UK’s best gas bbq – get authentic charred flavour from a gas bbq!!!

A fantastic option for the larger family is the Cosmogrill 6+1 pro gas grill and I have to say at this money it’s worth the investment. I prefer it over Weber and Campingaz on price and the quality has stood the test of time, since I wrote this article two year ago this unit has stood up remarkably well – we aren’t talking Weber quality though when directly compared as they are direct competition for the best gas bbq.

It doesn’t matter how big you or your tribe’s appetites are, with this six burner bbq you can definitely have enough food on the go to satisfy them all. When you’re cooking up a king sized feast, it helps to have everything you need at hand, and the CosmoGrill 6+1 burner bbq makes that easier, with plenty of storage space beneath the grill for utensils and other equipment. You could even stick you kids under there when they’re playing up a bit too much (joking).

Keeping the heat regulated is always important when you’re the king of the grill, and with features like a double layered bbq hood, compete with aluminium inner layer and a built in thermometer, that task has been simplified by CosmoGrill; with individual controls for the six burners, you can cook things on different parts of the two separate grills at different heats and speeds, so you can always get your family’s orders right, no matter what their preferences are: rare, medium, or well done and I’d say these controls are easily on par with the more expensive brands when compared.

There are two large side tables, one on either side of the main grill, and the left side one also doubles up as a side burner, perfect for cooking up sauces, and soups while your steaks and burgers get the grill treatment. When you’re done with the day’s grilling, you have the inevitable ‘pleasure’ of cleaning up, but thankfully that has been made a little less messy with the removable grease tray. I’d have to say, anyone that is slow with cleaning and maintenance won’t be disappointed – here’s what you can expect your grill to look like if left out for a couple of years and used frequently:

At 43 kilograms in weight, it is unlikely that this gas bbq will be blowing away in the wind, but it has been fitted with four heavy duty caster wheels so that you can push it around without breaking your back. The wheels have brakes on them that can lock the barbecue in place, giving you a really stable cooking platform to work with.

Now you don’t get anything for free in this life, and the price you pay for this stunning looking gas bbq (apart from the price tag) is the time you need to spend assembling it, as it arrives flat pack style. With a few of you working together though, you should be able to have this bad boy set up in a couple of hours or so.

Please be aware that a regulator for the gas doesn’t come with this bbq and will have to be bought separately, but they’re easy enough to come by and not expensive.
The ComsoGrill 6+1 burner gas bbq is available in black or silver, and both colours looked fantastic. In addition, the overall finish of this bbq is excellent and it really does give off a vibe of premium quality.

This 6+1 gas bbq is available to buy for £399.99 with free delivery from Amazon. Buy it now and whip up a colossal barbecued feast that your family will love.

If you truly want one of the best gas bbq grills out there, and are willing to pay the extra for it, then the Campingaz 3 series LS plus could be just the right model for you.
This is a premium gas bbq in every sense of the word and everything from the materials, to the build quality, to the cooking performance is truly excellent.

The enamelled cast iron cooking grid is not only a good size at 61 x 46 cm, but the heat distribution across the grill is extremely even, with 90 percent of the cooking surface being able to reach a uniform 250 degrees or more. This is thanks to the 3x 3.2kW 9.6 kw stainless steel tube burners that perform outstandingly well and definitely plenty of output heat – I would chose this over my overall top pick if you’re looking for cheaper or don’t need the sheer grill space. You can get a serious bit of grilling done on a 3 burner.

Here’s a look at their sales video before we get moving – it’s a nice walk around:

The extra side burner is less powerful at 2.4kw, but is more than up to the job of preparing side dishes and sauces, and is actually quite large, allowing you to use decent sized saucepans or frying pans on there.

The enamelled warming rack too has enough length and depth to hold more than a few smaller items on there at the same time. You’re not going to get a whole roast chicken on there or anything silly like that, but it’s a good place to slow cook some thinner cuts of beef after a quick sear on the main grill, providing you can get the heat high enough.

