What is best bbq grill to buy
Best grills in 2022: We tested gas, charcoal and pellet
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Outdoor cooking over a grill is probably America’s most beloved summer pastime. Whether you prefer burgers and hot dogs, chicken, pork, seafood or vegetables, this highly versatile cooking method makes everything taste better, and it’s always more fun to cook on the deck or patio.
With so many grilling options (you’ll find dozens of charcoal, wood, gas and pellet grills available), we decided to go head-to-head to make your decision a little easier. We cooked a whole range of dishes over charcoal, pellets and gas and figured out the advantages and disadvantages of each approach to help you understand the differences and choose the best one for your lifestyle and your budget.
Weber Original Premium Kettle Grill
The best charcoal grill overall
Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill
AmazonCharcoal grilling consistently gave us the best results, and the classic Weber Original Premium Kettle Grill is our favorite. It's easy to use, straightforward venting makes temperature control a breeze and it's affordable too.
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$219 at Amazon
Weber Genesis E-325s
A great propane grill
Weber
The three-burner Weber Genesis E-325s offers the clean results of the best gas grills along with an extra-hot searing burner for the char effects that can be hard to achieve otherwise.
$1049 $999 at Amazon
Traeger Ironwood 885
A versatile pellet grill for precision cooking
Traeger
From the company that developed the pellet grill, the Traeger Ironwood 885 can manage temperature precisely, letting detail-oriented cooks do everything from perfectionist convection cooking to smoking, with precision control via a connected app.
$1,599.95 at Amazon $1,599.99 at Traeger
Big Green Egg
A great kamado-style ceramic grill
Big Green Egg
Big Green Egg popularized the kamado-style grill in the United States, and it's easy to see why. Versatile enough for smoking, for grilling, for pizza baking and as an outdoor oven, the Egg's ability to hold heat makes it a great tool for the cook who likes to change it up.
$1,549 at Big Green Egg
Nuke BBQ The Pampa
An affordable way to get into Argentine-style grilling
Nuke BBQ
We tested the larger Nuke Delta grill, but for those looking to experiment with Argentine hearth-style grilling techniques, the smaller Pampa is a more budget-friendly tool, and still gives you plenty of space to feed big groups.
$1,139 at Nuke BBQ
Yak Hibachi Charcoal Grill
A stylish, powerful and highly portable grill
YAK grills
The Yak grill is small enough to use almost anywhere, and can even be used on a tabletop. Plus, the well-designed stainless steel device is not just easy to use but also simple to clean.
$249.99 at Yak Grills
Our test group, from left: Nuke Delta, Big Green Egg, Traeger Ironwood 885, Yak Hibachi, Weber Ultimate Original Kettle, Weber Genesis E-325s
Jason Perlow/CNN UnderscoredAccording to archeological evidence, humans have been grilling — quickly cooking food over a direct flame or radiant heat — for at least 2 million years, and it remains one of the most popular methods of cooking.
Grilling is special because it jump-starts the complex chemistry that gives meats a delicious crust, flavor and texture profile. The intense heat of the grill triggers the Maillard reaction (in which the compounds in food — the proteins, amino acids and sugars in meat, for example — react to create darker colors and more intense aromas and flavors) along with caramelization (where at even higher temperatures the sugars in the meat and rub or marinade brown) and char (in which the burning fuel and the vaporized drippings from whatever you’re cooking impart even more flavor to the meat).
While many people refer to all grills as barbecues, grilling and barbecuing are not the same. Barbecue is a specific style of cooking meat at low heat (under 225 degrees Fahrenheit) over long periods (usually measured in hours), and generally uses wood fuel (typically hardwoods and fruitwoods) to provide indirect heat and the smoke that gives barbecued food its characteristic flavor.
When shopping for a grill, your first decision is the fuel type. Gas, charcoal, pellet and wood grills not only perform differently and let you use different cooking techniques to achieve different flavors, but they vary in start-up time, convenience and ease of cleanup. To add functionality and to make it easier to take care of your grill, you’ll also want to invest in a few grilling accessories.
Adding tools like a dependable meat thermometer and a durable grill brush to your arsenal will make the job a lot easier.
While certain types of outdoor grills (such as kamado-style, kettle-style or pellet-fed) may also be used to smoke meats at lower temperatures with longer cooking times, dedicated barbecue smokers like an offset smoker, a “bullet” or vertical smoker or an electric smoker that burns wood chips or pellets are generally designed specifically for that one purpose.
With some practice and a little attention to temperature management you can get truly great-tasting results from a basic kettle grill like the Weber — the taste is worth the wait.
Jason Perlow/CNN Underscored The latest refinement of a 70-year-old design, the Weber Original Premium Kettle Grill represents the type of charcoal grill most people are familiar with.
A kettle grill is simple to use, effective and affordable. But most importantly, the results are fantastic. With a little effort and experience, a simple kettle can turn out fantastic grilled meats and vegetables, letting you take full advantage of the high heat of charcoal grilling in a very accessible format.
The design — a roughly bowl-shaped basin on tripod legs covered by a lid — is space and fuel efficient, and temperature management is straightforward using vents at top and bottom along with judicious opening and closing of the lid.
Kettles like the Weber can grill at high temperatures (over 700 degrees Fahrenheit), and with some skill can be used for low-temperature tasks, including barbecue or smoking, which makes them incredibly versatile.
Maintenance is simple too, with most offering a removable ash hopper at the bottom of the bowl.
If it’s flavor you’re after, the charcoal grills gave us the best results of any grilling method we tested. Because charcoal grills get hotter than any other type of grill, the larger surface area means you get all-over radiant heat you won’t get from gas, and the coals themselves lend food the distinctive taste that most of us associate with grilling in the first place.
The burgers we cooked on the charcoal grills were juicier and better-tasting than the gas grill or even the pellet grill, offering a delicious crust and that distinctive “char” flavor you’ll also get when cooking steaks, pork, chicken, seafood or vegetables.
Cooking over charcoal is simple and can give you a sense of tangible enjoyment no other method can match. And as long as you can pay attention to fire management, you can get a low-temperature burn, perfect for cooking low and slow for smoky flavors.
Whatever type of charcoal grill you choose, they all work on the same basic principle: You get a pile of charcoal fuel burning (for ignition, we highly recommend skipping the old-school lighter fluid and using a chimney starter, a propane torch or an electric heat gun like the Looft Lighter), spread it out in a basin and once it’s white-hot and burning continuously, cooking grates are installed above that and the food placed either directly above hot fuel for direct heat cooking or farther away from it for indirect heat.
The burgers we cooked on the Weber charcoal grill were mouthwatering, with a flavor no other method could match.
