Compare Charcoal Grills
Updated May 2012
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Budget charcoal grillPros: versatile, easy to clean, excellent brand reputation, long warranty, good customer serviceCons: durability issues with legs, wheels, painted, not powder-coated finish, no side tables or thermometer363 or 240Spherical, circular38.5 by 25 by 22.5, or 35 by 23 by 18.5One-touch cleaning system, crack-proof all-weather wheels, aluminum ventsNo, but experts say it can be used for limited smokingBlack10 years on bowl and lid, 2 years on grates and all other parts441001BLK077924025303WeberPorcelain-enameled bowl and lidPlated steel -
Best charcoal grill overallPros: gas-assisted ignition, weber quality, reputation, long warranty, choice of colors, built-in thermometerCons: plastic worktable is flimsy, some say, smaller cooking area than other grills363Spherical, circular40 by 50.25 by 28.52 Char-Basket charcoal fuel holders, Touch-N-Go gas ignition system, dual-purpose thermometerNoBlack, dark blue or green10 years on bowl and lid, 2 years on grates and all other parts1421001077924003622WeberKettle: Porcelain-enameled bowl and lid; Cart: Heavy-duty steel framePlated steel, hinged
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Barrel-style charcoal grillPros: huge grilling surface, multiple shelves, racks and a worktable, durable cast-iron grates, powder-coat finish, thermometer, warming rackCons: lack of airflow control, complicated assembly1,038Barrel, rectangular62 by 29 by 50Powder coat finish, adjustable grate height, warming rack, shelves, heat gaugeYesBlack5 years on body, 1 year on everything else2137 OUTLAW789792021379Char-GrillerSteelCast iron
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Portable charcoal grillPros: inexpensive, portable, reputation for quality, 24/7 customer supportCons: small, bottom vent can get clogged, complaints about grill legs147Spherical, circular17 by 14.25 by 14.5Ash pan (below kettle), aluminum ventsNoBlack10 years on bowl and lid, 2 years on grates and all other parts08203432077924025136WeberPorcelain-enameled bowl and lidN/A
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Grill/smokerPros: precise temperature control, can sear, grill, bake or smoke food, uses very little charcoalCons: small grill surface, expensive, no stand or cart included in price, all accessories are sold separatelynot avail.262Spherical, circular15 by 26 by 18.25Built-in thermometerYesGreenLifetime (when purchased from authorized retailer)N/A665719000019Big Green EggCeramicPorcelain-coated steel
