Side-by-side comparison based on expert reviews and community consensus.
Breville The Smart Grill
Best Premium Indoor GrillNinja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill and Air Fryer
Best MultitaskerPrice
$350
$269-$300
Summary
Serious Eats' splurge pick with a tilted grill plate that channels grease away from the heating element to reduce smoke. At $350, it's for serious indoor grillers who want premium build quality and precise control.
Does the work of six appliances — grill, air fryer, roaster, broiler, baker, and dehydrator — in one unit. The 500°F grill plate and built-in probe thermometer make it the most capable indoor grill for families.
Pros
- Tilted grill plate design channels grease away from heating element to minimize smoke
- Premium build quality and materials justify the higher price point
- Precise temperature control for consistent results
- Enclosed cooking environment with lid for more even heat distribution
- Serious Eats' top splurge recommendation after hands-on testing
- 500°F max grill temperature — among the highest of any indoor grill tested
- Built-in probe thermometer ensures meat is never overcooked or unsafe
- Lid creates oven-like environment for fast, even cooking without squishing food
- Large enough to cook for a family of four
- Air fryer, roast, broil, bake, and dehydrate functions eliminate need for multiple appliances
Cons
- Expensive at $350 — nearly 4x the price of the Zojirushi
- Heavy at 19 pounds — difficult to move and store
- Grease drainage hole is a bit small, which can limit effectiveness
- Smaller cooking footprint (14 x 14 inches) than the Zojirushi despite higher price
- Large and heavy at 22.4 pounds — not easy to store
- Can get smoky when cooking high-fat foods like burgers and hot dogs
- Expensive compared to single-function indoor grills
Our take
The Breville Smart Grill is the choice if you're cooking indoors regularly and want the closest thing to a professional setup. The tilted plate design is genuinely clever — it's the only indoor grill that actively manages grease rather than just collecting it.
If counter space is precious and you want one machine that replaces your air fryer AND your indoor grill, the Ninja Foodi is the obvious answer. Reddit users love it, and Good Housekeeping's lab confirmed it delivers.
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