Ninja Vs Cuisinart Air Fryer | Which One Is Better?

Ninja and Cuisinart are two popular brands in the air fryer industry. Both of these brands have quite a number of air fryer models. Some of the models are similar to one another. In this article, I am going to compare similar models of Ninja and Cuisinart air fryers. I am going to compare Ninja SP101, Ninja DT201, Cuisinart TOA-60, and TOA-65 air fryers. These are the commonly confusing models that people find themselves in difficulties to compare.

You may also be interested to read about the differences between COSORI and Ninja air fryers.

Ninja SP101 Vs Cuisinart TOA-60

Ninja SP101 and Cuisinart TOA-60 are two popular air fryer and convection ovens in the market. Their review is so good that the users sometimes become confused while making the purchasing decision. In this article, I’m going to compare Ninja SP101 and Cuisinart TOA-60. I will differentiate the features, specifications, and pros & cons of these two popular air fryers and convection ovens. After the read, I think the readers will understand which of these models will be suitable for them. 

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Comparable features of SP101 and TOA-60

Cooking capacity and dimension

Ninja SP101 is bigger than TOA 60. The cooking capacity of SP101 is approximately 25 quarts. It is around 45% more spacious than Cuisinart. Therefore, if you prefer a bigger cooking capacity, then Ninja will be more suitable. You can cook food for up to 8 persons with it in a single batch. With Cuisinart, you can cook for 5 persons at a time. 

As the cooking chamber is bigger, Ninja has a higher dimension. Therefore you need a bigger countertop to accommodate it. Another point to note is that the height of this unit is only 7.6 inches. Therefore, cooking in multiple-layer racks is not possible. 

Ninja SP101 Air Fryer Convection Oven

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Temperature range

The maximum and minimum temperature of TOA 60 is 250F and 450F. The temperature for Ninja is not specified. But it can dehydrate and it has the toaster function. Comparing these features, Ninja is superior as you can not get the required temperature for food dehydration in Cuisinart. 

Cooking preset

SP101 has 8 cooking presets including air fry, bake, bagel, dehydrate, keep warm, roast, and toast. On the other hand, TOA 60 has 7 preset functions including air fry, bake, broil, warm, and toast. It does not have a dehydration option. 

Control panel

Both Ninja and Cuisinart have manual control panels. But the control system of SP101 is smarter. It has a single control knob that is used to change the parameters. On the other hand, TOA 60 has four different control knobs that are used to change the temperature, time and, preset functions. 

Price and value for money

Although the price of Ninja SP101 is slightly higher than its counterpart, the value for money of this air fryer and convection oven is higher. Ninja adds more value than the slightly added costs. 

Other features

Both of the units have powerful heating elements. The wattage of the heating elements are 1800W that is very powerful for an air fryer and convection oven. Both of the units come with multiple color variants. 

Cuisinart TOA 60 Air Fryer Toaster Oven

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Advantage of TOA 60 over SP101

• TOA 60 is widely used and more popular than its counterpart. 
• It is comparatively compact and suitable for smaller countertops. 
• You can cook in multiple-layer racks in TOA 60. If interested, you may read our full review of this model.

Advantages of SP101 over TOA 60

• Ninja SP101 has the dehydration option. 
• It has a wider temperature range. 
• The Control panel of SP101 is smarter. 
• SP101 is comparatively a newer version of air fryer and convection toaster oven. 

Which one is the winner? 

After the comparison I have shown above, it is clear that Ninja SP101 will be a better investment. The cooking capacity of this unit is higher, it has a wider temperature range and more cooking options. It is smarter with a user-friendly control panel. Therefore, if you have enough space on the countertop, then SP101 is the preferred choice. 

Ninja DT201 Vs Cuisinart TOA-60

DT201 and TOA 60 are two air fryer models that people find themselves in difficulties to decide on. I am going to compare these two models to come to a conclusion regarding which one will be a better deal. Before discussing further, let’s find out the comparison at a galnce.

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Advantage of DT201 over TOA-60

• Ninja DT201 has a higher capacity. Although we do not know exactly how many quarts the cooking capacity is, but it will cook more food than TOA 60 in a single batch. 
• It has a dehydrator function. Therefore, you can prepare your favorite dried fruit or vegetables with it. The counterpart can not do this. 
• The temperature range of DT201 is wider. Therefore, it has more cooking options. 
• You can dehydrate foods with this Ninja Foodi. TOA 60 can not dehydrate foods. 
• It is a newer version of kitchen appliance than the counterpart. Its first arrival is in the mid of 2020 only. 

