Ninja air fryers feature hidden meat probe revealed

A recent TikTok video has gotten a lot of attention for revealing a hidden feature in some Ninja air fryers. The user @bowesy5 showed off a meat probe that is built into the air fryer, surprising many viewers. Ninja is well-known for making high-quality kitchen appliances, including air fryers and coffee makers. The hidden meat probe is found in a compartment on the side of certain Ninja air fryer models. This feature helps users check if their meat has reached the right temperature without needing a separate thermometer. However, not all Ninja air fryers have this feature. After watching the video, some people checked their air fryers only to find that they did not have the meat probe. The two models that do come with a meat probe are the Ninja Smart XL 2-Basket Air Fryer and the Ninja DoubleStack 2 Basket 10 QT Air Fryer. The Ninja Smart XL 2-Basket Air Fryer is currently available for about $209, down from $249. The other model is priced at about $239, discounted from $269. Both models have a Smart Cook System that helps determine how well-done your meat is. For those whose air fryers don’t have the built-in probe, a compatible Ninja Foodi Smart Thermometer can be purchased for $22. There are also many other meat thermometers on the market, including a popular one from Chef iQ priced at $74. If anyone has a Ninja air fryer model with a hidden meat probe not mentioned, they are encouraged to share that information.