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Kettleman TRU-Infrared Charcoal Grill

TRU-Infrared kettle charcoal grill with a 360 sq in cooking surface, one of Char-Broil's signature charcoal models.

$200Approx. MSRP
Great fortight budgetssmall spaces & travelreal charcoal flavor

Good for a beginner who wants no-flare-up charcoal grilling and light smoking without fussing over hot spots, but skip it if steakhouse-level searing is the priority.

Pros

  • No flare-ups and even heat thanks to the TRU-Infrared plate, which also helps keep food moist
  • Doubles as a decent smoker — one reviewer held 275°F for 5 hours on about 80 coals
  • Won AmazingRibs.com's Best Value Silver Medal
  • Easy on the wallet ($200)
  • Light enough to move or store

Watch-outs

  • The infrared plate blocks direct heat, so you can't get a hard sear like on an open charcoal grate
  • Max grate temperature (~450°F) is well below a standard kettle grill (600°F+) with the same charcoal load
  • Shallow coal bed makes true low-and-slow cooking harder than a dedicated smoker
  • Tight cooking area (360 sq in) — small batches
TypeCharcoal
FuelCharcoal
FormatKettle
Approx. MSRP (USD)$200
Primary cooking area360 sq in
Weight44 lb
WiFi / appNo

Specs sourced from the manufacturer / retailer listing. Prices are approximate and drift — check the seller for the current figure.

Char-Broil Kettleman TRU-Infrared Charcoal Grill

Features

  • TRU-Infrared cooking system reduces flare-ups
  • 360 sq in cooking surface
  • Porcelain-coated kettle body
  • Ash pan for easy charcoal cleanup
  • Roughly 39in H x 26in W x 26in D
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