Fire Up Your Next Outdoor Party with the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill

Imagine grilling food faster and tastier–without the usual outdoor grilling inconveniences.

Author:
SI Showcase + SharkNinja and Brian O’Connell
Publish date:
Oct 16, 2023

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Imagine grilling food faster and tastier–without the usual outdoor grilling inconveniences.

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Almost 60% of Americans own a barbecue grill, but many are constantly on the lookout for grilling’s next big deal. With the Ninja Woodfire Grill, they might have found it.

Ninja had already staked a claim in the homestyle cooking and dining sector–the Needham, Mass.-based company is the number-one brand in small kitchen appliances.

Now, with autumn football tailgating season well underway, Ninja has taken the next big step in grilling with its Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill.

A Closer Look at the Ninja Grill

The Skinny: The Ninja Woodfire™ Outdoor Grill is available on NinjaKitchen.com.

Ninja Woodfire™ Outdoor Grill (base package): $369.60. Take $40 off with promo code SI40 at checkout.
Ninja Woodfire™ Pro Outdoor Grill with Built-in Thermometer and Premium Package: $399.99.

Capabilities: Grill six steaks or 30 hot dogs, air fry up to three pounds of wings, or BBQ smoke a nine-pound whole brisket.

Premium model: 141 square inch nonstick grill grate, built-in thermometer, combo crisper basket, pellet scoop, Ninja Woodfire Pellets Robust Blend and All-Purpose Blend starter packs, a two pound All-Purpose bag of pellets (20 uses), and Quick Start Guide with 15 recipes. The premium model package also comes with three free gifts: grill cover, roasting lifters and veggie tray.

Base model free gifts (limited time only): Veggie tray and roasting lifters.

Warranty: One-year VIP warranty and 90-day money back guarantee.

Reviewer rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars

An Efficient, Economical and Effortless All-in-One Grill

Basically, the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor grill answers a compelling question on the minds of barbecue lovers–how can you consolidate your favorite outdoor cooking activities like gas grilling, BBQ smoking and air frying into one, and for less than $400?

The handsome tabletop grill is the latest model catering to an industry trend. It’s a portable, electrical multitasking grill that allows Ninja owners to grill, smoke and air fry with genuine woodfire flavor, all under one hood.

In terms of portability, a collapsible table would suffice in a pinch. For the total package, however, we would highly suggest grabbing the collapsible grill stand–it’s the must-have accessory to take the Ninja Woodfire truly on-the-go. Whether you’re simply rolling it out to your driveway or patio, tailgating, camping or headed to a cookout, this stand is built to last wherever your travels take you.

Ninja Woodfire Grill Collapsible Stand — ninjakitchen.com

What else stands out with this handy utility grill?

These features are at the top of the list.

Great woodfire flavors

Outdoor grilling can be a chore once Mother Nature acts up. That’s not an issue with the Ninja grill. It has 100% wood-burning pellets for authentic woodfire flavors, making it a must-have for tailgating and other outdoor events.

To fire up the woodfire flavor, take a cup of Ninja’s proprietary wood-burning pellets and pour them into the unit’s smoke box on the side of the grill, close the grill lid, and press the just press the woodfire flavor button on the lower left side of the grill. Then, just sit back and enjoy the smoky flavors emanating from the grill, adding to your barbecue, grilling or air frying experience.

Faster food and just as delicious

Ninja's Woodfire patented grilling technology tenderizes large cuts of meat up to 40% faster and with 80% less pellets than other portable grills. Plus, it does so without losing any of that mouth-watering flavor that produces the best steaks, ribs, chops, burgers and chicken.

Easy assembly

Few grillers relish the reality of assembling a garden variety grill.

That won’t be an issue with the Ninja grill. Right out of the box, the Woodfire Grill comes with everything you’ll need to start grilling in minutes. There are no complicated assembly instructions needed or involved–just take the grill out, plug it in, pop in the handles (Ninja provides an Allen wrench for the job), and you’re good to go.

This is designed for a hassle-free on-the-go set up, perfect for leveling up any tailgating event. And with the NFL season kicking off, this grill can be used all season long.

Three-in-one cooking

The Ninja Woodfire Master Grill is an outdoor master griller’s dream. It includes a master grill, BBQ smoker, and air fryer all under one hood, and with 100% pure woodfire flavor.

Master grill. The master grill offers the performance of a full-size propane-grill, with complete char and searing on the menu.

The BBQ smoker. Grillers can generate full barbecue favor in a quick and tasty manner, using only a half-cup of woodfire pellets.

Outdoor air fryer. The Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill also offers an air fryer that provides tasty woodfire flavor for outdoor cooking.

Comes with exclusive Ninja Woodfire Pellets

The Ninja Grill also includes two blends of genuine 100% hardwood Ninja Woodfire Pellets (All-Purpose and Robust) that blends clean heat with any frilled, barbecued, or air fried meals.

Ninja has partnered with Bear Mountain barbecue to develop their own unique wood pellet blends. Expect a bend of maple, cherry and oak with the All-Purpose pellets, giving foods smooth and tangy taste. With the Robust pellets, Ninja adds a measure of hickory taste for a sweet and smokier grilling experience.

Cooks and cleans like a charm

Whether you’re grilling a steak at 400 degrees or slow cooking and air frying buffalo wings, the Woodfire Flavor can add some zest to the menu. Clean-up is quick and easy–all you have to do is remove the grill grate, wash it clean and pop it back onto the grill. A good wipe down with a damp cloth will easily take care of the grill exterior.

The Takeaway on the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill

No, the Ninja Grill isn’t the mammoth grilling unit that overwhelms your deck or patio.

That’s by design. Instead, the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill is a multi-functional grill that is both portable and versatile. Made from weather-resistant materials, this grill was designed to stand the test of time. And if you don’t have space in a garage or under cover on a patio, the Ninja grill cover ($25) will certainly help keep your grill protected from the elements.

Whether you’re cooking up burgers at the stadium for the gang or making yourself a steak after a tough day at work, the Ninja Grill can handle any function of a $2,000 grill–all for a price under $400.

Saving that much cash will only make that burger or steak even sweeter.

Product Specs


Dimension	Size
Height	13.5 inches
Width	23 inches
Weight	30 pounds
Grill Grate	10 inches x 14 inches
Cooking Surface	141 square inches
Fuel Source	Electric
Price	Base Model: $329.60, originally $369.90 Premium Model: $429.60, originally $459.60