Best Electric Grills For Patio (2024 Update)

This is not really a grill if you're used to using a regular gas grill. The heating is very uneven and as soon as you put anything on it, it takes a very long time to actually get hot again. The design of the heating element is such that the most heat is in the back where it's hard to put things because of the upper level. We made chicken and it had to be on the grill so long to completely cook it that it got quite dry. If you're going to cook one or two things that take up half or less of the grilling area then maybe it would work ok.anonymous

Purchased this grill along with cover because it was the perfect size. After 5 uses the grate has so much rust we stopped using for fear of rust in our food! The grate is only stainless plated!!! NO solid stainless grate is available for this model. We ran the propane 15 minutes before and after and oiled well each time. Also always covered. Don't waste your money..Ken504

I bought this a couple weeks ago from Ace hardware. I ordered it online and pick it up at the store. I didn't use it right away, I familiarized myself with the manual and booklets first. I live in a first floor apartment and have a pretty sizable patio porch. I did not have an outlet on the patio porch so I figured I would need an extension cord to connect into my kitchen. I went to Home Depot and purchased the applicable cord…25ft/ 14 guage/ I forget the amps. I don't have much plugged in my kitchen but based on the reviews I've read about the pull of electricity from the grill, I decided to unplug major appliances like my microwave. When I first plugged it in I gradually maybe 5 to 10 minutes apart give or take increase the dial to 5. I didn't increase it to five right after I plugged it in. The grill worked amazing. It was my first time using it on the 4th of July. I will be back to update my review if they are any changes. But I think taking the precautions with the right extension cord if you need one and gradually increasing the temperature. I think those things make a difference in not blowing out fuses.Deene

This is a perfect grill for quick and easy outdoor cooking. We cooked steaks (thick ribeyes) and they cooked perfectly. The clean up was easier than my countertop Foreman grill, and it's easy! It heats up quickly. The book recommends cooking steaks on level 5, but we use just below 4 for slower, more precise cooking. We purchased this mainly for our vacation home that we also use as a vacation rental to provide renters the ability to grill without the concern of using charcoal or propane fire. Super easy to assemble — the hardest part was the handle, just because it's a curved handle on a curved surface and you have to line things up correctly for the screws to fit securely. No big deal. I'm thinking of getting another one of these grills for our house to make it easier than the larger propane grill for those quick grilling items. The drip pan cleans up easily and pops onto the top shelf of the dishwasher.CopperTop

We live in FL near a lake. Whether it is the climate here that destroys a grill in such a short time–not sure, but they all seem to rust out. We purchased what was supposed to be a stainless steel grill (all parts) and it did not even last a year! What we love about this grill is that it fits into the sink and can be cleaned up to sparkling new condition whenever we cook on it. Even the lid fits in the sink to be washed of the grease that forms during grilling. We turn it to highest setting and it grills hamburgers to perfection in minutes. Steaks are the same perfect state after about 3 minutes per side. We wish we found this grill sooner. We love it and if for some reason it wears out–we'll be buying another one of these. I don't miss the mess with either the charcoal or the propane and the grill that is so difficiult to clean. This grill is THE BEST in my opinion that we've ever had.JazzyBarb

When assembling, the screw in the lid handle would not come out, with alot of patience we were able to get the one lid handle screw free. Then when attempting to put it on the lid one of the nubbie ends of the handle snapped off, then the difficult screw would not completley going back into the handle, it only went in half way so now we have a loose handle on our grill lid. Wondered if there is a replacement lid handle that could be sent to us since this one was a failure? With a loose handle someone could get burned. If a replacement handle is available we would appreciate a new one. Hopefully when we cook on it tonight all will go well.endsley

