Which BBQ grills are the best bang for your buck
If you're in the market for a new BBQ grill, but want to make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck, BBQ Depot is here to help.
We realize that inflation has had a significant impact on most people today, but when comes to buying a grill, you want to think of it as a long-term investment as opposed to a luxury splurge.
You'd be surprised to see how far your budget can go— luxury grilling features are now available at accessible price points. A
Buying a quality grill once is smarter than replacing a cheap one every few years. That's real savings. As experts in the business for 68 years, we've been helping customers make the right call without overpaying.
If you're searching for the best BBQ grill brands, look no further. This guide highlights luxury grill brands that offer the best value, at accessible price points. We've hand selected the best built in and freestanding grill options to help you select a grill that fits your needs, wants and budget.
Top Luxury Grills that Offer the Best Value
Artisan by Alfresco
Artisan grills, created by luxury grill brand Alfresco, offers affordable, high-quality products that are among the
Artisan grills are constructed from high-quality stainless steel and made in the USA. Artisan offers four grill sizes for both their built-in and freestanding models: 26-inch, 32-inch, 36-inch, and 42-inch. They offer two exceptional lines of grills that offer a lot of bang for your buck: the Professional Line and the American Eagle Line.
The Professional Line comes with a slightly higher price tag, but with good reason. Artisan Professional grills come with the American Eagle features listed below but include upgraded features like:
- 110v electric ignition
- Interior halogen work light
- Rotisserie back burner
The American Eagle Line starts at a lower price point. The best built-in grill from Artisan is the American Eagle 36-inch Built-In. This grill offers tons of cooking space despite its average size. It's also available with a rotisserie kit for those who want versatility.
Standout Features:
- Stainless steel U-burners with 20,000 BTUs per burner
- 9 volt Battery operated ignition
- Two-position warming rack
- Hood assist
- Add an optional Sear Zone and Rotisserie kit
For the quality, this built-in grill is an unbeatable price.
The best freestanding grill from Artisan is the American Eagle 32-inch Freestanding. This sleek, durable model is anything but basic. Despite its compact size, it's efficient, offering quite a bit of grilling space. The cart, the grill, and the racks are made from solid stainless steel, and is designed to withstand the elements. The freestanding model includes all the same features as the American Eagle 36" built-in grill but contains a cart design that is functional and visually appealing.
Delta Heat by Twin Eagles
Delta Heat grills are a fan favorite among BBQ Depot customers, and we know exactly why. Delta Heat offers some of the most innovative, visually appealing products on the market, easily landing them on the best BBQ grill brand roundup.
Delta Heat is designed and manufactured by luxury grill brand Twin Eagles, and its grills offer all the bells and whistles of
Delta Heat grills represent a wide price range depending on size and burner configuration. All sizes (26", 32" 38") are offered 3 ways:
- The G is the standard grill with has 3 Blueflame Burners and no Rotisserie back burner.
- The R adds a rotisserie back burner.
- The RS which has 2 U Burners and includes both a Sear Zone and a Rotisserie back burner. These prefix will always follow the model size.
The beauty of the Delta Heat is you can add a Sear Burner with the DHSZ-Kit at anytime, which can also be switched out for a regular U-burner to provide even more surface area. Not sure which set-up to choose, we offer a convenient 4-piece appliance package that helps eliminate the stress of the
The best built-in grill from Delta Heat is the 32-inch Built-In model with rotisserie and sear burner(RS Model). The accessories are perfect for innovative grillers and the efficient use of space makes it the perfect grill for frequent cookout hosts. This is a grill that will exceed your expectations without breaking your budget.
Standout Features:
- 304 stainless steel construction
- Delivers consistently perfect results courtesy of the performance engineered 5-Part Grilling System
- High quality stainless steel cooking grates
- Decorative blue LED lights over the control knobs
- Interior halogen lights
- Designed and manufactured in Southern California
The best freestanding grill from Delta Heat is the 32-inch Freestanding with rotisserie and sear burner. With the same benefits as the built-in, this freestanding grill is perfect for those with limited outdoor space or who need a more portable option.
It's got plenty of cooking space, but if you have more space and host large parties often, you might prefer the 38-inch model.
