You power the Traeger with pellets, which add extra smokiness and are very easy to ignite and use. It's super convenient to light though it does require power, so consider where you will place it in your garden before investing. The drum-shaped grill has a hopper and controls to the side, which are digital and can even be paired with a smartphone. This adds more pellets as and when needed.Otherwise, the guesswork is completely taken out of cooking on this Traeger smoker, and when you cook meat using the probe, it will come out succulent and perfectly cooked. Welcome to Cue the BBQ, where we are passionate about producing high-quality charcoal, wood, and briquettes for outdoor cooking enthusiasts. We are based in the UK and have our own plants in South Africa that manufactures all our products locally, using natural and sustainable materials sourced from our two plants located in Estcourt and Greytown, KwaZulu Natal. This is the question that’s a tough one to nail down since the range of prices is so broad. You can spend very little on a portable barbecue, or you can stretch to a professional level beast with multiple functions and heat sources priced in the thousands. Design-wise, this is a practical-looking BBQ with all of the features to make flipping those burgers considerably easier. Searching for sturdy side tables and space for all of your spatulas and tongs? The Weber Spirit II E310 GBS won't disappoint, with large wheels for repositioning in your garden too. We'll admit, it's not as showstopping as the Everdure Force, but its value for money can't be overstated. For the price, you guarantee three burners, a large cooking space, and a performance and quality that usually comes with a much larger price tag.

The most major priority is price, so start out with a rough idea of what you want to spend. Once you know this, it’s easier to narrow down the rest and fit in what you need with what you can afford. Next up is fuel. Our team of experts has years of experience in the charcoal, wood, and briquette industry. We use this expertise to produce products that are consistent, long-lasting, and efficient. Our manufacturing process is designed to ensure that our products are of the highest quality and meet our customers’ needs.A keen cook, she regularly takes charge of the BBQ for family dinners and summer gatherings. The youngest of four, she is used to cooking large quantities of food in typical northern portion sizes for the family (a small BBQ would simply not do). Our commitment to sustainability means that we only use environmentally friendly materials to produce our products. We are dedicated to supporting local communities by sourcing our materials from them, and we work hard to ensure that our production processes have minimal impact on the environment. This subject is an area of debate. Some claim that charcoals offer the very best flavour, while others claim gas gives the same result. Then, to make it more complicated, there are gas barbecues that use gas flames to heat charcoals. As per our testing protocol, we think that the best way to rate our products is to try them hands-on, which is why we have reviewed all of the BBQs in our guide, and we're working on reviewing more.

This small charcoal BBQ from George Foreman is a great buy for pretty much anyone. It's versatile and extremely portable and therefore easy to store. During testing our Ecommerce Editor also loved how lightweight it was, weighing in at just over 4kg.The Everdure by Heston Blumenthal Force 2 Burner Gas BBQ has Heston's approval, as well as ours, with a stunning performance and unbeatable design earning an easy five-star rating in our review. Assembly is very frustrating and instructions are a pain (just use the app) but once it's done initially, it's done forever. The BBQ offers plenty of storage, including hooks for tools and two foldable shelves for your drink or whatever else to sit. It also has onboard storage for your gas canister, to hide it away. It sits on wheels for easy moving, too. Cleaning couldn't be any easier as you need only fire up the heat for 10 minutes with the lid closed, then you can use the tool included, to scrape food residue off the BBQ ready for next use. If you want a barbecue that isn’t consigned to your garden alone then the Everdure Cube BBQ could be just the one for you. This combines quality craftsmanship and cooking ability with portability that lets you turn any park, field or beach into a barbecue party. We love the look of this BBQ, and it comes in a range of colours. Seeing as this one will likely be best for those without much storage space, it's nice to know you can display it when not in use.

The problem with gas and charcoal is that you need to buy the fuels, which can be a hassle. That’s where electric barbecues come in. They're a great way ta grill without worrying about anything aside from plugging in the barbecue. Of course, many will argue this is akin to cooking indoors. But with a lid for trapping in flavour you’re still going to get a great experience. How much should I spend on a BBQ? Our Deputy Editor Rebecca Knight who reviewed this BBQ thinks families will love it for its convenience and ease of use, with the potential to even use it on a weekday evening for dinners. It's also great for renters, as there's no chance you'll leave scorch marks on your landlord's grass with this one. Assembly time took around 3 hours but once up it's a breeze to use. It sits on two wheels to make it easy to move and comes in two colours to spruce your space. Ideally, it needs to be placed in a well-sheltered location when in use and after use, it has to be moved away from the elements, otherwise, you can invest in a cover for it. Cleaning this BBQ is easy depending on what you've been cooking on it. We understand that the perfect outdoor cooking experience requires the right tools and materials, which is why we are passionate about producing charcoal, wood, and briquettes that are free from any harmful chemicals. Our products are perfect for grilling, smoking, and other outdoor cooking methods and provide a rich wood aroma that complements the natural flavor of meats, fish, and poultry.We really liked the chopping board-slash-lid, but it is a shame that there's no lid to use when cooking because a lot of heat could escape from this portable grill when in use. Even still, it does a nifty job of cooking smaller pieces of meat and veggies, from burgers to sausages, wings and corn. It's best for smaller groups, couples and small families but you can use it to batch cook food, for more people. It also takes up no floor space so is ideal for balconies. Essentially it boils down to this – if you’re cooking meat, it’s the juices hitting the coals which create a smoke which adds flavour to the meat. Lose the coals and you lose this extra flavour. It was pretty much impossible to fault this BBQ during at-home tests. The only reason it doesn't top our list of the best BBQs is because its hefty price tag isn't for everyone. This is why instead, it's our best luxury option for those who can spend a little more. If you're hoping to invest in a Kamado BBQ, then we can't recommend the one from Tower anymore. We tested it and rated it 4.5-stars out of 5, and we think it's a great buy for small to medium-size families, or if you want a BBQ that's not going to take up too much of your patio space. This one is compact in size yet anything but in features. It's ideal for all-size gardens, from balconies to large spaces and even a terrace. Use this high-quality Kamado-style BBQ to sear, grill or bake anything from meat to fish and veggies. We think it's great for anyone looking for a sturdy barbecue that will last a lifetime. Its heavy construction screams durability, whilst it sits on a table to use up less floor space. Though its cooking space isn't the largest, you can use it to batch cook food as it retains heat incredibly well. It also boasts a built-in temperature gauge to make cooking easy. It can fit around 6 burgers and 6 sausages, cooking at the same time.