Jason Perlow/CNN UnderscoredCharcoal generates super-high temperatures and can burn for hours. It can be stored safely, it’s relatively affordable and since the grills typically don’t have any mechanical parts aside from whatever device is used to empty the ash hopper, charcoal grills typically require very little long-term maintenance aside from inexpensive part replacement.
We found two big downsides to grilling with charcoal: time management and temperature management.
First, it takes much longer to get the grill fired up and hot enough for cooking than with any other method — a good 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the grill size.
This means you can’t just decide to throw some burgers on; you’ll have to think ahead. The ignition process also takes a little work as well as an extra tool such as a torch or chimney. And it’s much harder (though not impossible) to get a charcoal grill started in windy or rainy weather.
Second, managing the temperature of a charcoal grill takes some work. Once you’ve got everything going, it isn’t a set-and-forget process as with a modern kitchen stove. You’ll need to interact with the pile of hot coals and get used to manual venting to maintain temperature and get the results you want — it can be a wonderfully tactile experience, but it’s more labor intensive than other grilling methods.
Lastly, charcoal grilling produces a lot of ash, so it involves more cleanup than other methods.
And because you can’t start tidying up until the grill cools off, there’s even more waiting before you can dispose of the ash left in the hopper.
Beyond the popular kettle grill, you’ll find many types of charcoal grills, so we tested several of the most popular variants. The basic principles are similar, but their varied construction methods and layouts give them a range of abilities that suit different types of cooking
We tested four charcoal grills. Along with the Weber kettle-style charcoal grill, we looked at the Big Green Egg kamado-style ceramic grill, the Nuke Delta Argentinian grill and a Yak shichirin, or “hibachi,” grill.
A kamado-style grill like the Big Green Egg we tested is capable enough for charcoal grilling, smoking and — because its ceramic liner holds heat so well — even bread and pizza baking
Jason Perlow/CNN UnderscoredA kamado, or “egg-style,” grill is similar in appearance to a kettle grill, except that it is usually made of thick ceramic material. The cooking style traces its lineage back to clay-pot cooking techniques used in China and India (the word “kamado” originates from a Japanese adaptation of the same method). Modern kamado-style grills are available from many companies, though the most well known is Big Green Egg, which popularized the concept in the US in the 1970s.
Because their ceramic casings are so heavily insulated, kamado-style grills can capture and hold a lot of radiant heat, making them great not just for grilling but for low-temperature cooking tasks such as barbecuing and smoking or brick-oven style pizza and bread baking at temperatures up to 700 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fueled with lump hardwood charcoal, larger kamado-style grills include multiple racks that can be stacked vertically for baking or to let them double as a vertical smoker, giving them a considerable capacity in a relatively small space.
The Yak hibachi/shichirin-style grill is small enough to be used on a tabletop, and did a great job grilling delicate foods like shrimp.
Jason Perlow/CNN Underscored Known popularly in the US as a hibachi (a term which in Japanese actually refers to a small stove used for heating; small cooking stoves are referred to as shichirin), this style of charcoal grill is very simple — a small metal box topped by a metal grate, suitable for use almost anywhere, and perfect for travel, camping, tabletop use and so forth. Like most charcoal grills, they can use briquettes or lump hardwood charcoal, and they’re very versatile.
There are dozens of variations on the design, ranging from the stainless steel Yak grill we tested to disposable, single-use charcoal hibachis meant for camping trips, tailgating or bringing to the beach.
An Argentine-style grill like the Nuke Delta shown here is a portable take on hearth cooking, with plenty of room to feed a large group with traditional South American asado (or anything else you want to grill).
Jason Perlow/CNN Underscored Sold under many names, this style of rectangular grill has its origins in the style of cooking known in South America as asado, done on a simple grill known as a parrilla — basically a portable hearth. To use it, you ignite your coals (lump hardwood charcoal is suggested) in a firebox, or brasero, which sits next to the grilling area, then once they’re white hot you dump them onto and spread them out on the main surface, above which a grill grate is suspended; to control the temperature you raise or lower the grate or change its angle.
Cooking on a parilla is a slow process with a learning curve, but it’s great for large proteins or just preparing food for large parties. Modern versions of these grills are often made out of heavy-duty carbon steel, and are not designed for portability or even to be moved around your backyard easily — the Nuke Delta we tested weighs 284 pounds, but that supports a massive 40-inch-wide cooking grate with some 547 square inches of cooking space on it, so it has a huge food capacity.
A great gas grill like the Weber Genesis E-325s three-burner model we tested gives you a level of control that rivals a kitchen range. It doesn't get as hot as charcoal and doesn't produce the characteristic char, but it gave us clean, satisfying results every time.
Jason Perlow/CNN Underscored If you want to grill but you don’t want to wait, a gas grill is the ultimate in outdoor cooking convenience.
There’s no fussing with fire starters or babysitting hot coals; just open the valves controlling the burners, hit the ignition button and within 10 minutes, the grill will be above 600 degrees Fahrenheit and ready to go. You can have dinner ready any night of the year within 30 minutes, bad weather be damned
Gas grills are also much simpler to manage than charcoal. Cooking on a gas grill is nearly as easy as cooking on the stovetop. Gas burners give you precise temperature control, from around 300 on up to 700 degrees Fahrenheit, and individual control of multiple burners lets you adjust for small or large meals, or create cooler and hotter zones for indirect cooking and convection effects. You can, for instance, run with a single burner if you need to cook just a couple of burgers or chicken breasts for dinner, or if you want to cook a protein longer with indirect heat.
So long as you set up everything correctly (and have an instant-read meat thermometer to check your proteins for doneness), you can come out looking like a grilling superhero every single time.
With gas, we got solid Maillard reactions when cooking meats such as burgers and steaks — nice crusts, but with a cleaner flavor because that “char” was not present. We found ourselves using more marinades, sauces and seasonings with gas-grilled foods than charcoal-grilled proteins and vegetables, and the food tasted lighter. We do not view this as a negative simply because gas grilling tends to lend itself well to healthier cooking overall.
Propane and natural gas (gas grills can run on either, with the appropriate fittings) are clean-burning and generate excellent levels of searing heat; not quite as hot as charcoal, but hot enough for good results from most anything you’d want to grill.
While cooking with gas has a lot of advantages, making it a great choice for many, the technique has some downsides, the first being that it just doesn’t taste like charcoal; because the clean-burning fuel doesn’t impart any intrinsic flavors, you get neutral and natural-tasting grilled food rather than a smoky or charbroiled flavor. You can enhance the flavor or even get smoker-like effects at low temperatures by using foil packets of wood chips or wood pellets placed above the burners’ heat deflectors, but the results are different than cooking over charcoal.