This 3 burner gas bbq has been designed with what the makers call their ‘InstaClean’ system. Basically, most of the parts of the cooking area that get dirty and greasy can be removed super easily and then just popped into a dishwasher or a bowl of soapy warm water. It really does make keeping the bbq in top condition so much easier, and this of course prolongs the working life of it.

There is a ton of storage space in the cupboard beneath the grill, so you can have your plates, cutlery and whatever else you fancy keeping in there, close at hand. The large doors provide easy access too.

This is a heavy old beast at 53kg, but that is because a lot of the materials used are excellent quality and not flimsy, easily broken, tatt like you get on some cheaper gas barbecues. The weight isn’t a hindrance anyway, as the four lockable caster wheels are more than up to the job of supporting and moving the bbq around.

The Campingaz 3 series LS plus features a solid steel lid, complete with thermometer and large handle. The lid, when closed, sels down well to provide good insulation and protection for your food from surprise and unwanted weather changes.

This model is also compatible with the campingaz culinary modular system, so you can purchase their pizza stone, or other attachments like the wok, to give you more cooking options and invoke your inner Gordon Ramsey (minus the swearing), to please the family and keep things interesting.

While it certainly isn’t the cheapest model out there on the UK market, it is an outstanding one, and definitely one of the best 3 burner gas bbqs available, in my opinion. The instructions are clear and easy to understand, the cooking performance is excellent, it is incredibly easy to clean, and is built to last. And on top of all that, it has a two year warranty.

The Weber Genesis II E-410 GBS is basically one of those gas grills that says ‘anything you can do, I can do better’ without being an empty brag. This is the real deal as far as gas grills go and is easily justifiable being the top pick. And before we go into why, let’s take a look at this gas bbq:

As you can see from the walk around, the first thing you notice is the sheer class look of this unit. The only gas bbq that directly competes for looks in this review is the Char-Broil 140893 Advantage Series 225S but even then, I feel this is miles better.

it doesn’t stop there either, the 4 burner is 14kW which as the average of burners go, is a good 10-15% more output than the other gas burners in this review. In fact, it basically packs as much punch as the top pick Cosmogrill 6+1 pro gas which offers 12kW on 6 burners! In fact when you add the 7th burner it finally competes with the rating of just 4 from Weber. Obviously the trade off is the price. But what are the other differences?

The main difference is anti rust stainless steel actually means it. The Weber 670 I’ve seen tested extensively looks as good as new on the average night on the bbq. The quality of stainless and iron grates really is not comparable at all to the cheaper models:

You’ll like the side table, they are pretty sturdy but I don’t think they negate the need for an actual bbq side table – they just are not big enough. With that said, the neat hiding place for the gas bottle that’s easy access is a decent win – hardly surprising with these guys that have been designing bbq’s since the start.

The Char-Broil Performance SeriesTM T22G – 2 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill is a star performer but comes with the price tag. It’s only a 2 burner gas bbq but it’s high quality and built to last. If you’re looking for a long term, quality over quantity solution, then this is the pick and I would definitely take this over the Charles Bentley Deluxe Auto Ignition 2 Burner – though the price difference may have you thinking otherwise! The 6kW power is pretty impressive, right up there with the Campingaz at 3.1kW per burner so plenty of power for a small unit.

It comes with a modern true-infrared cooking system that is said to reduce flare ups and as a result keep the moisture in your food. It also results in up to 30% less gas being used, which is a nice bonus. These figures wildly vary though depending on your skills. If you’re advanced then there’s no way you can get these kind of figure improvements, but if your new, it’s a great way of getting up to professional standard with the assistance of technology.

It has a nice warming rack and folding shelves which stack away well. The best bit though is the cast iron cooking grates. These are high quality and will help give a nice charred look to your meat. This little gas bbq is absolutely ideal for four people, you can do plenty more if you stagger the food, which we all do anyway. Many favour a smaller bbq thats much higher quality then a large one that fails easily. Any which way you look at it, this is one of the best gas bbq grills you can get, if not the best gas bbq in the UK. If you think you need a bigger gas bbq, the way to go is the Char-Broil Performance Series T47G – 4 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill.

