The Ninja CRISPi strikes an interesting balance between portability and functionality. It's a 3.8L air fryer with a compact footprint, making it genuinely useful for flats, caravans, or anyone who doesn't want their kitchen dominated by kitchen gadgets. What impressed me most is the dual glass container system—you can prepare two separate meals simultaneously or store prepped food in one whilst cooking in the other. That's proper thought gone into the design.
Performance-wise, the 1700W heating element performs decently across all four functions. Air frying is crispy, roasting is even, and the keep-warm function actually maintains temperature without drying food out. The recrisp button is a lifesaver for bringing yesterday's chips back to life. Build quality feels solid with the Cyber Space Blue finish looking contemporary without being gimmicky.
The limitations are worth acknowledging. At 3.8L, you're restricted to smaller portions—not ideal if you're feeding a family of four nightly. Cleaning the glass containers requires more care than non-stick alternatives, though they're dishwasher-safe. The lack of a digital display means you're adjusting temperature and time manually, which feels basic compared to some competitors at this price point.
For the current £86.67 asking price (31% off), it represents solid value. You're paying roughly two-thirds of the RRP for a functionally complete air fryer with genuine portability benefits. If you live alone, cook for two, or need a second fryer for entertaining, this deserves serious consideration. Larger households or anyone wanting advanced controls should look elsewhere, but for space-conscious buyers, the CRISPi delivers practical cooking without compromise.