Since the burners are a smaller, cooler heat source than a pile of burning coals, less of the cooking in a gas grill happens by radiant heat.
This means that more heat is distributed to your food via the grill itself, so you get distinct lines on your chicken breasts with relatively paler meat in between rather than the all-over crispiness you get from charcoal.
Finally, while there is no ash buildup and gas grills are easier to care for on a daily basis than their charcoal-burning cousins, gas grills require a little more long-term care and maintenance. You will have to periodically clean up grease and particle accumulation on the deflectors, burners, air shutter screens, catch pan, grease tray and firebox itself.
Gas regulators, which control the amount of gas pressure going into the grill, have a life span of five to 10 years (these cost around $50; plus, you may occasionally have to purge them if they are clogged by “vapor lock”).
Electric igniter batteries need periodic replacement as well, and the gas burners themselves may eventually require replacement, as they wear and can eventually crack (a set of three tubes usually goes for about $50).
Additionally, you’ll want to buy a cover for your gas grill to keep it out of the elements, as weather can cause the mechanical parts to deteriorate. And if you’re using propane cylinders, keep them outside in a cool, shady place. (Never store them in your home or an enclosed area such as a garage, shed or basement, and keep them away from flames, sparks and temperatures above 120 degrees Fahrenheit).
The digital controls on a pellet grill like the Traeger Ironwood 885 give perfectionist cooks precision control over temperature whether they want to grill, slow cook or smoke.
Jason Perlow/CNN UnderscoredPellet grills are ideal for anyone who wants slow-cooked, woody barbecue flavor without the fuss of charcoal. They are also perfect for aspiring grill masters who love nerdy, high-precision cooking. Pellet grills function much like pellet stoves: An electrical ignition system fires up a fuel supply of hardwood pellets, then a series of fans (much like as in a convection oven) let you manage temperature very precisely using either onboard electronic controls or a connected app.
Pellet grills can’t get as hot as charcoal or gas grills, but they can maintain stable low temperatures (under 225 degrees Fahrenheit) for barbecuing or to double as smokers, and can also sear quite nicely at their limit of around 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
Burgers, chicken thighs and sausages pleased the crowd we fed using the Traeger 885 we tested, and there was not a single complaint about anything being over- or underdone. We cooked many items on the pellet grill, including pork shoulders, chicken thighs, moinkballs (bacon-wrapped meatballs), shrimp, stuffed jalapeño poppers, pastrami-wrapped hot dogs and all kinds of vegetables.
Everything came out perfectly cooked and juicy, but we were particularly impressed with the shrimp — a protein that is easy to overcook. We were able to do this because the Traeger, like many pellet grills, features computer control over temperature, letting us cook the shrimp at a stable 225 degrees Fahrenheit.
It’s a perfect setup for cooking tasks that require low temperatures and long cook times.
While pellet grills give you some of the flavor of charcoal grilling, they can’t hit the same high temperatures, so while you get the woody, smoky flavor, you won’t get that quick sear and distinctive grilled taste. While pellet grills do burn wood fuel, they are fundamentally electric appliances. And though you’ll get the precision control they are noted for, there can also be some discrepancies in performance.
During the times we ran it at maximum temperature with steaks and burgers, the Traeger 885 gave us more of a perfectly even convection oven-cooked effect rather than the kind of direct heat sear you would find with a charcoal or gas grill, with a hint of smoked fruitwood flavor rather than a charbroiled flavor.
And though we didn’t see the “crust” on meats that you would see with a charcoal or gas grill, the computer temperature control ensured that we never overcooked anything. If you’re a purist, however, this may not satisfy you in the same way.
Since pellet grills are electric, you’ll need a weatherproof electrical outlet wherever you want to grill (or you’ll need a generator or power station with an inverter to supply power). Pellet grills are also much more mechanically complicated than either a charcoal grill or a gas grill because of the feed motor for the hopper/auger, heating element, electronic thermostats, fans, and computer control system.
Pellet grills do require periodic cleaning to prevent malfunction, which requires replacing the grease trap, emptying out the pellet hopper and removing residual sawdust, removing and cleaning grill grates, removing and cleaning the drip tray, removing and cleaning the heat deflector and cleaning out the entire interior of the grill, including all of the ash accumulation below the firepot.
We cannot stress enough that because this is an electrical appliance, you want to have a weatherproof cover on the grill when it’s not in use. Ideally, it should also be kept in a shed, covered patio or balcony to keep it away from the elements. Additionally, pellets should not be stored in a hopper for longer than a week because if they absorb too much moisture, they begin to crumble and become soft, which causes issues with temperature consistency and can cause clogs in the auger or firebox.
High temperatures are the key to grilling, providing char and unlocking the chemistry of the Maillard reaction that contributes to the mouthwatering flavor of grilled meats.
Jason Perlow/CNN Underscored To assess the relative strengths and weaknesses of each cooking method, over eight weeks, we dedicated the entire patio of our home to testing six grills — a Weber kettle-style charcoal grill, a Big Green Egg kamado grill, a Nuke Delta Argentinian grill, a Yak hibachi/shichirin grill, a Weber Genesis gas grill and a Traeger Ironwood 885 pellet grill.
Multiple flavors of Traeger-brand pellets were used as fuel for the Ironwood 885. Propane was purchased for use with the Weber Genesis. For the Weber Kettle, we used Kingsford Original briquettes as fuel. For the other charcoal grills, we used Brazilian eucalyptus blend and Argentine quebracho lump charcoal purchased from local supermarkets in south Florida.
Various proteins were cooked on each grill, including hand-formed burgers (typically 80% lean ground beef), New York strip steaks, Brazilian tri-tip, filet mignon, chicken thighs, pork sausages, hot dogs, bacon and shrimp. Various types of vegetables were also cooked, including onions, peppers, eggplants, tomatoes and corn.
Proteins were seasoned with a variety of rubs from different manufacturers, including Traeger and Weber. BBQ sauces from these companies were used as glazes during the final minutes of cooking at high heat.
Each grill was fired using manufacturer instructions, and cooking was done after the recommended preheating period. Charcoal lighting on the kettle was done using Kingsford and Weber chimney starters with crumpled newspaper as kindling, and the Looft Lighter Classic was used for the lump charcoal grills.
For instant temperature readings on grill heat, we used an infrared thermometer, and we used a Thermapen MK4 for determining meat doneness.
Note: The prices above reflect the retailers' listed price at the time of publication.
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10 Best Outdoor Grills 2023
We updated this article in August 2022 to add more information about each featured product, based on extensive testing done by the Good Housekeeping Institute. We added a kamado grill recommendation as well as updated our picks for portable and tabletop grills.
