Home doesn’t really feel like home until you’ve cooked some meals outside. Unfortunately, grills are notoriously tricky to move, and you might be better off leaving your old one behind. But for a piece of technology that is essentially just “flame + food,” there are an awful lot of decisions to make when it comes to buying a grill. Gas, charcoal, or pellet? How many burners do you need? What are your thoughts on grilling apps?To make summer in your new home a little easier, we asked the MYMOVE team to share the best grills they’ve ever had. The results have something for everyone, whether you’re planning a Fourth of July party or just a perfectly cooked ribeye for one.
Buy it hereIf you know anyone with a Big Green Egg, you’ve probably already heard plenty about the Big Green Egg. To own it is to love it, and its believers will eagerly tell you about its precision temperature control, the superiority of charcoal to gas, and the Egg’s all-in-one versatility. And it really is more than just a grill. Sure, you can cook some burgers, but the Egg’s heat-retaining ceramic shell also lets you roast, smoke, and bake to your heart’s content. Just light the lump charcoal with a lighter or natural starter, and it’s ready to use within minutes.It’s far more expensive than the typical grill, but if the idea of cooking your Thanksgiving turkey on a grill excites you, the Big Green Egg is the one for you.
Jack T. | Senior Associate“I love the taste that comes with a charcoal grill, and the Big Green Egg can burn for a long time with easy temperature control.”
Blackstone Griddle: Best flat top grill
Blackstone Original 28" W/Cooking Station & Hard Cover
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Grill features
Battery push start ignition
Two cooking zones
Shelves on both sides and under grill
Grease catcher in back
Hard cover for outdoor storage
Buy it hereEver find yourself fantasizing about another life as a line cook? The Blackstone Griddle uses a diner-worthy griddle instead of grates, and it comes in five sizes between 17 and 36 inches. The 28-inch version is a happy medium for most people — enough to cook 18 burgers at once. With separate burners you can set to different temperatures, you can dedicate one side of the grill to warm buns and the other for searing steak. The Blackstone Griddle is so well-liked that it was the only grill to be recommended by multiple MYMOVE team members. That said, it’s not quite as maintenance-free as other grills. “It does require more upkeep on the griddle to keep it in working condition than a regular grill — we weren't prepared for that when we bought it,” said Erica D., Editorial Director at MYMOVE. You’ll want to season the griddle before using it for the first time, and coat it with oil after every use.
Lindsey D. | Senior Account Manager“Not a grill, but we love it as much as our grill! From hibachi to breakfast to smashburgers — the opportunities are endless.”
Weber Performer Premium: Best charcoal grill
Weber Performer Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Black
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Grill features
Built-in lid thermometer and timer
Charcoal storage container
Lid holder on the side
Removable ash catcher
Rack for grilling tools
Buy it hereWeber is synonymous with charcoal grilling, and the Performer Premium is one of the most decked out grills in its lineup. You’ll get enough space to fit 13 burgers at once, plus a slew of thoughtful features like a hinged grill to easily add more charcoal, a high-capacity ash catcher, and a storage container so extra fuel is always within reach. The Performer Premium has wheels, too, so you can easily move it around the yard.
Michelle M-B. | Marketing Director“So many things to love about this grill! I’ve had it for years — cooks great and you can feed tons of folks."
Buy it hereIf you love the taste of slow-cooked barbeque but don’t want to spend all day babysitting a brisket, then a pellet grill like the Camp Chef SG 24 is the perfect middle ground. It uses compressed hardwood sawdust pellets as fuel, automatically adding as many as needed to get the perfect flavor. You can set the Smoke Number and temperature directly on the grill or through the Camp Chef smartphone app.
Ashley L. | Senior Visual Designer"If you are looking for something that you can smoke a decent-sized brisket on and grill a few burgers — then this one is for you. Plus, you can buy additional attachments to add on like a sidekick sear.”
Weber Smokey Joe Grill: Best cheap grill
Weber Smokey Joe Premium 14-Inch Portable Grill , Black
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Grill features
Lightweight and portable
Cooks up to five burgers at once
Lid holder on side
Handle for easy transportation
Buy it hereSometimes all you need in a grill is a place to combine fire and meat. If smartphone apps, built-in thermometers, and fancy ignitions make your head spin, a classic Weber charcoal grill is as reliable and time-tested as any grill out there. The handle and light weight make it easy to bring along on camping trips and tailgates, and you can still cook about five burgers at a time.
Joe S. | Senior Writer“I bought this grill for my first apartment out of college, and used it for years on my screened-in porch. It’s big enough to set up two zones of heat for steaks, but still small enough to throw in the car on camping trips.”
The bottom line
For a method of cooking that’s supposed to take us back to our caveman days, shopping for grills can start to feel like comparing desktops. But remember: grilling is about enjoying great food with people you love. Now you get to do it in a place you love, too.
The products featured here are independently selected based on thorough research from our editorial team. If you buy something through links on our site, we may receive a commission.
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