Ninja Foodi SmartLid 14-in-1 7.5L Multi Cooker OL650

Takes a bit of getting used to all of the different settings and the best way to cook things, was a little daunting at first and a bit trial and error but on the whole we use the ninja more than our oven now - it cooks things in half the time with much better texture and flavour. The instructions that come with it could be better, we ended up watching videos on You Tube to see what the vent positioning should look like as it's meant to be loose but it's kind of hard to tell when it's in the right position. You also need to factor in pressure time for pressure cooking and steaming as it can add 5-10 minutes to the cooking time. And the instructions say to twist the vent cap off for cleaning but turns out you squeeze and pull it to get it off. Still to master most of ... MoreTakes a bit of getting used to all of the different settings and the best way to cook things, was a little daunting at first and a bit trial and error but on the whole we use the ninja more than our oven now - it cooks things in half the time with much better texture and flavour. The instructions that come with it could be better, we ended up watching videos on You Tube to see what the vent positioning should look like as it's meant to be loose but it's kind of hard to tell when it's in the right position. You also need to factor in pressure time for pressure cooking and steaming as it can add 5-10 minutes to the cooking time. And the instructions say to twist the vent cap off for cleaning but turns out you squeeze and pull it to get it off. Still to master most of the settings and cooking more than one thing at a time but generally really pleased with our purchase.

So happy!! So easy to use, easy to clean (food slides off the ceramic coated pot), easy to follow instructions. Does everything you need, slow cook, pressure cook, air-fry, steam, sauté, grill, roast, the list goes on! It includes some recipes which are great. Pots and racks are dishwasher safe as well. Having a family of four I find it holds more than I need and saves me time and less hassle in the kitchen. My kids love the roast chicken and veg. So juicy and full of flavour. Can’t really fault it. I only wish I had one sooner, it’s just the best!

Takes care of a load of cooking functions very well. Bought instead of getting a new microwave with grill function (Too costly and already have a good microwave.) Wanting to reduce Oven use, cooking times and use less electricity when grilling or roasting. The base heating device has good temperature controls - so you can do things like saute or sear or steam, you can cook food low and slow like a traditional slow-cooker - but with the range of temperature control it also allows you to do odd things like make yogurt or cook sous vide, proof bread or dehydrate food. Bake bread, cakes and so much more. The pressure cooking, air frying and steam frying, combine steam with hot air from above to crisp things, are all brilliant and really time and energy saving. As a ... MoreTakes care of a load of cooking functions very well. Bought instead of getting a new microwave with grill function (Too costly and already have a good microwave.) Wanting to reduce Oven use, cooking times and use less electricity when grilling or roasting. The base heating device has good temperature controls - so you can do things like saute or sear or steam, you can cook food low and slow like a traditional slow-cooker - but with the range of temperature control it also allows you to do odd things like make yogurt or cook sous vide, proof bread or dehydrate food. Bake bread, cakes and so much more. The pressure cooking, air frying and steam frying, combine steam with hot air from above to crisp things, are all brilliant and really time and energy saving. As a pressure cooker, it is outstanding. Comes to pressure quickly, operates almost silently, and the pressure can be released quickly amazed at how much pressure, the speed and quality of cooking. The air fryer option option also works very well - with excellent convection and an insert with handles that allow you to easily shake the food to redistribute it for even cooking. Watch your fingers though as so easy to get burnt when taking the rack out. Maybe not quite so good as a dedicated Air Fryer though. The steam-and-crisp function has to be the most used so far. Allowing prep of one-pot meals by layering three different food groups in three levels - one to be cooked in liquid such as Pasta, rice, oats or potato's, one cooked in steam, such as veggies, and one up top to be steamed and air-broiled (crisped) from above (meat or fish). Most functions are clear and intuitive but can take a little getting used to, some trail and error involved and trust in suggested cooking times. Found loads of recipes and guides online but the manual is pretty good. Really found it a great energy saver, reducing the amount of oven time and cooker rings previously used so money saver too! Salmon with new Pots and Veg 10/10 Chops with Veg 10/10 Fish cakes 10/10 Stews....etc etc all brilliant. It is VERY heavy - much heavier than standard slow cookers or other multi-cookers and the multi-use top is permanently attached to so cannot be removed, although the gasket can be removed for cleaning.