Best Gas Grill Under 300

As with most appliances, the choice of a grill largely depends on individual preferences. This also includes the size of your household, accessibility to outdoor space, and intended application—such as how often you plan to throw BBQ parties and serve large crowds.

While state-of-the-art grilling stations can cost a fortune, more and more leading brands dedicate their efforts toward making good-quality grills more available. This gas grills review covers some of the best current grill choices, all under the $300 price tag.

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Choosing a Budget Gas Grill

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The sheer multitude of affordable grills populating the current residential appliance market can get pretty overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure what type of grill you’d like to invest in, so let’s look at the most popular options for indoor and outdoor grilling.

Charcoal Grills

As the name suggests, charcoal grills operate by using the heat from smoldering charcoal fuel, either briquets or lumps, with the help of a series of air vents. Charcoal grills are considered to be the traditional choice, so to speak. And though they are one of the slowest options for grilling, the food prepared on these grills is valued for its distinct flavor, aroma, and richer texture. Some of the best charcoal grills go for just under $300, so the price should not be the focal point of your search but rather the materials and dimensions.

Charcoal Grills Under 200

Budget charcoal grills are likely to be less expensive than other types of grills in this price category, but they are only suitable for outdoor use. If you plan to purchase a model priced under $200, pay close attention to materials used in the manufacture of the frame, the effectiveness of air vents, the design of the lid if there is one, and the quality of the grates. Cast-iron is always best for charcoal-fuelled grills since they can withstand high temperatures and the effects of charring.

Portable Propane Grills

These are the best choice for frequent campers, travelers, and tailgaters. If you like to set up a BBQ party outside of the limits of your backyard, a trustworthy portable grill running on propane be perfect for any picnic, campsite, or football game. In fact, some of the best inexpensive outdoor gas grills under $300 can be found in this segment of the outdoor cooking market.

However, it’s important to choose portable gas grills based on materials—their quality such as heat resistance and how lightweight they are—as well as their mobility. This includes foldable legs and side tables, ergonomic design of the body, minimal assembly, and easy propane tank connection.

Electric Grills

This type of grill is primarily chosen for indoor cooking, so the main selling point is usually the compact size and more organized, neater method of grilling. Family-sized electric grills can, of course, be used outdoors, provided you have an outlet nearby, but the usage of such large appliances comes with a grain of salt on the account of their high power consumption rates that can affect your electricity bills.

Electric Griddles

Griddles made for kitchen use are typically small and easy to use. If you don’t want to deal with the mess that is most stovetop griddles, this would be a neater alternative.

Sandwich Grills

Though many people choose counter-top sandwich grills for quick everyday breakfast prep indoors, more and more outdoor grills and griddles incorporate a panini/sandwich press into their cooktop. These models are more versatile but also more expensive, so if you want to stay within your budget, get a good kitchen press and a manual stovetop griddle as a bonus.

Gas Grills Under 200

Perhaps the most popular style of outdoor cooking is a modern gas grill. Reliably manufactured options that are also affordable may be a pretty tough find, but if you truly want you and your family to enjoy classic grilled breakfast hot dogs and juicy dinner steaks, many trusted brands such as Weber and Coleman offer the very best gas grills just under $200 and all made to fit into a trunk of a family car.

Outdoor Gas Griddles

The absolute staple of outdoor grilling is a propane Blackstone griddle. With a wide range of sizes and designs, Blackstone is usually what most professionals direct you to. That being said, many manufacturers offer even more options, including charcoal + gas dual griddles, griddles with panini presses, and some of the best combo grills under $300 with griddled and grated cooktops. But if it’s your first ever griddle, it’s usually best to get a budget Blackstone option first, and then proceed to something more advanced.

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List of Top-Rated Grills Under $300

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Photo	Product	BTUs	Grilling area
	Blackstone 1517	30,000	420 sq. in.
	PIT BOSS PB757GD	62,000	851 sq. in.
	Char-Broil 463377319	36,000	425 sq. in.
	Char-Broil 463773717	30,000	360 sq. in.
	Weber 54060001	12,000	280 sq. in.
	Char-Griller E3001	40,800	630 sq. in.
	Coleman 2000033052	20,000	285 sq. in.
	Cuisinart CGG-7400	44,000	610 sq. in.

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Review of the Best Gas Grills Under 300

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Blackstone 1517

A true leader among family-sized outdoor cooking stations, this 28-inch Blackstone Gas Grill provides plenty of cooking space and more than enough fuel power for grilling a wide range of foods, including breakfast, dinner, roasts, and various snacks.

