Still the best Labor Day Grill deals: get a Traeger, Ooni, Kamado Joe and more for less

Even though Labor Day is officially over, it didn’t take all the great deals with it. In fact, you can still grab some serious savings on the best grills from brands like Kamado Joe and Ooni , and why wouldn’t you? Our experts have picked out the best Labor Day grill deals available right now, so let’s get started.

If you’re new to grilling, check out our grill buying guide . It covers everything you need to know to find the perfect grill for your taste, space, and budget. From high-heat Kamado grills to easy-to-use gas grills, there are plenty of options to explore.

While you’re at it, you might also want to check out our roundups of the best Labor Day sales on tech, appliances, mattresses, and more. Act fast, or you’ll miss out on some great deals.

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Best Pellet Grill Deals on Labor Day

Our favorite pellet grill on the market is getting its first sale since Prime Day this holiday weekend, so if you’re ready to dive into nest-level grilling and smoking, now’s the time. Traeger kicked off the category’s popularity, and the Ironwood XL combines the flavor of charcoal with the easy controls of a gas grill. The Ironwood XL uses a downdraft exhaust and superior lip seal to create an even, smoky interior and wonderfully precise temperature control, and its 924 square inches of cooking space will let you whip up a feast of flavorful meats.

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Best Labor Day Gas Grill Deals

Char-Broil may be famous for its charcoal grills, but it also makes a great gas grill for those of us who want easy grilling without having to spend an hour tending to the coals. This cabinet-style gas grill keeps things looking nice and shiny by hiding the propane tank. A series of emitter plates prevent flare-ups and distribute heat evenly, but there are no fiddly controls or apps, just three burners (four with the side burner), an igniter, and some LED lights to see what you’re doing.

You will receive an additional 10% discount if you sign up for the Charbroil mailing list.

More Labor Day Gas Grill Deals

• Weber Spirit E-215 2-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill: $449 (Save $50): A reliable grill for guests, large families and grill masters.
• Weber Spirit SX-315 3-Burner Gas Grill: $649 (save $220): A grill designed for multitasking, with three burners, enameled cast iron cooking grates, and a stainless steel finish.
• Dyna-Glo 4-Burner Propane Gas Grill: $179 (Save $120):This grill can do everything from preparing a roast chicken to boiling water.
• Pit Boss Ultimate Outdoor Gas 4-burner Grill Plate: $559 (Save $140): A massive appliance for serious grilling, with a 60 sq. ft. cooking area, 46,000 BTU, lift-off technology for easy transport, and chrome-plated handles and knobs.
• Ooni Karu 16 multi-fuel outdoor pizza oven: $649 (save $150): Ooni makes some of our favorite pizza ovens and this one can be fired by wood or gas.
• Blackstone 1883 Original 28-inch Griddle: $330 (Save $70): Make smash burgers, cheesesteaks, and more on this classic, flat-top grill.

Best Small & Portable Grill Deals

If you’re stuck in an apartment (like me) and can’t enjoy any of the grills we’ve discussed so far, fear not! We can still get the grilling experience we crave with portable electric grills like the Ninja Woodfire. Like all Ninja products, this 7-in-1 grill may try to do a little too much — like air fry on top of being a grill — but the addition of a small pellet smoking chute allows you to get some of that smoky goodness without the smoke and nearly day-long cook time. Just make sure you clean that chute very thoroughly after every use.

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What to Buy After Your Grill

If you purchase a grill on Labor Day, Please Do yourself a favor and get a weatherproof cover for it right away. Even if it doesn’t rain often, even if your grill is a cute ceramic egg in a cute color, rainwater is a grill’s natural enemy, and no one wants to have the frame or hood of their shiny new grill rusted around the edges because you didn’t bother to throw a cover on after it cooled down. More than thermometers, grill scrapers, or any other essential grilling accessory you’ve got your eye on, you need to start with a grill cover.

If the manufacturer’s cover is too expensive, check the dimensions and how it’s secured (with ties, velcro, buckles) before you grab it. Grill covers that don’t fit will create moldy puddles or holes, and if you can’t secure it, the wind can blow it right off.

How We Pick the Best Labor Day Deals

At CNET, we have a team of expert shoppers and bargain hunters with years of experience helping shoppers understand which big sales and deals are legit and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, the Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We’ve gotten really good at weeding out the scams and superficial deals. We look at real discounts, quality ratings and time left on the sale when choosing which deals to show you.

• Real discounts mean just that. We look at the price history of all items sold to make sure that no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem bigger than it is.
  
• Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for big purchases like grills, furniture, and appliances. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn’t really worth it.
  
• The remaining sale time is a big part of our review process. If a deal seems short or only available for remaining stock, we will let you know up front so you don’t come back to the deal later and be disappointed.

When do Labor Day deals end?

These grill deals should last until September 2nd, but there’s always a chance they could sell out quickly, especially since grills aren’t as well-stocked as electronics or indoor appliances. While there could still be a few deals going live between now and Labor Day itself, most grill manufacturers and the retailers that stock them have already released the best deals they’re going to have, so I wouldn’t wait too long to make a purchase.

If none of the grills on sale are to your taste, check out CNET’s favorite charcoal grills, gas grills, portable grills, pellet smokers and kamado grills of the year and find your match made in flame-kissing heaven.