Best Gas Grills of 2023 for Every Need and Budget

There are two kinds of people in this world: people who know how great a Weber barbecue is and people who just haven’t owned one yet. If you fall into the second category, now’s the time to find out what everyone else already knows.

First impressions of the Genesis II E-310 3 burner gas grill are very good; it looks solid, well-built, spacious, and shiny. Available in either propane or natural gas, this reliable grill covers most of the bases the average griller requires.

Let’s start with the three available burners. It’s easy to set up different temperature zones across the 669 square inches of cooking space for searing and indirect cooking. This means you can get those grill marks and then shift your steak over to finish cooking through, or you can leave a roast on to cook by convection.

Unlike on cheaper grills, you’ll get consistent, even heat along the entire length of the burner — no more hot spots near the back! You’ll even get a bit of smoke added thanks to the flavorizer bars catching and burning off the drippings.

Speaking of drippings, anything that gets past the bars will be collected in a handy drip tray easily accessed under the cook box.

Below the grease collector, you’ll find a convenient shelf (one of two) for storage, and there are hooks for hanging your tools.

The tank mounts under the right-side shelf, freeing up a lot of room. There are also six handy hooks for hanging your BBQ tools while you cook.

The cooking grates are made of porcelain-enameled cast iron and will not only conduct heat evenly, but they’ll also last for years with proper care.

The rest of the grill is made of stainless steel, and the lid is also porcelain-enameled. The whole grill is built to last.

Unique to Weber Genesis is the iGrill3 thermometer system. This model is iGrill3-ready, meaning it was designed to accommodate Weber’s proprietary Bluetooth thermometer, (but that it must be purchased separately.)

Not an essential feature, but it’s nice to have, and we do highly recommend owning a digital thermometer. There’s a thermometer built-into the lid, of course, but these are never accurate enough for determining if your meat is ready.

This is one of those cases where enough boxes are ticked to make a product stand out. It isn’t the best gas grill at everything, but it is very good at everything it offers. Grilling on the Weber Genesis II E-310 will be a genuine pleasure, no matter your skill level.

There are bigger grills, cheaper ones, and those with more bells and whistles. But, you will not likely find a grill that functions as consistently at this quality level. For straight-up grilling, this is the gold standard.

Just in case you thought Weber had the monopoly on mid-range to lower high-end grills, Napoleon is here to make you think again.

The Prestige Series grills are all excellent, but we especially love the P500RSIBSS. Take one glance at the stainless steel construction, and you’ll have some idea why; this is a sharp-looking grill that says, “Hey. I know what I’m doing. My steaks will be delicious.”

Under the hood, you’ll discover Napoleon’s innovative wave grates. The curvy lines are meant to create additional surface area for more even cooking. Yes, you give up the traditional straight grill marks, but so what? As long as it tastes amazing!

Here you’ll also find one of two infrared burners, this one for the included rotisserie. Roast chicken, anyone?

The other infrared burner is built-into the left side table. Here, on a miniature wave grill, you can sear steaks, chops, and more to perfection before finishing on the main cooking area. In fact, thin cuts can be seared and finished to a gorgeous medium-rare here with ease. Turn down the heat to use the 14,000 BTU side burner for sides, sauces, and more delicate items.

Convenience features are plentiful, including a slide-out grease catcher, a lid that pivots at the center instead of hinging at the back for easy opening, light-up control knobs for night grilling, and storage in an enclosed base. The twin side shelves each feature three hooks and a towel bar for holding your gear while you pause to chat or enjoy a beverage.

Not included, but available as a highly recommended option, is Napoleon’s exclusive charcoal tray. Designed to fit perfectly in the Prestige 500RSIBSS’s cook box and tuning this gasser into a charcoal grill, you can actually cook with charcoal inside your gas grill for that back-to-basics experience and delicious smoky flavor. Now, that is very cool, and just one more awesome reason to buy this grill.