Unlike the cheaper versions that only offer 12 month warranty, the Char-Broil 140893 Advantage Series 225S – 2 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill goes for 2 years. They believe in their product and it’s a big step up from the cheap gas bbq offers when you compare them directly.

Apart from the odd complaint about self assembly which applies to all gas barbecues these days, this is practically faultless. It cleans well, it performs well, it’s great on fuel and so far is easily the top pick. You might argue the price is up there, but nothing can be done about that. You want quality, then you must pay up for it and this little barbecue will deliver!

The Charles Bentley Deluxe Auto Ignition 2 Burner Gas BBQ is no slouch. Just like the Charles Bentley 7 Burner Premium Gas Bbq Barbecue this is an excellent value for money gas bbq. I’ll put it straight out there, this is THE cheap gas bbq. You won’t get a better bit of kit that’ll give you a good few seasons for £99.99 in a hurry. Not one with hundreds of positive feedback all over the internet.

It has a nice tube burner setup that seems to last pretty well. There’s a handy removable grease tray and heat plate. There is the usual thermometer built in, warming rack, shelves, and pretty decent wheels that make it nice and mobile. With it only weighing 12.7kg it’s not difficult to move.

The griddle is pretty decent steel and the design lends itself to not having food stick. I would say be careful though, you could easily lose thinner items like thin sausages, but overall, its very nice indeed. With a hose and regulator included, you just can’t go wrong if you want cheap and cheerful. The best thing though by a mile is just how easy it is to put together. Like all barbecues its susceptible to a bit of rust but really, what do you want for £99.99? It’s a cracking deal and easy to see why so many love it.

It’s had to pick fault in this bargain 2 burner gas bbq. The Charles Bentley Deluxe Auto Ignition 2 Burner Gas BBQ seriously does itself justice. Of all the Charles Bentley range, they really did well here. I mean how can you sell a gas bbq at this price, make money, and keep the standard decent too? Well done I say!

The Campingaz Gas BBQ Adelaide 3 Woody is a nice piece of kit and I’ve included it for balance and more manufacturers. It has its problems if you get a factory dud and they are quite severe, but if you don’t, it’s an incredible bit of kit and one of the best gas bbq on the market. I should point out, of the few I know with a melting knob issue, thousands are absolutely fine and it’s not one to rule out for the sake of a couple of bad factory productions.

The Campingaz Gas BBQ Adelaide 3 Woody is a 3 burner setup that’s pretty well proportioned. It’s pretty easy to move about on two wheels and it comes in my favoured wood finished. Overall it’s a very accomplished bit of kit. The enamel stamped steel makes for a reliable cooking surface that cleans well and won’t wreck your food. You won’t find yourself pulling your burgers and sausages off a sticking grill which is very nice. It is also a gas bbq with hot plate.This allows you to cook the smallest food items.

The obvious problem with the Campingaz Gas BBQ Adelaide 3 Woody would be the melting knobs on the odd one that comes out as a factory dud. The assembly isn’t much fun when parts are missing but they won’t let you down, they will send a replacement. If you like a wooden finish, looking for a hot plate, and want a nice quality gas bbq then this is probably the one for you.

The CosmoGrill 4+1 Gas Burner Garden Grill BBQ Barbecue is a 4 burner gas bbq with an additional side burner. This is a seriously accomplished gas bbq and ideal for medium and large families. This is the no frills version of the CosmoGrill Deluxe 4+1 Gas Burner Grill BBQ Barbecue, the deluxe version is about £80 more and offer far more spec and not to be confused with this one but on a budget this is just the ticket! They also make a nice smoker too!

What I like most about this barbecue is the ability to cook so evenly. There are absolutely no cold spots and it moves pretty well on its two wheels. This obviously means you’ll need to lift but we rarely find a flat spot in the garden where four wheels is a huge advantage anyway…

Without stating the obvious, this barbecue really looks good. You’ll be surprised just how nice the paintwork looks when you pop it out of the box.

