Gas Grill suggestions

jane nair · 09-20-2018, 04:20 AM

I Need a new gas grill........ The one I presently have is junk. I'm on a budget so I'm really looking for something under $300. I've looked over the offerings at Lowes & I like some of them but really only have experience with the truly low end ones. I like the looks of the cast grates, do they last longer than the porcelin coated ones? what burners are best Help

Smokin Hoggz · 09-20-2018, 12:06 PM

Honestly, don't waste your money on the cheap gas grills, you'll just have to replace it in 2-3 years!! If you are going to buy a gas grill save your money and buy a Weber, and not from the big box store either, go to the smaller hardware stores and buy one from them, they will carry the one with the stainless steel burners and cooking grates. That's what I did 10 years ago and I haven't had to replace a thing on it. Again, don't waste your money on the cheapo grills!!!!

Pedro7 · 09-20-2018, 12:28 PM

Agreed, don't buy a cheapo. Look on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. I've seen some good Weber Genesis/Spirits in the $200 range or less that will still last longer.

rwalters · 09-20-2018, 12:39 PM

I have to also agree! Go Weber and be done with it. Unless you live in Mayberry, you should have no problem finding an older Weber Genesis on CL. They last forever, and parts are readily available if/when needed.

Untraceable · 09-20-2018, 12:57 PM

Also recommend finding a genesis. Had one for at least 5 years and use it hard. Keeps that mess outside. Only thing Ive ever done to it is upgraded to GrillGrates.

Nothing is worse that going somewhere and finding an Aussie or some other POS gas grill. Wont even get hot enough to sear. More like a mild steaming effect.

didisea · 09-20-2018, 11:41 PM

Find a decent Weber Genesis on craigslist, and then pitch the existing grates and get wall to wall Grill Grates. They won't rust and are easy to clean. They are well worth the investment.

mike243 · 09-21-2018, 05:51 AM

Never seen anybody post that grill grates were easy to clean but Weber all the way and get above the spirit line ,i have a 3 burner spirit and while its good it lacks stainless grates and burner shields

Pedro7 · 09-21-2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by mike243

Never seen anybody post that grill grates were easy to clean but Weber all the way and get above the spirit line ,i have a 3 burner spirit and while its good it lacks stainless grates and burner shields

What do you mean by burner shields? Flavorizer bars? or is their something else the Genesis has that the Spirit doesnt, because my Spirit definitely has flavorizer bars.

NickTheGreat · 09-21-2018, 09:09 AM

It seems in my area, if you keep your eyes open on Craigslist, free Weber's pop up from time to time. Usually the Spirits, but I've seen Genesises before. And probably more if you're willing to pay.

Get some new flavorizer bars, maybe even new grates and you're off to the races.

GiantGrilla · 11-18-2019, 02:30 AM

I would recommend the Coyote C-Series 36-Inch 4-Burner Built-In Natural Gas Grill. It is AMAZING! Don't get me wrong, Weber's are very good but if you want the best I would go with the Coyote. They also make a part gas/part charcoal grill which enables you to get the best of both worlds. These grills are all stainless steel and cook so evenly. I PROMISE you will not regret it. The only downside is the cost - they are not cheap. Best of luck!

tduffy · 11-18-2019, 09:37 AM

Anything $300 and under is going to be junk and not last much more than a couple years. At least jump up to a weber spirit for a couple hundred more.

Ron_L · 11-18-2019, 09:53 AM

Mod Note:

Moved to QTalk since this is not competition specific.

It's hard to go wrong with Weber. If the budget is $300, then the suggestion of a gently used Weber is a good one. I see them regularly on CL and FB Marketplace.

Gimmethecash · 11-18-2019, 10:07 AM

Going to echo the Weber comments - I’ve got a 12-year-old stainless first-gen Genesis that still looks & works great.

