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Hamilton Beach 31401 vs Ninja Foodi XL Pro Toaster Oven Side-by-Side Comparison

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Hamilton Beach 31401

$54.99 from Amazon

Ninja Foodi XL Pro

$199.99 from Amazon
Hamilton Beach 31401 vs Ninja Foodi XL Pro Toaster Oven

Overall Verdict

Between the Hamilton Beach 31401 4 Slice Toaster Oven and the Ninja Foodi XL Pro DT201 Air Fryer Toaster Oven, it’s a no-brainer that the latter is the winner.

As an analog small unit, the Hamilton is pretty basic in its features. Thus naturally, its design and usability scores aren’t high. The Ninja, on the other hand, is our best large pick with an intricate control panel encompassing a good digital display, toggle switches, and other convenient features.

With a low power output, the 31401 is quite good at toasting bread all things considered but that’s it. Meanwhile, the Foodie XL Pro has some of our best performance scores thanks to its high power output, convection system, and accessories.

To be fair, in household use, the Hamilton’s results in baking pizza, chicken, and fries can be improved by reducing the food amount to half of what’s in our tests. It can also reduce energy consumption by having a low power output.

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Pros & Cons

  • Lightweight and small size
  • Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
  • Cool-touch door handle
  • Simple control knobs
  • Stay-on feature
  • Quartz heating elements have safeguards
  • Energy-saving
  • Straightforward and informative control panel
  • Tailored cooking functions
  • Family-sized capacity
  • Tray-level suggestions
  • Sturdy construction
  • Well-designed accessories
  • Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
  • Cool-touch door handle
  • No convection fan
  • No internal lighting
  • No safety mechanism for the door
  • No safety mechanism for the door
  • Faulty interior light upon received

Key Specs

Dimensions
L14.96 x W12.2 x H8.5 inches
L16.93 x W20.28 x H13.34 inches
Weight
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
26.4 lbs (12.0 kg)
Control Type
3 control knobs
Digital display + 10 buttons
Temperature
100°F - 450°F
85°F - 450°F
Timer
1 minute - 30 minutes + stay-on
1 minute - 4 hours
Cooking Functions
3
10

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$58.77
$299.99
$54.99 at Amazon
$199.99 at Amazon

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
5.1
8.0

Toast

7.7
8.3
From left to right, 24 pieces of toast for the top and bottom of three toast levels including lighter, medium, and darker.
On the left: 2m 30s; In the middle: 4m 15s; On the right: 5m 55s
From left to right, 24 pieces of toast for the top and bottom of three toast levels including lighter, medium, and darker.
The top and bottom of the best four pieces of toast from the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven.
On the left are the top and bottom of four pieces of toast from the first batch, and on the right are from the second batch.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven Toast Test
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven Toast From left to right, 24 pieces of toast for the top and bottom of three toast levels including lighter, medium, and darker.
The top and bottom of the best four pieces of toast from the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
On the left are the top and bottom of four pieces of toast from the first batch, and on the right are from the second batch.
Function
Toast
Toast
Number of Slices
4
4
Toast Level
Medium
5/7
Cooking Time
4m 15s
5m 15s
Second Batch
4m 15s
4m
Convection
No
No

Pizza

5.5
6.5
A toaster oven baked 9-inch thick-crust meat pizza with cheese, onions, and green bell peppers on top inside a baking pan.
A toaster oven baked 9-inch thick-crust meat pizza with cheese, onions, and green bell peppers on top inside a baking pan.
The cross surface of a slice of toast oven baked 9-inch thick-crust meat pizza with cheese, onions, and green bell peppers.
Two hands break apart a slice of pizza with melty cheese, meat, and green bell peppers on top baked using a toaster oven.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven Pizza Test
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven PizzaA toaster oven baked 9-inch thick-crust meat pizza with cheese, onions, and green bell peppers on top inside a baking pan.
Two slices of oven baked 9-inch thick-crust meat pizza with cheese, onions, and green bell peppers on top of one another.
Two hands break apart a slice of pizza with cheese, meat, onions, and green bell peppers on top baked using a toaster oven.
Function
Bake
Pizza
Temperature
 450°F
450°F
Cooking Time
10m 30s
5m
Convection
 No
Low