If a gas grill is not your thing, the Delta Heat Griddle may be better suited for you. The Delta Heat Teppanyaki Griddle, is like a giant stainless steel sauté pan. Because of its size and uniform temperature, the cooking surface is like having a bunch of sauté pans at the same time, allowing one or more dishes to be cooked at the same time.
Sedona by Lynx
If you're an experienced griller, you'll love Sedona by Lynx. Lynx is a long-standing manufacturer, and its products withstand the test of time. To remain competitive in the grill market, the Sedona by Lynx brand was introduced as a lower, more cost effective line that does not compromise quality and has a bit of luxury flair.
With both Lynx and Sedona grills there are 4 different ways you can get each size (30", 36" 42; 54" available with Lynx) grill:
- L501(30")/L601(36")/L701(42") is the standard grill model
- PS adds in the ProSear Burner
- R adds in just the rotisserie back burner
- PSR adds both the ProSear burner and rotisserie back burner.
The best built-in grill by Sedona is the L600PS 36-inch model. This grill offers luxury features (like the ProSear burner to achieve that oh-so-perfect outer texture) and lots of cooking space.
Standout Features:
- 2 Stainless steel U-burners and 1 ProSear burner
- Dual halogen grill surface lights
- Lynx Hood Assist
- Blue-lit control knobs
- Brushed stainless steel finish on canopy, bullnose, and drip tray
The best freestanding grill by Sedona is the L601PSF 36-inch model. This grill comes with the same features as the built in model but also offers side shelves for more prep space, storage doors and an expanded interior shelf.
Sedona Grills met a grilling industry challenge head-on when they designed their ADA Compliant grill. The hood assist, the rear-mounted propane tank holder, and the low height make this an excellent choice for wheelchair users or grillers with mobility challenges.
We love that the Sedona line is so customizable. Their accessories offer endless options for personalizing and optimizing your grilling experience. And, of course, we love that their high-quality, well-designed, American-made grills are available at an affordable price.
Aurora Line of Grills by Fire Magic
Fire Magic Grills offers some of the most durable grills on the market, and their Aurora line of grills offers the longevity expected from Fire Magic at an affordable price.
While the Echelon line features the best of luxury grilling, it can be a bit steep in price. The Aurora line answers the call for budget-friendly grills and don't skimp on quality and the pricing is nearly unbeatable.
The best built-in grill in the Aurora line is the 540i Built-In Grill with an infrared burner. At just 30 inches wide, it offers 540 square inches of cooking space, which is an astounding surface area for a grill of this size.
Standout Features:
- Cast stainless burners
- Diamond sear cooking grids
- Control knobs with a brush finished and flame icons that turn red when the burners are on
- Interior Halogen light
- Optional: Rotisserie backburner with a complete rotisserie kit (motor, spit rod and meat prongs)
For a grill with Fire Magic's longevity and luxury elements, the 540i offers tons of excellent features at an affordable price.
The best freestanding Fire Magic grill is the Aurora 660s Grill on a cart (no rotisserie). While the 660 contains all the same features as the 540, it offers offers more cooking space, contains higher BTU's (75,000 vs. 63,000) and the optional Magic View Window where you can watch your grilled masterpieces come to life.
Summerset Grills
Summerset Grills offers the broadest spectrum of grills ranging from a basic beginner model to a high end model with a variety of accessories. Each of their four lines, the Sizzler, TRL, Quest, Resort represents Summerset's sleek, beautiful grill designs. Their products are high-quality and long-lasting with an amazing warranty to back them up.
At BBQ Depot, we love the Summerset 32 inch Sizzler Pro. This grill packs so many high end features into an
Standout Features:
- Infrared rotisserie backburner
- Cast stainless burners
- Interior lights
- Exterior LED Lighting + White to Red Bezel Lighting Indicating ON/OFF Burner State
When it comes to Built-in Grills where the manufacturer is out of business or has stopped making parts, you can count on Summerset to deliver an option. Summerset introduced the TRL to actually be a Turbo Replacement. We love the quality and features on the TRL 38" Built-in Grill.
