Ninja Crispi Review: A Clever Glass Air Fryer That Makes Everyday Cooking More Practical

The Ninja Crispi 1700W CleanCrisp glass air fryer takes a different approach to air frying with its transparent glass containers and detachable PowerPod. Instead of a conventional pull-out basket, it lets you monitor cooking progress without repeatedly opening the chamber.

It includes two containers with capacities of 1.4 litres and 3.8 litres, making it suitable for individual portions and smaller households. The glass containers can be used for preparation, cooking, serving and storing leftovers, reducing the need for additional utensils.

In our testing, the Air Fry mode delivered satisfying crispness across different snacks and appetisers. Roast mode handled tandoori-style cooking and vegetables, while Recrisp was particularly useful for restoring the texture of pastry-based snacks and cutlets. The transparent glass also made it easier to monitor browning and avoid overcooking.

The Crispi is straightforward to operate, and cleaning the glass containers is relatively convenient. However, the containers become hot during cooking and are heavier than conventional air fryer baskets. Its limited capacity also means larger households may need to prepare multiple batches.
Priced at ₹14,990, the Ninja Crispi is a premium alternative to traditional air fryers. Its strongest advantages are visibility, versatile containers and convenient reheating, while capacity, handling and price remain important considerations.

The Ninja Crispi comes with two CleanCrisp glass containers: a 1.4-litre container for smaller portions and a 3.8-litre container for larger batches. The 1700W PowerPod sits on top, circulating hot air through the cooking chamber. An adapter is required to fit it securely over the larger container.

The transparent glass is the biggest departure from conventional air fryers. Instead of repeatedly pulling out a drawer to check the food, I could monitor browning and cooking progress through the sides. This made it easier to judge when something was ready without interrupting the cooking cycle.

The modular design also makes the Crispi versatile. The containers can be used for preparation, cooking, serving and storing leftovers with the supplied lids, reducing the number of utensils required.

However, glass has its trade-offs. The containers become hot during cooking, and the larger one feels heavy when filled. Oven gloves or a thick kitchen cloth are necessary when moving them. The overall setup also needs dedicated counter space, while the detached PowerPod requires a safe, heat-resistant surface when not in use.

Air Fry: Crisp Exteriors Without Deep Frying

The Air Fry mode handled chicken lollipops, momos, fries, barbecue chicken wings and chicken popcorn. Across these different types of food, the hot-air circulation helped develop a crisp exterior without the need for deep frying.

The chicken preparations benefited from the browning and crisping, while the fries developed a satisfying exterior when arranged in an even layer. The momos also worked well with the air-frying approach, making this mode versatile enough for snacks and appetisers.

The key is not to overcrowd the container. Giving hot air enough room to circulate helps improve consistency, particularly when cooking multiple pieces at once. Depending on the food, turning or rearranging items midway can also help.

Roast: Convenient Home-Style Roasting

Roast mode was used for tandoori chicken and seasoned vegetables. It offered a useful alternative to Air Fry when the aim was to cook the ingredients through while developing surface browning.

The tandoori preparation benefited from the combination of cooking and browning, while the vegetables retained their character and developed a roasted finish. Although the Crispi cannot replicate the smoky char of a traditional tandoor or open flame, it offers a convenient way to achieve a similar style of cooking at home.

The 3.8-litre container is particularly useful for this mode, although portion sizes still need to be managed carefully.

Air Fry delivers crispy snacks and appetisers, while Roast cooks chicken and vegetables well for convenient everyday meals.

The Ninja Crispi's Recrisp and Keep Warm modes add convenience by helping restore the texture of leftovers and keeping prepared food ready to serve.

Recrisp: Restoring Texture to Previously Cooked Food

Recrisp was among the most practical modes during testing. It was used for chicken farcha cutlets, chicken puffs, chicken croissants and mutton patties, all of which benefit from a crisp exterior.

Unlike microwave reheating, which can leave pastry and coated snacks soft, Recrisp uses circulating hot air to help restore their texture. The pastry-based items benefited from the dry heat, while the cutlets and patties regained a more appealing outer crispness.

Being able to watch the food through the glass also helped with judging when to stop, reducing the risk of excessive browning. For households that regularly reheat takeaway food or prepared snacks, this mode could become a frequent part of the cooking routine.

Keep Warm: Convenient for Short Holding Periods

Keep Warm is useful when food is ready before everyone is ready to eat. It can maintain an edible temperature for a short period, but it is not a substitute for reheating.

Since circulating warm air can gradually dry food out, I would use this mode for brief holding periods rather than leaving food inside for an extended time. 

Recrisp restores texture to leftover snacks, while Keep Warm keeps food ready to serve for short periods.

The Ninja Crispi is straightforward to operate once you become familiar with its detachable PowerPod and container system. Its four modes cover common everyday requirements without overwhelming users with unnecessary settings

The transparent glass reduces the need to interrupt cooking to check progress, while the containers make serving and storing leftovers easier. Cleaning is also relatively convenient because grease and stuck-on residue are clearly visible. However, the glass is heavier to handle than a conventional air fryer drawer.

Users should remember that the containers remain hot after cooking, and the PowerPod must be handled separately and never submerged in water. The automatic shut-off feature when the PowerPod is lifted adds a useful safety measure.

At ₹14,999, the Ninja Crispi 1700W CleanCrisp glass air fryer is a premium alternative to conventional basket air fryers. Its two glass containers, transparent design, dishwasher-safe construction and versatile cooking modes offer practical benefits beyond air frying alone. The ability to prepare, cook, serve and store food in the same containers also reduces the need for additional utensils.

However, its limited capacity and heavier glass containers may not justify the price for every buyer. While it offers good convenience for smaller households, budget-conscious buyers and those cooking large family meals may find better value in a conventional air fryer.

The Ninja Crispi 1700W CleanCrisp glass air fryer combines versatile cooking modes with a design that makes preparation, serving and cleaning more convenient. Air Fry handles snacks and appetisers, Roast provides flexibility for larger ingredients, and Recrisp is particularly useful for restoring texture to reheated food.

At ₹14,999, it is a premium purchase. Its limited capacity may frustrate larger households, and the hot glass containers require careful handling.

The Ninja Crispi is worth considering if you cook for one or two people, regularly prepare snacks or reheat food, and value easy cleaning and visibility. If maximum capacity and affordability are your priorities, a conventional basket air fryer may offer better value. For the right household, however, the Crispi is a practical alternative that makes everyday cooking more convenient.