What should you consider when choosing a suitable gas grill?
For many, buying a new gas grill can be a challenge not knowing what type of grill would be best for you. We’ve put together some guidelines to help you make the decision.
Density of use, for what purpose is the grill being purchased?
1. The grill is used a couple of times a week throughout the grilling season, from spring to autumn.
Choose a grill with quality materials to make it last for several years of use. Cast aluminium, enamelled steel and stainless steel are long-lasting materials that can withstand well with heavy use of the grill. Powder-coated grill parts are durable and long-lasting for a few years, but with good care they can last longer.
2. The grill is used a few times during the summer.
The materials of the grill are not so important. Powder coated steel
as a material will last for several years when the grill is rarely used.
Charleston stainless steel
Augusta powder coated steel
How many people do you usually need to cook for?
1. 1–3 person: 2 burners or 3 burners
2. 3–4 person: 3 burners or 4 burners
3. 4–6 person: 4 burners, 5 burners or 6 burners
Monterey 2 burners
Connoisseur 4+1 burners
Sapphire 5+2 burners
Palm size
One palm is almost the size of a steak, chop or chicken fillet. Placing the palm next to each other on the grill grate shows how many steaks, chops or chicken fillets can be grilled at once.
This tells you how many people you can cook a hot meal for at once. In other words, how many people the barbecue is generally suitable for.
Budget
1. 200-300 € will get you a good grill for everyday use, which will last for several years in terms of materials.
2. 300-500 € will get you a very good grill, made for made of high quality materials that will last a very long time.
3. 500-800 € will get you a grill that is made of very high quality materials and will last for a very long time. Time has been spent in the design and technical features of the grill. The grill will last a really long time under heavy use.
4. 800-1300 € for a big grill made of really high quality materials. Time has been spent in the design and technical features of the grill. The grill will last a long time under really heavy use.
5. Over €1500 you can get a complete outdoor kitchen for your backyard, a grill with water points and outdoor refrigerators are combined. The grills are generally made entirely of stainless steel. The grill will last a really long time in use.
Please note that the lifespan of a grill is greatly affected by the use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of the grill.
Accessories
When considering your grill budget, it’s worth taking into account, that in addition to the grill, you also need to buy:
- A pressure regulator and a gas hose
- A grill cover to fit the dimensions of the grill
- Grill cleaning brush, cleaning cloths and other cleaning equipment
- Other grilling equipment and accessories
- Possible gas cylinder
Accessories
When considering your grill budget, it’s worth taking into account, that in addition to the grill, you also need to buy:
- A pressure regulator and a gas hose
- A grill cover to fit the dimensions of the grill
- Grill cleaning brush, cleaning cloths and other cleaning equipment
- Other grilling equipment and accessories
- Possible gas cylinder
Grilling area, what do you grill on your grill?
1. For steaks, fillets, sausages and skewers the grilling area can be entirely griddled.
2. If you are also grilling smaller dishes or smash burgers, part of the grilling area can be grilling plate.
3. Multigrill grid is suitable for the versatile cook. Get various Multigrill accessories such as a paella pan, pizza stone or wok pan.