Nothing says summer like grilling up quick summer recipes. And to turn out delicious food with perfectly charred results, you need the right grill (and grill accessories from grill tongs to grill baskets!) to make the job quick, easy and low-mess.
In the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Culinary Innovation Lab, we've tested more than 65 grills over the years to determine which are the best you can buy, including gas grills, charcoal grills, kamado grills, pellet grills and portable grills.
We've cooked more than 70 steaks and 280 pieces of chicken to determine how well each grill sears, while keeping an eye on smoking and flare-ups. We've also toasted more than 1,000 pieces of bread on the gas grills to see how evenly they heat. In addition to performance, we assessed helpful extras like side tables, tool storage, concealed gas tanks and wheels for portability.
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Best Overall Grill
Genesis II EX-335 3-Burner Natural Gas Smart Grill in Black Weber
$1,699 AT HOME DEPOT
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$1,699 AT HOME DEPOT
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Best Value Grill
4-Burner Propane Gas Grill Nexgrill
$349 AT HOME DEPOT
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$349 AT HOME DEPOT
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Best Gas Grill
Spirit II E-310 Propane Grill Weber
$639 AT AMAZON
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$639 AT AMAZON
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Best Grill for Beginners
Commercial Tru-Infrared Gas Grill Char-Broil
$429 AT LOWE'S
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$429 AT LOWE'S
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Best Charcoal Grill
Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill Weber
$219 AT AMAZON
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$219 AT AMAZON
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Best Pellet Grill
Pro Series 575 Grill Black Traeger
$900 AT WAYFAIR
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$900 AT WAYFAIR
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Best Kamado Grill
Classic Joe II Kamado Joe
$1,299 AT AMAZON
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$1,299 AT AMAZON
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Best Stand-Up Portable Grill
Traveler Portable Gas Grill Weber
$373 AT AMAZON
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$373 AT AMAZON
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Best Tabletop Grill
Roadtrip 225 Tabletop Grill Coleman
$195 AT AMAZON
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$195 AT AMAZON
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Best Electric Outdoor Grill
Pulse 2000 Electric Grill Weber
$841 AT AMAZON
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$841 AT AMAZON
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You can read more about how we evaluate outdoor grills in our tests — plus everything you need to know to shop for the best grill you can buy — at the end of this guide.
Looking for more ways to make the most out of grilling season? Check out our guides to the best grill cleaners and the best grill thermometers for your money, plus our favorite grilling recipes of all time.
Best Overall Grill
Weber
Genesis II EX-335 3-Burner Natural Gas Smart Grill in Black
Weber
$1,699 AT HOME DEPOT
Best Value Grill
Nexgrill
4-Burner Propane Gas Grill
Nexgrill
Now 13% off
$349 AT HOME DEPOT
Best Gas Grill
Weber
Spirit II E-310 Propane Grill
Weber
$639 AT AMAZON
Best Grill for Beginners
Char-Broil
Commercial Tru-Infrared Gas Grill
Char-Broil
$429 AT LOWE'S
Best Charcoal Grill
Weber
Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill
Weber
$219 AT AMAZON $219 AT HOME DEPOT $220 AT FARMANDFLEET.
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Best Pellet Grill
Traeger
Pro Series 575 Grill Black
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$900 AT WAYFAIR $900 AT HOME DEPOT
Best Kamado Grill
Kamado Joe
Classic Joe II
Kamado Joe
$1,299 AT AMAZON $1,299 AT HOME DEPOT
Best Stand-Up Portable Grill
Weber
Traveler Portable Gas Grill
Weber
Now 11% off
$373 AT AMAZON $399 AT HOME DEPOT $399 AT DICK'S SPORTING GOODS
Best Tabletop Grill
Coleman
Roadtrip 225 Tabletop Grill
Coleman
$195 AT AMAZON $205 AT WALMART $210 AT DICK'S SPORTING GOODS
Best Electric Outdoor Grill
Weber
Pulse 2000 Electric Grill
Weber
$841 AT AMAZON $849 AT HOME DEPOT
How we test grills
In the Good Housekeeping Institute, we've tested more than 65 grills over the years, including gas grills, charcoal grills, kamado grills, pellet grills, portable grills, indoor grills, electric grills and more.
To determine which grills to test, we scour our data to determine which grills seem the most interesting and popular. We also communicate with brands to learn about their latest models and keep an eye out for innovations and new technology.
When we test all types of grills, we assess performance and ease of use. For gas grills, we cover the surface with sliced white bread to determine how evenly the grill distributes heat, and we cook steak and chicken to evaluate how quickly they cook with the least amount of flareups. We cook steak and chicken on charcoal grills as well, but we weigh ease of use more heavily since charcoal can vary in terms of distribution and heat retention.
Our ease-of-use assessment begins with assembling the grill. We value clear instructions, labeled parts and simple assembly. We also consider helpful accessories like shelves, side tables, tool holders, built-in thermometers, wheels, type of igniters and more. After we complete our testing, we compare all of our notes to determine which performed the best.
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A small sampling of the grills we tested
What to look for when buying the best grill
✔️ Fuel type: The first thing to consider is what type of grill you'd like. The two main types are gas and charcoal. Gas is easy to use, while charcoal is trickier to master but delivers a smokier taste. There are also kamado grills, which use charcoal, and pellet grills, which use wood pellets. (More on the pros and cons of each below.)
✔️ Size: Once you narrow down the type of grill you'd like to buy, think of how much room you have to use and store it, as well as how many people you're cooking for at a time. Three-burner gas grills are ideal for families of four or fewer and can still handle the occasional party. A 22-inch diameter is common for charcoal grills: Any larger is ideal for cooking more at once, and smaller is better for storage. If you don't have a lot of room, consider a portable grill that's typically much smaller but does the trick in terms of turning out a delicious meal.
✔️ Accessories: While side shelves and tool holders may not seem important, they make the overall grilling experience smooth. We also like shelves underneath the grill for storage, a quality set of wheels, tank holders for gas grills and more.
What type of grill is best?
When buying a new outdoor grill, the two biggest players are gas and charcoal, but electric, kamado and pellet grills are also fair game. When selecting what type of grill to buy, consider how often you'll be grilling, the amount of space you have for storage, what flavors you prefer and the amount of time and attention you'll want to spend cooking. Here are the basics on each:
✔️ Gas grills are the most common type. They're great because they offer excellent control of the heat (the ability to adjust the burner knobs makes it less likely that you'll end up with burnt brisket!), plus they ignite with the push of a button, heat up quickly and are easy to clean.
It's the go-to option for no-fuss grillers who plan to barbecue frequently. Just keep in mind that you'll need fuel from a propane tank or natural gas line on your property.
