With so many companies producing the portable grill it can be daunting for people when looking to buy one, here you will find our reviews to help you make that decision.
There are three things you should take into account before you buy a grill, the first is the fuel source you want to use when cooking.
You can choose from charcoal, propane, and wood, the charcoal grills tend to be very popular with people having outdoor BBQ's at home in there garden.
Probably one of the most popular types is the Weber grills, this company produce high quality grills at affordable prices and feature highly in these reviews.
They always seem to get good customer feedback about the grills and their customer service, although these grills can be a little bit pricier than other makes, the quality you get is worth the extra cost.
One thing you should consider when looking through our portable grill reviews is how many people you intend to cook for, knowing this information helps you decide on how big you need the grill to be.
Always make sure your grill is big enough for the number of people you are going to cook for, if it is too small it can be a pain trying to serve too many people.
If it is a standard size you are after, then the two main fuel sources to look at are charcoal and propane, there is a vast amount of different grills to choose from so read through these portable grill reviews and you will almost certainly find one that will suit your needs and fit your budget.
Below we have listed a good selection of the different types of portable grill, and by scrolling down you will also find our portable grill reviews of each grill.
This will help you make a decision on which one would be best for you, you can also find customer reviews from the buy here button to help you make your mind up on the best type for you.
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Char-Broil 08401504 Grill2Go ICE Portable Gas Grill
The first in our portable grill reviews is the char broil portable gas grill, this has been designed specifically for people who like to bbq in many different locations, it is fitted with two wheels that are extremely durable and a locking mechanism that makes it very easy to transport to various locations.
This means this portable grill can be used at the beach, tailgating parties, camping trips, or even for the backyard grilling parties you have organized.
The grill is very simple to set up on site and for this reason alone features at the top of our portable grill reviews, the first thing to do is lower the handle and make sure you extend the grill up to its full height, then slide on the space saving side shelves and connect the regulator valve to your gas cylinder.
This gas cylinder needs to be a 1 pound lp type, which will provide hours of cooking time due to the patented ifrared cooking system, this system reduces the cooking time on the grill and uses up to a 1/3 less gas than other types of gas grills.
Just because this grill cooks food extremely quickly does not mean you will lose any flavour from the food items, this grill can produce excellent mouthwatering results every time you use it.
The cost of this portable grill is around $139 which could be classed as the middle price range for portable grills, this price does not alter the cooking abilities of this grill, it performs just as well as the more expensive models on offer but might not have the same amount of accessories included.
This grill is a high quality grill and we feel it deserves to be at the top of our portable grill reviews.
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Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet Portable Gas Grill with VersaStand
This high perfomance cuisinart gas grill is perfect for camping, beach parties or any sort of outdoor activities, the unit is very compact yet still has a cooking grate that is capable of cooking 8 hamburgers, or 8 steaks, 10 chicken breasts, or even 4lb of fish. This is a sizeable cooking area for such a compact style of grill, and the main reason it features near the top of our portable grill reviews.
Being compact means the transportation of the grill is extremely easy for any family vacation or outdoor grilling party, it has telescopic legs that you can adjust to the height you require when cooking.
The grill builds its heat up very quickly and uses a lot less gas than the larger versions of the portable grill, and having telescopic legs means you can use it anywhere outdoors or as a table top grill if you so wish.
Fitted with a spill resistant drip tray and a user freindly carry handle makes the cuisinart gourmet portable gas grill very easy to move around, this grill has been a firm favourite with campers and families for a while now and has gained a reputation for being an easy to use and durable portable grill.
The cost of the cuisinart portable grill is around $139 very similar to the char broil grill, in fact there is nothing to choose between them so the choice is yours as to which grill would best suit your grilling needs.
Another quality grill that makes it into second place in our portable grill reviews.
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Weber 121020 Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill
This weber go anywhere grill is one of the lightest grills we could find when carrying out our portable grill reviews, you can simply lock the lid using the pivoting legs and carry this grill around with one hand.
This makes this grill ideal for go anywhere parties whether camping or tailgating, this grill incorperates lid hangers giving you the ability to sheild your food from strong winds or blowing sand when on the beach.
