So you’re searching for the charcoal grill under $200 huh? Good job, you’ve just done the first 2 main steps to pick the perfect grill, which are deciding your favorite Fuel type and the budget. Congratulations!
Now you need to pick the grill which fulfills your needs, such as space, size, or even your cooking style. And to make it easier for you, I’ve thoroughly reviewed the best 10 charcoal grills under $200 for different needs and sizes, and which of them is perfect for what.
Weber Original Kettle Premium – The best overall.- Weber 741001 Original Kettle.
- Char-Griller E6714 Akorn Jr Kamado Kooker.
- Royal Gourmet CC1830S.
- Cuisinart CCG190RB.
- Char-Griller E1515 Patio Pro.
- Char-Griller E2123 Wrangler.
- Weber Jumbo Joe.
- Bruntmor Pre-Seasoned Hibachi-Style.
- Weber 121020 Go-Anywhere.
If you’re in a hurry, you can jump directly to [the conclusion] you will find a summarized answer there in a which-is-best-for-what way based on your priorities and what you’re looking for.
Contents
So, What Are The Best Charcoal Grills Under $200?
1- Weber Original Kettle Premium
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This by far is the best charcoal grill under $200 on Weber’s menu most reviewers and customers agreed on that which makes it the first on the list. if you’re really looking for the best one then this will amaze you as it did to me and will be your best friend on your BBQ nights for many years in the future! Let’s take a closer look.
Description:
- Price range: Around $160 Plus
- Specifications and features: 363 square inches cooking area – built-in thermometer – Adjustable dampers (air holes) to control the temperature – Handles with heat shield – angled lid hook to place the lid – Side handles with tools hooks – Hinged grates part – one-touch cleaning system with a removable ash catcher – Two 6-inches wheels and one fixed leg – Comes in 3 colors (Black – Green – Copper).
- Material: Porcelain-coated steel lid and bowl–coated steel cooking grates and fuel grate – Aluminum legs, air dampers, and ash catcher – Hard plastic wheels and handles.
- Dimensions and weight: Measures 39,5 inches height – 27 inches width – 22.5 inches deep. weighs 32.3 pounds
- Warranty: 10-years on the bowl and the lid. 5-years on the cleaning system and the handles. 2-years on all other parts.
Pros
- The one-touch cleaning system is an actual relief of the ash cleaning process.
- Easy moving, thanks to the wheels-ended legs.
- Easy lid placement. don’t need to put it on the floor.
- Large cooking space (363 sq-in) can fit around 18 medium or 13 large burger patties.
- Pretty easy to put together.
- Cool-looking design with gorgeous colors.
Cons
- Seriously I tried to find some flaws, but I couldn’t!
The Bottom Line:
2- Weber 741001 Original Kettle
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Noticed something? Exactly!
This one is another version of the first one actually it’s a more basic one as it appears on the name, the first one is the premium version. In this review, there won’t be a description or Pros&Cons lists because it’s exactly the same but with some missing features. So I will only list the differences between them to save us some time.
Differences:
- Price range: Around 110$ give or take
- No hinged cooking grates so you can’t add charcoal while grilling.
- Less capacity and more basic open ash catcher.
- No built-in thermometer.
- Comes in only one color.
- Only one handle on the bowl and without tools hooks.
The Bottom Line:
I think it’s pretty clear, Basically, if you wanna save some bucks and can live without these missing features I’ve just listed them for you. But my advice that if you can afford the premium version then definitely go for it, it makes a better experience and convenient. And since you searched for the best charcoal grills under $200 I assume that your budget can afford the premium one.
3- Char-Griller E6714 Akorn Jr Kamado Kooker
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This is one heavy-duty grill. The Char-Griller 6714 Akorn Jr is a kamado-style the most sturdy and durable style of charcoal grills as it looks like a heavy solid piece with a solid performance and lots of cooking options and different styles.
Description:
- Price range: Around $150 Plus
- Specifications and features:
153 Square inches cooking space – egg-shaped design – Built-in thermometer – Removable ash pan – dual damper temperature control (top and bottom) – triple-walled constructions – 3 legs base – lid lock – 2 handles for portability and one handle on the lid – Comes in 2 colors Red and Black. - Material:
Cast-iron cooking grates – 22 gauge Steel body – Powder-coated exterior – Porcelain-coated steel interior. - Dimensions and weight: 20.5” D x 21.5” W x 25.3” H inches dimensions – 43.9 pounds weight.
Pros
- Heavy and solid constructions live longer and perform better.
- The cast-iron grates retain the heat and distribute it evenly.
- The grill interior constructions provide superb heat retention.
- Pretty Affordable for a Kamado-style grill.
- Portable and suitable for camping trips.
- High-temperature control, Thanks for the dual dampers.
- Charming looking.
Cons
- Not Suitable for big families.
- Short height.
The Bottom Line:
4- Royal Gourmet CC1830S
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It’s the time for the big monster 😀
The reason Why I call it that is because it has a huge cooking space so if you have a big family you’ll like the next few lines. Royal Gourmet isn’t a very popular BBQ brand but this is one of their best models and you’ll see why in a bit. As you see in the name and image it’s a grill and smoker combo, maybe I will create a separate review for it later, but for now, let’s dive in!
