Camping season is upon us. For those emerging from their winter cocoons and our snowbird friends alike, it’s time to get grilling!
To get those juices flowing, we thought that rather than write another “best of” article, we would create a “best of the best” list of portable gas grills for RVs.
Criteria
We rounded up 11 articles on the best portable propane grills for 2020. We consulted only lists created specifically for RV owners. We looked at freestanding and tabletop models. There was a surprising amount of variety, with a number of models receiving only one or two mentions.
But these five rose to the top as the best of the best for 2020.
Coleman RoadTrip LXE
This was the hands-down winner. The Coleman RoadTrip LXE is the only freestanding grill that made the cut, and it was mentioned on all but one of the 11 lists we consulted. Four ranked it number one.
Dimensions: 46 x 18 x 35 inches
Weight: 51.2 pounds
Total BTU: 20,000
Burners: 2
Cooking surface area: 285 sq. in.
Construction: Porcelain-coated cast-iron grates
Grill on stand weight: 44 lbs
Price: $189.99
What reviewers liked:
Low price, easy assembly, easy transport, InstaStart ignition, two independently adjustable burners, large cooking surface, interchangeable cooktops (griddle top sold separately).
What they didn’t like:
Heavy. They tend to rust. Some customers claim poor customer service.
Weber Q-1000 Liquid Propane Grill
The Weber Q-1000 Liquid Propane Grill unit received six #1 ratings in our roundup. The Q-1000 is a smaller version of the third-ranking Q-2000 and a restyling of the classic Q-100, or Baby Q.
Dimensions: 15.5 x 51.4 x 19.5 with tables out
Weight: 44 pounds
Total BTU: 8500
Burners: 1
Cooking surface area: 189 sq. in.
Construction: Stainless steel burner, porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates and cast aluminum lid and body
Price: $179.00
What reviewers liked:
Easy to assemble, quality build, temperature gauge, easy to clean, compact and lightweight, even heating.
What they didn’t like:
Needs to be preheated for 10-15 minutes, only one burner, no temperature gauge.
Weber Q-2200 Liquid Propane Grill
The Weber Q-2200 Liquid Propane Grill was only slightly behind its little brother with five #1 rankings. It is also a restyling, in this case of the Q-200.
Dimensions: 26 x 51.4 x 25.1 inches
Weight: 43.5 pounds
Total BTU: 12,000
Burners: 1
Cooking surface area: 280 sq. in.
Construction: Stainless steel burner, porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates, and cast aluminum lid and body
Dimensions: 15.5 x 32.5 x 19.5 inches
Price: $269.00
This is the priciest grill in the roundup, but it has many loyal fans who believe it’s well worth the cost.
What reviewers liked:
Easy to assemble, quality build, a little larger than most portable units, stainless steel burner, electronic ignition, temperature gauge, foods cook evenly, temperatures easy to control, even heat distribution, folding side tables.
What they didn’t like:
Expensive, heavy, heats slowly. Some felt that the model it replaced (the Q200) was sturdier.
Cuisinart CGG-306 Professional Tabletop Gas Grill
The Cuisinart CGG-306 Professional Tabletop Gas Grill is the least expensive unit on the list.
Dimensions: 22.5x 13 x 17 inches
Weight: 22
Total BTU: 20,000
Cooking surface area: 276 sq.
Burners: 2
Construction: Stainless steel
Price: $200.88
What reviewers liked:
Lightweight, two burners, temperature gauge, ignition button, large cooking surface, warming rack, stainless steel drip tray, locking hood, easy to clean, foldable legs.
What they didn’t like:
Assembly required, drip pan, no carrying handles. Some had issues with the Piezo igniter.
Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Portable Gas Grill with VersaStand
The Cuisinart Petite Gourmet Portable Gas Grill with VersaStand is by far the smallest and lightest weight of the models reviewed. It has a telescoping stand for use as a freestanding or tabletop unit. Some customers have complained of poor-quality build, but it remains highly rated.
Dimensions: 16 x 16.5 x 13 inches
Weight: 2.2 pounds
Total BTU: 5500
Cooking surface area: 145 sq. in.
Burners: 2
Construction: Steel with stainless steel burner and porcelain-enameled grate
Price: $149.99
What reviewers liked:
Telescoping stand, heats quickly, more spacious than it looks, cooks evenly, cools quickly, grates can go in the dishwasher, folds up for storage.
What they didn’t like:
No temperature gauge, small drip pan, knobs tricky to operate, less-than-stellar customer service!
Wrap Up
So there you have it. The best of the best for portable grills for RV’ing in 2020. Wherever your travels take you this summer, we wish you happy trails and bon appetit!