It’s very hard to say something negative about the Napoleon Prestige P500RSIBSS-1 gas grill. This is easily one of the most versatile and dependable gas grills we’ve seen.

It offers a premium grilling experience at a price that’s pretty good for everything you get. As a long-term investment in outdoor cooking, it’s difficult to do better.

From the interior lighting to the four casters, this grill more than lives up to the names Prestige and Pro. In fact, it could be one of the very best all-around gas grills we’ve seen.

The Pro 500 features four stainless steel main burners totaling 48,000 BTUs. Each burner lights individually with Napoleon’s excellent snap-on ignitors. Channels running between the burners ensure that it will soon reignite if one happens to go out.

Additionally, there’s a rear infrared burner for use with the included rotisserie; talk about added value! Finally, the sixth control knob activates the infrared sear station on the left-side shelf. You can hit 1800°F on this small burner for an unreal sear.

The main cooking area consists of two stainless steel wire grills that provide 497 square inches of primary cooking space. And forget what you think you know about wire grates; this is some of the thickest wire we’ve ever seen on a grill. Plus, they have the signature Napoleon WAVE shape for increased contact with your food.

Over on the right-side shelf is one of our favorite features. Lift the lid to reveal a built-in cutting board, perfect for slicing meat, vegetables, and more. Underneath that is an integrated ice bucket for keeping a few drinks chilled. Both shelves feature a storage nook for condiments, tool hooks, and a towel bar.

Each of the six knobs lights up on demand, and you can choose from a variety of colors to fit the mood. Although mostly for show, it is handy for night grilling. Plus, for any burner currently in use, the corresponding knob will light up red; this safety feature should prevent you from accidentally leaving a burner on.

Inside the enclosed cabinet, you’ll find some handy storage shelves and the wonderful slide-out tank caddy. You’ll appreciate this thoughtful feature if you’ve ever tried to insert or remove a 20-pound tank from inside a BBQ cabinet. The doors are soft-close, and there’s an interior light.

And while we can see little practical value in it, we still love the proximity light. That’s right; walk up to your new Napoleon grill, and a light will automatically shine the Napoleon logo on the ground in front of it. It’s like the Bat-signal for barbecue. The knobs can also be set for motion activation. Necessary? No. Cool? Obviously.

Backed by an impressive bumper-to-bumper warranty that covers most parts for life and everything else for 15 years, you can purchase your gorgeous new Napoleon Prestige Pro 500RSIB, knowing it will keep you cooking for decades to come. It’s a masterpiece.

For some people, nothing but the absolute best will do. Maybe you’re made of money; maybe you just know a good investment when you see one. Whichever group you’re in, you will not be disappointed with this Primo grill.

First impressions? WOW! Where to begin?

This is a gorgeous grill, an uber-professional looking ode to stainless steel. When it comes to impressing friends and neighbors, the shiny Summit S-470 scores huge points.

In terms of cooking, though, that’s where this model really shines. It really is one of the best gas grills you can buy at any price.

All four main burners light individually with their own integrated ignition systems activated by the lit-up knobs — no holding down a button and waiting for a spark to catch. It’s easy to set up temperature zones for convection cooking, or searing and shifting to finish.

Did we say ‘searing’? If you love those grill marks, you’re going to flip for the dedicated searing zone for concentrated heat.

Like things slower? Flip up the rotisserie motor and turn some birds in front of their own infrared burner. There’s also a 12,000 BTU side burner for frying, boiling, and more. And, we’re in love with the built-in smoker box with its own burner. Now you’ve got the best of all world’s in a single barbecue.

The whole unit is solidly and carefully constructed with premium materials and craftsmanship. Weber knows this grill is an investment, and they want it to last. We wish the wheels were more robust, but we’re happy to see four of them.

Weber has provided a ton of convenient features, including two side shelves, six hooks, and a lot of storage inside the cabinet, including more hooks for the rotisserie pieces. Also, inside the cabinet is the removable drip tray, where anything that isn’t burned off on the flavorizer bars will collect.

