Grills
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I have cooked on pellet grills, gas, charcoal, and kamado. Each one makes sense for a different type of cook. The quiz below takes 60 seconds and tells you which category fits your setup and how you cook.
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“If I had to give one piece of advice: buy a pellet grill if you want consistent results with minimal effort, and a kamado if you want smoke character and don't mind the learning curve. Gas is fine — it's just not my favourite.”
— Jeff, CookedOutdoors
Grill Guides
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Best Pellet Grill 2026: Traeger vs Weber vs RecTeq
The best pellet grill in 2026: Traeger Pro 780 for reliability, RecTeq RT-700 for value, Weber SmokeFire for smoke flavor. Honest breakdown by price.
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Best Outdoor Grill Under $500
Under $500 you are in gas grill or charcoal territory. The top picks for the best outdoor grill at this price and why pellet grills do not make the list yet.
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Best Pellet Grill for Beginners (Start Here)
The best pellet grill for beginners: what to buy at $400, $600, and $900. Honest breakdown for first-time pellet grill owners who want real results.
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Best Gas Grill 2026: Weber vs Napoleon vs the Budget Options
The best gas grill for most backyards: Weber Spirit E-310. The Genesis and Napoleon if you want to step up. Honest breakdown by real outdoor cooks.
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Best Charcoal Grill 2026: Kettle, Kamado, or Something Else?
The best charcoal grill: Weber Original Kettle for most people, Performer Deluxe if you want the upgrade. Honest comparison at every price in 2026.
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Best Flat Top Grill 2026: Blackstone, Camp Chef, Traeger Flatrock
Blackstone leads the flat top grill market but is not always the right choice. Find the best flat top grills for every outdoor budget and backyard size.
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Best Kamado Grill 2026: Kamado Joe, Big Green Egg, and the Budget Option
The best kamado grill: Kamado Joe Classic III beats the Big Green Egg on value, accessories, and warranty. Honest comparison of every serious option.
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Best Kamado Grill Under $1,000 (2026): Kamado Joe, Weber, Char-Griller
Best kamado grills under $1,000: Kamado Joe Classic III ($899) is the top pick. Full comparison of ceramic vs steel kamados at every price from $299 to $899.
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Best Outdoor Gas Grill Under $300
The best gas grill under $300: Royal Gourmet SG3001 and Char-Broil Performance 3-Burner honestly compared. Clear picks for outdoor grilling on a budget.
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Best Portable Grill
The best portable grill for camping and tailgating in 2026: Weber Traveler vs Coleman RoadTrip vs Cuisinart 300. Honest comparison for every use case.
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Best Built-In Grill (2026): For Outdoor Kitchens
The Bull Outlaw 30-Inch is the best built-in grill for most outdoor kitchens. 304 stainless steel, 4 burners, 60,000 BTU, under $800. Value to premium compared.
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Best Pellet Grill Under $1000 (2026): 5 Honest Picks
The RecTeq RT-700 is the best-built pellet grill under $1,000. Traeger Pro 575 for beginners. Z Grills for budget. Camp Chef SmokePro DLX for ash cleanup.
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Best Gas Grill Under $500 in 2026: Weber Spirit II vs. the Competition
The Weber Spirit II E-210 is the best gas grill under $500 for most backyards. Jeff breaks down the tradeoffs vs Char-Broil and Napoleon at the same price.
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Pit Boss vs Traeger 2026: Which Pellet Grill Is Worth the Money?
Traeger Pro 575 vs Pit Boss 700FB: the honest breakdown on temperature control, app reliability, pellet costs, and long-term ownership at $400-600.
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Kamado Joe vs Big Green Egg 2026: The $1,500 Decision
Kamado Joe Classic III vs Big Green Egg Large: Jeff owns both. The honest breakdown on value, features, and the real total cost that BGE never advertises.
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Best Gas Grill Under $1,000 (2026): 5 Picks That Will Last
The Weber Genesis E-325S is the best gas grill under $1,000. Best sear zone in class with a bulletproof build. Spirit II E-310 at $499 for the budget pick.
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Best Pellet Grill Under $500 (2026): 5 Budget Picks That Actually Smoke
The Pit Boss 700FB is the best pellet grill under $500: 743 sq in, flame broiler, 21 lb hopper. Z Grills ZPG-450A at $329 for budget entry into wood smoke.
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Best Flat Top Grill Under $500 (2026): 6 Griddles That Actually Deliver
The Blackstone 36-Inch 4-Burner is the best flat top grill under $500 for most people. Camp Chef Flat Top 600 for the enthusiast pick. 6 griddles compared.
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