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The best grill for the job

Not sure where to start? These are the standouts for each kind of cook — picked straight from the specs, no sponsorships.

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Best for total beginners

Push-button simple, forgiving, and hard to mess up. Start here if you've never grilled.

Best for low-and-slow smoking

Brisket, ribs, pulled pork — grills that hold a steady low temperature for hours.

Best on a budget

Most grill for the least money. No, you don't need to spend a fortune.

Best for feeding a crowd

Big cooking surfaces for cookouts, parties and big families.

Best for searing steaks

The high-heat hardware that gives you a steakhouse crust.

Best set-and-forget

Dial a temperature, walk away. Pellet and smart grills that babysit themselves.

Best for small spaces

Balconies, campsites, tailgates — light and compact.

Best for real charcoal flavor

If you want smoke and fire, not convenience — this is your aisle.