Char-Broil Gas Grill Reviews for 2012

For 2011, Char-Broil has made some design changes to its RED line of infrared grills, largely to address the long preheat times that this grill suffered from. The boosted output of the main burners will heat the grill faster. However, this still leaves the problem of the central component, the infrared U-emitter, not being able to take the heat....

Want a gas grill, but need something small? This might be the solution for you. The Char-Broil Patio Bistro Infrared Gas Grill is small, full height gas grill that is easy to move and store. Small enough to fit on most balconies but also give you enough space to comfortably cook for four people. The 12,000 BTU burner sounds small for a 240...

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This small, patio sized unit has two burners that put out only 21,000 BTUs under 333 square inches of cooking space but...

This is the bottom of the line for the Char-Broil gas grills. This particular version sells exclusively at Lowes Stores. What you get a 2-burner, dual zone gas grill and a standard side burner. The main heat output is low, meaning lower temperatures and longer preheat times. On the other hand this grill sells for $140USD. These days this is the...

This is a basic gas grill, the most basic of Char-Broil's Commercial Series line. With 4 burners and a side burner you get a well sized and feature grill for around $300USD (sold exclusively at Lowe's though similar models sell else where). The heat output is good and this grill will cook well. Unfortunately it won't cook well for long. The...

Let me introduce you to the least expensive full sized gas grill on the market. While Char-Broil produces a number of gas grills like this one (sold exclusively at Home Depot) this is the least expensive of them all. What you get with this is the most basic 2-burner grill you can imagine. The cooking grate is a flimsy wire rack, the burners are...

For 2011, Char-Broil has made some design changes to its RED line of infrared grills, largely to address the long preheat times that this grill suffered from. The boosted output of the main burners will heat the grill faster. However, this still leaves the problem of the central component, the infrared U-emitter, not being able to take the heat....

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has three burners that put out only 30,000 BTUs under 500 square inches of cooking space but can still reach...

This is a very large but basic gas grill from Char-Broil. With 6 burners and a side burner you get a giant, full feature grill for around $300USD (sold through Sears). The heat output is good and this grill will cook pretty well. Unfortunately it won't cook well for long. The burners on this unit are thin, low grade stainless steel that should...

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach...

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach...

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach...

The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach...

This is one of the bottom of the line for the Char-Broil gas grills. This particular version sells exclusively at Sears and K-Mart Stores. What you get is a single burner, dual zone gas grill. While the heat output is okay the evenness isn't. On the other hand this grill sells for around $100USD, which is a price that is hard to beat. These days...

This is a typical $250 Kenmore gas grill. Offering 4 main burners and a low powered side burner, you get a basic function grill for a reasonable price. The porcelain coated cast iron cooking grates will transfer heat well and the 4-burner design gives you a lot of heat versatility. The downside is that this grill isn't built with the best parts...

In 2008 Char-Broil introduced its "RED" technology. By heating a metal U-shaped infrared emitter the grill works by completely separating the flame from the food. This technology can generate high temperatures with less fuel consumption, making it a more efficient way to grill. For 2010 Char-Broil has introduced this smaller version specifically...

This is one of the bottom of the line for the Char-Broil gas grills. This particular version sells exclusively at Lowe's Stores. What you get is a single burner, dual zone gas grill. While the heat output of is okay the evenness isn't. On the other hand this grill sells for $100USD, which is a price that is hard to beat. These days this is the...

Let me introduce you to the least expensive full sized gas grill on the market. While Char-Broil produces a number of gas grills like this one (sold exclusively at Walmart) this is the least expensive of them all. What you get with this is the most basic 2-burner grill you can imagine. The cooking grate is a flimsy wire rack, the burner is a...

This Char-Broil gas grill uses their Quantum technology and is an innovative approach to an inexpensive, all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared. This unit has four burners that put out only 32,000 BTUs under 500 square inches of cooking...

This Char-Broil gas grill uses their Quantum technology and is an innovative approach to an inexpensive, all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared. This unit has four burners that put out only 32,000 BTUs under 500 square inches of cooking...

This is a typical $200 Char-Broil gas grill. Offering 4 main burners and a side burner, you get a basic function grill for a low price, but don't plan on it lasting very long. The lightweight cooking grates, burners and burner covers won't take a lot of punishment and will start to corrode early. If you are only interested in a grill with...

The Char-Broil 3-burner gas grill is typical of the low end, mass-market gas grills and can be found at several retail outlets. Poor quality components with poor quality construction. This Char-Broil is a basic grill with side burner. This is a grill with basic features, poor cooking abilities and nothing to make you want to actually own it.

Char-Broil has mastered the cheap grill. What else can you call a 4-burner gas grill with side burner that sells for around $130USD. The question you have to ask yourself is, should you buy a cheap grill that heats unevenly and won't last or spend more on a better grill. I'm betting that if you are reading this you will bu the better grill.

The Char-Broil Tru-Infrared represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. This unit uses a simple sheet of perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has three burners that put out only 30,000 BTUs under 500 square inches of cooking space but can still...