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Best budget charcoal grill
Pros: Good value, versatile, easy to clean.
Cons: Durability problems with legs, wheels, painted, not powder-coated, nylon handles.
363 or 140
Spherical, circular
35 by 23 by 18.5
One-Touch cleaning system, aluminum vents
No
Black
10 years on bowl and lid, one year on grates
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Full-featured charcoal grill
Pros: Unusual gas-assist lighting, weber quality and warranty, choice of color, built-in thermometer.
Cons: Plastic worktable not as sturdy as wood, similar to less costly Webers.
363
Spherical, circular
40 by 50.25 by 28.5
2 Char-Basket charcoal fuel holders, Touch-N-Go gas ignition system, dual-purpose thermometer
No
Black, dark Blue or green
10 years on bowl and lid, one year on grates
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Charcoal grill for parties and big families
Pros: Huge grilling space, multiple shelves, racks and a worktable, durable cast-iron grates and powder finish.
Cons: Lack of airflow control, complicated assembly.
1,000
Barrel, rectangular
62 by 29 by 50
Cast iron grates, powder coat finish, warming rack, shelves, heat gauge
Yes
Black
5 years on body, one year on everything else
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Best portable charcoal grill
Pros: Inexpensive, light and portable.
Cons: Too small for large parties, no latches to seal it up.
147
Spherical, circular
17 by 14.25 by 14.5
Locking lid (Gold version), aluminum vents
No
Black
10 years on bowl and lid, one year on grates
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Best luxury charcoal grill
Pros: Accurate temperature control, good for searing, slow roasting and baking.
Cons: Small grill surface, expensive.
not avail.
255
Spherical, circular
15 by 26 by 18
Ceramic construction that keeps a cool exterior, built-in thermometer
Yes
Green
Lifetime, but voided if bought on the Internet or from an unauthorized dealer