This grill has a great cooking surface I can cook more than six patties at one time. The electric cord that comes with it is similar to that of an electric skillet but much larger and the cord itself is much longer which I appreciate. I do not like the temperature gauge on the cord itself as it is only levels ie: hot, hotter, hottest and not actual temperatures. I would actually prefer numbers instead as that would make me feel more secure on how the gauge is set. It does come with a temperature gage on the dome but that will cool each time you remove the lid. The tray that the fats drip into is pretty large and it also helps catch excess water when you are cleaning the surface. I do like the fact that it can be used either inside on your counter or as I use it on the stand or even outside one a picnic table or using the stand. My cabinet space is very limited. Clean up takes a bit longer since I can’t just take the cooking surface to the sink and rinse it off there. It is fairly easy to clean even when you burn something on there. That temp thing But you have to be careful rinsing it. Over all I do like this and look forward to using it more often after the holidays are over.GreenScorpion

Little care went into the production of this so-called grill. The stand is extremely flimsy to the point that it is a danger to anyone attempting to cook on it. Most of the issue is that the plastic parts are poorly molded and misshapen. The handle doesn't even fit securely on the lid. Further more,, despite being advertised as removable, the cooking surface IS NOT removable unless you count removing half a dozen screws and prying the heating element out as removable. The item we received is also apparently old stock that was produced five years ago.Holly G

Every time I plug it in, it trips the breaker. Instructions say to call an electrician if that happens. Well, it's hard to get an electrician to come out to our state park campground, which is why I bought the thing. Tripped the campground breaker and every outlet at the house. Plus, you shouldn't have to pay $$$ for an electrician to use this grill. Now it sits in the shed useless. So irritating.Donna

First of all, Walmart's price and service were great. It was delivered to the house cheaper than I can drive to the store…it arrived ahead of schedule…nice. The major limitation on this electric grill is the lower heat output. A 120v outlet is limited to around 1600w which is about 5500 BTU/hr. Propane and coal typically put out much more. 1600 W is enough, but you have to work on keeping the temperature up inside by keeping the lid on. The more you lift the lid, the more it will cool down. If you are the type that will constantly lift the lid to fret that the food isn't cooking fast enough, this grill isn't for you. Don't get me wrong, this thing will get hot, so for some foods, you might want to turn down the heat for slower cooking. So here is what I have found that works for me to keep it hot: 1. Pre-heat on high for 10 minutes 2. Keep the heat in – keep the lid on. 3. QUICKLY put on and flip food….when the lid is off, it cools fast. 4. Try to shield the grill from breezes because this will cool it down too. Some complain about the difficulty accessing the drip pan. If you mount the heating element loosely by tightening the lock nut by hand and then an extra turn, it will allow you to lift the element and pan out of the way and access the drip pan without undoing anything. Some people may not like the element being somewhat loose but it stays in place for me. Just make sure the nut is to the outside so the nylon in the nut doesn't melt. Overall, if you can work around the grill's limitations, the convenience of electric is great and will allow you to BBQ where the fire marshal outlaws coals and propane. I am still wondering if it will work OK when the weather gets cooler….we'll see.RMR57

BBQ is right size and electric. You do need to assemble this but it is not too hard. Probably took me 15-20 minutes but the second time I am sure it would only take 5-10 minutes. Instructions are a little weird (some sentences just seem to end in mid-point, and some terms appear to be incorrect) and the picture/figure of the assembly items are on the back of the instructions so you have to keep turning the paper over and over. One good thing about the instructions is they give you the different languages on separate booklets, so you can throw away the one you do not want saving you space in your storage. But all the items were there and I had the thing up and running quickly. Works perfect, great burgers…hope it lasts a long time. And it DOES get hot enough (just addressing one of the negative reviews).zuma2

Eventhough not many electrical bbqs are sold, I really liked the size and function of the Weber Pulse 2000 and as we have solar, I also didn't want to stuff around with a gas bottle. Once you pair the weber with your smart phone, it tells you when it's fully heated and then you turn it down and use the probe to control the temp on what you are bbqing. It also has lots of helpful features to help you cook everything perfectly. Overall I am very happy with my purchase.anonymous

