Natural gas barbecue grills are a great way to save time and money while also allowing you to have a permanent grill in your backyard. Here are 11 of the best natural gas grills.
If you are lucky enough to have gas hookups in your home then you are in a prime position to install a natural gas grill. While the major downside with propane grills is that you have to swap out tanks regularly, with natural grills you literally have your fuel source at your fingertips.
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This is not only a huge time saver, but also a money saver. And if you grill a lot, you know how much it can really save you.
Large grills with multiple burners burn 80,000 BTUs of newspaper power. That’s a lot of fuel.
Helpful, there are many options to get the most out of your grill.
Here’s my guide to 11 of the best.
Napoleon Grill’s LEX485
I guess I’ve never hidden my love for the Napoleon Grills LEX485. In short, when it comes to gas, this is pretty much the pinnacle of grilling.
Napoleon is just one of our favorite manufacturers offering a range of fashions at different price points.
The price is simply unbeatable for the quality. With 74,000 BTUs and 6 burners, this grill is a beast. Combined with a source of natural gas, it cooks large batches of steaks, ribs and hamburgers.
What power and greatness do we also get from Napoleon? The LEX485 boasts 74,000 BTUs of power distributed across its 6 stainless steel burners.
Contains 805 square inches of cooking space. That ‘s huge, more than enough to start with 24 burgers or several large steaks. Whichever you choose, it will be more than enough to feed the hordes of locals that come to your door.
Cooking grates made of stainless steel optimize the cooking temperature and distribute the heat evenly over the surface of the cooking chamber. In short, no outbreaks. No cold spots. Uniform and constant cooking temperatures.
It also features Napoleon signature ignition system for quick and easy starting. One push of a button and you’re easily gone.
In addition, it has a stainless steel grill plate, which is perfect for grilling steaks. It even has a stocked fridge to store a few beers or soft drinks while you’re at the helm.
- The LEX 485 gas grill features 4 burners, a total of 48,000 BTUs and 675 square inches…
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Lion Premium Grills L75623
The Leon is a behemoth of a grill and one of the kings of the gas class. It comes at a high price, but for me it’s worth more than the investment.
Let me tell you why.
Its construction is incredible. It is made of top-grade grating steel, which is quite strong and tough. To put it bluntly, you simply won’t find another grill that can match this one in terms of durability. You probably won’t find a grill that lasts longer and breaks.
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In terms of power and size, it features 5 stainless steel burners on a whopping 802 square inches of cooking surface. Underneath your cooking grates are 75,000 BTUs of cooking power. It also features an additional rotisserie burner with its own 15,000 BTU.
This thing packs power into every inch of its surface.
It features quick light valves to ensure quick and easy push button starting.
Lion also offers you a double layer, large welded stainless steel grill head for optimum durability, as well as 4 cast iron burners, stainless steel cooking grates along with a front mounted temperature pointer and a central one.
However, one does not stop here. It has a smoking box with a rotisserie and an additional integrated griddle. Whether you also want to add options for smoking or browning your food, this grill has you covered.
Weber Summit S-470
It wouldn’t be a Best of Grill list without a Weber somewhere on it. They’ve proven they make fantastic charcoal and propane grills, and here they show off their skill and craft with a natural gas option in the form of the gorgeous Summit S-470.
However, it does not stop with the aesthetics. That’s more than a solid actor.
It offers a total output of 48,800 BTUs on its 4 burners, located under the 580 square inch cooking grates. There is a 110 square inch warming rack to one side, giving you even more work space.
It features an instant ignition button for quick and easy starting and an additional burner, such as.
This is truly a luxury grill that’s more of a shiny kitchen on wheels.
Weber Spirit II 310
Another grill, another Weber. But that more than justifies its place on this list.
What Weber has always done really well is pack a lot of power into a compact size, and the Spirit II 310 is no different.
This grill is an upgrade of the original Spirit 310, adding even more power, higher cooking temperatures and a third burner to the mix.