Standout Features:
- Hood assist
- Rotisserie kit
- 20,000 Stainless steel tube burners
- Interior lighting and Exterior LED Lighting + White to Red Bezel Lighting Indicating ON/OFF Burner State
- Infrared rotisserie backburner
This direct replacement will save you thousands of dollars having to "retrofit" your
The Quest line is the most upgraded series that includes upgraded features for grill enthusiasts. If it's in your budget it's worth taking a look into this line to bring versatility to your backyard with features like a smoker box, drop-in griddle grate and multi-position rib rack.
All of the Summerset grills are made overseas, not in the USA.
Summit Grills by Weber
While they're primarily known for their kettle-style charcoal grills, Weber's
There are many different options within the Summit Line that are signified by the letter at the end of the model number:
E: Black porcelain-enameled hood and doors and cast iron cooking grates.
S: Stainless steel hood and stainless steel cooking grates.
XE: Porcelain-enameled finish+ Smart Control Tech + touchscreen controls and ignition.
XS: Stainless steel finish+ Smart Control Tech+ touchscreen controls and ignition.
One of our favorite elements of the Summit line is their optional black finish. While it contributes to grills' sleek, classic designs. The black finish is excellent for hiding stains --- and we all know that grilling can get messy.
Our favorite in this line is the Weber Summit S470 with sear burner and rotisserie. With four burners and 580 square inches of cooking space, the S470 combines Weber's iconic design elements with newer, innovative grilling features.
Standout Features:
- 5 Pure blue burner
- Side burner
- Top down infrared broiler
- LED backlit control knobs
- Double doors for tank and storage
Too Many Choices? Trust the Experts at BBQ Depot
While each grill in this list provides luxury features for grillers on a budget, the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. If you'd like some guidance or advice, consult with an expert at BBQ Depot. We can help you find the perfect grill for your patio or
Our excellent customer service doesn't expire once you're out the door. Our experts can troubleshoot over the phone if you have any questions about installation, malfunctions, or anything grilling-related. (In fact, we solve plenty of problems this way every week)
If you want the best grill for your money and don't know where to start, BBQ Depot is here to help. Explore our wealth of information online or give us a ring. We can't wait to help you find the best BBQ grill!
Q&A
Q: Which grills in this guide are made in the USA?
A: Artisan by Alfresco grills, Delta Heat, Sedona by Lynx grills and Fire Magic grills (including the Aurora line) are made in the USA. From Summerset, all of their grills are imported. Weber grills are designed and engineered in the US but manufactured in other countries.
Q: I want strong searing or rotisserie option without overspending—what models here deliver?
A: In our opinion, if you're wanting a model with either a sear burner or rotisserie, the two models that stand out are the Delta Heat is the 32-inch model (built in or freestanding) and the Sedona L600PS 36-inch model. While this model from Delta Heat comes with both a sear burner and rotisserie, the ability to change out the sear burner for a regular burner makes it stand out because most grill models don't give you the ability to swap out a sear burner once it's in the grill. The model from Sedona comes with their ProSear burner that offers 23,000 BTUs and is manufactured by Lynx, making it a high quality grill with premium features with a more affordable price tag.
Q: What is the best gas grill for the money?
A: The Artisan American Eagle 36" Built-In grill because its not only easy to use, but easy to fix. There aren't a ton of electrical components in this grill, so keep in mind the more bells and whistles you have in a grill, the more you will need to replace them later on. Artisan is also an American made grill with high quality components that will outlast a grill that is made from imported goods.
Q: Is it worth spending more on a premium grill brand?
Yes! While it may seem like a big expense at once, it's worth it to buy something that will last 5+ years than buying a cheaper grill that may need a ton of repairs or replacing every few years. In addition to buying a premium brand we always recommend spending more to buy a product that is made in the USA. Premium grills made in the USA are made with high quality and durable materials so if you love to host or are a grill enthusiast, you're going to have a much better grilling experience. American made grills will heat up quicker, cook your food much faster and the parts of the grill will last much longer.
Q: Are replacement parts easy to find for these grill brands?
At BBQ Depot, we make it easy as ever to find the exact parts you might need for your grill and stock thousands of parts for all these brands and more. Locate your model and serial number either underneath the drip tray or behind the control panel to easily locate the exact part you need. Cant find what you're looking for? Give us a call and our team of experts are happy to help assist with any questions you have.