I wanted to love it, this is an expensive electric grill. The only grill I can have at our apartment. It does not hold heat. I can not make smash burgers, I can’t make much. It only works in the summer when it’s 90 degrees out. If you need to keep it open – not a chance. It’s been four months and I hate it. It gives me anxiety with how much money it is. Today we got an error 4 notice. I use this expensive grill to meal prep chicken once a week. Don’t waste your money. It won’t keep the heat and you can’t get the grill and flavors you want.Mzelek

I love my charcoal barbeques but sometimes i dont want to get smelly and take 1 hour to cook a t-bone. I walk outside turn the knobs to high, have myself a beer, season my steak and before you know it the readout is at high 200 degree range. Throw on the steak on and five minutes a side cooked beautifully with awesome grill marks. I love the smokey flavour of a charcoal Weber but thanks to my Pulse I'm able to cook my meat more often and quickly after a busy day at work with still delicious taste.anonymous

This grill was giving to me free in exchanfe for my review. Overall I gave it 3 stars. As far as cost goes I think its right in line for what you would get for just under $200. The grill is sizable and perfect for apartments and condoes with small patios. Perfect size for daily use, but probably to small for hosting parties. The few compliants I have about the grill, it being a plug in electric, is the cord isnt long enough only 5ft, I have to partial block my back patio door due to the shape of my house, and location of outlets. Also when winding up the cord, I would have liked to have seen the head of the plug to have the attachment that allows it to clip onto the cord, rather then having to try to tie it and make it secure. The next complaint is like most BBQ's it didnt come with a cover. Also it has 5 settings, and when turned on its setting dial lights up solid red, however at night even with my patio light located directly above it, its impossible to see what setting you are on due to the red light shinning. Though from use it seems I only use setting 1 and 5, but ill get into the why of that when I talk about performance. The next complaint is that you can't control different sides of the grill, its one setting for the whole grill, I like to sear on one side of the grill with high heat, and then move it over to the other side to cook at a lower heat. Plus much easier to cook different types of meat at the same time if your abke to control both sides of the BBQ. Which leads me to my last compliant about the design. Ita settings are listed 1-5, Ive owned a propaine powered infrared grill, and instead of 1-5 it had pictures of different meats with a legend stickerd to the shelf area saying what settings and temps to cook each meat at. I would have liked to have seen that on this grill as well. Or at the very least addressed int the manual, it doesnt even say what temp 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 setting gets to, one could assume that since it has a reading for up to 550 degrees that maybe each setting is a 100 degree increase but doesnt seem to be the case when using it. As far as performance, let me just say, the food taste amazing coming off this grill, the infrared cooking keeps meats amazingly juicy. However it seems like it takes forever to cook on it. The temperature gauge goes up to 550 degrees, but I can't get the grill to go above 350, and even getting to 350 takes awhile. I live in California and though I have been grilling at night and it is febuary, the outside temp is somewhere in the 60s, so outside environment should not be effecting the temp the grill reaches. One thing I did really like is that the grill has a 3 hour run time, I left the grill on to burn off the grease of the meat, and forgot to turn it off, woke up in the morning to find the indicator light was still on, but the not the heating mechanism. Looking in the manual its planned to turn off like this. And if you want to cook past 3 hours simply turn off, unplug and plug back in and turn back on. Im hoping with more use Ill find that the heat can get higher, ive used the grill so far about 6 times with the food always tasting great, haven't tried vegetables yet just various meats. Though I will say I had the same issues of not getting the heat very high with my propaine powered infrared grill, so it might be a common thing with the cooking style. Overall 3 stars, based on lacking design features Id want included, inability to cook simultaneously at different heat temperatures, and not being able to get the grill above 350 degrees. But the food taste amazing, which is the most important thing I think.OCBryan

