Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker (OG701UK) – 7-in-1 outdoor grill, air fry and smoker
Product description
At a glance
If you like the idea of BBQ food but don’t always want to deal with open flames, smoke bags, or complicated set-ups, the Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker is built for that middle ground. It’s an electric outdoor grill that also works as a smoker and an air fryer, with extra functions for roasting, baking, reheating and dehydrating.
It’s not perfect for every situation, though. It’s weather resistant (IPX4 for water resistance), but it’s still an outdoor appliance you’ll want to treat sensibly in proper downpours or high winds. On the whole, though, it reads like a practical “use it on a typical British patio” type of cooker.
Key features
The headline here is the 7 cooking functions: Grill, Smoke, Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat and Dehydrate. That combination is handy if you cook for a small group and want one unit to cover more than just grilling.
Where it leans into the “BBQ” side is the woodfire approach. There’s an integrated smoker box designed to burn 100% real wood pellets for natural woodfire flavours. There are also two ways to smoke: you can go low & slow for more tender results, or add smoky flavour quickly when you want something more straightforward.
Capacity is also worth noting. It’s described as fitting 8 burgers, 16 sausages, or 2 racks of ribs, so it should handle common backyard quantities without feeling tiny.
On convenience, it’s described as non-stick, and it’s portable for moving between outdoor spots. The included extras—pellet starter pack, pellet scoop, crisper basket and a recipe guide—cover the early steps so you’re not left hunting around before your first session.
What you’ll notice day to day
In everyday use, this kind of multi-function electric grill makes the most sense when you’re trying to reduce kitchen chaos outdoors. Instead of juggling a grill plus separate oven-style tasks, you can grill one part of the meal and lean on the air fry, roast or bake functions for the rest.
A simple example: imagine cooking burgers and sausages on the grill, then switching to air fry to crisp up sides like chips or coated bites. If you want a more “smoky” feel, you’d use the smoke mode and choose between low & slow or a quicker smoky approach depending on how much time you’ve got.
The woodfire pellets are also the differentiator. Electric grills can sometimes feel a bit “just grilled”, but this one is aimed at bringing an actual smoky flavour element into the routine.
Worth noting (limitations and things to check)
It’s weather resistant to IPX4, which is a meaningful reassurance for normal outdoor conditions. Still, it doesn’t claim full protection for heavy rain, so it may not be the right pick if you regularly grill in persistent bad weather and want something that can simply be left out.
Another sensible check: because it uses wood pellets via a smoker box, you’ll want to make sure you’re comfortable with having pellets on hand and using the included scoop/starter pack as intended. If you’re the type who wants “turn up and it’s instant” with zero fuel handling, this may feel slightly more involved than a basic electric grill.
Tech specs
- Type: Electric BBQ grill & smoker with 7 outdoor cooking functions (Grill, Smoke, Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat, Dehydrate)
- Woodfire method: Integrated smoker box using 100% real wood pellets
- Water resistance rating: IPX4 (water resistant)
- Capacity (as stated): fits 8 burgers, 16 sausages or 2 racks of ribs
- Dimensions: H34cm x W46cm x D46cm
- Included: UK Plug, Pellet Starter Pack (All-Purpose & Robust Blend), Pellet Scoop, Crisper Basket, Recipe Guide
- Guarantee: 2-year guarantee upon registration with Ninja (UK & ROI only)
- Colour: Grey/Black
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
It’s a solid pick if you want one outdoor electric unit that can cover grilling and more “oven-like” tasks, without giving up the idea of smoky woodfire flavour. It suits people cooking for friends/family in outdoor spaces like gardens, patios or balconies, and it’s also described as suitable for camping and other outdoor areas.
It may not suit you if you mainly want the simplest electric grill experience, with no pellets to manage, or if you’re expecting full protection for all-weather grilling. It’s also more of a mid-range convenience cooker than a specialised, live-fire setup for people chasing the most intense smoke possible.
Buying verdict
You should buy it if you’re after a flexible 7-in-1 outdoor cooker that uses real wood pellets for woodfire flavour, while still being electric and portable. It’s the sort of appliance that makes sense when you cook outdoors often enough to justify learning the different modes—grill for the main event, then use air fry/roast/bake/reheat as the supporting cast.
You may want to skip it if your priority is minimal fuss and near-instant grilling with no pellet handling, or if your outdoor conditions are usually so wet that IPX4 alone won’t feel reassuring.
Mini FAQ
Can it really smoke using wood pellets?
Yes. It has an integrated smoker box designed to burn 100% real wood pellets, with two smoking approaches described: low & slow or a quicker option to add smoky flavours.
What cooking functions does it include?
The functions listed are Grill, Smoke, Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat and Dehydrate.
Is it suitable for outdoor use in bad weather?
It’s described as weather resistant with an IPX4 water resistance rating. That helps for typical outdoor conditions, but it’s sensible to assume you’ll still want to be cautious in heavier rain.
What comes in the box?
The pack includes the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill (UK Plug), a pellet starter pack (All-Purpose & Robust Blend), pellet scoop, crisper basket and a recipe guide.