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Char-Broil Gas Grills: Portable to Full-Size Picks
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Char-Broil has been building gas grills for decades, and its current range covers nearly every way people cook outdoors: a 24-pound tabletop grill for tailgates and campsites, compact patio grills for balconies, and large cabinet grills that combine gas, griddle and even charcoal cooking. Across the lineup, the brand leans on its Amplifire cooking system, which Char-Broil says reduces flare-ups and produces up to 50% juicier food, and on porcelain-coated grates and stainless steel burners for durability.
For travel, the story starts with the Grill2Go X200, the only truly portable model here, which latches shut and carries by its handles. From there the lineup scales up: the Bistro Pro and Classic 3-Burner suit small patios, while three Pro Series cabinet grills with griddle inserts are built for a backyard home base. The models differ mainly in footprint, weight, burner count and whether they cook on charcoal or a griddle as well as gas.
The line-up at a glance
Char-Broil Gas Grills Compared
| Model | Burners | Cooking area | Listed weight | Cooking modes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charbroil Classic 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill | 3 (30,000 BTU) | 360 sq in plus 170 sq in rack | 51 lb | Gas |
| Charbroil Pro Series Amplifire Infrared 4-Burner with Side Burner | 4 plus side burner | 802.9 sq in | 178.2 lb | Gas, griddle, charcoal |
| Charbroil Pro Series Amplifire 3-Burner Grill and Griddle | 3 | Not listed | 150.7 lb | Gas, griddle |
| Charbroil Pro Series Amplifire Infrared 4-Burner Grill and Griddle | 4 | Not listed | 177 lb | Gas, griddle |
| Charbroil Grill2Go X200 Portable Gas Grill | 1 | 200 sq in | 24 lb | Gas |
| Charbroil Bistro Pro 2-in-1 | 1 | 240 sq in plus warming rack | 51 lb | Gas, charcoal |
No. 1 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Classic 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill for Small Patios
9.4/10 Our score
Best for: Small patios and balconies
What the listing says
- POWERFUL & EVEN HEAT PERFORMANCE – Dual in-line stainless steel burners deliver 30,000 BTUs for consistent,…
- COMPACT SIZE, BIG CAPACITY – 360 sq.
- NONSTICK COOKING GRATES – Porcelain-coated grates resist sticking and simplify cleanup while enhancing durability
- ADDED WARMING RACK – 170 sq.
- DURABLE ALL-WEATHER BUILD – Porcelain-coated steel lid and firebox help protect against rust and extend grill…
- FAST, RELIABLE IGNITION – Push-button piezo ignition system makes startup quick and match-free
Pros
- 30,000 BTU across 360 sq in
- 170 sq in warming rack
- Two side shelves
Cons
- Burner count described inconsistently
- 51 pounds, not truly portable
The Charbroil Classic 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill is a compact cart grill with 30,000 BTUs of output, a 360 square inch primary cooking area that fits up to 12 burgers, and a 170 square inch warming rack for keeping food hot or cooking indirectly. Grates are porcelain coated to resist sticking, and the lid and firebox are porcelain-coated steel to help protect against rust.
It has push-button piezo ignition, two side shelves for tools and plates, and a listed footprint of 20 x 51.1 x 42.5 inches at 51 pounds. There is one inconsistency: the title and spec sheet say three burners, while a feature bullet describes “dual in-line stainless steel burners”, and the description says three in-line burners. Most of the listing points to three.
Char-Broil calls it lightweight and mobile, and it does roll easily around a patio, but at 51 pounds and over four feet wide it is not a car-trunk grill. It suits balcony and small-patio owners who want a full three-burner layout without a cabinet. For tailgating, the Grill2Go X200 is the model to pack.
No. 2 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Infrared 4-Burner 3-in-1 With Side Burner
9.8/10 Our score
Best for: Families cooking big griddle breakfasts
What the listing says
- 2-IN-1 GRILL & GRIDDLE This grill griddle combo easily switches between the BBQ grill and griddling with the included griddle…
- PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY Our outdoor gas grill is backed by a 3-year limited warranty, so you can focus on…
- ENDLESS FLAVOR POSSIBILITIES This gas grill griddle combo lets you grill cheeseburgers, hot dogs, & tuna steaks over gas…
- UP TO 50% JUICIER FOODS This grill/griddle combo features our exclusive Amplifire cooking system to help eliminate flare-ups for pro-level results…
- PRECISE TEMPERATURE CONTROL This 4 burner gas grill lets you dial in high-to-low temps with even heating across the…
- LONG-LASTING DURABILITY This BBQ gas grill has heavy-duty, porcelain-coated, and cast-iron grates.