I have owned 4 different Patio Bistro electric grills so I think I have a pretty good cross section of grill performance and longevity. Let's start with the positive…. – I have never owned a electric grill that produced better results. This grill gets hotter than any other grill and sears steak and tuna perfectly. I loved the consistent results of this grill, juicy chicken and seared steaks. These results are taking into account that it IS STILL AN ELECTRIC GRILL. So yes when you open the cover you will lose heat and yes it takes a little longer to get to temperature. The NEGATIVE: Each grill I owned (4 total) lasts just over a year, what a coincidence as the warranty only is for 1 year on the heating element and controller. Once one of these parts starts to go the GFI outlet will pop consistently as the unit attempts to draw too much power. The old versions you had the ability to unplug the controller and bring it inside, this added a bit to the longevity. But guess what, they opted for the cheaper functionality and now you can't remove the controller without disassembly. When talking to customer service, there response is that your grill cannot be stored outside in the elements as the controller and element will degrade because of moisture and heat/cold. I do my best to keep the grill out of the elements in terms of keeping it under an overhang and use a grill cover but bringing it inside…. come on!?!?! The price keeps going up but the quality appears to be going down on these grills. It is now approaching the price point of the Weber grills which last 3-4 times as long. I really want to give this grill 5 stars for the 1 year that it performs amazingly but I just can't as I hate throwing money away….. I just went through my 4th one and now since these grills are around 200 dollars I may have to go for the Weber……edge1977

I purchased this product about a year ago after moving to a condo that did not allow gas/flame grills. I have been using an outdoor grill for almost 20 years.degrees but the temp drops dramatically when the top is opened and it is hard to get it back to over 350 degrees. I hated this product when I first used it. (FYI-It is pretty easy to set up). It is NOT like a regular high end gas grill. I am still trying to figure out what/how the infrared technology works….Also, how to maintain a high temperature. I have been able to preheat to 550 This product cooks grilled vegetables beautifully. Skewered shrimp or scallops are super easy. Grilling meat has been trickier. I have found that any burger type (including boneless chicken breast or turkey burger) must be only 1/4 inch thick. Otherwise you can quickly sear and "bake" at 350 degrees- I found that disappointing- no thick juicy burgers. I just made the most amazing grilled butterfly lamb on this grill. Lamb, chicken and some pork like to cook lower and slower at 350 degrees, so I thought that I would try to use the grill. It was only 65 degrees with no wind outside. I had decided to pre-grille my veggies before cooking my meat. The unit had been on for about an hour at high (5). I was so surprised that (after having so many problems getting a higher temperature) that I had to keep turning down the unit to (3) and open the lid to get back to 350 degrees. I have read about and experienced all the issues about reaching and maintaining a higher temperature. I was pleasantly surprised and my dinner was excellent. Maybe it only worked so well because it had been on for so long and was heated through. I wish that Char-Broil would create a cookbook with recommended cooking times for this product that included meat cuts and thickness.suechef

I had to replace my old grill after 20+ years. This grill has exceeded my expectations. I no longer have to stand by the grill. Well worth the investment. Hope this grill last as long as my last.Stephen W.

I've had the grill just shy of a month but so far it is great. Even heat across the surface. Steaks, burgers and chicken have all been great!Charles L.

Great value. Looks great. No issues! Happy we purchased this. I will write a more detailed review once we've used it for a few monthsHolly D.

Works well and grills meats quickly. It held 4 burgers and 4 pieces of chicken, not sure about the "15" claim. It was plenty for us. It fits well on our deck and the heat was not an issue. Cleaning was a bit labor intensive but we were able to get all the residue off. I see there are some cleaning tips that I will try next time. Some grease missed the drip tray so I have ordered a mat for underneath. I feel like there are some small improvements to be made to make this the perfect grill. Still a nice product.lionsroar13

I ordered this grill after a lot of research on electric grills. The many ads for George Foreman electric grills are confusing and misleading due to several models that all look identical. I specifically wanted one with removable grill plates. This one did not have them although the description and comments indicated it did. It was not slanted in order to allow grease to flow into the grease tray thus making it even more difficult to clean. It is also very low so that you almost have to sit down to cook and clean. It's a pain!! There is no where to put the lid when not on the grill. Pictures show it hanging from the side and one description said it had a hook. This one did not. Another problem to deal with! One plus was that it cooked a very juicy pork chop and veggies that were also good. Still, I took the time to return it because it was not what was advertised and I was very disappointed.Missing my gas grill now