None of this comes at the expense of what made the original 310 so great in the first place, and this grill manages to take the best of some of the world’s largest natural gas grills and condense it to a more modest size. , respected grill.
It’s 30,000 BTUs, so while it’s a little weaker than the Summit does, it’s about as powerful per burner.
These burners sit beneath cooking grates and provide 529 square inches of cooking surface. That’s a generous amount of space, so YOU don’t have to fight for space when grilling at home.
This grill also features Weber new GS4 grilling system, which aims to provide an improved ignition system, better burners, flavor bars, and grease management system( source ).
For the skeptics among us, we’re forgiven for thinking this is little more than a marketing ploy, but it marks a fantastic step forward for the Weber brand.
The flavor bars are designed to minimize flare -ups and vaporize greasy residue, while their burners are designed to withstand the most intense grilling sessions. This thing is built to last.
The combination of rods and burners ensure this is one of Weber smoothest grills, ensuring near-pristine grilling throughout your cooking surface. No cold spots, no breakouts. That’s impressive for a gas grill, and I’m excited to see Weber at the forefront of improving the world of gas grilling.
Thanks to its ignition system, it is ready to use and ready to cook in about 10 minutes.
Weber Genesis E-335
In truth, almost any grill from the Weber Genesis range would work just fine. They all have fantastic performance under a large grilling surface and are easy to use.
But for our pick, we went with the Genesis E-335. It’s a great mid-range alternative that offers 39,000 BTUs of power to its 3 main burners. It also has a burner for browning and an additional infrared burner for heating sauces and marinades.
It also features the WS4 Grease Management System to reduce maintenance and its Infinity Ignition System for fast, safe starting.
Broil King Regal S590
“Regal” is quite a flashy name, but rather than just a bit of marketing bragging rights, Broil King has created a grill that certainly has an air of royalty.
There is no getting around the fact that this is a large grill that is sure to take up a lot of space in the home. But very few jump into the natural gas game just to use something tiny. If you’re also looking for something heavier, this could be the grill for you.
It has a whopping 625 square inches of cooking surface and also offers a warming rack area.
Not to be outdone by Weber WS4 system, Broil King has their Flav-R-Wave system which also ensures smooth, even heat distribution as well as digital instant-on capability. It also has what Broil King calls its Linear Flow Temperature Control System, which is designed for precise temperature control.
Napoleon Prestige
I’ve covered Napoleon Prestige before as part of my written roundup of the best built-in gas grills , so I’m happy to include it here.
The Napoleon Prestige features 4 burners, a side burner and an infrared burner, all in a low cavity.
But let’s get down to business and talk about the real star of the show: the performance.
The Prestige offers an incredible 99,000 BTUs of power with its 8 stainless steel burners, making it the most powerful grill on this list. Even performance, if it can sometimes be a vain measure, excellent cooking flexibility and quick start-up are guaranteed here.
Not only that, with 1,140 square inches of grilling space, it’s a grill monster.
Napoleon’s exclusive WAVE grills are among the best in the industry for even heat distribution while reducing the balance of fat or runoff in the system.
It’s also a quick and easy ignition system, as well as a heavy-duty rotisserie kit and easy grease management system.
What really sets it apart is its robustness. Sure, that’s to be expected from a built-in grill, but its steel body makes for fantastic durability and heat retention.
WeberQ3200
Sitting firmly at the other end of the Napoleon scale, the Q3200 offers a very welcome option for users who want a natural gas option that fits in a small space.
If you want a monster backyard grill then this isn’t the one for you, but if space is tight in yours you could do a lot worse than the Q3200.
Despite its small size, it still packs an impressive 21,700 BTUs under 462 square inches of grilling space.
It only allows for 2 burners but is more than a match for grilling and allows you to make the most of cooking techniques such as indirect grilling.
Its grilles are porcelain-enamelled, resulting in perfect heat distribution and retention of elements.
Don’t let the size or price fool you. This is a cheap budget gas grill.
Summit Weber S-670
The Summit S-670 is a beautiful grill and is definitely one of the best Webers out there right now.
