Best Portable Grills of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

PKGO Charcoal Grill This was a very solid charcoal grill and the only reason it fell off the main list is because it is so heavy. While it is a manageable size, at 35 pounds it is a little heavier than a grill I would personally want to lug around. The PKGO is solidly built and has a very cool dual function where the lid pops off and flips over into a hibachi so you can double your cooking surface and get that hibachi sear that is close to the coals when you are looking for it. If you don’t mind a little extra weight on your grill

Everdure Cube Portable Charcoal Grill: I really like this small and stylish charcoal grill with its built-in cutting board and prep container. The only thing keeping it off this list was the high price, but it’s currently on sale for $162. It’s well-built and easy to maneuver (under 20 pounds), and if you’ve got some extra cash lying around, I say go for it.

Magma Firebox Single Burner: This is another grill I liked, but it’s not portable or affordable. The burner alone weighs 26 pounds and originally cost $450 (although it currently has a steep clearance), but you have to grill top accessorywhich is currently sold out. This model was designed with boaters in mind, so when you set sail, you might want to take a closer look at the expensive Magma.

Giantex Tabletop Propane Grill: I had no major issues with this grill. It worked great, got hot, and cooked evenly. Compared to the Weber Q and NomadiQ, I just like the design of those smaller gas grills better. The Weber Q is sturdier and has those handy built-in shelves, while the NomadiQ is simply the most portable gas grill I’ve ever seen. This is a great grill and well worth the $300 MSRP.

Char-Broil Portable Gas Grill: This grill is cheap and the product matches the price tag. It was flimsy once it was put together and didn’t feel like it would last more than a season. For $50, what more can you expect? If you need something to get you through a camping weekend or two, this should do the trick.

Char-Broil: Char-Broil Deluxe table grill: While the Char-Broil above may work as a no-frills budget grill, this model is far too poorly designed and built to waste $70. One of the worst in the small grill category for value, and an absolute letdown.

BioLite Grill and Fire Pit: This is a solid option if you want a fire pit that can convert into a grill for the beach and backyard. This $250 model worked well, but we felt the construction was a little cheap for such an expensive grill.