Gas Grills to Look for at End-of-Season Grill Sales
Even though gas grills make it easy to fire up well past summer, you’ll see gas grill sales going on now through September. “Retailers are making room for other seasonal merchandise in many areas. Online grill sales are good, too, as retailers need to free up warehouse space,” says Mark Allwood, a senior market analyst for Consumer Reports.
So before the leaf blowers and snow blowers replace the grills, here are some models that were impressive in Consumer Reports’ tests—and several grills to pass on.
The gas grills that make our recommended list must be high-performing and also have a lower rate of repair. We call it brand reliability, for you it’s a glimpse into the future. Consider the recommended gas grills, but also look beyond them for a good grill at a price that’s right for you, keeping brand reliability in mind. And find out what nearly 7,000 people had to say about their brand’s performance, durability, ease of cleaning, and more in Top Gas Grill Brands.
Gas Grills to Consider
Gas Grills for Less Than $300
Portable, small, and midsized grills that get the job done without the fancy features can be yours for under $300.
Small (18 burgers or less): Huntington 630124, Broil-Mate 165154, and Huntington 665154
Midsized (18 to 28 burgers): Nexgrill 720-0830H, Backyard Grill BY16-101-003-05, and Char-Broil 463433016
For more choices read, Good, Cheap Gas Grills for Less Than $300.
Gas Grills Between $450 and $1,000
At these prices construction tends to sturdier than the cheaper grills and the burner warranty is usually 10 years or longer.
Small: Weber Spirit E-220 46310001 and Napoleon Terrace SE325PK
Midsized: Weber Spirit SP-320 46700401 and Weber Genesis S-330
Large (28 burgers or more): KitchenAid 720-0893 and KitchenAid 720-0856
For more options, read Best Gas Grills Between $450 and $1,000.
Gas Grills for $1,000 and More
Spending over $1,000 will buy you an eye-catching grill. Construction should be superior, and features may include rotisserie burners with a motorized spit and a pullout tray that makes switching the propane tank easier.
Midsized Grills: Napoleon Legend LA400 Series LA400RSIBPSS and Napoleon Mirage M485RSIB
Large Grills: Napoleon Prestige Pro 665RSIB, Napoleon Mirage M730RSBIPSS, and Weber Summit E-670
For more good choices read, High-End Grills That are Worth the Splurge.
Gas Grills to Skip
Some grills aren't a good deal even at a reduced price during grill sales. These grills scored 40 or lower out of 100 in our gas grill tests. Some took too long to reach their maximum temperature when preheating; heat was uneven across the grill surface; indirect cooking wasn’t so hot, or the grill didn’t have a wide temperature range for cooking a variety of foods.
Portable gas grill: North American Outdoors BB12919G
Small gas grills: Cadac Stratos 98700-23-01 and Capt’n Cook CC-3B
Midsized gas grills: Member’s Mark 720-0778C, Master Forge Island Grill BG179A, BHG Island Grill 60209-190, Fervor Icon 350S, and NXR Stainless 7-Burner 780-0832C .
We found gas grill sales at Home Depot, Lowe's, and Sears, among other retailers. Before you shop, check our gas grill ratings and our gas grill buying guide to help you decide.
Email your questions about grills to me at kjaneway@consumer.org.
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