Whole Roasted Chicken

1.0
9.0
A whole roasted chicken using the Hamilton Beach 31401 Toaster Oven on a baking rack and baking pan on a white background.
A whole roasted chicken using the Hamilton Beach 31401 Toaster Oven on a baking rack and baking pan on a white background.
A tray of whole toaster oven roasted chicken. The thermometer has two probes inside the chicken and both display 176°F.
Seven pieces of a carved chicken including a carcass, two breasts, two wings, and two thighs on a silver baking pan.
The chicken thigh meat is still pink. In the white background is the rest of the roasted chicken on a baking pan.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven Whole Roasted Chicken Test
A whole roasted chicken using the Ninja DT201 backside up inside an air fryer basket and baking pan on a white background.
A whole roasted chicken using the Ninja DT201 belly up inside an air fryer basket and baking pan on a white background.
A tray of whole toaster oven roasted chicken. The thermometer has two probes inside the chicken and displays 194°F and 199°F.
Eight pieces of a carved chicken including two carcass halves, two breasts, two wings, and two thighs on a baking pan.
A hand holding a pulled-apart roasted chicken thigh. In the background are an air fryer basket and baking pan.
Function
Rotisserie
Air Roast
Temperature
350°F
350°F
Cooking Time
1h 30m
40m
Convection
No
Maximum

Baked French Fries

4.0
7.8
Pieces of baked french fries using the Hamilton Beach 31401 Toaster Oven on a silver baking pan on a white background.
Pieces of baked french fries using the Hamilton Beach 31401 Toaster Oven on a silver baking pan on a white background.
A close-up of pieces of baked french fries using the Hamilton Beach 31401 Oven on a silver baking pan on a white background.
Six pieces of broken-up baked french fries are stacked on top of pieces of whole fries on a silver baking pan.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven Baked French Fries Test
Pieces of baked french fries using the Ninja DT201 Oven inside an air fryer basket and baking pan on a white background.
A close-up of pieces of baked french fries using the Ninja DT201 inside an air fryer basket and baking pan on a white background.
Four pieces of broken-up baked french fries are stacked on top of pieces of whole fries inside an air fryer basket.
Function
Bake
Air Fry
Temperature
400°F
400°F
Cooking Time
30 m
19m
Convection
No
Maximum

Design

Overall Design Scoring
3.6
8.8

In the Box

An oven rack, a user manual, the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven, a box, and a baking pan.
A box, the Ninja DT201, 2 baking pans, an air fryer basket, 2 oven racks, a broiling rack, user manual, and recipe booklet.

Exterior

4.0
7.0
A closed front of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven with exterior measurements on a white background.
A closed front of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven with exterior measurements on a white background.
The front of a closed Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven has a control panel and the right has holes.
The back and left sides of the Hamilton Beach 31401 have air ventilation holes. The back has a power cord and one buffer.
The top of the stainless steel Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven on a grey background.
On a grey background, the bottom of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven has four stands and holes.
A closed front of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Toaster Oven with exterior measurements on a white background.
A closed front of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Toaster Oven with exterior measurements on a white background.
The front of a closed Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven has a control panel and the right has air ventilation holes.
The Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven’s back and left sides have air ventilation holes. The back has two buffers.
The top, front, and left sides of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven on a white background.
On a white background, the bottom of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven has air ventilation holes and four stands.
Weight
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
26.4 lbs (12.0 kg)
Length
15.0" (38.0 cm)
16.9" (43.0 cm)
Width
12.2" (31.0 cm)
20.3" (51.5 cm)
Height
8.5" (21.6 cm)
13.4" (34.0 cm)
Material
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Color
Silver
Silver
Door Handle
cool-touch
Cool-touch
Tray Indicators
No
No
Crumb Tray
Removable
Removable