An LED fuel gauge keeps track of your propane supply (running out mid-cook sucks), and a light attached to the handle shines down on the grill every time you open the hood. Forgive the pun, but that’s a really bright idea.

The Weber Summit 717001 S-470 is an extraordinary grill; there’s seriously not much it can’t do. You’ll have years of fun cooking your favorites and trying new things.

If it seems like a lot of money to spend, just think about everything you’re getting for your money, how often you’ll use it, and how long it will last. It’s a great investment and one of the very best gas grills out there.

Not convinced our top pick is the one for you? Try this beauty on for size! It was a tough decision, and this fantastic grill didn’t come in second place by much.

Weber again? While we aren’t just shills for the brand, we do recognize a good product when we see it. And this is a damn good product.

Like all Weber gas grills, the Spirit II looks great just sitting there. It has clean lines, just enough stainless steel to look pro-grade, and the stand inspires confidence with its robust legs and large wheels. You can even choose from four hood colors: black, white, red, and sapphire.

The Spirit II E-310 3 burner gas grill offers many of the same excellent features as our top pick, the Genesis II E-310, but in a scaled-down package, and that’s what kept it from winning top spot as our choice for best gas grill.

For starters, you have the same high-grade burner tubes that burn evenly from end-to-end. This allows for consistent cooking temperatures across the entire grate. There are three of them, allowing for easy set up of temperature zones for searing and finishing, or convection cooking of larger cuts.

Here, too, is the handy grease management system making this grill easy to clean, which may actually be even more nicely packaged on the Spirit II than on the Genesis II.

Channeling all the grease drips into a single pan makes for easy clean up when you’re done. Between this and the flavorizer bars, which vaporize most drips and turn them into flavorful smoke, you’ll have almost no worries about flare-ups scorching your dinner.

The cooking grates are high-quality porcelain-enameled cast iron, that conduct heat and cook evenly, and will last for years with simple maintenance.

The Weber Spirit ii E-310 comes standard with numerous convenient features including twin side shelves (one folding), tool hooks, and a lower storage shelf. All these features combine to provide a superior grilling experience, free of “where the heck am I going to put this down?” moments.

Propane gas grills come with a fuel gauge, so you’ll never run dry and be left stranded — assuming you remember to check it. And, it’s set up for the iGrill3 thermometer system, a nifty add-on for Weber fans to monitor cook temperatures via Bluetooth on their phones.

There is a lot to like about this grill, even though there’s not actually a lot of it there. Though for the average family, it’s hard to imagine needing much more.

Operation will be simple (the Infinity Ignition system is SO easy-to-use!), consistent, and hassle-free. If you’re sick of cheap grills, and want a barbecue that functions so smoothly you’ll end up taking it for granted, look no further than the Weber Spirit II E-310.

Without question, this is a great looking gas grill. With stainless steel as far as the eye can see and a pair of neat and tidy doors on the storage area, plus LED-lit control knobs, it sure seems like a high-end product.

Surprisingly, it actually falls in the moderate price category.

The main grill is quite wide, so there’s a lot of room for cooking for a crowd. The porcelain-coated cast iron grates are durable and give good heat distribution.

Down below, there are four swiveling and locking casters — the only gas grill we reviewed with this feature. Rolling around on the deck should be a breeze.

With four main stainless steel propane gas burners putting out 12,000 BTUs each, you’ll establish different heat zones with ease (the classic is two outside burners on, and two inside burners off for great convection cooking).

Additionally, you get not one, but two side burners — one for searing and one for less intense cooking. If you want to do steaks for two, you might not even need the main cook box. You could also do a reverse sear without sacrificing main grill space.

The slide-out drip pan is accessed from the back, which isn’t optimal, but at least there is one. There’s a second, smaller one under the sear burner that you can get at from the front.

Additional features include ample storage behind a pair of doors, a hood thermometer, and four hooks on the right shelf for your tools. We really like the light-up knobs, with their cool blue glow — perfect for night grilling!

