
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
Top-Rated Grills
Ranked by our expert score, highest first. Filter by grill type below.
Charcoal★ 4.8/5Weber Smokey Mountain 18-Inch Smoker Review 2026
$409–$429Weber 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.
Gas★ 4.8/5Weber Genesis E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?
$949–$999Weber 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.
Gas★ 4.7/5Napoleon TravelQ PRO285X Review 2026: Worth It?
$432–$482Napoleon TravelQ PRO285X review: this 285 sq in portable gas grill costs $432–$482. Tested through 8 real cooks at tailgates and campsites — verdict inside.
Pellet★ 4.7/5Traeger Ironwood 885 Review 2026: Worth It?
$1,000–$1,400Traeger 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.
Kamado★ 4.7/5Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II Review 2026
$1,350–$1,450Kamado 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.
Pellet★ 4.7/5Traeger Woodridge Review 2026: Worth It?
$869–$899Traeger 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.
Charcoal★ 4.7/5Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill 22-Inch
$147–$157Weber 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.
Natural Gas★ 4.6/5Broil King Regal S 420 Pro Review 2026: Worth It?
$1,349–$1,369Broil King Regal S 420 Pro review: natural gas 4-burner grill, $1,349–$1,369. 40+ hours tested — full verdict inside.
Pellet★ 4.6/5Traeger Woodridge Pro Review 2026: Worth It?
$1,145–$1,155Traeger Woodridge Pro review: this 970 sq in WiFi pellet grill costs $1,145–$1,155. Tested through 8 real smokes — full verdict inside.
Pellet★ 4.6/5Pit Boss 850 Navigator Series Review 2026
$785–$825Pit 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.
Flat Top★ 4.6/5Blackstone Original 36-Inch Griddle Review 2026
$536–$636Blackstone 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.
Gas★ 4.6/5Weber Spirit E-325 Review 2026: Worth It?
$499–$529Weber 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.
Gas★ 4.5/5Char-Broil Pro Series 4-Burner Review 2026: Worth It?
$629–$669Char-Broil Pro Series review: this 4-burner infrared gas grill with side burner costs $629–$669. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.
Charcoal★ 4.5/5Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 Review 2026
$899–$999Masterbuilt 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.
Electric★ 4.5/5Weber Lumin Portable Electric Grill Review 2026
$389–$399Weber Lumin Portable Electric Grill review: this weather-rated 190 sq in outdoor electric grill costs $389–$399. Tested through 8 real cooks — verdict.
Kamado★ 4.5/5Kamado Joe Classic Joe I Premium Review 2026
$899–$999Kamado 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.
Portable★ 4.5/5Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch Grill Review 2026
$54–$84Weber 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.
Pellet★ 4.5/5Traeger Pro 34 Pellet Grill Review 2026
$559–$579Traeger 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.
Electric★ 4.4/5Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Review 2026
$269–$299Ninja 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.
Portable★ 4.4/5Blackstone 2364 Camping Griddle Review 2026
$179–$199Blackstone 2364 12x14 Camping Griddle review: this portable griddle with a side burner costs $179–$199. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.
Gas★ 4.4/5Pit Boss 3-Series Vertical Gas Smoker Review 2026
$339–$399Pit 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.
Gas★ 4.4/5Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Review 2026
$1,199–$1,299Ninja 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.
Electric★ 4.3/5Masterbuilt 40-Inch Electric Smoker Review 2026
$349–$399Masterbuilt 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.
Pellet★ 4.3/5Pit Boss 150 Pellet Grill Review 2026: Worth It?
$295–$329Pit 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.
Portable★ 4.3/5Cuisinart Portable Propane Grill Review 2026
$214–$234Cuisinart 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.
Electric★ 4.2/5Ninja Sizzle Indoor Grill & Griddle Review 2026
$120–$150Ninja 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.
Charcoal★ 4.2/5Royal Gourmet CC1830S Offset Smoker Review 2026
$143–$153Royal Gourmet CC1830S review: this 823 sq in charcoal grill and offset smoker delivers real smoke flavor for $143–$153. Tested through 8 cooks — verdict.
Portable★ 4.1/5Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Grill Review 2026
$114–$149Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Portable Gas Grill review: this compact 150 sq in propane grill costs $114–$149. Tested through 8 real cooks — full verdict inside.
Charcoal★ 4.1/5Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill Review 2026
$99–$119Char-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.
Portable★ 4/5Megamaster Tabletop 1-Burner Grill Review 2026
$69–$99Megamaster 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.
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How We Select Our Best Picks
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