Control Panel

The control panel of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven has 3 control knobs for temperature, function, and timer.
The Ninja DT201 has a digital display and 10 buttons for power, 2-level, light, functions, time, temperature, and start/stop.
Type
3 control knobs
Digital display + 10 buttons
Temperature
100°F - 450°F
85°F - 450°F
Timer
1 minute - 30 minutes + stay-on
1 minute - 4 hours
Indicator Light
Yes
Yes
Status Bar
No
Yes
Light Toggle
No
Yes
Convection Toggle
No
Yes
Rotation Toggle
No
No
Automatic Preheat
No
Yes
Audio Cues
No
No

Cooking Functions

The function knob of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven has 3 cooking functions including Broil, Toast, and Bake.

Interior

1.0
9.5
The Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven’s cooking chamber has 2 quartz heating elements with guards and 2 guide rails.
The Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven’s cooking chamber has 2 quartz heating elements with guards and 2 guide rails.
The bottom quartz heating element with guard and 2 rails on the left wall of the Hamilton Beach 31401’s cooking chamber.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven’s cooking chamber has 6 heating elements, 4 guide rails, a fan cavity, and a light.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven’s cooking chamber has 6 heating elements, 4 guide rails, a fan cavity, and a light.
The Ninja DT201 has 6 quartz heating elements, 4 guide rails, a fan cavity, and a light on the cooking chamber’s right wall.
The door hinge of an opened stainless steel Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
Heating Elements
2 quartz
5 quartz + 1 nichrome
Convection Fan
No
Yes
Lighting
No
Yes
Tray Levels
2
4
Rotisserie
No
No
Safety Hook
No
No

Power Cord

A two-pronged plug power cord. In the background is the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven.
A three-pronged plug power cord. In the background is the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
Length
29.9" (76.0 cm)
3.2 ft (1.0 m)
Type
2-prong plug
3-prong plug
Power
1200 W
1800 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz

Accessories

A stainless steel baking rack of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven on a grey background.
A stainless steel baking rack of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven on a grey background.
Some burnt bits on the stainless steel baking rack of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven on a grey background.
A stainless steel baking rack of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven on a white background.
Length
10.9" (27.8 cm)
14.5" (36.8 cm)
Width
8.8" (22.3 cm)
11.5" (29.3 cm)
Height
0.9" (2.3 cm)
0.3" (0.7 cm)
Material
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Build Quality

5.0
9.0
The front of an opened Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven with a silver baking pan and a stainless steel oven rack.
The front of an opened Ninja DT201 with a removable crumb tray, broiling rack, air fryer basket, 2 oven racks, 2 baking pans.

Capacity

An opened front of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven with interior measurements on a white background.
An opened front of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Toaster Oven with interior measurements on a white background.
Length
10.9" (27.8 cm)
14.5" (36.8 cm)
Width
9.4" (24.0 cm)
11.8" (30.0 cm)
Height
7.1" (18.0 cm)
11.0" (27.9 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
4.6
9.5

User Control

7.0
9.9

Ease of Use

3.0
9.9

Cleanability

5.0
8.0
Caramelized bits on the upper heating element’s guard and stains on the cooking chamber ceiling of the Hamilton Beach 31401.
Caramelized bits on the upper heating element’s guard and stains on the cooking chamber ceiling of the Hamilton Beach 31401.
Washing the cooking chamber of the stainless steel Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven with dish soap.
Grease and chicken skin stuck to the silver baking pan of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Capacity Countertop Toaster Oven.
Brushing the stained silver baking pan of the Hamilton Beach 31401 4-Slice Toaster Oven with a bowl of baking soda and water.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven CleanabilityThe cleaned cooking chamber of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
Ninja Foodi XL Pro Air Toaster Oven CleanabilityThe cleaned cooking chamber of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
The cleaned bottom heating elements with guards of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.
The cleaned enamel baking pan of the Ninja DT201 Foodi XL Pro Air Convection Air Fryer Toaster Oven.