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Ninja vs Philips
Too close to call: it comes down to the model.
The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Ninja
Ninja CrispiA clever, compact glass air fryer, held back by limited controlsSuits you if
- You cook for one or two in a small kitchen or apartment
- You want one dish to cook, serve, and store leftovers in
- You mostly make fresh vegetables, meats, or fish
Best Philips
Philips Premium Airfryer XXLA big, sturdy air fryer that crisps family-sized batches wellSuits you if
- You regularly cook for a family or a group
- You want to fit whole chickens and big batches of fries
- You have plenty of counter space and want solid build quality
The short version
Brand for brand, Ninja and Philips are closely matched. The best single model of the two is the Philips Premium Airfryer XXL, which suits you if you regularly cook for a family or a group.
We researched 14 expert reviews, analyzed 24,841 owner ratings and comments across 14 sources for every Ninja and Philips model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 82 vs 85 · reliability 92 vs 93
| Ninja | Philips | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 82 | 85 |
| Experts | 82 | 75 |
| Owners | 77 | 92 |
| Reliability | 92 | 93 |
| Models scored | 2 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Ninja Air Fryer Pro | Philips Premium Airfryer XXL |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Ninja or Philips?
Neither, clearly. Choose the model, not the brand.
Based on: Average Product Review score 82 for Ninja vs 85 for Philips.Which brand is more reliable, Ninja or Philips?
Neither stands out. Their models have a similar record.
Based on: Average reliability 92 vs 93.What is the best Ninja air fryer?
The Ninja Crispi. It suits you if you cook for one or two in a small kitchen or apartment.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Ninja models (83).What is the best Philips air fryer?
The Philips Premium Airfryer XXL. It suits you if you regularly cook for a family or a group.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Philips models (85).