This review seems a little dull and that’s because it is. This is a no frills, nice looking gas bbq. It’s going on the cheap gas bbq list and offers decent value for money. It needs a hose and regulator too so factor that into the purchase price. It’s a definite buy for a family of four to five people on a budget. You’ll get a few years decent service out of it.

The CosmoGrill Deluxe 4+1 Gas Burner Grill BBQ Barbecue is honestly far more exciting to review than the basic model above. First off, what I really like is that Propane & Butane Gas is compatible with this model. That’s a big plus but remember you’ll need a regulator as it doesn’t come with one.

This model has far more gadgets as you would expect being the deluxe model. It has a very nice side burner and can easily handle enough food for a party of ten, more if you stage cook. For the price, it’s pretty much untouchable.

Cheap gas bbq: CosmoGrill Deluxe 4+1 Gas Burner Grill BBQ Barbecue

For me, the CosmoGrill Deluxe 4+1 Gas Burner Grill BBQ Barbecue is the cheapest gas bbq in the UK at the moment. This isn’t even a gas bbq sale, this is the normal price. You can get a discount by playing around with Amazon’s credit card but honestly, this is one of those cheap gas bbq deals with no thrills and silly huge price slash stunts. Actually if I’m honest, I think it’s the best deal in the UK at the moment with regards to a 4 burner gas bbq.

It has cracking enamelled grill plates which stop food sticking and subsequently help the cleaning process too. On that note, it’s a nice big drip tray though some have mentioned it won’t catch everything so bear that in mind. The hood works well enough and this is generally a good medium term solution.

For a cheap gas bbq it has issues. The first is the assembly takes a fair while. Make sure you have a solid hour for the assembly process and make sure you buy your gas and regulator too. You’ll need them to get up and running.

The biggest issue is the rust, this is something that has to be expected from buying budget. You’ve got two choices really. Get a cracking bit of kit that’ll last a good few years seriously cheap or pay up over double for a machine that will probably last twice as long. I don’t think you lose much either way, except the more expensive models generally clean easier. Overall though, there’s not a better 4 burner gas bbq for the money.

The Fire Mountain Everest 4 Burner Gas Barbecue is a very nice all round 4 burner gas bbq. It benefits from the higher quality enamelled cast iron grill plate and griddle so cleaning and cooking performance is right up there. That’s a real plus when you consider the price. It’s absolutely ideal for larger families and parties.

Another nice touch is the stainless steel hood which helps prolong life and reduce rust. The warming rack and the built in gauge for the temperature just adds to the flavour. No pun intended!

Coming with a regulator, good wheels to move it around, removable drip tray, and a couple of shelves, you’re wondering how this is so cheap? Well it’s certainly value but does have an issue or two.

The biggest complaint I face is the rust. This does seem to rust away quickly but I will say so many are sold that invariably a few will get beaten up more than others. I always factor you’ll get a good three or four years out of this. If you consider it’s half the price of a Char Broil, it still represents a pretty fair value for money.

The Char-Broil Performance Series T47G – 4 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill is a bigger version of the Char-Broil Performance SeriesTM T22G. Where do I start? This is the real deal as are all in the Char Broil gas bbq range. For a start, its by far the best looking gas bbq we’ve reviewed so far and the performance certainly matches the looks. The anti flare up tech really works and will protect your food that is for certain. If you’re not the best on the barbecue, this grill will help you out and raise the standard considerably.

They make the same claim regarding reduced fuel consumption and improved moisture held in the meat as the T22G. Being four burners this will cook for big parties and large families effortlessly. The burners are stainless steel which means this is going to really last well. It comes with the sure fire electric starter and is generally a high quality piece of equipment.

The wheels have locking castors which is nice because on even surfaces this thing is so manouvrable that it could move away from you. The side burner and grate level temp gauge is pretty much the icing on the cake. A genuinely high quality gas bbq and well worth the asking price.

I’ve added this as no fault but I would say the odd production dud does get through. I didn’t feel it fair to mark it down for a few odd issues over the thousands of happy customers. If you’re looking for a large family gas barbecue then you won’t go far wrong with this lovely bit of kit!

