Mounted on wheeled carts, freestanding grills combine full-size grilling performance with the flexibility of a movable grill. Browse by burner count, then compare cooking surface, burner design, heat distribution, and features to find the right grill for the way you cook.
Burner count is one way to browse our selection, but it does not determine the size, heat output, or cooking performance of a grill. Burner designs and cooking surfaces vary significantly by manufacturer.
Start with the cooking surface you need and how you typically cook and entertain. Then compare burner design, heat distribution, construction, infrared searing, rotisserie systems, cart features, and replacement part availability.
Do not judge grill performance by burner count or BTU output alone. A grill with fewer large U-shaped burners may provide better heat coverage and cooking performance than a grill using a greater number of smaller tube burners.
A freestanding gas grill is mounted on a wheeled cart rather than permanently installed in an outdoor kitchen island. It provides the grill and cart in one movable unit.
No. Burner count alone does not determine heat output or cooking performance. Burner designs vary by manufacturer. A grill with three large U-shaped burners may provide broader heat coverage and stronger cooking performance than a grill with five or six smaller tube burners.
Many freestanding grills are available in either natural gas or liquid propane. The fuel types are not interchangeable unless the manufacturer specifically approves a conversion and provides the proper components.
Yes. Premium grill manufacturers use the same grill head for their built-in and freestanding models, so the core cooking performance is the same. Features and available configurations may vary by model.
Sometimes. Depending on the grill and cart design, the side shelves may be removed and the grill may remain on its cart, or the grill head may be removed from the cart and installed as a built-in. Always check the manufacturer's requirements before modifying or building around the grill, as ventilation, clearances, access, and combustible construction requirements still apply.
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