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17.5-Inch Charcoal Barrel Grill (810-0063)

Nexgrill's compact 17.5-inch charcoal barrel grill with a 3-step charcoal tray and 349 sq in of total cooking area.

$100Approx. MSRP

A decent cheap charcoal grill for 2-3 people with modest expectations, skip it if you want a finish that won't chip or peel in the first year.

Pros

  • Compact size fits couples or small gatherings well
  • Spring-loaded chimney and adjustable charcoal tray aid airflow control
  • Easy to move and clean per several owners
  • Easy on the wallet ($100)

Watch-outs

  • Paint and finish quality issues reported early by some buyers
  • Charcoal drawer mechanism can jam
  • Noticeable burn-off smell on first uses
  • Tight cooking area (349 sq in) — small batches

Known niggles

  • Paint peeling on the charcoal bin, top and underside, after first use
  • Charcoal drawer sticking, reported by multiple owners
  • Cooking racks bending from heat exposure
  • Chemical smell reported during early cooks
TypeCharcoal
FuelCharcoal
FormatBarrel grill
Approx. MSRP (USD)$100
Primary cooking area248 sq in
Total cooking area349 sq in
Build materialPowder-coated steel body with steel-wire cooking grids
WiFi / appNo

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

Nexgrill 17.5-Inch Charcoal Barrel Grill (810-0063)

Features

  • 247.5 sq in primary / 349 sq in total cooking area
  • 3-step charcoal tray for heat adjustment
  • Spring-loaded chimney
  • Side shelf for prep space
  • 2 heavy-duty wheels
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