Pros
- 4 burners with griddle insert
- Cast iron porcelain grates
- 3-year limited warranty
Cons
- 177 pounds
- Cooking area not listed
Best for: Mid-size patios wanting grill and griddle
Pros
- Griddle insert included
- Mode swap in 60 seconds
- Narrower 55.4 inch cabinet
Cons
- Cooking area not listed
- No charcoal mode
Best for: Backyard cooks wanting gas, griddle and charcoal
Pros
- 3-in-1 with griddle and charcoal trays
- Side burner and 802.9 sq in
- 3-year limited warranty
Cons
- 2 pounds
- 4 inches wide
The Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Infrared Technology 4-Burner Cabinet (463281024) is the most versatile grill in the lineup. It is a 3-in-1: gas grilling on four main burners, griddle cooking with the included griddle insert, and charcoal cooking with included charcoal trays that you light using the gas burners, no chimney required. It also adds a side burner and lists 802.9 square inches of cooking surface.
Grates are heavy-duty porcelain-coated cast iron, burners are stainless steel, and Char-Broil backs it with a 3-year limited warranty. The Amplifire infrared system is designed to eliminate flare-ups, and temperature control runs from high to low with even heat across the surface. After a charcoal cook, you lift out the trays and dump the ash.
At 178.2 pounds and 61.4 inches wide, this is a permanent backyard fixture. It suits families who would otherwise own a gas grill, a griddle and a charcoal grill, and want one appliance instead. If you never cook on charcoal, the 4-burner grill and griddle model below is nearly identical without the trays or side burner.
No. 3 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Technology 3-Burner Grill and Griddle
9.4/10 Our score
What the listing says
- 2-IN-1 GRILL & GRIDDLE This grill griddle combo easily switches between a BBQ gas grill and griddle with the included…
- PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY Our outdoor gas grill is backed by a 3-year limited warranty, so you can focus on…
- ENDLESS FLAVOR POSSIBILITIES This gas grill griddle combo lets you grill cheeseburgers, hot dogs, & tuna steaks over gas…
- UP TO 50% JUICIER FOODS This grill/griddle combo features our exclusive Amplifire cooking system to help eliminate flare-ups for pro-level results…
- PRECISE TEMPERATURE CONTROL This 3 burner gas grill lets you dial in high-to-low temps with even heating across the…
- LONG-LASTING DURABILITY This BBQ gas grill has heavy-duty, porcelain-coated, and cast-iron grates.
The Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Technology 3-Burner Grill and Griddle Cabinet (463365124) is a 2-in-1 that switches between gas grilling and griddling using the included insert. Char-Broil says you can swap cooking modes in 60 seconds or less. It uses the same porcelain-coated cast iron grates, stainless burners, Amplifire system and 3-year limited warranty as the larger Pro Series models.
It measures 23.7 x 55.4 x 47.7 inches and weighs 150.7 pounds, making it six inches narrower and about 27 pounds lighter than the 4-burner cabinets. The listing does not specify the cooking area or BTU output, and it has no charcoal mode or side burner.
This suits a medium patio where you want griddle breakfasts and grilled dinners from one cabinet but have less wall space. For a bigger crowd, the 4-burner version adds a burner in a wider cabinet.
No. 4 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Infrared 4-Burner Grill and Griddle
9.2/10 Our score
What the listing says
- 3-IN-1 GRILL, GRIDDLE, CHARCOAL: This 3-in-1 Charbroil Pro Series is ready to grill, griddle & charcoal cook…
- PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY Our gas grills are backed by a 3-year limited warranty, so you can focus on the…
- ENDLESS FLAVOR POSSIBILITIES The 3-in-1 grill lets you sear steaks, burgers, brats, chicken, and fish over gas, switch to…
- UP TO 50% JUICIER FOODS Our exclusive Amplifire cooking system in this outdoor gas grill helps eliminate flare-ups for pro-level results,…
- BBQ GRILL WITH PRECISE TEMPERATURE CONTROL: Dial in high-to-low temps with even heating across the surface…
- LONG-LASTING DURABILITY Outdoor grill with heavy-duty, porcelain-coated, cast iron grates plus stainless steel burners built to produce mouthwatering…
The Charbroil Pro Series with Amplifire Infrared Technology 4-Burner Grill and Griddle Cabinet (463279224) is the 4-burner version of the 2-in-1. It includes the griddle insert, lists mode swaps in 60 seconds or less, and has porcelain-coated cast iron grates, stainless steel burners and a 3-year limited warranty.
It shares the 61.4-inch-wide, 23.7-inch-deep cabinet of the 3-in-1 model and weighs 177 pounds. The spec sheet lists two racks and a “Modular (Grill, Griddle, Charcoal)” configuration, but the features describe only grill and griddle modes and do not mention charcoal trays, so do not expect charcoal cooking. The cooking area is not listed.
This is a good fit for households that cook large griddle breakfasts and weeknight grill dinners for four or more. If you also want charcoal and a side burner, the 3-in-1 model adds both for a little more weight.
No. 5 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Grill2Go X200 Portable Gas Grill for Tailgates and Camping
9.0/10 Our score
Best for: Tailgating and camping trips
What the listing says
- JUICIER RESULTS Our patented Amplifire cooking system produces the best-tasting food with 50% juicier results, while on-the-go.
- ON-THE-GO DESIGN Secure grill with stainless steel latches and transport with easy-to-grip handles.
- COOKING AREA Cook up to 8 burgers at a time with 200-square-inches of cooking space.
- DURABLE MATERIAL Built to last with cast-aluminum firebox and lid, plus a high-impact frame.
