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Napoleon Terrace SE325 – $ 499 (including cart)

Pros: Napoleon quality in a minified package that’s perfect for small spaces; 2x 13,500-BTU burners; 325 sq. in. main cooking area, 435 sq. in. total; cast iron grates hold heat, and porcelain coating makes for easy cleanup; side tables fold down to minimize storage space.
Cons: due to small size, not as powerful or versatile as bigger grills; LP only; some accessories must be bought separately (cover, tank, rotisserie).
Overall: if you need a quality grill for a small space, this is the one. Napoleon has an excellent reputation, and this well-crafted “little wonder” is no exception.

Saber SS 500 3-Burner – $ 1,400

Pros: AISI 304 stainless steel construction; burner + infrared emitter design excludes the possibility of flare-ups; 3 separate independent cooking zones with independent electronic ignition and individual temperature gauges; 24,000-BTU main cooking area + 18,000-BTU side burner; 675 square inches total cooking area.
Cons: bottom cart panels are somewhat flimsy; sold only through specialty retailers.
Overall: expensive but well worth it, easy to use, flexible arrangement and plenty of power.

Solaire Portable Go-Anywhere SOL-IR17B – $ 329.00

Pros: stainless steel construction; mounting options including RV & boat; LP fuel with NG conversion option; less than 20 lbs and compact size (21” wide x 13” deep x 12” high); uses 1-lb propane tank; 14,000-BTU main burner.
Cons: pretty expensive for a small portable grill; smallish cooking space – 155 sq. in.
Overall: when space is at a premium, such as in an RV, boat, or city apartment, and money is not an object, this grill is a great choice.

Weber Summit S-420 – $ 1,150.00 to $ 1,500.00

Pros: lighted handle for nighttime cooking, 538 square inches of primary cooking space, 48,000 BTU’s, stainless-steel bars, LED tank scale, excellent build quality & customer support.
Cons: no infrared, relatively wide & heavy (66” wide and 250+ lbs).
Overall: excellent all-around grill from a company with a great reputation.

Weber Genesis E-330 – $ 799.00

Pros: 10,000-BTU “sear station” for locking in the juices; side burner for more versatility; LP or NG fuel options; solid construction and excellent customer support; 10-year warranty on burners, and 2 years on most other parts.
Cons: 38,000 BTU total power is subpar for a grill of this size; 507 square inches of total cooking area is average.
Overall: rear and side burners make up for low power of main cooking area. If you prefer reliability and versatility over sheer power, this is the midrange grill for you.

Weber Spirit E-320 – $ 549.00

Pros: porcelain-coated grates for longer life.
Cons: slightly underpowered – 36,000 BTU’s, relatively small cooking area –  424 square inches.
Overall: yes, this is the 3rd Weber grill in this lineup. What can we say? Weber’s been making cooking equipment since 1952, and that kind of experience makes for great products. The E-320 is a simple, reliable grill for small parties, and the porcelain-coated steel housing & grates should last a long time.

Broil King Sovereign 90 987744 LP – $ 850.00

Pros: includes motorized rotisserie kit; rear burner; lid-covered side burner; lightweight but sturdy stainless-steel construction; 72,000 BTU’s of power; large warming rack;
Cons: primary cooking area is relatively small – 450 square inches.
Overall: versatile and roomy; rotisserie and large warming rack; only 150 lbs.

Broil King Monarch 40 934664 LP – $ 435.00

Pros: cast-iron grate for heat retention & sear marks; lightweight (95 lbs); small and portable;
Cons: LP only (no NG option); relatively small cooking area (350 square inches); 35,000 BTU’s is slightly underpowered.
Overall: best option for small parties or small spaces.

Char-Broil Commercial 500 463244011 – $ 250.00

Pros: powerful for its size – 50,000 BTU’s; LP or NG fuel; large cooking area – 500 square inches; limited lifetime warranty on burners; cast-iron grates for heat retention; stainless-steel lid.
Cons: no separate rear burner.
Overall: if you don’t need fancy options like rotisserie and separate burners, this “no-frill grill” offers a surprising amount of power and space for its size & price.

Char-Broil Commercial 500 BBQ Gas Grill

Ducane Affinity 4100 – $ 529.00

Pros: stainless-steel construction; 2 side shelves; 48,000 BTU total power; 693 square inches of total cooking area; LP or NG fuel options; stainless-steel cooking grate.
Cons: no side burner, power is average for its size/price; less than impressive website support.
Overall: only 4 burners, but gets the job done. If you need something simple and easy to use, with high quality, for under 600 bucks – this is the grill for you.

Ducane Affinity 4100 BBQ Gas Grill

Master Forge Split-Lid SH3118B – $ 329.00

Pros: sear burner with separate lid; 49,000 BTU is relatively high power, and 535 square inches of cooking space is plenty for its size & price; LP fuel with NG conversion option.
Cons: steel grill is not rust-resistant; customer support is unimpressive; sold only at Lowe’s.
Overall: sear burner can be used separately without firing up the entire grill, offering a way to cook a quick meal while saving fuel. Construction quality is OK, not as good as most of the other grills in our lineup, but it  offers plenty of power & space for its size. Best choice for the sub-$400 category.

Master Forge Split-Lid BBQ Gas Grill

Napoleon Mirage M485RSIB – $ 1,050.00

Pros: infrared rear & side burners for more versatility; 74,000 BTU’s total, stainless-steel.
Cons: main cooking area is relatively small for its class – 485 sq. inches.
Overall: good power, solid construction, flexible cooking surfaces. Rotisserie add-on option.

Napoleon Mirage M485RSIB BBQ Gas Grill