✔️ Charcoal grills require briquettes or lump charcoal to ignite. Charcoal is more hands-on and takes time to heat up and cool down, but it imparts a better, smokier flavor than gas because it often gets hotter. It's really for grilling purists.
✔️ Kamado grills use charcoal to heat but are often made of ceramic and have thicker walls than charcoal grills. They can reach very hot temperatures, like a pizza oven, and they retain heat well for low-and-slow smokes.
✔️ Electric grills plug in and can't be beat for ease-of-use or convenience — especially the grills that can be used indoors or at apartment complexes that don't allow charcoal or gas grills.
Just don't expect steaks or burgers cooked on an electric grill to taste like the ones from a real BBQ.
✔️ Pellet grills are a growing category that use electricity and hardwood pellets made out of wood scraps to heat. Pellets provide a delicious, authentic hardwood flavor to food but are costly.
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Nicole Papantoniou is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliance and Culinary Innovation Lab, where she oversees all kitchen appliance content and testing. This is her third season testing grills for Good Housekeeping, and she has had her hands on at least 35 grills and counting. She's a trained cook, recipe developer and grill aficionado.
Nicole Papantoniou Kitchen Appliances & Innovation Lab Director Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019.
How to choose a good grill for your home? Choosing the perfect grill for home barbecue
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- Choosing a grill for a personal plot
- Fuel
- Construction of modern grill
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- Comfort
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Types of grills for the home
Fuel type
Yes, the type of fuel is very important for grills that are used in country houses or in the country. Consider the characteristic features of the devices presented today: nine0003
- charcoal grills.
The best grill in terms of economy. It not only has a low cost, but also runs on coal, which also boasts a very affordable price. In addition, today coal is sold even in the smallest local stores, especially in areas with private development; - gas grills. This type of grill will cost a little more than a charcoal grill. But with such a device, you do not have to mess with coals - to bring it to readiness, just turn the gas supply knob. But here, too, there are pitfalls - most grills do not provide for the ability to connect directly to the gas network, so you will have to regularly visit the nearest gas station to replenish the cylinder; nine0015
- electric grills. These devices work without the use of any fuel at all - they generate heat from electricity. And here it is important to pay attention to the characteristics of the current necessary for the operation of the device. Weber grills are 220V capable and are the best in the segment. While other manufacturers do not always adhere to this standard.
- material. Modern grills are usually made of two materials: ceramic or metal. The first, although it has excellent thermal insulation qualities, strength and resistance to corrosion, is very expensive and has a huge weight. For example, a ceramic grill can weigh more than 100 kg. More affordable, but no less practical is metal, namely aluminum and stainless steel. They are lightweight, relatively inexpensive, and easy to clean. Moreover, all their shortcomings can be eliminated with proper processing. So, for example, in Weber grills, the lid and the boiler are covered with porcelain enamel, which protects them from moisture, as well as mechanical damage; nine0015
- size . For a small company of 2-3 people, even an ultra-compact Weber Go-Anywhere or Compact Kettle grill will be more than enough for you. In addition, he can always become your companion on a hike or a trip to the sea.
For a company of 4-5 people, you need something more spacious, such as Weber Master-Touch GBS or Original Kettle grills with a diameter of 57 cm. In fact, you should not get too hung up on the size of the grill, because home barbecue is a great way to gather your friends and loved ones together and spend more time with them. nine0015 - cleaning system. Believe me, you will curse the day you bought a grill that has to be manually cleaned after each use. It is better if the grill has a simplified cleaning system. A great example of this is Weber's OneTouch. It represents the petals that are located at the bottom of the boiler.
They are set in motion by a special handle, sweeping away all debris and food debris; nine0015
- modular grid. Modern grills do a lot more than just fry steaks. They easily handle chicken, pizza, pies and even desserts. And to maximize the culinary potential of the device, we recommend that you take grills with a modular grate. This is in all Weber devices marked GBS in the model name;
- thermometer. Accurate temperature control is one of the most important conditions for a well-cooked meal. And to make this task easier, most of the same Weber grills have built-in thermometers directly installed. This feature greatly simplifies the work with the device and makes the cooking process more enjoyable; nine0015
- wheels. For many grill owners, transporting their culinary monster is a real headache. Small wheels bogged down in the sand, lack of even those, instability of the support, etc. - all this can spoil even the most favorable atmosphere for a barbecue.
Therefore, at a minimum, you should make sure that the grill has wheels - this will make your life easier.
So, which of these grills is best for the home? It is difficult to say unequivocally - in this case, you should rely on your personal preferences, financial capabilities, as well as the remoteness of housing from shops, gas stations, etc. nine0003
Features
If you want your grill to be able to fully perform its functions, it is important to pay attention to its design. Forget about open grills right away - they are by no means suitable for barbecuing. The thing is that the products in them are poorly heated, charred and lose their original qualities (taste, aroma, color, etc.).
The best option in this case is spherical grills. They were first produced by the American company Weber, but even after more than 70 years, they confidently maintain a leading position in the barbecue market. The thing is that, due to the presence of a closing lid and a rounded shape, the heat in them does not dissipate into the environment, but is concentrated on the working surface, ensuring uniform heating of the products.
Thus, the dishes are juicy and fragrant. nine0003
It is also important to consider other features:
Grill filling
The grill should be comfortable - this is one of the most important conditions for a good home barbecue. Accordingly, it is necessary to look closely not only at the materials of manufacture and form, but also at the functional content. The mandatory options for a home grill include the following:
These are just the basic elements that should de facto be present in any modern grill. Without them, it is difficult to imagine a comfortable grilling. nine0003
If you're not used to settling for the bare minimum and want to keep your barbecue really simple and laid-back, then Weber has a couple more tricks for you. These are sliding tables, and various hangers for tools, and convenient dampers for adjusting the heat, and much more.
Manufacturer
You will certainly find a huge variety of different grills on the market, but not all of them meet current quality standards. Thin metal, poor protective and decorative coating, low-quality steel for gratings, etc. - all this is well hidden by unscrupulous manufacturers, but it necessarily manifests itself over time. Therefore, it is worth paying attention to the guarantee offered by the seller.
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Proven
The only right decision in this case is to buy a grill from a manufacturer that has been proven by time and consumers. That is exactly what Weber is. This company has been successfully operating in the market for more than 70 years, offering its customers high-quality grills that can satisfy not only the needs of ordinary barbecue lovers, but also chefs working in the best restaurants. nine0003
High quality workmanship, advanced technical developments, as well as the best materials and raw materials - all this has long been the hallmark of the Weber brand.
