Camping Grills & Portable Grills Here's what we learned about how to pick one while cooking with them in Food Network Kitchen. With this Coleman, you won’t have to worry about where to set up the grill or crouching down to cook. It sits sturdily on an integrated stand, making it ideal for tailgaters or campers who want to do some serious cooking. I wanted a gas grill that kept a nice even temperature once it was set. Since the Grill2Go comes almost completely assembled, setup was easy. Its box shape, large handles, and manageable weight make it easy to move into position on a tabletop, and it fit easily into the trunk of our vehicle. The Akorn Jr. charcoal grill got hotter than any other grill I tested, which is not surprising since charcoal grills often do. The shape and style of this grill make it very good for heat retention, heat distribution and evenness of grilling. If you’ve decided you want a portable charcoal grill, there is nothing like the Nomad—it’s expensive but worth it. Not only is it easy to pack and carry, it excelled at every cooking task I gave it. If you prefer a portable propane grill, Weber’s Traveler combines the quality Weber grills are generally known for with a smart design that is ready to take on the road. We cannot guarantee that the Go-Anywhere will boast the same heat output as its gas-powered competitors — that's up to you and your coal-stoking abilities. There is certainly a learning curve to mastering different heat zones, but cooking over charcoal potentially offers an accuracy that cannot be matched when cooking with gas. The tightly fitting vents are tough to adjust without gloves, and it takes time to skillfully manage these adjustments for perfect airflow. But we can assure you that with practice, this portable grill can allow you to master the art of cooking over an open flame and produce delicious food in the process, even on the go. Over the past 6 years, our experts have bought 22+ portable grills to test side-by-side. This updated review highlights 12 of the best to help you cook up delicious meals, even while on the road. Along with the base, the starter package ships with a grill grate, legs, two elevation bars, and a seasoned cast iron pan. Don't let a lack of outdoor space prevent you from enjoying a grilled steak or vegetables this summer. Those without a patio large enough for a five-burner flat-top grill can still cook up meat and plant-based burgers and dogs—with grill marks! They're small enough for a balcony or patch of grass outside your back door, plus you can pack them up for car camping and tailgating. While this is decidedly low tech, it’s easy enough, though we ended up creating a cloud of charcoal dust every time. Like its little brother, the Jumbo Joe heats evenly and can reach temperatures well above what’s needed for searing. In fact, in our tests the grill surface got so hot that we needed to keep close tabs on our burger and kabobs to avoid overcooking the outside. This intense heat allowed us to achieve a thick char on the surface of our burger, which turned out juicy and flavor packed. The Char-Broil Grill2Go is slightly more expensive but cooks with the quality of an infrared burner and includes additional features like a thermometer built into the lid. The Grill2Go has a maximum 9,500 Btu output, versus the Weber Q 1200’s 8,500 Btu. After we preheated it for five minutes on high, the Grill2Go reached over 600 degrees Fahrenheit, while the Weber Q 1200 never broke 525 °F. Char-Broil claims its “TRU Infrared cooking system” eliminates flare-ups, but we still had to manage moderate flares while cooking burgers, chicken, and brats. We rounded up our top selections that include the best grills for all kinds of travelers and grillers. No grilling experience is complete without the necessary Weber grilling tools and accessories to get the job done. If you do not already have tools and accessories from your Weber charcoal grill or gas grill, load up to tackle any BBQ job. It's important to keep your grill clean to extend its longevity and prevent safety issues. This Cuisinart grill features a 5,500-BTU burner and an electronic ignition, as well as a built-in temperature gauge. The fact that the grill is so easy to clean also helps with on-the-go cooking. The porcelain finish is nonstick, so it's easy to wipe it down after letting it cool for a little while, according to our tester. Charcoal grills’ simple construction is what makes them budget friendly. Never use a portable grill in your kitchen or any other indoor space. Portable charcoal, gas, and wood pellet grills all emit carbon monoxide during the cooking process. Carbon monoxide is tasteless, odorless, and invisible, but when it accumulates in enclosed spaces, it can kill. Traeger wood pellet grills offer precise temperature control that gas and charcoal simply can't match.