The 10 Best Small BBQs Grill Reviews by Consumer Reports 2019

Grilling is a very important tradition in many places, especially outdoor grilling. However, some conditions may not allow for outdoor grilling; the weather is one of the things that can affect outdoor grilling; also, space can affect your grilling experience, especially if you live in the city where you don’t really have much space to yourself. Also, you may want to bring this grilling experience along with you on your camping trips, your hiking trips, and your picnics. In these cases, a small grill is usually the best way to go. Here are some of the best small BBQ grills.

Top 10 Best Small BBQs Grills by Consumer Reviews

1. Cuisinart CGG-180T Petit Gourmet Portable Tabletop Gas Grill

You may truly want small grill and at the same time want it to come with enough cooking space for your family and friend gatherings, in that case, this Cuisinart CGG-180T Petit Gourmet Portable Tabletop Gas Grill should serve you well. The heat is adequately kept closer to the cooking surface because of the compactness of the design, making it even more heat efficient than big grills.

There are different reasons why you may want to get a small grill; whether it is for fishing, for your small deck or patio, or camping, this grill is portable enough to serve you. It comes with a 5500 BTU burner, and the grate is porcelain coated. Another thing about this small grill is that it is quite affordable.

Pros:

Wide cooking surface

It is not expensive

It is portable

Cons

Some customers have complained about the durability

2. Weber 51010001 Q1200 Liquid Propane Grill

Weber makes a lot of grills, and they have quite a reputation when you talk about making functional grills. Majority of the grill is made with cast aluminum, and this makes it durable enough, the grill box is designed to make the most of the heat supplied, and it improves your BBQ experience by locking in that unique flavor. It is designed in such a way that the burners provide sufficient heat across the cooking surface, and it also has a grease tray and catches pan for grease management and easy cleaning.

Although it is a small gill, it still allows for a griddle/grid combination, as it comes with split grates that will enable this combination. If you need a small that will serve you well in small spaces, then this Weber grill should be on your list.

Pros:

Compact enough for road trips

It is durable

Cooking surface is wide enough

Cons:

Hard to attach small gas cans

3. Uten Portable Lightweight Simple Charcoal Grill

It is true that gas and electric grill are more popular nowadays, it is, however, truer that there are people who still crave that unique charcoal grill experience, and for that reason, this portable charcoal grill was made. It is small enough to take with you on road trips, camping, and fishing. The grill is scratch-resistant, it is made from cold-rolled iron, and it is designed to be folded easily after use.

The grill comes with a one year warranty, and it is a very suitable option for you if what you are looking for is a small and portable grill that is also charcoal fuelled.

Pros:

It is lightweight

It comes with a foldable design that makes it more portable

It is not expensive

Cons:

Charcoal is not a popular grill fuel nowadays

Some customers have complained about the durability

4. Napoleon TQ2225PO Travel Q Portable Grill

This is one of the most unique-looking grills of all small grills. It was specially designed to be suitable for travel, road trips, camping, fishing and other activities that will involve transporting the grill form one place to another. It is easy to set up; the cooking space is about 225 Sq. Inches, the cooking grids are durable, and it is designed to ensure even heating.

It comes with a removable grease tray, and it is generally easy to clean. Additionally, it features a circular 10,500 BTU stainless steel burner that will provide enough heat to cook whatever you want to.

Pros:

Easy to clean up

Easy to set up

Very portable

Cons:

Some people may find the cooking space small

5. Titan Attachments Rotisserie Grill

This is one of the largest grills reviewed in this article, and it allows you to grill anything you want to grill. It is made from high-quality stainless steel; it has a 25W electric motor to make it suitable for cooking large food, and also it comes a durable and heavy-duty rod to hold large foods. A special feature that you may not see on other grills is the adjustable height feature that comes with this grill.

Furthermore, the grill comes with a hood that can be closed to attain quicker roast, and the hood has a window through which you can see your food as it cooks.

Pros:

Tires make it easy to move

It has a huge cooking surface

The reflective surface of the steel frame helps to manage heat

Cons:

It is not as portable as some of the other grills reviewed

It is quite expensive

6. Suck UK Portable Grill

This is truly a unique small grill; it comes with a design that closely resembles a toolbox, and this makes it more portable. Although it looks like a toolbox, it opens easily to present the grill surface, a storage rack which is a rare feature in small grills and also a warming rack. The charcoal fuel tray is removable, and it has an adjustable vent that you can use to control the way the coal burns.

The grill design is carefully thought of, and this is one of the things that make the grill interesting; for example, the handles you use to carry the grill serve as the legs when you put it down. Indeed, it is a great small grill for picnics, camping, and other outdoor activities.

Pros:

It has a warming rack

It comes with a storage rack

Adjustable vent to control heat

Cons:

It comes in only one color

Some customers have complained about the durability

7. Happybuy Rotisserie Grill Roaster

This is another small grill that comes with abundant cooking space. This Happybuy grill has a steel frame that conserves heat by reflective means, it is easy to clean, and it is temperature resistant. The pig lamb spit roaster has a locking caster to ensure portability and the spit rod is strong enough to hold big food.

Additionally, the grill comes with wheels that ensure mobility; it comes with multiple step holes for easy adjustment, depending on the thickness of the food being cooked. This grill is perfect for those looking for a small grill that will still be able to cook a lot of food at once.

Pros:

Cooking surface is wide

Wheels for mobility

It is durable

Cons:

No storage space for condiments

8. LotusGrill Corn Yellow Smokeless Charcoal Grill

This is another small grill that has a unique design and is functional enough to give you a great grilling experience. It is a charcoal grill, yet it comes with a fan that dramatically reduces the smoke being produced by the grill. Also, the grill, griddle, and inner bowl are made from stainless steel, and they are dishwasher-safe.

The fact that it uses charcoal means that you will need to refill the charcoal as it burns when you cook, and this grill is designed in such a way that it is easy to add charcoal, even when it is burning. It is a unique, beautiful, and durable grill; perfect for anybody who needs a small charcoal grill.

Pros:

It is portable

It is durable

It gives out little smoke

Cons:

The cooking surface may be small for some

No storage space

9. Gentlemen’s Hardware Barbecue

Indeed, it is a gentleman’s grill; with the suitcase design, it is very portable, and it is effortless to carry from one place to another. However, the portability does not take away from the functionality. It is a charcoal grill, and it comes with a grate lifter that will help you lift the grate to add more charcoal as you cook.

This grill is very simple, and it is perfect for your outdoor activities like camping, hiking, picnics, and any other event that may require some grilling.

Pros:

It is very portable

It comes with grate lifter

Cons:

Cooking space is quite small

No storage space

10. Char-Broil Classic 280 2-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill

This is arguably one of the very best grills on this list. This grill provides a cooking space of 280 Sq. Inches, it has two burners that will deliver up to 20000 BTU and also an additional side burner that is perfect for making sauces and other things while you grill your food.

Furthermore, it is one of the few small grills that come with a side shelf to hold your ingredients while you cook. The cooking grates are porcelain coated, and, they are designed for easy cleaning.

Pros:

Side shelf for storage

Additional side burner

It has a lid that locks in flavor

Wheels for mobility

Cons:

It not really portable

Cooking grates may stick