46 Review
Posted by Anton Feb 25, 2020
I bought a charcoal grill at the beginning of the summer. In my opinion, this is ideal, since the flavor that the smoke from the coals gives to the meat cannot be obtained from cooking on a gas grill. In the country, it was often used, it is easy to use. In fact, I noticed in the article a lot of subtleties when choosing a grill, which I also paid attention to when choosing a grill for myself.
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Posted by vladislav89 Feb 26, 2020
I usually follow already well-known brands that guarantee quality and ease of use (of course, I also check the characteristics myself). I personally like grills from the KAMADO JO company, especially the second generation (they are like a classic for me. I recommend them to all my friends). Attract not only the aesthetic side, but also the improvement of the technical issue. In all respects, these grills outperform most of the "average" on the market. nine0007 There is another brand, also American. "Weber", also produce high-quality equipment and have their own guarantees. Not so long ago I bought a Genesis model, also the second generation.
Posted by Anna March 3, 2020
I liked the gas grill, but my husband insisted on charcoal! The smell of smoke is important to him in meat, so I had to buy at his choice. They immediately took a large one, for the family and guests - so that everyone could fill the plates at once.
Posted by Igor March 3, 2020
I've had both a gas and charcoal grill, so I have something to compare to. But I still give preference to coal. This is just a universal model for which finding fuel is not a problem. I recommend Weber, as it provides for easy cleaning, and be sure to take it on wheels so that you can easily move it, since they are all quite heavy.
Posted by Yuri March 5, 2020 nine0003
Personally, I approached the choice of grill responsibly. I cook on gas at home, so I didn’t even consider grills that run on gas. Yes, I don’t argue, with the help of a gas grill you can add a crust and the meat will turn out appetizing and juicy, but this divine smell will not be. Bought a charcoal grill. I chose not the cheapest and not the most expensive model. Stopped somewhere in the middle price category. The main thing is to choose a grill with which you don’t have to bother with cleaning later.
For this is not the most rewarding thing. Mine is easy to clean. And it will serve me well. Yes, and I chose a large grill. My family is not small. nine0003
Posted by Ruslan March 6, 2020
I used to have a gas grill. The thing is very convenient, but only if you use it near the house. You won’t go to nature with this, it’s not very convenient to carry a gas cylinder with you, and it’s not safe either. For outdoor recreation, I bought a charcoal grill - cheap and cheerful. By the way, barbecue on a charcoal grill is the most delicious due to the specific smoky aroma.
Posted by Sergey March 7, 2020 nine0003
Chose a charcoal grill. Traditional taste and practicality. I can't imagine frying meat on gas. The lid helps to fry the meat and keeps the product warm and juicy for a long time. Good and functional grills from Weber I liked right away.
Posted by Vladimir March 7, 2020
Here the matter is different.
Not everyone has their own house and their own dacha, and if all this is not there, then the only option remains - this is an electric grill and nothing else. nine0003
It takes up little space and fits into any small apartment. It is also important to understand whether you need it at all? Many of my friends, having seen enough of how we cook, bought it. Ended up using it a couple of times. Anyway, it won’t be possible to cook here either, there is no such smell of a fire or something.
Do not take very cheap ones, they burn out and are uncomfortable. From cheap I recommend Moulinex Minute grill, it is the most normal.
I use it myself - Tefal Optigrill + GC712D34. The steaks and shawarma are just great. Recommend. nine0003
Posted by Elena March 7, 2020
When we moved to our own country house a year and a half ago, the question of buying appeared almost immediately, as we love shish kebabs, barbecues and often gather guests at home.
As a result, after much deliberation, choices and advice, we opted for the "classic" charcoal grill, since this option seemed to be the most convenient, practical and affordable in terms of price category. It is not difficult to buy coal these days, it is sold in many stores, but extraordinarily tasty meat cooked on a charcoal grill by an experienced chef is literally worth its weight in gold. So I advise everyone to buy a charcoal grill. nine0003
Posted by stepan ivanov March 7, 2020
Last year I decided to please myself and buy a grill in order to cook on it. Then faced with a variety of options and manufacturers. Then I decided on the requirements and chose a coal model suitable for a small company of people with a simplified cleaning system. Actively used both in the courtyard of the house and in nature, the result was beyond praise.
Posted by Igor March 7, 2020 nine0003
It's actually very simple.
Each type of grill has its pros and cons, and which one to choose depends solely on the conditions in which you plan to use it. Electric - the most convenient for use at home or in the country, where there is access to the mains. I doubt that there will be at least one unique person who will drag him into nature and will power him from a car battery or, God forbid, a diesel generator will ram in more. For nature, the most optimal is coal. And in my opinion, gas loses to everyone. Coal has one advantage - safety. Yes, in the case of a gas cylinder, you don’t have to mess around with coals, but safety is paramount. nine0003
Posted by Julia Mar 8, 2020
Choosing a grill for your home is a very difficult task, I completely agree with this, there are so many things on sale now. We considered buying only a charcoal grill, the electric husband did not consider it in principle, he said that the meat and fish on it were not at all the same, there was no that flavor.
As for the size, it seems to me that it is best to take with a margin. In a private house there is always a place where you can store it, and you can even organize a stationary place, but when guests arrive, you want everything to be enough. By the way, it was a discovery for me that you can cook pies on the grill. I have never seen anything like this, but I think this is possible on more expensive models, and we were looking for the simplest one. Vegetables, meat, fish cope with it all. nine0003
Posted by Fedor March 9, 2020
Of course, it is very important to choose the right grill for your home, so that it really suits you to the maximum. Therefore, I think that it makes sense to read good articles that will allow you to learn to understand what is better to pay attention to, what you don’t need to pay attention to.
I used to rely on people's reviews and brand ratings, as well as the cost of a particular grill. Of course, even now I rely on these points, but I also try to study the characteristics - the type of fuel, material, and so on.
It is important that the grill is not too cheap and is good and reliable, so I advise you to choose a grill really wisely. nine0003
Posted by Irina March 9, 2020
I have been wanting a grill for my home for so long, but the lack of a hood stopped me. And as soon as she appeared, she immediately fulfilled her long-standing "Wishlist". I can say that coal / gas grills are relevant for a suburban area. If you plan to use a grill in the apartment, it is better to take an electric one. My grill from Tefal, meat, fish, vegetables, hot sandwiches are amazingly delicious! And most importantly, I pressed 3 buttons - and the grill cooks everything by itself, beauty)
Posted by Oleg March 9, 2020
I love to arrange picnics in my country house during the season. Bought a spherical charcoal grill last year. I think this is the best option. The modular grille in the design expands the range of applications, and the built-in cleaning mechanism makes it very easy to care for the grill.
