Grills

T-Series vs. L-Series: Choosing the Right AOG Grill

Understanding the differences between T-Series and L-Series is essential for selecting the best AOG grill for your outdoor kitchen. Both series use the same 304 stainless steel construction, lifetime-warranted burners, and Fire Magic engineering. The choice comes down to ignition type and lighting features.

T-Series Grills

The T-Series is AOG's streamlined, no-frills option designed for maximum reliability and installations without electrical access. These grills use a Flame-thrower piezo ignition system—simply press and turn the knob and the burner lights instantly. No batteries to replace, no electrical connection required.

T-Series Key Features:

• Flame-thrower ignition (no electricity, no batteries required)
• Analog hood thermometer with polished bezel
• Lifetime warranty on stainless burners
• Available in 24", 30", and 36" sizes
• Built-in and freestanding cart configurations

Best for:

• Outdoor kitchens without convenient 120V power access
• Remote installations (pool houses, detached pavilions, islands far from house)
• Budget-conscious buyers (T-Series models cost $200-400 less than L-Series equivalents)
• Customers who prefer mechanical simplicity and fewer electrical components
• Installations where running electrical conduit is difficult or expensive

L-Series Grills

The L-Series adds modern convenience features while maintaining the same core cooking performance and construction quality as the T-Series. These grills require a 120V electrical connection and include electronic push-button ignition, interior halogen lighting for nighttime grilling, and blue LED-backlit control knobs.

L-Series Key Features:

• 120V electric push-button ignition (reliable single-button lighting)
• Interior halogen lights for cooking visibility after dark
• Blue LED backlit control knobs for premium aesthetics and nighttime visibility
• Analog hood thermometer with polished bezel
• Lifetime warranty on stainless steel burners
• Available in 24", 30", and 36" sizes
• Built-in and freestanding cart configurations
• Rotisserie backburner

Best for:

• Outdoor kitchens with 120V power already available
• Those who want the premium look and feel of backlit controls
• Installations where electrical access is straightforward
• Customers who prioritize convenience and modern features

T-Series vs. L-Series: Quick Comparison

Which Series Should You Choose?

Choose T-Series if:

• You want to avoid running electrical conduit to your grill location
• Budget is a primary concern (save $200-400 per grill)
• Feature simplicity with fewer potential electrical issues
• You rarely grill after dark or have adequate ambient lighting

Choose L-Series if:

• Your outdoor kitchen has 120V power readily available
• You frequently grill after sunset and want built-in lighting
• You value the premium aesthetics of backlit control knobs
• Single-button electronic ignition appeals to you
• The additional cost ($200-400) fits comfortably in your budget

Important note: Cooking performance, heat output, construction quality, BTU ratings, and warranty coverage are identical between T-Series and L-Series grills of the same size. The only differences are ignition mechanism, interior lighting, and control knob illumination. You're not sacrificing cooking capability by choosing T-Series—you're simply selecting a more streamlined feature set.