LloydQ · 11-18-2019, 01:06 PM

You can get a quality grill near that price range. Check out Broil King or Huntington. Fast aluminum fire boxes and lids, good warranty. Easily the equal of the Weber Spirit.

SonnyE · 11-18-2019, 01:10 PM

After having both Cast Iron, SS, and Porcelain coated grates, I'm sold on plain old Cast Iron.
You can burn it off if needed without any harm. And good old plain cast iron won't flake off in your food.
I've burned out Stainless Steel, and Porcelain coated grates.

Other than that, get what fits your budget. Take care of it, and it can last a long time.
I'm running a CharBroil gas grill, and on Natural Gas (Jets came with it). I don't see it dieing anytime soon. It's been in the Family for over a decade now.
If I last longer than the current grill, I want to get a Charcoal/Gas side-by-side.

Enjoy your next Bar-B-Que!

09-20-2018, 04:20 AM	#1
jane nair Banned Join Date: 01-22-18 Location: arizona Name/Nickname : jane	Gas Grill suggestions I Need a new gas grill........ The one I presently have is junk. I'm on a budget so I'm really looking for something under $300. I've looked over the offerings at Lowes & I like some of them but really only have experience with the truly low end ones. I like the looks of the cast grates, do they last longer than the porcelin coated ones? what burners are best Help Last edited by Ron_L; 09-20-2018 at 10:34 AM..

09-20-2018, 12:06 PM	#2
Smokin Hoggz Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-26-07 Location: Abington, ma Name/Nickname : Bill	Honestly, don't waste your money on the cheap gas grills, you'll just have to replace it in 2-3 years!! If you are going to buy a gas grill save your money and buy a Weber, and not from the big box store either, go to the smaller hardware stores and buy one from them, they will carry the one with the stainless steel burners and cooking grates. That's what I did 10 years ago and I haven't had to replace a thing on it. Again, don't waste your money on the cheapo grills!!!! __________________ Bill Gillespie - Head Cook - Humphrey Nation - Smokinhoggz.com

09-20-2018, 12:28 PM	#3
Pedro7 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-22-18 Location: Northern NJ Name/Nickname : Pete	Agreed, don't buy a cheapo. Look on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. I've seen some good Weber Genesis/Spirits in the $200 range or less that will still last longer. __________________ Pete @twinningbbqnj - Meadow Creek TS250, Humphrey's Battle Box, PBC, GMG, Weber Kettle

09-20-2018, 12:39 PM	#4
rwalters Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-08-12 Location: Columbia, TN Name/Nickname : Robb	I have to also agree! Go Weber and be done with it. Unless you live in Mayberry, you should have no problem finding an older Weber Genesis on CL. They last forever, and parts are readily available if/when needed. __________________ MAK 3 Star — Camp Chef FTG 900 — 26.75 Weber kettle — Weber Q3200 Follower of Jesus, Husband of 1, Father of 9, Lover of people "Ya don't win friends with salad!" Come follow my adventures on Instagram: @rwaltersbbq

09-21-2018, 05:51 AM	#7
mike243 is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 09-13-16 Location: above knoxville Tn Name/Nickname : Mike	Never seen anybody post that grill grates were easy to clean but Weber all the way and get above the spirit line ,i have a 3 burner spirit and while its good it lacks stainless grates and burner shields __________________ WeberPerformer,SpiritE310,Q1000,36"BlackstoneGriddle Masterbuilt electric smoker,PB AustinLX

09-20-2018, 12:57 PM	#5
Untraceable Babbling Farker Join Date: 05-19-11 Location: EAD	Also recommend finding a genesis. Had one for at least 5 years and use it hard. Keeps that mess outside. Only thing Ive ever done to it is upgraded to GrillGrates. Nothing is worse that going somewhere and finding an Aussie or some other POS gas grill. Wont even get hot enough to sear. More like a mild steaming effect.

