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See Our Top PicksThe best grill you can buy right now, period.
Three top-rated grills, head to head.
| Grill | Type | BTU | Cook Area | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weber Genesis SPX-435 | Gas | 48,000 | 646 sq in | $1,099 | 9.6 |
| Traeger Ironwood XL | Pellet | N/A | 880 sq in | $1,499 | 9.3 |
| Kamado Joe Classic III | Kamado | N/A | 406 sq in | $1,899 | 9.1 |
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Every major brand, every fuel type. We buy them ourselves.
Temperature accuracy, heat zones, and sear quality all measured.
Burgers, brisket, salmon, pizza — the full real-world test menu.
Our most popular recipes from testing season.
Cherry wood, homemade rub, 3-2-1 method. Competition-level ribs at home.
View Recipe →Post oak, coarse pepper, salt. Simple ingredients, legendary results.
View Recipe →Maple glaze, fresh dill, soaked cedar plank. Smoky and delicate.
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