It has a total cooking area of 693 square inches with an impressive 60,000 BTUs on 6 main burners.
It features Weber’s remarkable Snap-Jet ignition system for quick starts, a variety of burners including a sear channel burner, side burner, smoker burner and mounted rotisserie burner.
It also has stainless steel cooking grates and Weber famous Flavorizer Bars to reduce flare-ups and even cook.
Napoleon LEX 605
The Napoleon LEX 605 could be the best option for you if you want a lot of cooking space. It offers 850 square inches of counter space to work with, allowing you to prepare large batches of food for large parties.
It offers excellent heat coverage from its 6 infrared burners, leaving no part of your cooking area. The wave pattern grilles provide better coverage, and the infrared setting helps utilize heat more efficiently than traditional propane grills.
Even grilling, no flare-ups. This is quickly as good as a natural gas grill.
The 6 burners also give you flexibility to allow YOU to set up multi-zone cooking while independently controlling the side burners and warming racks.
A powerful and beautifully designed unit that offers one of the best natural propane grilling experiences around. If your budget allows.
Weber Genesis II S-435
As with many of their grills, the Weber Genesis II S-435 is a great value entry point into the mighty propane grill. They compromise on grilling performance and fuel efficiency, but pack plenty of features to deliver a fantastic cooking experience.
Flavor bars have been a mainstay of Weber propane models since the 1980’s. They are designed to capture and reuse run-off water to enhance your food while reducing smoke and flames on the grill’s surface.
It features a side sealing station, which is always a sign of a solid propane unit, as well as a 198 square inch warming rack. This helps to provide a complete grilling experience throughout the generous cooking cavity.
Like all current Weber propane supplements, the S-435 is compatible with the Weber iGrill 3 app. This is a thermometer system that gives much better temperature readings across the entire Weber range. My gripe here is that the hardware for the app doesn’t come with the grill and has to be purchased separately.
All in all, an entry-level, faster grill that has many of the usual positive attributes that we often see in Weber grills . It’s not as powerful or economical as Elite grills, but if you’re working on a budget, it’s one of the best options for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a burning question about natural gas grills? Here are my quick questions and answers(pardon the pun) to help you figure out everything you need to know.
What Are the Advantages of a Natural Gas Grill?
One of the first things buyers think about when buying a new grill is the type of fuel they want to use and what the rent for that fuel WILL be in the lavish future.
This is where natural gas stands out. Running your grill off a natural gas line saves you money as it runs at a fraction of the cost of propane.
Not only that, but no more trips to the store when the tank is read and no more keg changes. Once you’re hooked up to a gas line, you’re good to go.
Natural gas also burns cleaner than propane(source). Being eco-friendly may not be everyone’s top priority, but reducing the gases coursing through your garden or patio will make a significant difference.
Finally setting up natural gas grills is easy. Once your line is in place and connected, you’re good to go.
There are a few things to consider before you get excited. With only one line attached, you can’t move your grill from there, so it lacks the portability that many gas grills offer. Hence & you need to invest in a good grill cover to ensure it is protected from the elements.
What are BTUs?
British Thermal Units(BTUs) represent the maximum power a grill can produce in one hour. Each burner on a grill has a BTU number, and a grill’s BTU measurement is usually displayed as a total for each of its burners. In general, the higher the BTU in a grill, the more powerful it is.
However, do not trade this for better performance. Heat storage and distribution are also important. There’s no point in having all that power if you can’t use it efficiently. You’re looking for grills with high BTUs, excellent insulation, and porcelain-enamelled grates. Infrared burners are also a big plus.
What are Flavor Bars?
Many new styles of grills have an aroma bar or “flame control system” built in under the cooking grates. However, this is much more than a gimmick and actually performs a key function in assisting grill performance.
The bars, often built in a V-shape, catch and drain greasy or liquid residues from food during cooking. Not only does this help you keep your grill clean, but more importantly, it helps reduce the risk of flare-ups that can reflect cooking temperatures and ruin food.
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