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What are the Best Gas Grills under $300?

Need to a great propane gas grill for less than 300 dollars?


If you have a three hundred dollar budget, you have room to get a really nice outdoor BBQ. Summer is coming and we are all dreaming of a shiny new outdoor grill on the patio, and I can't wait for a mouthwatering steak. A unit that is built to last, heats at all temps evenly, easy to clean and is perfect for summer evenings on the deck, broiling steaks and fresh vegetables for friends or family.

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There are many appliances around this price point and they are definitely not created equally. It takes a long time to research these so here is an awesome shortlist of those worthy of the title Best Gas Grills under $300 in 2013. I have noticed, many were higher priced ($400-$500) models from last year and are a real steal now.

These are included based on sturdy construction, great cooking results, value and the best reviews from owners that not only like these outdoor cooking appliances, but love them! These are the top-selling, highest-rated barbecues. Enjoy!

Image is of our old bad old flare-up BBQ with a succulent Galloway beef steak on it (NathantheGreat).

Most popular Gas grills under $300

Although there are premium portable gas grills, three hundred dollars can get you a nice backyard BBQ that will last longer than the bargain ones. We had a little Charbroil BBQ surprise us with a long useful life for under $100, but you do get what you pay for. I can't wait to try the new IR outdoor barbecueing, we just got one with that for cooking succulent steaks.

Char-Broil Quantum Infrared Urban Gas Grill with Folding Side Shelves

"cooks quickly, keeps food juicy, absolute BEST grill for the money""

The Award winning Char-Broil Quantum Infrared Urban has a unique infrared cooking system that seals in flavor and juices and eliminates flare ups. Do not be intimidated by IR cooking technology. The resulting steaks are highly reviewed!

Both burners have their own temperature gauge above the control knob and works at the grate level for a true heat reading. Add wood chips directly onto the cooking grates for flavor with no flare ups. Starts easily and frustration free with a Surefire Electronic Ignition.

Char-Broil Quantum with Folding Side Shelves
The primary cooking grid is a 320 Square Inch infrared grilling area with a 125 sq in secondary cooking or heating surface. The compact Char Broil Quantum barbecue has wide range of cooking temperatures. The Stainless Steel lid and control panel, heavy duty folding side shelves, and an enclosed cart with stainless steel door are sturdy, and add convenience.

Top Char-Broil BBQs to buy for less than $300

These really are diverse designs from Char broil in this price range. The IR grills are the latest thing and have rave reviews from new users, and it sounds like the learning curve isn't too bad either. So whether you want a handsome stainless number or a kettle grill, they have them all, and top rated.

Broil King 934664 Monarch 40

"cooks beautifully, hot evenly heated grilling surface, very well made"

Broil King 934664 Monarch 40 Liquid Propane Gas Grill with Side Burner, Stainless Steel/BlackBroil King 934664 Monarch 40 with 10,000-BTU Side Burner has 350 square inches of porcelain coated cast iron cooking grids as the primary cooking area that are heated by a 35,000-BTU stainless-steel burner. The heavy grid retains heat and sears steaks, seafood, and veggies beautifully. With the warming rack, there 520 square inches of total cooking space.

Broil King 934664 Monarch 40
The Flav-R-Wave burner system vaporizes fat drippings, infusing authentic barbecue flavor through the food. The hood is an extra-thick, deep, rust-proof cast-aluminum oven. Other convenience accessories include the rotary ignition system and a stainless-steel Accu-temp thermometer. Also this premium barbecue has drop-down side shelves, with cooking utensil hooks and bins for condiments, for space saving between BBQs.

The Monarch 20 device carries a limited lifetime warranty on the Therma-Cast aluminum oven, 5-year warranty on the stainless-steel burner and a 2-year warranty on the rest of the grilling appliance.

Best Portable Grills under $300

These are top quality grills that happen to be perfect for camping and Rving. Folding or retractable legs and even wheels makes these ultra-portable and easy to set up even without a pickernick table. I think the best picnics have tasty burgers, but don't forget the relish!

Broil-Mate 155154 Liquid Propane

"excellent value for price, powerful and cooks well, good workmanship

Broil-Mate 155154 Liquid Propane Gas Grill, Black and Black ChromeBroil-Mate 155154 Liquid Propane Gas BBQ has a generous 700-Square inch of total cooking surface with 400 square inch of Porcelain coated cooking grids for broiling your prime rib.

Broil-Mate 155154 Liquid Propane Gas Grill, Black and Black Chrome
The 40000 BTU stainless steel dual-h burner and porcelain coated flav-r-wave cooking system give a wonderful sear and even heat.

Top Broil-Mate Gas barbecues on the market

Broil mates are decent barbecues and I think it is just a matter of deciding whether you want a side burner or not! If the kitchen is close, it may be easier to cook on the stove especially if it is windy where you live.

Dyna-Glo DGP350NP-D Smart Space Living Two-Burner LP Gas Grill

"great quality for compact size, heats up quickly, nice even heat"

The Dyna-Glo DGP350NP-D Smart Space is a well designed and high quality compact backyard BBQ. It has 2 stainless steel "P" shaped main burners with 15,000 BTU's each, for a total of 30,000 BTU's. Two heavy gauge enameled steel heat tents prolong the life of your burners as well as vaporizes juices dripping out of the broiling food.

Dyna-Glo Smart Space Living 30,000 BTU 2-Burner Propane LP Gas BBQ
The 350 sq inches of heavy-duty enameled cast iron cooking grates retain heat to sear foods. Collapsible side tables for true space efficiency between uses, and this BBQ cooker moves around easily and the wheels lock in place when in use. This comes with a full length cover to protect this barbecueing equipment from the elements.

Best Rated Infrared Gas Grills around $300

I had read about IR technology on BBQs and am glad I tried it. I just bought a Napoleon propane grill with IR and it is awesome technology! Pork chops or steak are succulent and juicy and cook surprisingly fast and very tasty which is what it is all about in the end. We love it. Maybe it is time for you to give IR grilling a try.

Weber 566002 Q 220 Gas BBQ

"love this grill, heats up fast, fantastic"

Weber 566002 Q 220 Gas GrillThe Weber 566002 Q 220 is a high quality barbecue with push-button ignition to make life easy, and has 280-square-inches of cooking area. An infinitely adjustable burner valve with a high-quality regulator allows a wide range of cooking temperatures.

The glass-reinforced nylon frame and a cast aluminum lid prolong the life and repel corrosion. For super easy cleaning, these barbecues have a porcelain-enamel cast-iron cooking grid and a handy drip pan.

Weber 566002 Q 220
The Weber Q220 Operates on a standard 14.1- or 16.4-ounce propane cylinder, but purchase accessories to convert to a 20lb lp gas tank for cheaper running costs. That is ideal for a permanent set up in a fixed location on the patio, garden, balcony or deck. This Weber portable barbecue is convenient to use use with 2 Tuck-Away work tables with built-in spatula and tong holders. 5-year limited warranty.

The highest rated portable grills, the Weber Q's

One day I will have one of these for the Airstream. These are solid little units that last forever! It is great to have the option of buying a well made Weber gas barbecue for a few hundred bucks.

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