Budget BBQ brilliance - 5 of the best value for money barbecues
When it comes to buying a barbecue, there are models to suit every budget and requirement. Some high-end models can set you back thousands of pounds “ but dont have to spend a fortune to enjoy the finest in al fresco dining.
In this post, we look at 5 of our favourite great-value budget models that deliver more barbecue for your buck.
1. Lifestyle 17 inch Kettle Charcoal BBQ
Simple but effective, this compact 17inch charcoal BBQ grill is the perfect starter barbecue, and a great introduction to the world of charcoal grilling. Features include a sturdy chrome plated cooking grill, an ash catcher, an enamelled bowl and lid, and a dual vent system for good heat control.
Portable, light and easy to use, the Lifestyle 17 inch Kettle Charcoal BBQ delivers fantastic value, and boasts extremely high quality materials and build quality “ especially considering its low price tag.
2. Lifestyle ½ barrel Charcoal BBQ
If youve got a lot of hungry mouths to feed this summer, but dont want to spend the earth, you simply cant go wrong with this large half-barrel charcoal grill from Lifestyle.
With two adjustable height chrome grills and a built in windshield, it delivers great cooking performance in a well-priced, generously proportioned package. Lightweight construction, a wheeled trolley and handy shelf make it both portable and practical, and cooking performance is up there with much pricier models.
As a metal model, it will need to be protected with the addition of a cover if youre going to keep it outside, but its a worthwhile investment.
3. Lifestyle Ebony & Silver 2 Burner Gas BBQ
If youre looking to enter the world of outdoor gas barbecuing on a budget, then the Lifestyle Ebony range is a great place to start. This small 2 burner model has a range of features that belie its low price, including a roasting hood, swing away warming rack, front screen and storage shelf, in addition to an integral piezo ignition.
Contemporary and stylish, its built to high standards, from good quality materials, and will provide you with high quality outdoor cooking performance and tasty bbq food for years to come.
4. Grillstream 2 Burner Roaster
Packed with advanced features and a generously proportioned cooking area, the Grillstream 2 Burner Roaster is perfect for those who want all the latest gas bbq technology, but dont want to spend the earth to get it.
With the patented Grillstream technology for extra BBQ flavour, a double grill manufactured from porcelain coated pressed steel, a cast iron griddle and double skinned porcelain coated roasting hood “ this really is all the barbecue youll ever need.
Additional features include independent jet flame ignition to each burner, a heat indicator and a warming rack, with a built-in base shelf and handy trolley. Available now at a fantastic low price, it compares well with gas bbqs that cost twice as much.
5. Napoleon Ultra Chef UC 430 BBQ Grill
Whilst this might be a little pricier than some of the other models in this post, the Napoleon Ultra Chef UC 430 delivers fantastic value, and it built to provide many years of faithful barbecue service.
With clean, contemporary stainless steel construction, its built to last, and features a range of premium, high quality features that improved cooking performance and put this model a cut above others in the price range.
Features include a durable, powder coated cabinet, 3 stainless steel burners, a side burner, warming rack, super-accurate ACCU-PROBE temperature gauge and flame tamers, combined with 48,000 BTUs of pure barbecuing power.
Keen Gardener Lowest Price Promise
At Keen Gardener, we offer a huge range of barbecues to suit every need, taste and budget “ and all of our models are covered by our lowest price promise.
Simply put, this means that if you see any of the models we sell cheaper elsewhere, were absolutely confident that we can beat it “ just give us a call on 01789 763 336.