First up on our list of reviews is the Charles Bentley 7 Burner Premium Gas Bbq Barbecue Side Burner. Now this is a serious piece of kit for not a lot of money! If you refer to our 6 burner gas bbq section, you’ll quickly understand this is one of the biggest gas barbecues that you can get for home use and priced at just , it probably makes it one of the cheapest gas bbq options as well.

The Charles Bentley 7 Burner Premium Gas Bbq Barbecue Side Burner is a pretty substantial bit of kit with a long list of spec; weighing 37kg this is a two man operation to lift, though once you have it on an even surface the wheels make it very light and manoeuvrable.

This is the ideal barbecue for a large family or those that wish to entertain a large gathering. It’s very easy to use and understand, almost in the same way you use the oven! The 6 individual gas burners provide ample space for even and accurate cooking by creating different heat zones. Should your skills be up to the task, this gas bbq will allow you to produce professional quality barbecues time and time again.

Having an insulated hood means you’ll keep food warmer, for longer, without the use of fuel. A real benefit for the environment and the pocket.

That’s not all( I did mention this was seriously spec heavy), it comes with a removable drip tray for easy cleaning and a side table for cleanly food preparation. There’s a few hooks for your barbecue utensils and even a sauce rack.

With a warming rack built in and a thermometer in the hood, no stone has been left unturned on the Charles Bentley 7 Burner Premium Gas Bbq Barbecue Side Burner. They have also included the hose and regulator in the kit too. The best bit is yet to come. Currently there is a gas bbq sale, this brilliant bit of kit retails at over £350 but it’s up for grabs at just . Consider this is a 6 burner gas bbq and you soon realise Charles Bentley are giving us extremely good value for money.

It’s not without fault though, with the extreme value this gas bbq offers, there has to be compromise. This is a cheap gas bbq and expecting £800 + quality is not going to happen, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. The material is solid enough but not equal to the standard of the top models and will rust if not really looked after well. This applies to top models too though, don’t forget that! The ceramic coated grill plates are not the best but certainly adequate. The frame construction is pretty good but thinner than the top models. It requires full assembly yourself and there are full instructions to do so; I’ve never had any complaint here.

You have to ask yourself, are you willing to sacrifice a bit of quality for an all singing all dancing model with 6 burners, that costs less than a high end 2 burner setup. Personally, I think as a midterm solution(4-5 years or so), this is one of the best gas bbq options available to you.

If you’re looking for a good quality, 2 burner gas barbecue then the Landmann Grill Chef 12375 FT 2 Burner Gas Barbecue with Flame Tamer should be up there on the list of buys.

This is a Lava rock gas bbq which as we know provides excellent fuel efficiency. You’ll turn the gas off and maintain heat for a good while after. One of the best features on this barbecue is the size of the grill. It has decent wheels to move it around too, it’s missing a handle to complete the manoeuvrability but it’s not heavy, you won’t struggle.

Despite the overall size being a small gas burner, it has a very good sized grill in relation to the overall size and as Landmann gas bbq’s go, this is a solid bit of kit.

The grill is chrome plated so meat doesn’t stick easily. It’s very easy to adjust the temperature and control the heat to your food which is why we all look for a gas bbq. The flame tamer is designed to add a bit of authentic barbecue flavour and I think it does contribute. One of the things I miss about taking my time with a charcoal barbecue is the smoky flavour so the flame tamer goes a fair way to bridge the gap.

There’s not much more to say, it’s an ok little gas bbq that’s brilliantly priced so makes it’s way into our cheap gas bbq category too. You can’t really ask for more for .

It has a couple of niggly bits if you want to be fussy. There’s no handle so moving it when hot is a slight issue, otherwise it’s lightweight enough to push about easily. The drip tray fills up quickly but of course this depends on the food you’re cooking. You can’t go far wrong for the price and decent quality. It rusts easily but don’t they all. It’s not my favourite but I wanted to bring a Landmann into the review because they are cheap.