- EASY-START IGNITION Enjoy a convenient, reliable, and smooth start with a push of a button.
- WARRANTY Your purchase comes with a 5-year warranty on burner and lid, plus a 1-year warranty on grate and other parts.
Pros
- 24 pounds with carry handles
- Stainless steel latches
- 5-year burner and lid warranty
Cons
- Single burner
- 200 sq in cooks 8 burgers
The Charbroil Grill2Go X200 Portable Gas Grill is the travel pick. It is a tabletop grill with a single burner and 200 square inches of cooking area, enough for up to 8 burgers at a time. Stainless steel latches lock the lid for transport, and easy-grip handles make it simple to carry from truck to table. It weighs 24 pounds and measures 24.8 x 26 x 15.7 inches.
The firebox and lid are cast aluminum with a high-impact frame, ignition is push-button, and it uses the patented Amplifire cooking system with Char-Broil’s 50% juicier claim. The warranty covers the burner and lid for 5 years and the grate and other parts for 1 year. The listing does not specify the propane cylinder type or BTU rating.
For tailgaters, campers and RV travelers it is the obvious choice: latch it, lift it, go. It gives way to the Bistro Pro or Classic 3-Burner only if you grill mostly at home. If you are cross-shopping travel grills, see our portable gas grill guide.
Campers who cook for larger groups may also want to compare two-burner camp stoves and grills; our camp gas grill roundup covers that category.
No. 6 of 6 · Charbroil
Charbroil Bistro Pro 2-in-1 Gas & Charcoal Grill for Balconies
8.2/10 Our score
Best for: Balcony cooks wanting charcoal flavor
What the listing says
- 2-IN-1 GAS GRILL + CHARCOAL This gas grill lets you go from classic gas grilling to charcoal cooking in minutes by…
- PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY Outdoor grill is backed by a 2-year limited warranty, so you can focus on the food,…
- REAL OUTDOOR FLAVOR, TWO WAYS This patio grill lets you grill burgers, steaks, chicken, fish & vegetables with juicy results, caramelized…
- CHARCOAL FLAVOR WHEN YOU WANT IT: The charcoal grill lets you switch to charcoal in minutes…
- HIGH HEAT FOR SERIOUS SEARING Our gas grills reach temperatures up to 750°F to create impressive sear marks, flavorful browning &…
- SPACE-EFFICIENT SIZE This small patio grill is a sleek, compact barbecue grill built to fit patios, balconies &…
Pros
- Gas and charcoal in one
- Up to 750°F for searing
- Gas lights the coals
Cons
- Single burner
- 2-year warranty, shorter than Pro Series
The Charbroil Bistro Pro 2-in-1 Gas & Charcoal Grill combines a single gas burner with a built-in charcoal rack. You place charcoal on the rack and light it with the gas burner, so no lighter fluid is needed. It lists 240 square inches of primary cooking space, enough for up to 12 burgers, plus a warming rack.
Char-Broil says it reaches up to 750°F for searing, and the compact 23 x 32.8 x 39.6 inch footprint is aimed at patios and balconies. It weighs 51 pounds and carries a 2-year limited warranty, shorter than the 3 years on the Pro Series.
This suits apartment and condo dwellers who want charcoal flavor on weekends and gas convenience on weeknights in a small space. Check your building’s rules on charcoal before buying. For a bigger patio, the Classic 3-Burner offers more gas cooking area.
Before you choose
How to Choose the Right Char-Broil Gas Grill
Start with where you cook. If you grill at tailgates, campsites or RV parks, the Grill2Go X200 is the only model built to be carried. For balconies, the Bistro Pro and Classic 3-Burner fit small spaces. For a backyard, the Pro Series cabinets offer the most cooking options.
Count your burgers. The Grill2Go cooks up to 8, the Bistro Pro and Classic up to 12, and the 3-in-1 Pro Series lists 802.9 square inches.
Decide on extra modes. Want a griddle? Any Pro Series model. Want charcoal? The Bistro Pro or the 3-in-1 Pro Series.
Check weight and warranty. Weights run from 24 pounds to 178.2 pounds. Pro Series grills carry 3-year warranties, the Bistro Pro 2 years, and the Grill2Go 5 years on burner and lid. For comparison with other compact grills, see our small gas grill roundup.
Questions people ask
FAQ
Which Char-Broil grill is best for camping?
The Grill2Go X200. It weighs 24 pounds, latches shut and has carry handles.
How many burgers fit on the Grill2Go X200?
Up to 8 burgers on its 200 square inch cooking area.
Which Char-Broil grill has a griddle?
All three Pro Series cabinet grills include a griddle insert.
Can I cook with charcoal on a Char-Broil gas grill?
Yes, on the Bistro Pro 2-in-1 and the Pro Series 4-burner 3-in-1 with side burner, both of which light charcoal with the gas burners.
What is Amplifire?
Char-Broil’s cooking system, which it says helps eliminate flare-ups and produces up to 50% juicier food.
Is the Classic 3-Burner portable?
It is a lightweight cart grill that rolls easily, but at 51 pounds and over 51 inches wide it is not meant to be carried.
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