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Best Grills of 2026

Expert-curated grill and smoker picks from hands-on testing — every category ranked, filterable below.

Last updated: 2026 · 30 grills tested

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Weber Smokey Mountain 18-Inch Smoker Review 2026Charcoal4.8/5

Weber Smokey Mountain 18-Inch Smoker Review 2026

$409–$429
4.8

Weber Smokey Mountain 18-Inch review: this 481 sq in dedicated charcoal smoker holds steady low temps for $409–$429. Tested through 8 real smokes — verdict.

Charcoal
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Weber Genesis E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?Gas4.8/5

Weber Genesis E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?

$949–$999
4.8

Weber Genesis E-325 review: this 641 sq in gas grill with GS4 tech and a 12-year warranty runs $949–$999. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict inside.

Propane
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Napoleon TravelQ PRO285X Review 2026: Worth It?Gas4.7/5

Napoleon TravelQ PRO285X Review 2026: Worth It?

$432–$482
4.7

Napoleon TravelQ PRO285X review: this 285 sq in portable gas grill costs $432–$482. Tested through 8 real cooks at tailgates and campsites — verdict inside.

Propane / Natural Gas
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Traeger Ironwood 885 Review 2026: Worth It?Pellet4.7/5

Traeger Ironwood 885 Review 2026: Worth It?

$1,000–$1,400
4.7

Traeger Ironwood 885 review: this 885 sq in WiFi pellet grill and smoker costs $1,000–$1,400. Tested through 8 real smoke sessions — full verdict inside.

Wood Pellets
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Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II Review 2026Kamado4.7/5

Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II Review 2026

$1,350–$1,450
4.7

Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II review: this 18-inch ceramic grill and smoker hits 750°F+ for $1,350–$1,450. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict.

Charcoal
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Traeger Woodridge Review 2026: Worth It?Pellet4.7/5

Traeger Woodridge Review 2026: Worth It?

$869–$899
4.7

Traeger Woodridge review: this 860 sq in WiFi-connected pellet smoker hits 500°F for $869–$899. Tested through 8 real smoke sessions — full verdict inside.

Wood Pellets
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Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill 22-InchCharcoal4.7/5

Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill 22-Inch

$147–$157
4.7

Weber Original Kettle 22-Inch review: this classic charcoal grill delivers 363 sq in and One-Touch cleaning for $147–$157. Tested through 8 cooks — verdict.

Charcoal
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Broil King Regal S 420 Pro Review 2026: Worth It?Natural Gas4.6/5

Broil King Regal S 420 Pro Review 2026: Worth It?

$1,349–$1,369
4.6

Broil King Regal S 420 Pro review: natural gas 4-burner grill, $1,349–$1,369. 40+ hours tested — full verdict inside.

Natural Gas (Line Connection Required)
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Traeger Woodridge Pro Review 2026: Worth It?Pellet4.6/5

Traeger Woodridge Pro Review 2026: Worth It?

$1,145–$1,155
4.6

Traeger Woodridge Pro review: this 970 sq in WiFi pellet grill costs $1,145–$1,155. Tested through 8 real smokes — full verdict inside.

Wood Pellets
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Pit Boss 850 Navigator Series Review 2026Pellet4.6/5

Pit Boss 850 Navigator Series Review 2026

$785–$825
4.6

Pit Boss 850 Navigator Series review: this 932 sq in WiFi & Bluetooth pellet grill with Flame Broiler costs $785–$825. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.

Wood Pellets
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Blackstone Original 36-Inch Griddle Review 2026Flat Top4.6/5

Blackstone Original 36-Inch Griddle Review 2026

$536–$636
4.6

Blackstone Original 36-Inch Griddle review: this 768 sq in flat top griddle hits 60,000 BTU for $536–$636. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict inside.

Propane
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Weber Spirit E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?Gas4.6/5

Weber Spirit E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?

$499–$529
4.6

Weber Spirit E-325 review: this 3-burner propane grill's Sear Zone delivers steakhouse marks for $499–$529. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict inside.

Propane
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Char-Broil Pro Series 4-Burner Review 2026: Worth It?Gas4.5/5

Char-Broil Pro Series 4-Burner Review 2026: Worth It?

$629–$669
4.5

Char-Broil Pro Series review: this 4-burner infrared gas grill with side burner costs $629–$669. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.

Propane
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Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 Review 2026Charcoal4.5/5

Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 Review 2026

$899–$999
4.5

Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 review: this 1050 sq in digital charcoal grill and smoker with a free app costs $899–$999. Tested through 8 cooks — verdict.

