Best Gas Grills of 2022

Paul Hope
·2 min read

The top-scoring models from Consumer Reports' tests heat quickly and cook evenly

A Weber gas grill undergoing a test in CR's grill lab.

By Paul Hope

Ready to raise your grilling game with a great gas grill? We’ve got you covered.

CR’s test engineers tested dozens of new gas grills this year, including some standouts featured in our list below of the very best models from CR’s latest tests in small, medium, and large sizes. All told, CR now has more than 170 rated gas grills.

If you’re unsure which size you need or which features matter, or even if a gas grill is right for you, start with our grill buying guide. CR members can also jump right in to our gas grill ratings to compare options.

In our lab, we wire the surface of each gas grill with heat-resistant thermocouples and do four temperature tests. We also assess how evenly each model heats. That’s an important attribute when grilling for a crowd. Everything, no matter where you throw it on the grates, should finish at the same time.

“A grill also needs to preheat, just like your oven,” says Larry Ciufo, who oversees gas grill testing at CR. “Not only will a preheated grill cook more evenly, but it can help prevent food from sticking to the grates.” We measure how hot the surface gets at the 10-minute mark because that’s when our data says most folks like to start cooking.

The grills featured here are among the best of the more than 170 models in our gas grill ratings, a mix of all-around top performers and high-scoring grills with competitive prices.

Looking to expand your horizons this year? We’ve also evaluated charcoal grills, kamado grills, and pellet grills.

Best Small Gas Grills

Best Midsized Gas Grills

Best Large Gas Grills

What Makes a Great Gas Grill?

Sturdy construction, even heating, and flare-up reduction, explain Consumer Reports’ experts to Jack Rico, host of the “Consumer 101” TV show. Here’s what to look for when buying a gas grill.



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