I was a little turned off when I received my grill because there was a dent in the box which led to a dent in the side of the grill and grill grate. I had to bend it back in place, but after putting it together I was really surprised at how well it grilled. I did a bunch of temperature tests and the heat was distributed pretty evenly. You can actually fit alot of food on there. enough for a small family dinner. Also, with a propane camping canister, it stays pretty hot at only a quarter turn on the knob. At a quarter turn I was maintaining about 370 degrees and at full blast I was getting well over 550 degrees. Cleaning is a little tough but with the amount of money you're saving, I recommend buying a wire brush drill bit attachment which really makes cleaning the black charred residue a breeze. I've used other portable grills that were more than doubled the price of this one and they were either worse or just as good as this one. Some didnt distribute heat evenly and some were even harder to clean. Ive had mine for 5 months, I use it about 2-3 times a week and dont clean it as often as I should. I usually clean mine thoroughly after 5-6 uses and to be honest. I've probably used it between 50-60 times already, and I'm not taking the best of care of it but to be honest, it still works just as good brand new! I highly recommend it!
It''s ok for what it is. This is my 3rd one. The heat distribution/reflector plate rusts out in about 5 years. I keep buying this model because it is small and cheap. It fits neatly into my trailer's storage locker. It would store better without the top handle.
I purchased this grill and unfortunately I am missing 2 parts. I have tried to call about getting the missing parts but haven't been able to reach customer service.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from CharbroilBy Devon P, SME, August 20, 2020
We're very sorry to hear this. We value you as a Char-Broil customer and want you to enjoy using your grill. Was a case created with us? Whenever an issue is encountered please give us a call at 1-800-241-7548 or follow this link (ow.ly/SktNu) and we will be able to best assist.
These small grills are great for camping, takes up very little space and just the right size for two. I really like the igniter, a lot easier than lighting with a butane lighter and the wind shield will keep it from going out when its windy.
Compact. Great to take camping. Back up to my home grill. On my 3ed one. The only problem is the heat shield rusts out while the rest of the grill is still working. And by the time you order one and add shipping on. You’re close to the price of a new one. Had that happen 3x now.
i have always liked char broil products, they are dependable for many years of use. I also like the fact your personel will get you the right parts when parts are needed.
On about my 4th one of these, we use it a lot when camping and ice fishing. It is compact for traveling, heats up quickly and folds for easy carrying. Very reasonably priced. I actually had my first when I lived in the dorms in college. I would cook right outside the entry and have a lot of people smelling what was cooking.