Ninja vs Tower Airfryers

Ninja and Tower both sell dual-basket air fryers, but their pricing differs sharply. Ninja's Dual Zone AF400UK Foodi MAX, with 4kg food capacity, costs £179, and the portable CRISPi FN101UKGY and FN101UKST are also £179 each, with two TempWare glass containers and a 1700W power pod. The Air Fryer PRO AF140UK with a 4.7 litre drawer is £129. Tower's dual-basket options are cheaper: the T17151 Vortx Vizion 8 litre is £80, the T17177 9 litre is £84.99, and the T17088 2kg duo basket is £113.

Ninja's distinctive feature is its two independent zones, which let you cook two foods at different temperatures at the same time. Ninja's range also includes Max Crisp technology, air circulation up to 240°C and a dishwasher-safe basket. The CRISPi adds a portable form factor. Tower's T17088 offers 10 preset functions and touchscreen controls, while the T17151 has nine pre-set programmes and Vortx technology. The T17177 adds Sync, Match Cook and a shake reminder, which help the two baskets finish together.

Ninja suits people who cook complex meals and want the Dual Zone to finish two dishes at different temperatures, or the portable CRISPi for a small flat or for taking food on the move. Its dishwasher-safe parts and wide range of presets suit daily cooking. Tower suits buyers who want reliable dual-basket cooking at a much lower price. Tower's own warranty is 3 years, against Ninja's 2, which adds to the value case for the cheaper model.

Bottom line: choose Ninja if you want two independent zones or the portable CRISPi, and are happy to pay £179 for the Dual Zone AF400UK. Choose Tower if you want dual-basket air frying for as little as £80, such as the T17151 8 litre.