Grill a little unsteady on the stand. Easy assembly. Cooked chicken thighs. Beautiful grill marks. Non stick grill surface great.. Easy to clean. I would have given this grill 5 stars, but the stand is a little unsteady. Otherwise, great grill. Walmart, prompt fast delivery. They get 5 stars. grill 4.5 stars.Louis

I have used this grill throughout the year on my patio (summer, fall, and winter) and have been most impressed by 1) the power of the grill and 2) the convenience of the grill. First, the power of the grill. I have always used a large gas grill and have had bad experiences at friends' or family's houses with some electric grills because they do not get hot enough or retain the heat. This has not been my experience with this grill, and I have been very impressed at how well it has retained heat and has been able to get a nice sear on my food. However, I do still use my large gas grill for smoking or larger projects such as whole racks of ribs, pork butts, briskets, etc. Second the convenience–I never thought I would end up using this table top grill more than my gas grill, but that is exactly what has happened. For smaller grilling projects (e.g., skewers, chicken, etc.) I always turn to this grill. It heats up so fast and is so convenient not to have to worry about having my propane tank full. Overall, this is a very impressive small grill.kt92

I was looking for a convenient electric BBQ. This one is perfect! Basically all that was needed to assemble the unit is to take out the packing materials, insert the heat dial into the unit, and fold out the legs: no big deal! We cooked tri tips and brauts for five people; had to keep the unit on high to cook but it all worked out. The grill is small enough to fit in the dishwasher, so it is perfectly clean for the next BBQ. You pick up the BBQ by the handle to store away for the next use. I reviewed many electric BBQs and this one was my first choice. I am very happy with the purchase.VenturaBuyer

I received this the Friday before Labor Day and used it to cook burgers the next day. The coils heated pretty quick and the burgers were good. On Labor Day I tried to cook steaks and the heat would not stay on. Ruined the steaks. I have moved the grill to plug into a different electric outlet and turned it on high. It warmed up but did not get very hot after 15 minutes. I am going to try steaks again tonight but if the grill does not work or does not get hot enough to sear the steaks I am returning it to Walmart. I hope they will take it back now that is has been used and I do not have the box. I am very disappointed after reading good reviews about this grill. Looks like I may have to go back to a gas grill.Mickey

This is a well constructed portable electric grill but the electrical temperature controller is either very poorly designed or faulty. It's settings are extremely non-linear; at the maximum setting the heating element is so hot that it triggers a power shut down making further operation impossible until the whole unit has cooled down. Small downward adjustment of the rheostat sets the heating element temperature too low to effectively cook. So, the temperature setting is either to hot to sustain continued cooking or too cool to be effective, all over a very small adjustment of the temperature dial.ACass

Overall this grill might come in handy if you have no other options to cook a meal. This grill earned one star for being easy to assemble out of the box. I only had to attach the feet to the legs and it was done. The other star is for the ease of storing. There is only one plug and the legs completely telescope in. The height of the grill is awkward. I had to bend over to use it since it hit right above my knees. I followed the instructions to preheat the grill for 10 minutes prior to use, however, I found that the grill struggled to remain hot. I tried cooking hot dogs on this grill and eventually had to finish them on our gas grill. I love Cuisinart products but this one didn't win me over.Hcap

I have received the one without the versa stand, so I'll comment on that. 1) Build quality: It is decent. Quality materials and feels sturdy. 2) Features: It's a grill. There's a temperature setting which is quite nice. Overall no gimmicks and does the job right. 3) Practicality: The oil tray is poorly designed. Once it is dirty it is really hard to clean. A cleverer solution could be possible. Another thing is the heater is below the grill stand. Which means it will receive the oil dripping from the food, which results in excessive smell (might be too much for some) extra cleaning effort. Overall, it does the job. Nice materials. The design could be a little better. PS: Don't try this indoors! 🙂Serra