If rotisserie is your thing, Monument Grills sells a separate kit that is compatible with the 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill.

If you covet the high-end grills but don’t want to spend the money, the Monument Grills Stainless Steel 4-Burner may be your solution. Certainly, that’s what the manufacturer is aiming for.

Do not, however, expect to get Weber-like performance from this grill; you do tend to get pretty much what you pay for. But, it’s still a good-looking, perfectly functional product with some sweet bonus features that make it more than worth considering.

Love to grill, but you’re sticking to a tighter budget than our top two picks allow? Or, are you more casual about your grilling and don’t feel the need to spend much on a barbecue? Then you’ll love our next pick!

Char-Broil has built a business out of making good quality, cost-effective gas grills for budget-minded consumers. They aren’t the very best gas grills out there, but that’s ok; not everyone needs the best. But no one needs the worst!

For casual grilling, this 2 burner grill is hard to beat.

At first glance, you might confuse the closed-cabinet style grill for some sort of tool locker for your garage or workshop. That’s actually not such a bad thing! It’s nice not to see the propane tank, and the cart looks durable and workman-like.

The stainless steel hood looks great, and we even like the position of the electronic igniter, placed right between the two burner control knobs for aesthetically pleasing symmetry.

Under the hood of the Performance 300, you’ll find twin stainless steel burners and porcelain-coated cast iron grates. We’re happy about the quality of the grates, and they should last a long time.

With two burners, you’ll still be able to create temperature zones, though not as effectively as on a model with 3 or more. The warming rack is a nice bonus you won’t always find on a small grill, and it’s perfect for your buns, or doing up some veg while the meat cooks on the main grate.

The slide-out drip pan is another terrific convenience feature usually not found on budget grills. No soup-can-on-a-hook here!

Plus, you get two very generous fold-down side tables for holding your tools, condiments, seasonings, and food waiting to hit the grill. For more storage, just open the cabinet door and utilize any space that isn’t taken up by the propane tank.

For a more detailed look at this grill, you can view our dedicated Char-Broil performance 300 review. Or even check out the video below:

Sometimes it’s ok to look at a product, nod your head and say, “Yup. That’s good enough.”

This is a nice little grill that packs a surprising number of quality features into a wallet-preserving package. To call the Char-Broil Performance 300 gas grill “no frills” would be selling it short; call it “low frills” instead.

We definitely like this product for what it is, and it’s proof that no one has to make do with a lousy grill.

Do you like burgers, dogs, sausages, chicken pieces, steak, and chops? For a classic cookout, this basic grill is all you need.

We won’t lie — it’s not impressive to look at, but you can tell right away it’s a classic, simple barbecue. Nothing wrong with that!

For a small grill, there’s surprising versatility under the hood. There’s enough space on the grate to cook plenty of hamburgers or steaks at a time, enough to feed an average-size family.

With three burners, you can even set up multiple heat zones and do some searing and finishing, or roast some larger cuts or chicken. And the side burner allows you to boil some veg, or prepare a homemade sauce as you grill.

Since this is a budget grill, it’s light on accessories and bonus features. You do, however, get a single more-than-ample side shelf for resting your tools, condiments, rubs, etc.

There’s also a swinging warming rack under the porcelain-coated steel lid for getting your buns toasty and for keeping finished food from cooling-off outside.

For many casual grillers, a basic but functional unit like the Char-Broil Classic 360 is all they really need. It isn’t fancy, but it is reliable, and it’ll get the job done.

With three burners for versatile cooking options, there’s enough here to keep the burgers-and-dogs-with-the-occasional-roast crowd happy all summer long. For the price they’re asking, you can’t really go wrong.

We use this phrase flippantly, sometimes; this time, we mean it — if money is NO object for you, this grill is your ticket to ultimate bragging rights.

Every Kalamazoo grill is handcrafted in, you guessed it, Kalamazoo, Michigan. In fact, everyone who works on your grill autographs the inside. It’s a fun, personal touch and part of the Kalamazoo difference.