09-20-2018, 11:41 PM	#6
didisea Take a breath! Join Date: 11-09-11 Location: Everett, WA	Find a decent Weber Genesis on craigslist, and then pitch the existing grates and get wall to wall Grill Grates. They won't rust and are easy to clean. They are well worth the investment.

09-21-2018, 09:09 AM	#9
NickTheGreat is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 05-08-12 Location: Iowa	It seems in my area, if you keep your eyes open on Craigslist, free Weber's pop up from time to time. Usually the Spirits, but I've seen Genesises before. And probably more if you're willing to pay. Get some new flavorizer bars, maybe even new grates and you're off to the races. __________________ 18.5" WSM ; 22" Kettle ; Weber E-330 ; Weber Q200 (for tailgating), Weber Performer

11-18-2019, 02:30 AM	#10
GiantGrilla Found some matches. Join Date: 10-09-19 Location: Chicago, Illinois Name/Nickname : GiantGrilla	Gas Grill suggestions I would recommend the Coyote C-Series 36-Inch 4-Burner Built-In Natural Gas Grill. It is AMAZING! Don't get me wrong, Weber's are very good but if you want the best I would go with the Coyote. They also make a part gas/part charcoal grill which enables you to get the best of both worlds. These grills are all stainless steel and cook so evenly. I PROMISE you will not regret it. The only downside is the cost - they are not cheap. Best of luck!

11-18-2019, 09:37 AM	#11
tduffy is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-05-11 Location: Pierre, SD	Anything $300 and under is going to be junk and not last much more than a couple years. At least jump up to a weber spirit for a couple hundred more. __________________ Last Call Heroes BBQ - Outlaw Smokers - Gateway Drums

11-18-2019, 09:53 AM	#12
Ron_L Moderator Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Wandering, but not lost Name/Nickname : Captain Ron	Mod Note: Moved to QTalk since this is not competition specific. It's hard to go wrong with Weber. If the budget is $300, then the suggestion of a gently used Weber is a good one. I see them regularly on CL and FB Marketplace. __________________ "Ron Rico, Boss. You can call me Captain Ron..." Naked Fatties Rock! PKGo X 2/PK360/Weber Q1000/Blackstone Camping Griddle/Pit Boss Pro Series 850

11-18-2019, 10:07 AM	#13
Gimmethecash is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 02-06-19 Location: Pasadena, CA Name/Nickname : Steven	Going to echo the Weber comments - I’ve got a 12-year-old stainless first-gen Genesis that still looks & works great. __________________ AZ BBQ Grills Scottsdale Weber Performer Deluxe MGrills M1, C4, M16 Camp Chef FTG600 Cookshack Amerique 2 x Sous Vide Supreme Minipack MV31X

11-18-2019, 01:06 PM	#14
LloydQ is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 12-12-16 Location: Vicksburg, MS.	You can get a quality grill near that price range. Check out Broil King or Huntington. Fast aluminum fire boxes and lids, good warranty. Easily the equal of the Weber Spirit.

11-18-2019, 01:10 PM	#15
SonnyE is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 04-06-19 Location: Saugus, California Name/Nickname : Sonny	After having both Cast Iron, SS, and Porcelain coated grates, I'm sold on plain old Cast Iron. You can burn it off if needed without any harm. And good old plain cast iron won't flake off in your food. I've burned out Stainless Steel, and Porcelain coated grates. Other than that, get what fits your budget. Take care of it, and it can last a long time. I'm running a CharBroil gas grill, and on Natural Gas (Jets came with it). I don't see it dieing anytime soon. It's been in the Family for over a decade now. If I last longer than the current grill, I want to get a Charcoal/Gas side-by-side. Enjoy your next Bar-B-Que! __________________ SonnyE, Grillin, Chillin, Beer Swillin, Grandpa's Ribs a specialty. Farking good BBQ is a learned skill, low and slow. :becky: Last edited by SonnyE; 11-18-2019 at 01:22 PM..