I recently got this full size electric grill by Charbroil and I am so impressed! This grill is awesome! Setting up this grill took about one hour from start to finish. The included directions were very detailed and helpful. You can also download an app which walks you through set up step by step. Once together, this grill is stunning! I love the stainless steel finish. This grill offers a very large cooking area, a warming zone, 2 folding shelves, and a cabinet underneath to house supplies. I never owned an electric grill prior to this one so I couldn’t wait to see it in action. Getting this grill going is super simple! You plug it in, push the start button, set the desired temperature and you’re ready to get grilling! It is that easy! I love that I no longer have to worry about running out of propane or charcoal! I will now always be able to grill delicious foods by simply plugging my grill in! I also like the digital control knob; it is so simple to set the temperature. This grill automatically preheats to set temp and maintains it throughout your grilling session. The grill heats up super-fast to temp! The digital control system works perfectly and automatically adjusts the heat to maintain the temp you set it at. I have made numerous dishes on this grill since getting it and they all taste incredible! So far, I have used this grill to make chicken, steak, pork chops and hot dogs. All of the food came out perfectly and tasted amazing! The side burner is great for not only indirect cooking but also keeping our grilled food warm. Keeping the grill looking great is super easy thanks to the Auto Clean function! This is the first time I have had a grill that has the Auto Clean feature and I will never own another grill without this function! It is super convenient! You simply press the Auto Clean button for a timed cleaning and it automatically shuts off when it is done! This feature does awesome with burning all the food residue off of your grill to keep it looking great and cooking great! It so nice to know that each time I want to use my grill, it is already cleaned and ready to go! I love my new grill and all of the amazing features! It is easy to start, easy to use, easy to clean and grills your favorite foods perfectly! If you are thinking about getting a new grill, I definitely recommend getting the Edge by Charbroil!Crystal19

This is a high quality, well-engineered product that assembled with no issues and has been a joy to use thus far. I have owned several other makes of electric grills (open flames are not allowed by the townhouse association), and the experience was always underwhelming, akin to cooking food in an oven. No more! This grill produces food that looks, tastes, and smells like it came off a gas grill, and is the first electric model I've ever owned that actually leaves food with a real "grill taste." Burgers, hotdogs, kebabs, and steak have come out great so far. Cranked all the way, the grates get well over 700 degrees. The self-cleaning mode is very handy, and turns anything left on the grates to carbon and ash, which is easily brushed away. Like all electric grills, the Edge does take a while to pre-heat (about 30 minutes from cold to 700), but I can live with that in exchange for being able to grill on a balcony, without worrying about running out of fuel (or running afoul of fire codes). Well done, Char Broil!contrabasso

I must admit that at first I was skeptical about this electric grill, and even if I will not send my propane griddle to the trash, I really liked the simplicity of the electric. My previous experience with an electric grill was with a tabletop electric indoor grill, and that was pretty lame and disappointing. This grill has nothing to compare. The cooking temperature can be adjusted from 200F (slow cook, haven't tried it yet) to 700F (yes, it can sear!) with a simple turn of the knob. Of course, the grill needs some time to reach the desired temperature. Give it a good 15 minutes to get to 500F. My propane griddle is much faster, but I can't control the temperature as precisely. So a good point for the peace of mind of the automatically adjusted heat. Its cooking area is spacious enough for a family of 4. The grill comes in a box, unassembled. Took me about 1 hour to put it together. The instructions are generally ok, sometimes a little messy. I would have appreciated the parts being individually labeled for clarity. A plus, you don't need any tools, even the screwdriver is provided. Overall, I'm happy with the Edge and recommend it. It's a nice addition to my patio next to the propane griddle.DMalenrut