The quality of workmanship is second to none, as are the materials used. Base models are crafted from 304 stainless steel, with the option to upgrade to marine-grade stainless for unbeatable protection from the elements.

Also unbeatable are the Dragon Burners. Made of cast brass, each burner weighs nearly 14 pounds and puts out 25,000 BTUs. The burners (2 in the K500) are brilliantly designed to deliver even heat and minimize debris build-up. We love that the holes point out instead of up, almost eliminating clogs from grease drippings.

The firebox extends far below the burners to improve heat circulation, making the K500 function like a convection oven. It’s also designed to channel ash and debris into a handy box inside the enclosed cart.

Wait, what? Ash in a gas grill? That’s right! Here’s where the Kalamazoo Gourmet K500 knocks our socks off.

You see that handle between the light-up burner knobs and the 50-pound lid? Pull on it to slide out a drawer between the burners and the grate. You can load the drawer with charcoal, wood, or a combination of both. There’s a dedicated burner to light it up, so you don’t have to worry about a charcoal chimney or starter cubes.

Vents in the lid allow complete control over your charcoal or wood-fired cooking session. Take it low and slow or crank up the heat to 1200°F or more. It’s easy to set up for two-zone cooking, too, for the blend of a killer sear and prolonged exposure to delicious smoke.

Thanks to its clever positioning, you can add more wood or charcoal to the drawer as needed with minimal impact on the ambient temperature.

The 506 square-inch main cooking surface is made from heavy-duty stainless steel rods. There’s not a thing wrong with them, but we highly recommend upgrading to the laser-cut ¼” stainless steel grates.

They come in four styles, each with a surface optimized for a specific type of cooking: wide holes for meat, thinner holes for veg, skinny holes for fish, and solid for plancha and griddle-style cooking. The K500 will accommodate two of these grates at a time, allowing you to mix and match and cook an entire meal at once.

As if all that weren’t enough, the K500 also includes a rear infrared burner and a motorized rotisserie. Talk about an all-in-one barbecue!

Please check out this overview video for a few more images and explanation of the technology incorporated into this grill:

Obviously, very few among us can afford a Kalamazoo Gourmet K500 Freestanding Hybrid Fire Grill. However, it’s impossible to imagine ever being disappointed with it if you can.

Not only is it perhaps the hands-down best gas grill on the planet, but it’s also a heck of charcoal and stick-burner grill, smoker, and oven, too. If you decide to place your order, we only ask one thing: invite us over for a demo!

If you’re unfamiliar with Hestan grills, it’s time to get to know them. They make some of the finest super-premium freestanding and built-in grills available, including this big and beautiful unit.

First, the basics: the primary grilling surface is 774 square inches of laser-cut 5/16” stainless steel plates.

They’re flat, so they’re easy to clean, distribute heat evenly, and provide increased contact with your food for better searing.

An ample 282 square-inch warming rack is also provided.

By the way, the Hestan website has the wrong grill dimensions, so you can ignore them; they have the 30” model measurements listed for all three sizes – 30”, 36”, and 42”.

There are four main burners, each rated at 25,000 BTUs. They’re all made from 321 stainless steel, which is exceptionally durable at extreme temperatures. What’s super cool about them is the unique design. Hestan calls them Trellis Burners because they look a bit like trellises for plants. The burners send out flames in all directions and nearly touch one another; say goodbye to hot and cold spots forever.

A fifth, infrared burner is top-mounted at the rear of the grill for use with the included rotisserie.

Beneath the main cooking grate is a series of radiant trays embedded with ceramic briquettes. Not only do they help distribute heat, but they also catch anything dripping from above. This protects the burners, eliminates flare-ups, and converts juices into taste-infused vapors.

Other premium features include a spring-assisted lid that holds wherever you leave it, motion-activated internal halogen lights, LED control panel lighting, and commercial-grade construction all around.