Description:
- Price range: Around $140 give or take
- Cooking Space: Total cooking space of 800 square inches divided into 438 square inches main space – a 179-square-inches warming rack – and a 183-square-inches side box.
- Specifications and features: Removable charcoal grates (adjustable with 2 levels) – air holes to control heat while grilling or smoking – front and side tables with tools hooks – separated cooking grates – built-in temperature gauge – open cart design with 2 wheels and 2 fixed legs – scald-proof handles – smoking side box (can be used as a small grill while not smoking) – removable ashtray.
- Material: Painted steel body – Porcelain-coated cooking grates and warming rack – Hard plastic wheels.
- Dimensions and weight: Measures 55.1 x 27.2 x 48.4 inches dimensions (length x width x height) – weighs 54.2 pounds
- Warranty: 1-year, Read more on the user manual from here.
Pros
- Huge space for a $140 grill
- A grill and smoker at the same time, so no need to buy 2 separate.
- Pretty affordable.
- Great for beginners.
- Large workspace that fits all of your tools and stuff.
Cons
- Not very easy to assemble, a lot of things are going on.
- Poor material doesn’t live that long especially with heavy usage.
- Not so good for everyday grillers.
The Bottom Line:
There are 2 reasons why people love it, and those are the VERSATILITY for beginners and the HUGE space and especially the second one. Believe me, if you have a big family or invite a lot of people over then cooking space is the 1st thing you will be looking for and everything else comes after.
And the people who hate it are the material quality fans those who are looking for a set-and-forget grill and I strongly recommend one of the Webers for them. Or the fact that almost anything combines 2 different types of something isn’t genuine enough in both of them. It’s absolutely fine for beginners, but pros and everyday grillers won’t find it a good idea.
5- Cuisinart CCG190RB
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Here we go, our last main prize for today and we have a winner! it’s Cuisinart’s CCG190RB portable grill
Ait’s actually a popular one because of its price of course, which makes it the first option that comes into my head when anyone asks me about an affordable grill for short-term use, it’s definitely my recommendation if you think the same way, Let’s jump in.
Description:
- Price range: Around 25$
- Specifications and features:
Total cooking space of 150 square inches – A handle and dampers on the lid – 3 Lid locks – Fixed ash catcher – 3 legs – Comes in 2 colors (Red and Black). - Material: painted steel exterior – chrome-coated cooking grates
- Dimensions and weight: Measures 14. 5 x 14. 5 x 15 inches (14 inches diameter)- weighs 2 lbs
- Warranty: No Information
Pros
- Super Affordable.
- Super light.
Cons
- Modest material.
- Some reports about unstable cooking grates.
The Bottom Line:
And that was our last winner for our last main prize, the next recommendations are also worth a look and I still recommend them for different reasons, maybe you’ll find one of them more suitable for your needs than the main winners.
6- Char-Griller E1515 Patio Pro
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Maybe you noticed (or will notice) that most of the list are Portable or tabletop grills and only a few full-size grills. Yes, you’re right, I did too, and here’s how I fix that.
Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the Char-Griller E1515 Patio Pro one of the really best charcoal grills under $200. But he’s not alone. he came with his Char-Griller brother, you’ll find its review right after this.
Ready? Let’s!
Description:
- Price range: $140 – $160
- Specifications and features: 250 square inches of cooking space – right side charcoal drawer with air dampers – Other air dampers on the left – Side table – Double steel bottom – Sits on 2 fixed legs and 2 wheels – Dump ash pan.
- Material: The cooking grates are Cast-iron – The side table and lid handle are wooden – Powder-coated exterior.
- Dimensions and weight: 31″ x 21″ x 44″ inches dimensions – 50 pounds weight.
- Warranty: Has no warranty.
Pros
- Has room for roasting a whole chicken.
- Having a charcoal drawer provides more convenience in adding or removing charcoal.
- The Cast-iron cooking grates are the best in heat retention.
- Very high heat control via the air dampers and charcoal drawer we talked about.
Cons
- No warranty.
- No Thermometer.
The Bottom Line:
But it really depends on your needs and style, read the review through and check it on amazon then decide and don’t forget to take a look at his brother.
7-Char-Griller E2123 Wrangler
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As I told you, the E2123 Wrangler (this one) and the E1515 Patio Pro (the last one) are brothers, so there won’t be pros and cons, just differences and the bottom line, just like we did with the Webers at the beginning We’ll do the same with the Char-Grillers.
Differences:
- Price range: Around 180$ give or take
- Cooking space:
435 square inches main – and a 200-square-inches warming rack.
- Added front table Added 3-levels charcoal grates as a temperature control feature instead of the charcoal drawer. Grates divided into 3 parts, still can add charcoals by removing one of them Added built-in thermometer.
- Dimensions and pound weight 50″ H x 29″ W x 35″ L 112-
The Bottom Line:
If you find the Char-Grillers interesting then the decision now would depend on mainly the cooking space you need. Ask yourself do you really need the 635 total cooking space, which one of them seems to fulfill your space needs better? And you’ll be set.
