Summer is here and the steaks are prepared to grill, the only issue is you're not sure which sort of grill to buy. There are many issues that need to be asked when buying a grill. Things such as cost, simplicity of use, other applications besides grilling, flavor and portability should be considered. The most essential item in this list will depend on what you want. This article looks in detail at several categories and makes a decision on which grills would be best in that category, charcoal, propane, natural gas or smokers.

Price

If cost is the primary factor, the grill to go for is charcoal. They start at $15.00 for a small, basic unit and only $30.00 for an ordinary 22" kettle grill. Propane grills are the second lowest in price, starting at around $100.00 for a basic unit. A small smoker begins at around $130.00. Since natural gas grills are thought to be hooked to a home's gas line, they tend to be larger units, and more costly starting around $300.00. They now have double fuel grills as well that use natural gas most of the time but can also use propane; these are the most costly with a starting price of $450.00 up.

Convenience of Use

The simplest grill to use is perhaps the natural gas grill. It is hooked to your homes natural gas line and therefore doesn't need you to buy large propane tanks regularly. Getting a grill that has a battery powered or electric starter makes things even easier. Propane is possibly the next easiest to use as there are no charcoal briquettes or wood chips to bother about. While it seems that a larger grill is a better grill, keep in mind that larger also indicates a larger area to clean.

Additional Features

Natural gas or propane grills can offer extra cook spaces that a charcoal or smoker unit can not. If you plan to cook full meals on your grill, gas burners and a warming tray come in handy. A rotisserie option may also be important to you based on what you want to grill.

Flavor

If flavor is the most crucial item on your list, a smoker or a charcoal grill should be your top priority. Smokers are intended to slow cook over time and impart a smoky flavor to meats. You can prefer the type of wood to smoke that will offer you the flavor you are looking for. The only problem with a smoker is when you want a quick pork chop or hamburger, it isn't so fast. Consider a gas grill for faster cook meals and a smoker when you really want to impress the neighbors. Charcoal is the second best in the flavor department with no gas undertone. Gas grills may also impart a good grilled flavor, and now many gas grills have a smoker option on them.

Flexibility

When portability is the most essential requirement, propane is the way to go. Charcoal grills run a close second. Small propane tanks make it easy to carry your grill camping or to a tailgate function and you aren't left wondering where to put the smoldering coals. Charcoal can do the job and there are several small portable devices available; just make sure you have a plan for what to do with the used briquettes.

Conclusion

The Weber Q-100 Portable Gas Grill is the perfect gas grills for tailgating, camping and traveling. It's portable, built with durable materials that last a long time, it lights rapidly, lightweight and it's a fun to cook on. For an affordable portable propane grill you can't beat the Weber Baby Q.

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