To make the operation more accessible, the Blackstone features an automatic ignition system with easy push-button controls relying on battery power that can be replaced when needed.

Though this model is not exactly compact, it’s still designed for easy transportation hence the inclusion of four sturdy casters that make moving the grill around your backyard or from one campsite spot to the next much faster.

Other features that make this grill exceptionally durable are the reliably firm steel frame supported by thick steel legs, two enduring stainless steel burners each delivering 15,000 worth of BTUs, a thick cooktop made from cold-rolled steel, and protective powder-coating that ensures better resistance to the elements.

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PIT BOSS PB757GD

As a multi-purpose family-sized griddle, 24.2-inch wide Pit Boss PB757GD works as a perfect backyard grill for regular family cooking, party food prep, and camping BBQ thanks to its portable wheel design and impressive cooking area capable of feeding up to thirty people.

The total output of this model reaches a whopping 62000 BTUs with all 4 stainless steel burners in operation, while the grill’s usage of cast-iron and stainless steel for its vital components ensures long-lasting performance. 

In addition to side shelves for storage and prep, the grill features two holders for regular gas cylinders and a cart-like frame designed for effortless mobility and ease of operation at a campsite.

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Char-Broil 463377319

The Char-Broil 463377319 is a sleek cart-style grill designed for BBQ rather than flat-top cooking, offering an extensive grilling surface spread across its two-tiered grates. Made from sturdy cast iron with porcelain coating, the main 23-inch wide grate is large enough to cook multiple portions simultaneously, while the grill’s well-balanced burner system provides an even cooking throughout.

Located underneath the grates, the grease tray also features a layer of porcelain to ensure the post-grill cleaning is accomplished with ease. For a more even flow of gas and distribution of temperature, the grill’s burner nozzles are located at the top to deliver the flame at am an optimal speed and intensity.

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Char-Broil 463773717

Unlike the previous Char-Broil model on the list, this Char-Broil Classic 360 is a more traditional grill option featuring three gas burners, tall pair of wheels for portability, and an ample cooking surface with a swing-a-away rack for preparing different types of meals at the same time.

Both the firebox and lid of the grill are made from strong steel, while its 26 by 14-inch cooking area comprises two porcelain-covered grates: the main grate for your classic batches of burgers or hot dogs, and the narrow warming rack that can be flipped away when it is not needed.

Moreover, the design of the grill’s in-line burners is more conducive to evenly-grilled results since they allow for more precise temperature control, meaning you can adjust the heat intensity on a more detailed level compared to what you can do with regular griddle burners.

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Weber 54060001

The Weber Q2200 is a shining example of a more portable outdoor grill that doesn’t cut down on its grilling capacity and ensures seamless transportation as well as cooking on the road, particularly while camping and tailgating.

Thanks to its short but stable legs and tall yet lightweight aluminum lid, the Q2200 takes up less space but gives you plenty of area for versatile cooking, grilling large batches, and even doing quick roasts. There’s also the guarantee that your food won’t get burnt thanks to the addition of the lid thermometer and grate porcelain enameling.

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Char-Griller E3001

If you’re looking for something more affordable but still substantial in terms of grilling capacity, the Char-Griller 3001 Grillin’ Pro was made with traditional family BBQs and holiday cookouts in mind as it offers a significant power output, vast cooking area, and convenient additions that make prep and maintenance much easier.

This unit houses two main burners and one side burner, delivering about 40,800 BTUs in total which is more than enough to feed an entire Thanksgiving party. The total grilling area can be separated into the main rack amounting to 438 square inches and an extra 192 square inch rack meant for warming and quick recipes.

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Coleman 2000033052

This more travel-friendly Coleman RoadTrip grill is made with frequent campers in mind, with its space-saving design allowing you to fold the grill and roll it by the top handle as you might handle a regular travel suitcase.

For a grill meant primarily for campsites and tailgating, this model puts out quite impressive power, with its 3 burners amounting to 20,000 total BTUs in total. All burners can be adjusted individually, so it’s possible to cook several servings at once.

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Cuisinart CGG-7400

The Cuisinart CGG-7400 is a full-sized grill with a sturdy cart frame and pristine stainless steel top, including the tall lid and front-facing control panel, all designed to deliver premium-grade performance on a budget.

The capacity of this model is truly party-sized: the main cooking grate measures 443 square inches and the upper warming rack adds another 202 square inches to the overall grilling area. Such a vast area requires a pretty powerful output, but the grill covers that in full, operating four independent burners each delivering 11,000 BTUs.

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