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Wales Online
16 hours ago
- Wales Online
Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill - Five features I love that make it my summer essential
Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill - Five features I love that make it my summer essential The Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill and Smoker is a versatile outdoor cooker that can grill, smoke, air fry, roast, bake, dehydrate and reheat - and it's currently on sale Writer Chris Hall tried out Ninja's Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker (Image: Ninja's ) Brits are flocking to purchase the Ninja Woodfire as the summer sun emerges and everyone is keen to enjoy their best garden life. The Ninja model is said to be brimming with easy-to-use BBQ features, so writer Chris Hall tested it out. The brand is well-known for its innovative air fryers, combi cookers and ice cream makers. The Woodfire family includes a couple of models – there's the Woodfire Outdoor Oven (essentially a pizza oven) and the barbecue Grill and Smoker. Now is a great time to buy, as there's a £70 discount from Ninja direct as well as a £70 discount on Amazon, shoppers can get this outdoor cooker for £229. When it comes to alternatives, there isn't currently another brand offering the same type of wood-smoked cooking on the go, however, the Tower Portable Barrel Grill could be an option for simple BBQs. READ MORE: Samsung fans snapping up £9 SmartTag 2 thanks to TopCashback deal READ MORE: 'I made one smart and easy switch to my dogs meals and it saved me over £200 a year' Here are the top five features of the Ninja Woodfire barbecue Grill and Smoker that truly make it stand out and will ensure you get delicious food time after time, as Chris Hall highlights for the Mirror. 1. The woodsmoke system Using electric rather than gas or charcoal, the first thing to understand is where the Woodfire name originates from. That's due to a system that ignites wood pellets that you place in a hopper on the side of the lid. When you select the Woodfire mode, it ignites these wood pellets, drawing the smoke into the lid with the internal fan. The flavoured smoke is then circulated, infusing your food with that smoky flavour. Chris says the Ninja also gives off a great smokey aromoa (Image: Ninja ) Using wood smoke makes this a bit more thrilling than a standard electric barbecue and it's incredibly simple to use. Other electric BBQs can utilise wood chips, but they need to be placed inside the grill, which means you lose cooking space – this isn't an issue with the Ninja Woodfire. The Woodfires come with sample wood chips for you to try, and then you can purchase more once you've decided which ones you prefer. 2. The interchangeable grills Instead of a grate like a traditional BBQ, the Ninja Woodfire features a grill plate. This is a griddle, so it has raised bars for those sear marks on your food, with a drain hole at the back. This allows excess fat to drain away, ensuring your food isn't swimming in grease. The entire tray is removable, making it easy to clean, but it's not dishwasher safe, unlike some competitors like the Weber Lumin, due to the non-stick coating. I have managed to clean the grill easily, avoiding harsh scourers, and the non-stick coating still works, however, some shoppers have reported the non-stick coating coming off. If there's a drawback to the Ninja Woodfire, it would be the size of the grill. It manages to cater to a family of four, but if you're hosting a barbecue in your garden, then you're limited to cooking around 16 sausages at once, so for larger gatherings, you might need to consider a bigger option. 3. Cooking controls The controls on the Ninja Woodfire are designed for precision and ease of use, and in line with Ninja's other products, setting it to cook in various styles is straightforward. You can dial in the exact temperature you desire, decide whether to add smoke flavour or not, and set the cooking duration all through the user-friendly controls. Simply hit "start" and the grill begins its preheat, activates the smoke system, and prepares itself. The Ninja BBQ uses wood pellets to create a smokey taste (Image: Amazon ) The Woodfire Pro XL and the Woodfire Pro Connect XL models come with a temperature probe for precise cooking, which is particularly useful for ensuring meats aren't overcooked. However, this isn't offered on the standard model. 4. Family-sized My gas barbecue was enormous. Lighting it up to cook just a few sausages always seemed a bit excessive, so the compact size of the Ninja Woodfire is a benefit. The Woodfire is available in a few sizes, including an XL model that's larger if you need to cater for more people or want to cook larger cuts of meat or perhaps whole fish. It's 30% larger than the regular Ninja Woodfire, but it also costs more. I favour the smaller model because it's just the right size. I can barbecue chicken legs and thighs along with corn on the cob for four people without any issues, and it's large enough for a smaller whole chicken too, but it's certainly worth considering how many people you regularly cook for. Unlike a barbecue that utilises an open flame, there's no need to fret about leaving it unattended, as there's no exposed flame and no risk of a flare-up. 5. It's portable It's compact enough to fit into your car or camper van for a camping trip or if you fancy taking it to a mate's place to broaden their outdoor cooking options on barbecue night, provided you can plug it in. Article continues below It comes with large carry handles on the side, making it easy to move around and store, while it also boasts an IPX4 waterproof rating. It's not intended to be left outside indefinitely, but if you forget it outside one night and it gets a bit damp, it's not a problem. The Ninja Woodfire is available for purchase with a stand and a cover. I haven't tested these and have used it on a garden table when cooking (it's clean when cooking, so the table doesn't get dirty) but, a stand would be beneficial for those who want to use it like a standard barbecue.
