What To Look For
People use propane grills because they find them easy to use for cooking. Look for grills that offer several cooking surfaces, easy-to-clean grills and a place to store cooked food. Grills with a temperature gauge are even easier to use.
Bobby's Best, a product review website, recommends the Weber Genesis E-310 Gas Grill as one of the best propane grills. This grill comes with three burners and a cabinet to store the propane tank. It's easy to clean and has a shelf for storing prepared or raw foods waiting to be cooked.
Consumer Search, another product review website, recommends the Brinkmann 810-8411-5 and the Weber Spirit E-310 as some of the best performing propane grills.
Common Pitfalls
There are a few problems with some propane grills. Some people don't like the flavor that a propane grill produces. Items grilled on a propane grill don't have a charcoal or woody flavor that some people like better. Most propane grills must be filled at an external location, which can be annoying if you don't pay attention to when the gas is running low. Another problem with propane grills is that they tend to be more expensive than charcoal or wood grills.
Where To Buy
The best places to find high quality propane grills are at home improvement, hardware, propane or home supply stores. The best time to buy is in late spring or early summer. Most stores offer their biggest selections then. However, it's possible to find discounts on the current year's model after season. Discount department stores carry some of the less expensive brands. Even some grocery stores may offer a selection.
Cost
Propane grills can vary greatly in price. In general, mosts models that cost less than $200 are not worth buying as they're unlikely to last for more than a few grilling seasons. Some models can cost upwards of $5,000, but these are impractical for most people's budgets. Ideally, a grill that costs between $500 and $1,000 should perform well enough for home use. The Weber Genesis E-310 Gas Grill costs at least $600. The Brinkmann 810-8411-5 costs about $200. The Weber Spirit E-310 costs about $400 to $500. At the end of the season, it may be possible to find top brands for less.
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