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Our Top Choice
Coleman Portable Roadtrip LXE BBQ Grill
Coleman makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors with heavy-duty outdoor gear like this collapsible propane grill.
Lightweight. Collapsible design. Even cooking. Slide-out side tables. Cast iron grills. Wheeled stand.
May not be large enough for big gatherings.
Propane
Compact, Portable Outdoor
285 Square Inches
Cast Iron Grates
20,000 BTUs
Best Value
Char-Broil Graphite Patio Bistro® Electric Barbecue Grill
Char-Broil specializes in unique smart grills with advanced functions like the TRU-Infrared Electric Barbecue.
Infrared cooking for juicier food. Compact. Small footprint. Usable in areas where you can't use gas or charcoal.
Less powerful than larger gas and charcoal grills.
Infrared
Compact, Portable Outdoor
320 Square Inches
Porcelain-Coated Premium Grates
1750 Watts + Infrared Heat
Weber SPIRIT® E-310 Natural Gas BBQ Grill
Weber is famous for their top-of-the-line grill like this natural gas barbecue, featuring Flavorizer bars and electric ignition.
Durable. Side counter space. Flavorizer bars for added flavor. Cast Iron Grates. Electric Ignition.
Requires natural gas hookup, but Weber offers alternatives for those without one.
Natural Gas
Stationary Outdoor
424 Square Inches
Cast Iron Grates
32,000 BTUs
George Foreman 15 Serving Indoor/Outdoor Electric BBQ Grill
George Forman grills are known for their powerful and innovative indoor grills like this indoor & outdoor combo grill. This portable one is compact enough to take tailgating!
Removable Stand for indoor/outdoor use. Nonstick. Variable temperature control. Sloped surface to remove fat – not flavor. Drip tray.
Smaller than many compact grills, but the added versatility of this combo grill makes up for it.
Electric
Portable Indoor/Outdoor
240 Square Inches
Non-Stick Cooking Surface
Variable Controlled Heat Settings
Char-Griller Patio Pro™ 1515 BBQ Grill
Char-Griller specializes in simple, dependable barbecues like this compact barrel-style patio grill.
Cast Iron Grates. Stay-cool wood handle. Side shelf. Bottom and side vents. Wheels.
Some assembly is required. May be too small for larger parties.
Charcoal
Compact, Stationary Outdoor
250 Square Inches
Steel & Cast Iron Grates
Charcoal-Based Temperatures