Daily Record
22-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Record
Amazon's XL BBQ that you 'cannot beat' is 'brilliant' for garden parties in upcoming heatwave
"Honestly, for the price… you cannot beat it. Used twice over the Easter weekend when having friends and family over." With our days getting longer and hopefully warmer, many families are gearing up for BBQ season and dreaming about hearing their ingredients sizzle on a sunny afternoon. As many people have taken the time to clean and decorate their gardens for upcoming parties with friends and family, buying the right BBQ is the icing on the cake. And with another mini-heatwave expected at the start of May, there has never been a better time to buy one. For those who have a large family and need the space to accommodate all the food that will be swifty consumed, we recommend having a look at the CosmoGrill Outdoor XL Smoker Barbecue on Amazon. Usually retailing £169.99, this 4.6 star rated BBQ is now slightly cheaper at £159.99. You won't need to worry about lack of space with the CosmoGrill, as it can cook over 10 burger patties as well as 10 sausages all at the same time. If this wasn't good enough, you also have the option to smoke or grill a variety of meats, such as steaks and chicken, to spruce up your menu. Most importantly, you won't need to worry about food poisoning as the CosmoGrill comes with a built-in thermometer which will help make sure that everything is fully cooked. Additionally, the BBQ comes with an adjustable chimney, vent and coal tray to help control the heat depending on your latest recipe. You won't need to worry about leaving anyone hungry as you cook other foods, as the CosmoGrill is equipped with various heat zones, allowing you to cook different foods at a variety of temperatures at the same time. This means everyone gets to sit back and eat at the same time in the glorious sunshine. The Express also reports that the CosmoGrill is built with convenience in mind as it features a built-in bottle opener, as well as four hooks to hold extra equipment. There is also a removable ash tray and bottom storage shelf available. As for the size, the dimensions are 66D x 124W x 113.5H in centimetres. For those looking for something a little bit cheaper, you can get the Outsunny Charcoal Barbecue Grill from Amazon for £96.99. Alternatively, if you are looking for something smaller, you can buy the Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill and Smoker for £249.99. This BBQ usually retails for £299.99, but has had a £50 swipe in the Ninja sale. But if it's the CosmoGrill you're after, then you're not alone as more than 900 people have bought one in the last month. And the XL BBQ boasts a 4.6 Amazon rating from over 2,900 reviews. One delighted shopper wrote: "This is a brilliant BBQ. Very easy to build although it's a little long. The ease of use is greater and even the temperature gauge is spot on as well. It's extremely sturdy as well and does a brilliant job of keeping the heat in and doing a good BBQ. I love it!" Another added: "Honestly, for the price… you cannot beat it. Used twice over the Easter weekend when having friends and family over. It's still early days but I wouldn't swap it for anything else even if you tried." While a third five-star reviewer praised: "What a great little BBQ. Bought as you can move it around the garden unlike the bigger, heavier gas versions. Very pleased, well made, easy to put together and all the little extra bits are well thought out and make it a great experience." Homewares deal of the week With summer on the horizon, you'll be wanting to spend more time in your garden relaxing. To help keep you protected from harmful UV rays, a stylish parasol can really refresh your outdoors space. Fortunately, Asda has just bought back its sell-out item that shoppers can't stop raving over. The supermarket's highly coveted Riviera Stripe Parasol was so popular when it first launched in 2024 that it apparently "sold out in nine weeks." Now, it can be yours for just £59 when you buy it here. The supermarket's summer garden staple is said to "bring a slice of the Riviera into any garden" thanks to its trendy striped canopy and intricate tassel edging that offers a "boho touch" to the design. It's not just a stylish addition to your garden, as the FSC-certified wood pole has a lean function that allows you to tilt the canopy whenever you feel the position sun shift. Meanwhile, the polycotton canopy is said to be "weatherproof", making it suitable for unpredictable UK summers. Since the Riviera Stripe Parasol sold out within just over two months last year, it's expected that it will be popular once again this year. It's also no surprise to hear that it has managed to amass glowing five-star reviews on the George at Asda website. One delighted customer wrote: "I'm blown away by how amazing this product is. I've been wanting to get a patterned parasol with a boho touch for a while, but unwilling to spend the £150+ that they normally are. I thought I'd give this one a go, but didn't expect much for the price. "It is exactly what I wanted. Furthermore it also tips and has a lovely case. It is stylish, good, waterproof fabric and looks like something you would get from a much fancier, 'bespoke' store. I could not recommend it more." The Riviera Stripe Parasol can be bought online at George at Asda for £59 here. Despite these raved reviews, some shoppers weren't as pleased, with one shopper writing: "The fixtures are of very poor quality. The instructions are not clear. The BBQ grill is excellent and serves the purpose very well. The grill as a whole is wonderful, just have an issue with its fixtures and the instructions." While another shopper also noted: "It took a few hours to put this grill together. Not all the pieces were labelled and the instructions could be easier especially around attaching the charcoal pan crank handle."