We love all the thoughtful touches like adjustable door hinges to correct gaps induced by uneven terrain, the slide-out propane tank tray, two fold-down side tables, and a pair of drawers for easy-access storage.

Check out an overview from BBQguys on the Hestan range of grills to see more on this luxury grill:

Hestan grills have won numerous awards for design and performance. There is no question; they build among the finest gas grills you will ever see.

If you can swing it, you will enjoy a lifetime of hassle-free grilling on this envy-inducing barbecue.

There really are some exceptional grills. So many that we couldn’t help recommend just a couple more. Here’s another high-end grill that you may wish to consider.

Even if you don’t cook like one, you’ll look like a professional griller with this thing in your yard.

Clean lines and all-stainless steel construction make the Bull Angus Cart look like something out of a commercial kitchen. It looks solid and serious, and we like it.

With four cast-stainless steel propane gas burners spread out over a generous 1,020 square inches of cooking space, there is a ton of room here for everything from a burger for everyone on the team to roasts and poultry slowly cooking.

You’ll set up temperature zones with ease, plus you can pop a bird on the rotisserie and let the dedicated infrared burner cook it to perfection.

We fully expect this grill to last a very long time. It’s made from some of the best stuff there is — 16-gauge, 304 stainless steel. Yes, there are heavier gauges, but we’re not talking about an airplane here. This is very good for this application. Plus, there are two layers of it on the hood for even better heat retention.

Check out the casters, too; these are really heavy-duty and should hold up to plenty of movement.

There are two integrated hooks on each side shelf, and a towel bar on each, as well. Inside the double doors, you find additional storage space for your tools and accessories.

Since the pull-out drip tray is above the storage area, it won’t interfere with storage.

Inside the cook box, twin lights will keep you grilling long into those warm summer evenings, or those way-too-early winter nights.

The Bull Outdoor Products 44001 Angus Cart is an exceptional grill. The burners are second-to-none, and the overall materials and construction are virtually flawless.

There are fewer ‘extra’ features than we might expect on a high-end unit (Bull sells separate side burners and other accessories as part of their lineup of outdoor kitchen products), but it’s so well-made it’s hard to be too upset.

If you value longevity and performance over anything else, your money will be well invested in this particular gas grill.

I’m not sure what makes this grill a “Rogue,” especially given its sleek, refined looks. The combination of stainless steel with dark gray accents is very attractive and easy to maintain. Perhaps it’s a rogue because of the many extra features you get versus a typical gas grill?

There’s a lot packed into this compact grill, including a 14,000 BTU infrared sear station with a cast iron grate in the left-side shelf and a 14,500 BTU infrared rear burner. While you could use the rear burner for many things, its primary purpose is rotisserie cooking with an optional add-on kit.

You’ll also enjoy other upgraded features, like backlit knobs, a folding side shelf, enclosed storage, a condiment rack, and an integrated bottle opener. Cheers to that!

Looking at the core functionality, the Rogue SE 425 RSIB has three main burners producing a combined 36,000 BTU. The main cooking area is 425 square inches of stainless steel wire grates in Napoleon’s signature wave style. There’s a 147-square-inch warming rack, as well, to keep those buns toasty.

Under the grate, you’ll find two levels of stainless steel sear plates, just like on the more expensive Napoleon grills. These tent-like wedges of stainless steel protect the burners from grease and debris and will vaporize most of what hits them. That means more flavor in your food and less crud in your firebox.

The quality of materials and construction is very good. The firebox is cast aluminum, and just about everything else is steel or stainless, including the stainless steel burners. Lighting up has never been simpler than with Napoleon’s Jetfire ignition — a jet of flame leaps out to set the gas ablaze in an instant.

The Napoleon Rogue SE 425 RSIB is a quality upgrade from your everyday gas grills. If you’re in the market for a replacement and want to step up your game — and avoid buying another grill for a long time — it’s well worth the uptick in price.

This barbecue nicely fills the gap between low-cost cookers and premium grills.