Our Kitchen Lab Agrees That These Are the 10 Best Memorial Day Deals on Grills
Your pick of gas or charcoal — plus grilling essentials for a delicious backyard gathering.
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Grilling season is upon us as we head into summer, and we found Memorial Day sales that include up to 45% off on our favorite grills from popular brands.
"While the steepest discounts on grills can be found at the end of the summer, if you need or want a new grill now, there are plenty of deals worth checking out during Memorial Day weekend," explains Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Lab Director Nicole Papantoniou.
Right now, we are seeing the best Memorial Day grill deals on Amazon but have also spotted solid sales at Walmart, Wayfair and BBQGuys. Beyond markdowns on full-sized outdoor grills, we're noticing more substantial discounts on compact, portable grills as well as grilling accessories. Everything below scored well during Lab evaluations for performance and ease of use.
Weber Q1200 Liquid Propane Grill
For a limited time, you can snag our best overall portable grill at over 20% off. During Lab testing, our pros found this lightweight grill was easy to assemble. It produced nice sear marks on steak and chicken without producing noticeable flare-ups.
Weber Genesis SX-335 Smart Gas Grill
Our pros have included this Weber gas grill in multiple shopping guides because of its premium storage features and ability to heat food more evenly than other models we tested. It also has smart compatibility so you can monitor your food's internal temperature and readiness from the digital screen or your phone.
Everdure Cube Portable Charcoal Grill
This compact grill is 30% off during Amazon's Memorial Day sale, and it's currently at its lowest price we've seen in 30 days. Two large carrying handles make it easy to pick up and transport. In Lab tests, this charcoal grill cooked steak and chicken quickly during testing and our pros liked the versatile lid that doubles as a cutting board.
Weber Traveler Portable Propane Gas Grill
Since this Weber model is one of the more pricey portable grills we tested in the Lab, we recommend snagging it while it's on sale for 30% off. In Lab testing, the grill heated up fast and cooked steak and chicken quickly. We appreciate the sturdy legs and feet as well as the large wheels that are easy to maneuver.
Coleman RoadTrip 225 Portable Tabletop Propane Grill
A GH Institute Kitchen Lab favorite, the Coleman Portable Propane Grill is small but mighty. During Lab testing, we liked that it was easy to transport and noticed it produced impressive sear marks on chicken, steak, burgers and hot dogs.
OXO Good Grips Hot Clean Grill Brush
OXO Good Grips is among our favorite kitchen gear brands, which is why we are excited this Amazon's Choice and Lab-favorite grill brush is 20% off. The brush is comfortable to hold and features bristle-free stainless steel mesh atop silicone padding to offer both stability and flexibility. It cleaned our grill well during Lab testing and we like that the brush head is dishwasher safe.
Lavatools Javelin Pro Duo Digital Instant Read Thermometer
The Javelin Pro received perfect scores during our temperature accuracy tests. We appreciate its versatility because it can quickly read the temperature of both thin and thick proteins.
The thermometer has a hole for hanging via or a hook or you can take advantage of its magnetic nature. "I love that it can stick to my grill shelves and on my fridge where I can always find it," Papantoniou says.
Lodge Cast Iron Grilling Basket
When it comes to cast iron cookware, Lodge is the name of the game for long-lasting pieces — and that is no different in the grilling arena. This top-tested grilling basket is now under $30. It produced gorgeous charred vegetables that cooked evenly during Lab testing.
Is Memorial Day a good time to buy a grill?
According to Papantoniou, now is one of the best times to find grill sales, especially if you're looking to shop ahead of barbecue season. Although steeper deals may occur later in the summer, our deals experts recommend taking advantage of Memorial Day deals if you're in need of an upgrade sooner.
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Elizabeth Berry (she/her) is the Updates Editor at the Good Housekeeping Institute where she optimizes lifestyle content across verticals. Prior to this role, she was an Editorial Assistant for Woman’s Day where she covered everything from gift guides to recipes. She also has experience fact checking commerce articles and holds a B.A. in English and Italian Studies from Connecticut College.
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