It works great! I really enjoy that it's ready to start cooking after five minutes, so you don't have to wait forever for coals to get to the right temperature, so that's nice. Aside from that, it's really fragile. I broke the outside of mine, buddy by sitting it down to hard. I also wish it had a battery pack or something, so you could use it on the go.Travis420

I recently received this electric grill and it’s so awesome. It is super easy to set up and very easy to clean. I made chicken with this and it came out so good. I really like that you can adjust the temperature on this grill. Honestly, I can’t wait to cook other things with grill. Overall, this is such an amazing grill and super easy.Eli849

I am sorry to say that I was very disappointed before I even used it for the first time! As soon as I assembled it, I read the pamphlet that came with it. Even though it is to be used outdoors, it says to not let it get rained on, and to keep the electric part in the house when it isn't being used. I live in central Florida, and we are in the middle of our rainy season, and it rains every day or two. Therefore, I would have to carry that large heavy thing in the house after I use it, and carry it back outside when I use it! How impractical is that? Looks like a no brainer to me, if you are selling an item to be used outside, and it can't get wet, then you would automatically ship a rain cover with it.Bob

I have concentrated on using the Pizza Stone the most so far, due to the weather. It is fantastic, authenic cooked pizza bases every time. We have also used it for Naan Breads with the same great result. The app seems good for the cooking guide even though I have not cooked meat on it yet the timer is very handy as it allows you to leave the lid down.Andrew V.

Still pretty new for me, but I am liking it. It looks great. Gets plenty hot. Easy to clean. The side table is very handy, something I missed on my previous grill. I am especially happy about the dual side controls and option for multiple temp probes. The android app is a little wonky, but it does what it is designed to do. The electronics come in a nice closable container that can be handily stored on the rack underneath. Am a little unhappy that the stainless steel parts show the smudges, a lot. But, my only real complaint is that Weber was out of stock on the cover, but I found a good substitute elsewhere.CentralGriller

I love my grill. Obviously does not give the same results as gas but it works as an adequate replacement for my NYC patio where only electric is permitted. I love that it syncs with an app so I can chill while the temp sets. I’ve also figured out how to get a sear – I just blast it to 500F and leave the meat in there for a few mins before reducing the temp. I even managed to grill amazing tandoori chicken last weekend. So far so good with this barbi! Waited several weeks for the cover to come back in stock so I can finally leave it out all the time now. I recognize some of the issues which others have pointed out – the control panel doesn’t snap in, it sometimes doesn’t give a good sear and the controls should have just been digital, but I can live w these minor things. Hopefully continues to deliver great results in the cold NY winter!Mimisheds

My husband usually cooks with a charcoal grill but has had his eye on the George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill. I decided to surprise him with it which I was interested in it myself for those days when I didn't want to use the oven, especially hot days. I like the idea that it can be used on a counter top or on the pedestal which stands about 1/2 foot tall. I knew not to compare this grill to a charcoal grill with taste but it has the same feel to it but without the hassle of lighter fluid and matches. I was able to put this grill together without assistance so assembly was simple. The first time I used it I cooked on my front porch. It was raining outside and I found it neat to cook top sirloin on a rainy day outside. The grill plugs in, it takes about 10 minutes to preheat then add the food. I wanted to see how the flavor would taste without seasoning and let me say this grill can cook some good tastey food! So far I've made burgers, hotdogs, top sirloin and chuck roast without adding any seasoning. Cleanup is super easy, the grill part can be wiped down and there's little to no mess. I haven't had this grill very long but I look forward to what I will cook next. I haven't used it inside yet, because I like the fact that I'm able to cook on the porch. I can see where I could use it on our camper when we take it out. This really is a simple grill that makes great foods. I'm thinking about getting one for my grandmother to use on her porch at her apartment. Highly recommend thi indoor/outdoor grill.AprilTolley

