Dualit Classic Kettle vs Ninja Air Fryer Max XL

Dualit's Classic Kettle is the kettle half of the company's long-running Classic range, designed to sit alongside the Classic toaster in the same finish. It holds 1.7 litres, enough for around six cups, and uses a 3kW element for fast boiling rather than the 2.2kW to 2.4kW typical of cheaper kettles. Two details set it apart from generic stainless kettles: Whisper Boil technology, which reduces the noise a kettle makes as it approaches boiling, and the Pure Pour spout, shaped to stop the dribble that runs down the outside of most kettles. Dualit builds the Classic range to be repairable and sells spares directly, and the kettle is offered in a range of finishes including polished, matt black, brass, copper and several muted colours.

The Ninja Air Fryer Max XL uses rapid hot air circulation to crisp food with up to 75% less fat than traditional deep frying, while a 5.5-quart capacity accommodates family-sized portions of fries, wings, or a whole chicken. A Max Crisp technology setting reaches higher temperatures for extra-crispy results comparable to deep frying, and a wide temperature range allows both air frying and dehydrating in the same unit. The non-stick, dishwasher-safe basket and crisper plate simplify cleanup, while an easy-to-read digital display with preset cooking programs takes the guesswork out of common dishes.

• Fast 3kW boil without the usual noise penalty
• Spout genuinely does not dribble
• Wide choice of finishes to match a kitchen
• Spares available so it can be repaired

• Large capacity for family cooking
• Genuinely crispy results
• Easy cleanup with dishwasher-safe parts
• Versatile with dehydrate mode

• Priced well above a generic stainless kettle
• No variable temperature control for tea or pour-over coffee
• 3kW element needs a suitably rated supply, which matters outside the UK and EU

• Takes significant counter/storage space
• Can be loud during operation
• Basket coating may wear over years of use