Posted by Max March 9, 2020
Last summer we bought a Weber charcoal grill for our dacha and have no regrets. It is quite simple and easy to use and allows you to cook a wide variety of all sorts of dishes, lamb ribs and pork steak are especially excellent. With the help of a special lever, it is quite easy to clean from the ashes, and thanks to the presence of wheels, the grill can be safely moved to any place you need. nine0003
Posted by Daniel March 10, 2020
In general, everything depends on the budget, when I chose a grill, I came from my own money, there are a lot of cool models, but I still focused on an electric grill, I didn’t want to bother with gas, coal or other fuel. I just chose a large volume and a very powerful electric grill and I have no regrets, for almost two years my family and I have been happy, and when guests come, I helped out more than once in cooking meat.
Of course, in terms of power consumption, my grill cannot be called economical, but I don’t use it very often, and there are no problems with the electronic grill at all, the thing is cool and the temperature setting is also a huge plus, there is no setting with a charcoal grill. nine0003
Posted by Sergey March 10, 2020
In any case, you need to remember that we buy a grill for more than one year. When I was choosing a grill for myself, I first of all looked at what models exist both in terms of quality and technical capabilities. Of course, a charcoal grill is for everyone, when you want, for example, to feel the smoke in addition to the meat aroma. Well, I like the gas grill. And it’s convenient and you don’t need to mess around with coal. When I bought it, I decided not to be stingy and bought a ceramic grill. True, it is heavy, but we don’t transport it anywhere, it just stays on the site. Dishes are juicier and tastier. And in the care of the grill, we don’t particularly bother.
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Posted by Irina March 11, 2020
We often have a lot of guests at our dacha, so we chose a grill with a large diameter and quick cleaning. Bought a Weber brand charcoal grill (with wheels) last year. Easy to use, and I like the fragrant smoke. Cooking meat, sausages and vegetables.
Posted by Anita March 11, 2020
I want to say that if you live in an apartment, then it makes no sense to take a grill. I have had it for a year now. Do you know how much you have used during this time? 2 times. nine0007 Buy cheap and you will not get pleasure, and not everyone is ready to spend 20-30 thousand on expensive ones.
I've cooked meat and vegetables 2 times, but it's tastier in the oven. If you really buy, then a normal gas or charcoal grill.
Posted by Gennady March 11, 2020
The grill is still not a cheap thing, so before buying it, I would highlight some of its important characteristics for myself.
The size of the working area - with a family of 3, any unit will be enough. The material from which the grill is made - in this category you can immediately add the word "weight and price". A cheap iron grill is likely to have the disadvantages of being vulnerable to corrosion and being short lived. Ceramics, on the other hand, will eliminate these shortcomings to the maximum, but it will cost more and weigh more. The best option for fuel is coal. It is cheap, it can be easily bought, these types of grills are most represented on the market. And the choice, of course, is yours. nine0003
Posted by Alexey Mar 15, 2020
I may be a retrograde, but I don't like the idea of a gas or electric grill at all, but I think coal is a great option. And it's not just about the lower price. To me, procedures with charcoal filling and ignition do not seem like annoying fuss. I regard them as part of a pleasant ritual, a necessary part of the pleasant feeling of outdoor cooking.
And besides, in my opinion, a charcoal grill is the safest, because both gas and electricity require a more responsible approach to their use. nine0007 Although, having tried gas with friends, I won't deny it - it's really easier with it.
Posted by Peter Mar 15, 2020
Yes, modern grills are just chic these days. A real marvel of engineering. I recently bought myself a fancy new grill instead of the old one, still made in a handicraft way. Indeed, it is heaven and earth!
Posted by Andrew Mar 15, 2020
Personally took an electric grill. I chose between this and coal, but still settled on the first, since I can use it both at home and in nature. Initially I thought that washing it would be a problem, but because of the adjustable build plates, it is not difficult. Also, when cooking, there is no smoke, to be honest - I don’t really like it. But it fries meat many times faster than a conventional grill, I myself regulate the temperature and the degree of roasting according to my mood.
The only negative in it is that for a large company, you have to cook two or even three times. But this is all because of the delicious meat that is obtained with its help. In general, you are welcome to my country house))
Posted by Vitaly Mar 18, 2020
Good day! You know, personally I am for the electric option, but I support the coal one no less. Gas, how to say, is it more dangerous or something ... Well, here, of course, everyone has their own opinion. Coal is cheap, I assure you from my own experience, but electric is generally a penny.
Posted by Vitaly Mar 18, 2020
I was looking for a budget alternative to Weber. Looked at charcoal grills from other manufacturers. All the same, according to a set of indicators, I chose the Compact Kettle from Weber. Stable three legs with wheels. Thick-walled metal case with porcelain enamel. I really like the handle, it almost does not heat up.
Can be taken without gloves. The debut of the new grill was arranged on the very first weekend in the country. First I smoked 6 perches, then I fried more kupaty for the children. The aroma is such that all the neighbors are envious. During the summer, I twice took the grill with me to picnics on the banks of the Oka. When assembled, it takes up little space in the trunk. Especially compared to the grill. nine0003
Posted by Ekaterina March 19, 2020
We have long wanted to buy a grill for our country house. I was more inclined towards a gas grill, but my husband convinced me to take a coal one. I didn't regret it at all. Great choice. The meat is flavorful and smoky. It was Weber that was purchased, as it is very easy to maintain and clean. We wanted to take the usual one, but still chose it on wheels, it is very convenient to move around the house.
Posted by Irina Mar 20, 2020 nine0003
I can only say one thing, if you don't have a grill, buy it, this thing is really worth buying.
My husband and I thought for a long time whether it was worth buying, the action prompted us to buy, and we never regretted it, we took an electric one, because we take less with it, even if we lost a little on taste, they say it’s much better on coals, but anyway, it's cool stuff. First of all, we fried steaks, they were exactly the same as we ate in the restaurant, then of course there were vegetables and then again meat, meat)). In general, I advise everyone to buy a grill, you won’t regret it, it’s worth it, now we have a barbecue every weekend
Posted by Igor Mar 23, 2020
The charcoal grill is the most intelligent, in my opinion, the most important thing is to take it with normal steel, and not from Chinese tin, which will burn out in just a week of irregular use.
Posted by Alexandra Mar 28, 2020
We were quite satisfied with the open grill, but as soon as we tried meat cooked in a spherical grill at our friends' country house, the difference immediately became clear.
Therefore, yes, you need to take only a spherical one. nine0003
Posted by Eugene March 29, 2020
We bought a charcoal grill and have no regrets, the price range is huge, you can find it for every taste and budget.
Posted by Sergey March 29, 2020
We took an electric, rectangular shape. We don’t regret it at all, there is no soot from gas and more steaks are included in this form.
