/>Weber is considered to be the American standard for serious home grillers and entertainers. They have a wide variety of grills for every type of cooking from liquid propane grills to charcoal grills and smokers that appeal to any grill master. For those who are just beginning their grilling experiences; the Spirit series offers 2 to 3 burner units that range from 26,500 BTU to 32,000 BTU heat power. This line has porcelin-enamled cast iron grates and Flavorizer Bars that catch the drippings giving your food the smokey flavor that everyone craves.
The Genisis ll & LX series is where Weber really shines with the new GS4 System: Inifnity Ignition, High Performance Burners, Flavorizer Bars, and Grease Management System. Along with the GS4 Sysytem, experience quality porcelain enameled cast iron grates, an open cart design, iGrill capabilities, and storage equipped with a fuel reader in the Genisis ll series. Set up to the premium LX series and get stailess steel cooking grates and Flavorizer Bars, grill cabinets, handle lights, and back lit knobs. The new and improved burners are made to evenly distribute heat from front to back to accomplish a full cooking service area. The heat power can range anywhere from 26,000 BTU to a high 72,000 BTU with a 12,000 BTU side burner. There is also a high-heat setting to give the perfect sear on a steak to lock in the juices.
Don't forget about Weber's variety of charcoal grills that come in various sizes. Charcoal cooking gives a unique flavor and touch to foods but there is the dreadful thought of cleaning up ash at the end. With Weber's One Touch cleaning system, relieving the griller fear and providing easy clean up. Other features include stainless steel cooking crates, heated shield handles, and a porcelain enameled bowl lid.
For the tech savvy cooks our there, download the free iGrill Weber app on your smart phone device. The iGrill is a portable thermometer that can keep track of your cooking while you can continue to enjoy the party and entertain by tracking the internal temperature. Lastly, Weber has consistently offered serious grilling enthusiast a reliable grill for a good price offering a limited 10-2 year limited warranty on certain parts.
Broil King is a strong alternative to Weber for the value conscious consumer. The Broil King line will have a range from a patio size grill providing 24,000 BTU burner and cast iron cooking grates to full size 76 wide freestanding unit with 60,000 burner out put. Some of the feature that stand out in the introductory models are the Dual Tube that is designed to ensure a consistent flame from front to back giving off an even heat and the Linear-Flow letting you control the heat to set the perfect setting for searing, roasting or slow cooking. With exception of the Gem and Monarch series, all grills will have stainless steel grates. Do not forget about their Smoke series offerings for the griller who seeks the smoky, charcoal flavor.