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Fire up the backyard and turn ordinary meals into something worth gathering around. A great BBQ isn’t just equipment. It’s the centrepiece of every warm-weather hangout. Whether you prefer the convenience of gas and propane or the rich, smoky flavour of charcoal, you’ll find standout BBQs from brands like Weber, Napoleon and more. From sleek modern designs to rugged classics built for weekend feasts, it’s all about choosing the one that fits your space, your style, and your appetite for great outdoor cooking.
Options at a glance
Best overall gas grill: Weber Genesis E-325 Natural Gas Grill
Best premium compact gas grill: Napoleon Rogue® 425 Propane Gas Grill
Best advanced hybrid: Masterbuilt MB20041220 Gravity Series
Best all-in-one ceramic kamado grill: Kamado Joe KJ23RHC Classic Joe II 18 inch Charcoal Grill
Best portable gas grill: Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Stand-Up Propane Grill
Most versatile cooking experience: Blackstone Original Outdoor Griddle
Best electric grill for condos: George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill
Best overall gas grill
If you’re looking for the best gas grill, consider the Weber Genesis E-325, featuring PureBlu burners and large sear zone that make it easy to cook multiple steaks or meals consistently at high quality. It has cast-iron grates, a Flavorizer bar system that boosts flavour while reducing flare-ups, and a versatile Weber Crafted setup that expands cooking options.
Best premium compact gas grill
The Napoleon Rogue® 425 Propane Gas Grill delivers exceptional grilling performance with 3 burners, 36,000 BTUs, 425 square inches of cooking space, and a range side burner for added versatility. With precise heat control, durable porcelainized cast iron cooking grates, and a weather-resistant black porcelain enamel finish, it’s the perfect choice for delicious grilling, searing, and roasting in any outdoor space.
Best advanced hybrid
This grill delivers fast, high-performance heating—reaching 225°F in just 10 minutes and an intense 700°F in only 15—so you can move from setup to sear in record time. What sets it apart is its precision control system, allowing you to dial in consistent temperatures for everything from low-and-slow cooking to high-heat searing, giving you restaurant-level control in a home setup.
Best all-in-one ceramic kamado grill
The Kamado-style grill is built for people who want a lot more than a standard BBQ. Its thick ceramic body holds heat incredibly well, which means steady, consistent temperatures whether you’re cooking low and slow or pushing it up for a hard sear. The airflow system lets you fine-tune the heat with precision, so you can easily switch between grilling, smoking, roasting, or even baking without losing performance.
Best portable gas grill
Whether it’s for a small space or travel, this road-ready grilling beast fires up 20,000 BTUs of triple-burner power—with push-button Instastart ignition, precise heat control, and quick-fold legs with wheels that make setup and pack-down a breeze.
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Most versatile cooking experience
This griddle from Blackstine has a huge flat-top surface that lets you cook everything at once—breakfast, burgers, stir-fries, and more—like a live cooking station. With fast, even heating across two zones and features like easy grease management and side prep shelves, it feels more interactive and creative than a standard grill where you’re mostly limited to grates and flipping meat.
Best electric grill for condos
This Cuisinart 2-in-1 electric grill makes a great choice for condos because it’s compact, runs on electricity, and doesn’t produce charcoal or propane smoke like traditional grills. It also features a 240-square-inch non-stick cooking surface with adjustable heat settings up to 550°F, plus a built-in grease drainage system for easier cleanup.
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