October 2024
Gas Grills: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of gas grills rankings posted by key online experts, as of October 2024.
Summary
On 4 Oct 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 64 gas grill endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
49 gas grills were endorsed in total, only 8 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 4 Oct 2024, Weber Spirit II E-310 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed gas grill with 6 expert endorsements. 3 experts out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 gas grill' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Weber: 11 gas grills
(#1 is Weber Spirit II E-310)
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Char-Broil: 7 gas grills
(#1 is Char-Broil Performance 2-Burner)
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Monument grills: 3 gas grills
(#1 is Monument Denali 605)
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Kenmore: 3 gas grills
(#1 is Kenmore 3-burner Patio Grill)
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Cuisinart: 3 gas grills
(#1 is Cuisinart Venture CGG-750)
Price breakdown
At a glance - October Ranking
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Wirecutter
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CNET
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Homes & Gardens
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Good Housekeeping
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NBC News
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Popular Mechanics
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Forbes
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Bob Vila
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Business Insider
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Food & Wine
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Weber Spirit II E-310
The Weber Spirit II E-310 Gas Grill is a versatile and durable outdoor cooking appliance with ample cooking space, even heat distribution, and easy maintenance, making it ideal for frequent grillers.
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Weber Spirit II E-210
The Weber Spirit II E-210 gas grill is a durable and high-quality option for small outdoor spaces, with convenient features and easy maintenance.
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Weber Genesis Smart EX-335
The Genesis II EX-335 Gas Grill is a versatile and durable outdoor cooking appliance with high-performing heating and searing capabilities, easy maintenance, and an impressive 10-year warranty.
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Coleman RoadTrip 285
The Coleman RoadTrip 285 Gas Grill is a versatile and durable portable grill with a large cooking area, adjustable burners, and easy-to-clean features, making it an excellent investment for outdoor activities, camping, and tailgating.
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Weber Genesis E-325s
The Weber Genesis E-325s gas grill is a durable and efficient option for outdoor cooking enthusiasts who frequently host large gatherings, with a total cooking area of 669 square inches and three main burners totaling 39,000 BTUs.
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Weber Q2200
The Weber Q2200 gas grill is highly praised for its cooking area, burners, materials, features, maintenance, and warranty, making it a durable and versatile option for outdoor cooking.
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Char-Griller Flavor Pro
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Char-Broil Performance 2-Burner
The Char-Broil Performance 300 Gas Grill is a reliable and affordable option for outdoor cooking enthusiasts with a total cooking area of 400 square inches, two stainless steel burners, and easy maintenance and cleaning.
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We ranked Weber Spirit II E-310 #1 in October 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Weber Spirit II E-310 as #1.
Homes & Gardens
Best budget gas grill
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Easy to set up
Easy to use
Best burgers on test
Best chicken on test
Reasonable price
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Small side rack for propane
Wide grills for thin-sliced foods
Plastic control knobs
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Good Housekeeping
Best mid-range gas grill
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Competitive price point for quality and performance results
Sturdy side tables, including one that slides down
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Takes a long time to put together
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Business Insider
Best overall
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Excellent ignition system
heats quickly and evenly
sturdy and durable construction
folding side tables
storage bench
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Awkward to move with no handles
no side burner
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We ranked Weber Spirit II E-210 #2 in October 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Weber Spirit II E-210 as #1.
Popular Mechanics
Best Overall
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Simple and effective
Durable
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Two burners might not be big enough for large families
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Bob Vila
Best Overall
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High-quality, powerful, and spacious gas grill from a leading grill brand
Flavorizer bars reduce flare-ups and enhance flavor, and there’s a wireless temperature-control option
Includes fuel gauge for gas bottle, folding side tables, and integrated tool hooks
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Comes at a premium price, and while faults are few, assembly can occasionally be awkward
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Business Insider
Best budget
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Same as the larger model we recommend overall, more compact and comes to temperature more quickly, 10-year warranty
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No handles, no side burner (not even optional)
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend gas grills.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of gas grills, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for October 2024 ranking
Wirecutter
CNET
Homes & Gardens
Good Housekeeping
NBC News
Popular Mechanics
Forbes
Bob Vila
Business Insider
Food & Wine
We ranked Weber Genesis Smart EX-335 #3 in October 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Weber Genesis Smart EX-335 as #1.
Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Gas Grill
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Offers several high-end features
Built-in thermometer that can be used with or without the app
Top-perfomer in heating and steak tests
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Pricey
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Business Insider
Best upgrade
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Built-in probe thermometers
Comes with lights for the grill and knobs
Searing zone for high-temp cooking
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Probe thermometers can be inaccurate and finicky to use
Long assembly time and difficult to move once built
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We ranked Coleman RoadTrip 285 #4 in October 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best portable gas grill
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Turns on easily
Heats quickly and makes nice grill marks
Side shelves slide in and grill folds flat for transporting
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Propane tank can be tricky to attach sometimes
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We ranked Weber Genesis E-325s #5 in October 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
Food & Wine
Editor's Pick
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The E-325 has a large capacity for a three-burner grill, is easy and intuitive to use, and it can be very versatile if you use it for multi-zone cooking.
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Our only real gripe with this grill is the storage doors under the firebox don’t match the construction quality of the rest of the grill.
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We ranked Weber Q2200 #6 in October 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
Bob Vila
Best Portable
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Compact when folded for easy portability, yet surprisingly spacious in use
Rugged construction suitable for camping, RVing, or at home
Can run off 1-pound propane canisters or a 20-pound tank (adapter hose required)
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Expensive for a single burner grill, and not light at 43.5 pounds
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We ranked Char-Griller Flavor Pro #7 in October 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best-Gas And Charcoal Grill
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Dual fuel
Easy to assemble
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Steak didn't achieve dark grill marks
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Bob Vila
Best Multi-Fuel
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Combines the ease of gas cooking with the flavor enhancement of wood, charcoal, or pellets
Unique Flavor Drawer and adjustable smokestack dampers for precise temperature control
Stainless steel for durability with slide-out ashtray for easy cleanup
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Some users find temperature control challenging
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We ranked Char-Broil Performance 2-Burner #8 in October 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best gas grills” rankings.