8-Weber Jumbo Joe
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Jumbo Joe is the counterpart for the Q1200, The third Weber today, a pretty great job Weber does huh? I myself am a big Weber fan, these people make some of the best-performing grills you can ever get. Maybe some people consider Weber grills as over-priced products, but to be honest, it’s totally worth the money especially if you’re a set-and-forget kind of griller.
Let’s get back to the Jumbo Joe!
Description:
- Price range: Around $80 give or take
- Specifications and features: 240 square inches of cooking space – Air dampers – Handle with a heat shield – Portable handle – What they call it “Tuck-N-Carry lid lock” to put in the lid instead of putting on the ground – 3-legs base with an ash catcher.
- Material: Porcelain-coated Lid and bowl exterior – Glass-reinforced nylon handles – Plated steel cooking grates – steel charcoal grates.
- Dimensions and weight: 19.7″H X 19.7″W X 20.5″D inches dimensions – 18 pounds weight
- Warranty: The default Weber Warranty is 10-years on the bowl and the lid. 5-years on the cleaning system and the handles. 2-years on all other parts.
Read more on Weber’s website.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Small enough to take for a camping or Tailgating trip.
And big enough to use it as your main grill at home, it’s just right. - Convenient experience.
- Easy to assemble and clean.
- Durable and live longer.
Cons
- Some reports about missing parts, but it’s only a 3-in-1000 thing.
The Bottom Line:
9- Bruntmor Pre-Seasoned Hibachi-Style
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This one is called a hibachi-style grill which is a Japanese grills style created 200 years ago, as you see it’s a very durable style. Even though it’s not very popular and not many people know it exists but still, it’s one of the best portable charcoal grills you can get for under $100.
Let’s dive in
Description:
- Price range: Around $90
- Specifications and features: 150 square inches cooking space – Pre-Seasoned grates – Charcoal Door – portable handle – mini airflow door – Charcoal grates – sits on 3 mini legs.
- Material: All made of cast iron.
- Dimensions and weight: 21.7 x 13.5 x 9.9 inches dimensions – 30.2 pounds weight.
- Warranty: Not sure if it has a warranty or not, can’t find any information.
Pros
- SUPER heat retention and durability as usual from the cast iron.
- Portable. Suitable to take in a camping trip.
- outstanding performance with steaks.
- Adjustable grates heights
Cons
- A bit heavy for a small grill (the cast-iron side effect)
- Basic and small grill.
The Bottom Line:
So if you’re a steaks fan and wanna have perfect steaks on a camping trip, consider it.
10- Weber 121020 Go-Anywhere
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Just like we started with a Weber we end up with a Weber and That’s the 4th Weber today remember? But as I told you before it’s worthy especially this one which has tons of positive reviews from customers. Let’s go!
Description:
- Price range: Around $60 Plus
- Specifications and features: 160 square inches cooking area fits (6 burgers) – 2 air dampers – foldable 4-legs base and works as lid locks for portability – 2 firebox handles and 1 lid handle.
- Material: Plated steel legs and cooking grates – Porcelain-coated firebox and lid.
- Dimensions and weight: Measures 14.5″ H x 21″ W x 12.25″ L inches dimensions and weighs 14.5 pounds.
The Bottom Line:
Pros
- Lightweight and high potability.
- High-quality material.
- Good temperature control, thanks to the air dampers.
- Doesn’t take much space.
Cons
- Too small to consider it as a home grill, Unless you’re a husband-and-wife family.
The Conclusion
The best overall: Weber Original Kettle Premium (around $160+) ORWeber 741001 Original Kettle. (around $110 give or take).
The most durable And the best portable: Char-Griller E6714 Akorn Jr (around $150 give or take).
The best for big families: Royal Gourmet CC1830S (around$140 give or take) OR Char-Griller E2123 Wrangler. (around $180+)
The most affordable: Cuisinart CCG190RB (around $25).
FAQs:
Is barbecuing with charcoal nutritious?
Charcoal grilling, like all grilling, is linked to the production of carcinogens and an increased risk of cancer. When people cook high-fat meat at high heat, the risk is greatest.
Which method of cooking meat is the healthiest?
In general, roasting and baking are healthful cooking methods that result in low vitamin C loss.
What is the best way to clean ashes from a charcoal grill?
To wash the ashtray, remove it from the grill and empty the contents into a waste bin or container made of a non-combustible material like aluminum.
Is it true that wood or charcoal burns hotter?
Although charcoal burns hotter and longer than wood, it takes longer to achieve the desired temperature, typically 20-25 minutes.
Is it possible to smoke only with charcoal?
Because they burn at the right temperature for smoking, ordinary charcoal briquettes should be utilized.
Where does charcoal come from?
Charcoal is often made by burning wood, peat, bones, cellulose, or other carbonaceous materials with little or no oxygen.
Charcoal is a particular form of fuel. Name that fuel?
The carbonization of wood produces charcoal, which is a solid biomass fuel.