The perfect grill for those who love that outdoor taste of grilling but are full time grill masters. The Large Non-Stick Grilling Surface is the best for making clean up easy. With 240 square Inches the round grilling surface lets your cook for the whole family or just your self. Plenty of room for multiple burgers, steaks I even grilled a whole birds chicken and even a nice size turkey breast. Being electric gives you the ability to cook without fear of flame up's and over cooking by using the variable temperature control. That is great for cooking a quick meal or cooking low and slow for amazing BBQ. The removable plates come in handy when it's time to clean up. Just let them cool off and and pop it into the dishwasher. The special non-stick coating will not be damaged or removed and I have washed them over 200 times. Now to the con's , a short electric cord makes it imperative that you will need an extension cord and that could lead to tripping and turning over the grill so be careful. Next make sure you clean the grill after each use. If not the grease drain will become clogged and it can overflow onto your deck or floor. Even when on the stand the grill may become a little unsteady so keep the kids away when cooking and until the unit is completely cool. Those are the only reason I do not give the unit a 10. Performance With the variable temp control you can cook anything . Versatility Can be used inside ( I don't recommend this) or outside or even in the yard. But you have to have an extension cord Ease of Use Plug and go easy as it gets. Ease of Cleaning Removable grill plates make clean up easy Durability Stand up pretty well but can have balance problem. I wish it had a 4 leg stand Design The round design looks cool but would have liked to see a square model for more grill space.buddahamon

Grill came in earlier than expected. Price was great, as George Foreman's website wanted $129.99 and Ace wanted $119.99 and shipping was free! Easy to put together. I'd never used any George Foreman grill in the past, and having issues with chemicals, foods cooked over charcoal aren't good for me and never really wanted to go the gas route. If you are looking for the charcoal flavor or the flavor from the gas grill, you won't get it from this, but if you want the versatility of indoor/outdoor this is your grill! I live in a small house and the grill is out on the deck. But, living in Florida, when it rains, instead of taking the grilling component off the stand and using it on the counter (kitchen too small for that), it is so lightweight, that I just pick the whole thing up and grill in the house. The meats and veggies I've grilled so far have been juicy, with nice grill marks and I like the fact that I can grill in any weather. Smoke from the grill has not been an issue and I have a sensitive smoke detector. GREAT for those in apartments/condos where there would be grilling restrictions. Even though the cord is somewhat long, I do use an orange industrial strength extension cord and a three prong outlet, but you could use a prong adapter. With storing outside, I did purchase a cover. Found a weatherproof smoker cover from WalMart online and it fit perfectly. I do wish it would have come with just a basic grilling guideline, for starting out directions, but I did find some help with that online.Omwilita

Nice small size, but feel price too high for such small sized grill. The instructions not easy to follow and picture illustrations too small to clearly see and follow! Other than that really love Walmart products!@Joyce

I would never have expected it but, a friend of mine knew I was looking for an electric outdoor grill to use on my NYC outdoor terrace. Unlawful to use a flame outdoors. Better Chef 15 Elec. BBQ Grill, Red was Half the price of Lowes, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Sears, or any other NYC outlet. None of these stores even carried this brand. Not easy to assemble but extremely efficient and remarkably durable. The cooking temp. is hot enough to cook Brats completely through without drying them out. The top rack inside the Grill keeps foiled items cooking without the direct heat from the elements. A charred visual from the grill looks as though the food was actually cooked over a fire. Very quick and easy to clean. One thing I suspect will eventually be a concern is that the metal tray, directly under the heating coils, will eventually have to be cleaned thoroughly which might involve some disassembling of the barrel. I could not be happier with this purchase. I bought a notebook, some dividers, a box of pencils and an outdoor grill from the same store. Staples, who would have guessed? lolWilliam G.

I live in an apartment that only allows electric grills in the patio. This is compact, easy to use and easy to clean. The con is that it just doesn't get hot enough. I like my steak medium with a good grill mark. I got some grill marks but it took forever to get my steak medium. I ended up cooking my next steak in the over under the broiler. Small, thin cuts of meat, foil packets for shrimp, and veggies is all I'll use this for.kryvunc-0