Charcoal
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Weber Lumin Portable Electric Grill Review 2026Electric4.5/5

Weber Lumin Portable Electric Grill Review 2026

$389–$399
4.5

Weber Lumin Portable Electric Grill review: this weather-rated 190 sq in outdoor electric grill costs $389–$399. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.

Electric
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Kamado Joe Classic Joe I Premium Review 2026Kamado4.5/5

Kamado Joe Classic Joe I Premium Review 2026

$899–$999
4.5

Kamado Joe Classic Joe I Premium review: this ceramic grill and smoker hits 750°F+ for $899–$999. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.

Charcoal
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Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch Grill Review 2026Portable4.5/5

Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch Grill Review 2026

$54–$84
4.5

Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch review: this 147 sq in portable charcoal grill weighs under 10 lbs and costs $54–$84. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict.

Charcoal
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Traeger Pro 34 Pellet Grill Review 2026Pellet4.5/5

Traeger Pro 34 Pellet Grill Review 2026

$559–$579
4.5

Traeger Pro 34 review: this 884 sq in pellet grill hits 450°F with an 18 lb hopper for $559–$579. Tested through 8 real smoke sessions — verdict inside.

Wood Pellets
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Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Review 2026Electric4.4/5

Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Review 2026

$269–$299
4.4

Ninja Foodi Smart XL FG551 review: this indoor grill & air fryer hits 500°F with a smart thermometer for $269–$299. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.

Electric
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Blackstone 2364 Camping Griddle Review 2026Portable4.4/5

Blackstone 2364 Camping Griddle Review 2026

$179–$199
4.4

Blackstone 2364 12x14 Camping Griddle review: this portable griddle with a side burner costs $179–$199. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.

Propane
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Pit Boss 3-Series Vertical Gas Smoker Review 2026Gas4.4/5

Pit Boss 3-Series Vertical Gas Smoker Review 2026

$339–$399
4.4

Pit Boss 3-Series Vertical Gas Smoker (Red Hammertone, model 10773) review: this 1,097 sq in propane smoker holds 100-350°F for $339–$399. Full verdict.

Propane
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Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Review 2026Gas4.4/5

Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Review 2026

$1,199–$1,299
4.4

Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect review: this 5-in-1 WiFi-connected smart grill and smoker hits 600°F for $1,199–$1,299. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.

Propane
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Masterbuilt 40-Inch Electric Smoker Review 2026Electric4.3/5

Masterbuilt 40-Inch Electric Smoker Review 2026

$349–$399
4.3

Masterbuilt 40-Inch Digital Electric Smoker review: this 975 sq in unit holds 100-275°F with a built-in meat probe for $349–$399. Tested through 8 smokes.

Electric
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Pit Boss 150 Pellet Grill Review 2026: Worth It?Pellet4.3/5

Pit Boss 150 Pellet Grill Review 2026: Worth It?

$295–$329
4.3

Pit Boss 150 review: this compact 150 sq in wood pellet grill with Flame Broiler searing hits 500°F for $295–$329. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.

Wood Pellets
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Cuisinart Portable Propane Grill Review 2026Portable4.3/5

Cuisinart Portable Propane Grill Review 2026

$214–$234
4.3

Cuisinart Portable Propane Grill review: this 275 sq in tabletop grill hits 20,000 BTU for $214–$234. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.

Propane
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Ninja Sizzle Indoor Grill & Griddle Review 2026Electric4.2/5

Ninja Sizzle Indoor Grill & Griddle Review 2026

$120–$150
4.2

Ninja Sizzle GR101 review: this 14-inch indoor grill and griddle hits 500°F for $120–$150. Tested through 8 real cooks, indoors — full verdict inside.

Electric
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Royal Gourmet CC1830S Offset Smoker Review 2026Charcoal4.2/5

Royal Gourmet CC1830S Offset Smoker Review 2026

$143–$153
4.2

Royal Gourmet CC1830S review: this 823 sq in charcoal grill and offset smoker delivers real smoke flavor for $143–$153. Tested through 8 cooks — verdict.

Charcoal
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Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Grill Review 2026Portable4.1/5

Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Grill Review 2026

$114–$149
4.1

Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Portable Gas Grill review: this compact 150 sq in propane grill costs $114–$149. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.

Propane
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Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill Review 2026Charcoal4.1/5

Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill Review 2026

$99–$119
4.1

Char-Griller Patio Pro review: this 250 sq in charcoal grill and smoker with a side firebox costs $99–$119. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict.

Charcoal
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Megamaster Tabletop 1-Burner Grill Review 2026Portable4/5

Megamaster Tabletop 1-Burner Grill Review 2026

$69–$99
4.0

Megamaster Tabletop 1-Burner Grill review: this 215 sq in propane grill weighs under 12 lbs and costs $69–$99. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict.

Propane
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