It also has a surprisingly large grilling area for such a compact unit, grilling four medium steaks at any one time is not a problem for this user freindly portable grill.
Weber are well known for producing top quality grills around the world today, and this go anywhere version is no different, with its porcelain enameled steel lid and cooking box means this grill is built to last, and features highly in our portable grill reviews.
The cost of a weber go anywhere portable grill is around $50, which considering the reliable build this compact grill has is a reasonable price. With there reputation for durability and ease of use the weber portable grills should be ones you consider when looking through our portable grill reviews.
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Coleman 9949-750 Road Trip Grill LXE, Red
The coleman road trip grill is a full size grill that uses colapsable legs for easy transportation, this is one of the larger grills we talk about in these portable grill reviews.
It has a cooking area of around 285 square inches ideal for beach parties or patio bbq's, with its two 10,000 btu burners makes cooking meals evenly a breeze.
This grill is much more adjustable in the cooking area than previous grills mentioned in these portable grill reviews, you have the capability of adjusting each burner to the required heat you need for cooking different foods at the same time.
This means great flexibility when preparing food outdoors, as some foods need cooking at different rates then this option is the way to solve the problem.
The cost of the coleman road trip propane grill is around $155, one of the more costly grills we feature in these portable grill reviews. Do not let the price put you off this grill, coleman produce quality products at affordable prices and this is a good choice if you are searching for a value for money grill.
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Cuisinart GrateLifter Portable Charcoal Grill
Another cuisinart portable grill featured in our portable grill reviews only this time this is the charcoal version, this cuisinart charcoal grill called the "grate lifter" features a system that allows you to lift the cooking plate and gain access to the burning charcoal without having to touch the hot cooking grate.
Once you engage the lift mechanism the grate actually lifts up when you open the lid, this is ideal for lighting the charcoal when starting your grill or even adding extra charcoal briquetes to extend your cooking time.
Other features included with this portable grill are a sturdy table stand and a porcelain covered enamel lid, with a family sized cooking area and a airflow system that controls the temperature when cooking make this a grill you might want to consider when looking through our portable grill reviews.
The cost is again is very reasonable for such a quality grill, you can get them for around $109 which considering what you get is definitely value for money, and for this reason it features in our portable grill reviews.
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Weber 10020 Smokey Joe Silver Charcoal Grill, Black
This is one of weber's classic traveling grills and deserves to be in these portable grill reviews, the smokey joe charcoal grill is ideal for tailgating parties, camping trips, and any sort of outdoor cooking.
This grill has a cooking grate that is 14.1/2" in diameter cetainly capable of cooking three steaks or even six burgers at any given time, this is a high quality grill that comes with durability and reliability that is associated with a top manufacturer like weber.
The cost for one these quality grills is around $36 which is a very reasonable price for a weber portable grill and is one of the cheapest featured in these portable grill reviews, but remember you still get quality no matter what you pay when you purchase a weber portable grill.
And as a bonus weber give you a 30 page grill owners guide that includes some great cooking tips and fantastic recipes, these recipes go from bratwurst to pork chops right through to cornish hens.
For the price alone this is one grill we could not leave out of our portable grill reviews.
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Weber 386002 Q 100 Portable Gas Grill
This is another weber portable grill we thought deserved to be in our portable grill reviews, the weber Q100 is probably one the more popular styles of portable grill that weber sells.
This grill is built from glass re-inforced nylon and has a cast aluminum lid and body, it also includes a porcelain enamel iron cooking grate and grills your food by way of a 14.1 ounce propane cylinder.
With its easy to use push button ignition and adjustable burner make this one of the better propane gas grills on the market today, the grill has a very large 189 square inch cooking area for such a compact design, and produces 8.500 btu per hour input through a stainless steel tubular burner.
The cost is around $150 and for this you not only get a top quality
portable grill you also get the weber Q recipe book and a 5 year limited warranty for piece of mind when buying.
This does seem to be a very popular style of grill from the weber range of grills, with its silver colour and futuristic looks make it one you should consider before purchasing your portable grill.
We hope you have found these portable grill reviews to be very helpful and that you enjoy outdoor grilling for years to come with your new portable grill.
