When we surveyed over 1,000 Wirecutter readers about their grills, a large majority said they owned a Weber. And of those Weber owners, 69% said they were extremely satisfied with their grill. The Q 1200’s small fold-out side tables are handy for keeping grill tools within reach, though we wouldn’t feel confident resting a large tray brimming with meat or other heavy things on them. The thermometer in the dome lid is nice, but it isn’t necessary other than for letting you know when the grill is hot and ready.
Pack this Blackstone 17” griddle and carry bag with you on your next road trip, camping expedition, or tailgate. Built with a 12,500 BTUs H-style burner, this griddle heats up quickly and evenly for more predictable cooking. The Blackstone-patented rear grease management system on this griddle top makes clean-up easy so you can head out on your next hike faster or enjoy sitting around a fire. The carry bag included with this griddle is made of UV and weather-resistant 600 D polyester and was built to last with heavy-duty handles, stitching, and zippers. Easy to pack up and transport, this griddle allows you to take everything you love about cooking on a Blackstone with you wherever you go. Porcelain-enameled, cast-iron cooking grates provide even heat distribution across the entire grilling surface and superior heat retention.
For one, the Grill2Go X200 has a maximum 9,500 Btu output, versus the Weber Q 1200’s 8,500 Btu. When we preheated it for five minutes on high, the Grill2Go X200 reached over 600 °F, while the Weber Q 1200 never broke 525 °F. As a result, we had to manage moderate flare-ups while cooking burgers, chicken, and brats.
For the purpose of this review, we’ll be discussing gas grills exclusively, although we did review portable charcoal grills here. If you’re not the camping, beachgoing, or apartment-dwelling type, you may see little value in a portable gas grill. Well-designed portable gas grills will produce evenly-cooked food with solid sear and grill marks. During our testing, we even found some could rival standalone models for versatility. (The Coleman RoadTrip X-Cursion, for example, excellent in direct and indirect heat cooking methods, making a good choice for searing steaks and baking fish alike). Curious about which portable grills were worth buying, we tested seven popular models from trusted brands.
The built-in lid thermometer displays the internal temperature of your grill so that you know when to adjust the heat. Since then they have continued to expand their indoor showroom and outdoor patio. From 1999 to 2001 there was a period of tremendous growth for the business. Several additional weber bbq product lines were added and delivery/setup services were expanded. This unit has enabled me to prepare delicious meals outdoors, and it’s compact enough to store easily after use. Add to that the spacious cooktop area (320 square inches), and the Weber Traveler is a great grill, period.