Ninja Foodi DT201 Air fryer Convection Oven

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Advantage of TOA-60 over DT201

• Cuisinart TOA 60 has more color variants. 
• It has a manual control panel. Therefore, it is easy to use and more suitable for people who are not tech savvy. 
• The price of TOA 60 is comparatively cheaper than the counterpart. 

Which one is the better option? 

Considering the above comparison, Ninja DT201 is the winner. It has a wider temperature range, digital display, and more cooking capacity. Although the price is a bit higher, still the extra money that you pay for it will be justified by the value it provides. 

Ninja DT201 Vs Cuisinart TOA-65

TOA 65 is another Cuisinart air fryer model that people often compare with Ninja DT201. In this section, I am going to compare these two air fryer and convection ovens to come to a conclusion. Let’s see the differences at a glance first.

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Advantage of DT201 over TOA 65

• DT201 has a higher capacity than TOA 65. 
• DT201 is a comparatively newer version of air fryer and convection oven.
• It has a digital control panel. TOA 65 has a manual panel with digital display. 

Advantages of TOA 65 over DT201

• Cuisinart TOA-65 has more cooking preset functions compared to its counterpart. Cooking functions include, dehydrating, proofing, toast, pizza, broil, bake, keep warm and so on. 
•  It is better for senior persons who require a simple and easy to use control panel. 
• It has a defrost function. The lowest temperature that you get with it is 80F.

Cuisinart TOA 65 Air fryer and convection oven

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Which one is the better option? 

TOA 65 and DT201 both are almost similar in terms of cooking functions. Both the air fryer and convection ovens have similar temperature ranges. The prices of these convection ovens are also similar. Considering the user interface and control panel, I would suggest the users opt for Ninja DT201. However, if the user is a senior citizen, then Cuisinart TOA 65 is preferable. 

Other popular Cuisinart air fryers

Cuisinart AFR 25

• This is a basic air fryer of Cuisinart having a capacity of around 10 quarts. 
• Temperature range of this unit is from warm to 450F. The temperature range is an advantage over similar Ninja air fryer. 
• It has a powerful 1800W heating element. Therefore, you can expect faster cooking. 
• It is good for cooking small meals such as snacks and reheating the leftovers. 
• This Cuisinart air fryer and convection oven is dishwasher safe. Considering the price, it is a good value for money. 

Cuisinart AFR 25 Air fryer

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This Cuisinart air fryer and convection oven can not be compared with any Ninja air fryer models. You may read our full review on this AFR 25 air fryer to know in detail. 

Other Popular Ninja Air fryers

Ninja AF101

• This Ninja air fryer is a suitable solution for a family of 2 or 3. The cooking capacity of this unit is 4 quarts. 
• The temperature range of this unit is 105F to 400F which is substantially wide considering an air fryer of this budget. 
• It has a dehydrator function that is an exception in an air fryer of this size. 
• The ceramic coated basket is easy to clean and free from toxicity such as BPA. 
• Overall, it is a popular air fryer for small families. It is not a convection oven. Therefore, if you are looking for a standalone air fryer, then it can be a good option. 

Ninja AF101 Air fryer

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You may read our full review on this Ninja AF101 air fryer to know the details. 

Ninja AF161

• This is also a standalone air fryer with no convection oven functionality. There is no Cuisinart air fryer that we can compare with this Ninja air fryer. 
• The basket capacity of this unit is 5.5 quarts. It is suitable for a small to medium size family. 
• The power of the heating element of this unit is 1750W which is more than other similar air fryers in the market. 
• The temperature range of this unit is 90F to 450F. Therefore, you can dehydrate food at a low temperature. You can also enjoy cooking at high temperatures as well. 
• As like AF101, this unit has a ceramic coated cooking basket that is good for your health and easy to clean.

Ninja AF161 Air fryer

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You may read the full review on the AF161 model to know in detail.

Bottom line

Ninja has quite a number of air fryers and convection ovens. Ninja foodi is another good option if you are looking for a kitchen appliance that can be used for multiple reasons. Apart from that, Ninja has standalone air fryers as well. On the other hand, Cuisinart has few models of air fryers and convection ovens. This brand has not introduced any new product in recent times. Considering everything, I think Ninja air fryer and convection oven should be a better option for the users.

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