7 Best Gas and Charcoal Combo Grills of 2024
Why choose between a gas and a charcoal grill when you can have the best of both in one?
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Grilling aficionados may have a BBQ joint’s worth of gas grills, charcoal grills and pellet grills in their backyards, but what if you have limited outdoor space? A gas and charcoal combo grill can give you the rich, smoky flavor of charcoal or wood and the speedy convenience of gas in one tidy package. It’s a great option if you want to grill like a pro but can’t decide between a charcoal and a gas grill.
Our top picks:
While we haven’t tested gas and charcoal combo grills specifically, the experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances Lab have tested over 80 grills since 2011, including more than 45 new models introduced since 2019.
We assess performance and ease of use, considering factors such as heat distribution, storage features, cooking speed and the frequency of flare-ups. In addition to our Lab tests, we conduct long-term testing with consumer testers to evaluate how our top picks withstand real-world usage over time.
To round up the best gas and charcoal combo grills, we assessed our extensive testing data and scoured the market for the best, newest and top-rated models from familiar brands. Some include smokers, and one even has a flat-top griddle.
At the end of this guide, you can read more about how we evaluate grills in our Lab and consumer tests — plus valuable tips on what to consider when shopping for a combo grill. Looking for more great grilling guides? Learn how to clean and prep your grill and get all your accessories in order, including our picks for the best grill tongs, grill baskets, grill brushes and grill cleaners.
Perry Santanachote (she/her) has more than 15 years of experience in service journalism, specializing in food and consumer goods. She tests and reports on kitchen appliances and cooking tools. She also evaluates food products and cleaning supplies. She’s an experienced writer, product tester and recipe developer who has worked in labs, test kitchens and media organizations, including Thrillist and Consumer Reports.
Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019. She’s an experienced product tester and recipe creator, trained in classic culinary arts and culinary nutrition. She has worked in test kitchens for small kitchen appliance brands and national magazines, including Family Circle and Ladies’ Home Journal.
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