Posted by Alexey 29Mar, 2020
Bought a charcoal grill last summer. I really like smoky meat. In terms of cost, it is at least inferior to gas, but the taste of meat is many times better (I know how much I took from a neighbor to use a couple of times). The main thing when choosing to pay attention to the quality of steel. It is also very convenient to ride on nature with this one, it does not take up much space, and it is quite easy to climb. I chose the Weber brand, very convenient to use, the handle does not heat up, you can take it without gloves.
I advise. nine0003
Posted by Kirill Mar 30, 2020
We use a charcoal grill in the country, everything suits us, the meat turns out juicy, with smoke, but I'm thinking of replacing it with an electric one if I find a suitable one for the budget.
Posted by Julia Saprykina Mar 30, 2020
I agree, a charcoal grill can't be compared to a gas grill, the flavor of the meat is completely different. I also recommend choosing models at prices above average, as a rule, these are the best grills! nine0003
Posted by Kira Averina March 31, 2020
We have an inexpensive charcoal grill. We've been using it for over 2 years now. Meat (any) always turns out tender, juicy, fragrant and very tasty.
Posted by Alina 2 Apr, 2020
Grilling should not cost a lot of money, and it is best to use a charcoal grill.
So the aroma is better and the process of kindling is pleasant. At least for our family, this is an important tradition. nine0003
Posted by Sergey 3 Apr, 2020
Very relevant information, at least for me. I’ll explain myself, I decided to purchase a grill for my summer cottage and, having read the material, I now began to better navigate in terms of choosing the best option. The advantages of spherical grills over the rest are convincingly described, so I will buy just this one. I'm sure I'm not the only one interested in this topic, thanks.
Posted by Victor Vlasenko 3 Apr, 2020 nine0003
On the contrary, it's easier for me to tinker with coals than to drag around with a dangerous mixture forever) I have the most common, but practical and reliable. Additional equipment in the form of gratings and other things was purchased separately, as needed. As for the thermometer, I'm not so connoisseur of different degrees of roasting.
I determine by eye) Experience, as they say, you can’t drink away.
Posted by Andrew 3 Apr, 2020
When choosing a grill, in the first place, I proceed from what to season? In particular, coal can always be found at any gas station. With regards to the model itself - convenience and comfort - these are its main characteristics! nine0003
Posted by Anastasia 3 Apr, 2020
The charcoal grill is the best in my opinion. Yes, there is a lot of trouble with him, but the taste of the dishes is simply amazing.
When choosing this important thing, my husband and I first of all paid attention to the quality of the metal and the size.
Posted by Ivan 4 Apr, 2020
I consider the charcoal grill authentic in its own way and am a fan of it. The very process of cooking meat on coals gives its own special atmosphere and is pleasant to the heart.
Plus, the meat has a special specific taste and aroma that cannot be obtained on other types of grill. Well, indeed, as indicated in the article, charcoal grills are the most budgetary, and in combination with the above, this is an ideal option for me. nine0003
Posted by Nikolai Petrovich 4 Apr, 2020
To choose the right grill, I personally monitored different online stores for more than six months until I found what I needed. The main thing for me is the pricing policy of the grill, the second place is the quality. Personally, the authors painted all this in the article. By the way, the same grill is cheaper here.
Posted by Valeria 5 Apr, 2020
I am very pleased, I took it as a gift for my husband and read which one is better. I took a mobile one on wheels, which is very convenient
Posted by Pavel Pastukhov 5 Apr, 2020
Everyone chooses based on their personal practical experience or even theoretical)) (someone said, heard somewhere, etc.
). I think that any type of grill has its pros and cons. For electric, so that the meat does not dry out, you just need to adjust the cooking recipe. Gas can be considered universal for any weather. And coal, of course, is convenient if you live in the country for a long time. nine0003
Posted by Gosha 5 Apr, 2020
I bought an electric grill because it is the best option for the apartment. You don't need a gas cylinder or coal, plugged it into an outlet and everything works.
Which grill to choose for the cottage
Weber grills / Which grill to choose for the cottage: useful tips from experts
Today it is impossible to call a vacation really good and family if there was no signature dish on the table - shish kebab. No holiday in nature is complete without baked vegetables, fish and meat. Therefore, if you decide to finally let the most delicious park cuisine into your life, we will help you choose a device that will become a beloved and faithful friend at every family event.
Grill Academy experts answer questions about how to choose a charcoal grill for a summer residence, and why exactly a charcoal barbecue deserves the attention of summer residents. nine0003
Charcoal grill designed specifically for summer residents
This is not a loud statement, in fact it is - you can cook only in nature, in the open air and on coal. Only the owners of country houses or country cottages can afford such a luxury. Today there are mobile installations, small in size, which are easy to transport in the trunk of a light car to nature. But in any case, the bulk of buyers are summer residents.
Charcoal equipment has superiority over other types of barbecues, and there are 3 proofs of this:
- Cook in any weather and at any time of the season. In autumn, summer, winter, even in the rain - just cover the flame with a lid from precipitation.
- Additional functions. This is a brazier for barbecue, and a tandoor for cakes, and a pizza oven.
In some models, you can smoke small carcasses of poultry and fish. - Inexpensive fuel, fast ignition and long temperature retention.
Add to this an amazing aroma and rich taste. Once you try a properly cooked charcoal dish, you will never want to come home and cook on the stove again. nine0003
How to choose a charcoal grill: checking each item
The ideal grill setting does not exist. Every year, manufacturers upgrade devices, improve technology, add nice features - all this seriously complicates the choice, the eyes just run up. But for our customers, we have developed a small checklist that will help you deal with such questions as what diameter of the grill is optimal for giving, why it is more profitable to take an ovoid shape, rather than the usual spherical one, and others. Let's get started:
- The size. Equipment by size is divided into 3 categories: for home, private use - small, for large companies or for a large family - medium, for professional cooking - large.
The best option is the average, you will never go wrong with the choice. Such structures and functions have more, and the frying surface is more capacious. - The form. The Grill Academy catalog includes spherical and rectangular Weber devices, and the extraordinary Big Green Egg - both manufacturers make quality products. The choice depends on the compactness and what you plan to cook. Flatbreads and pizzas are perfectly baked in the “egg”, and you can also cook dishes of a more difficult class - soups, shurpa and others. If you plan to often transport in the trunk, focus on the compact and practical Weber models - they weigh much less and are easy to drag. Ceramics will be much heavier. nine0015
- Thermal regime. Take installations where you can adjust the height of the grille. Then you can play with heat. Shish kebab at the lower height with direct heating will be juicy, with a crust and fragrant.
- Trouble-free ignition. First of all, pay attention to the capacity for coal.
