Best Propane Grill Under 300

Isn’t it hard to find the best propane grill under 300 with all the necessary features? Well, you needn’t worry as I have picked out some of the best propane grills that have exquisite features and will leave you amazed when you witness their construction, durability and so much more. Let’s take a look at my picks and choose whichever suits you best.

Our Best Propane Grills Under 300 In 2020

PRODUCT	COOKING SURFACE	BEST FOR	HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES
Weber 54060001 Q2200, Gray	280 sq. in.	Best Overall	Cast-aluminum body Removable catch pan Infinite control burner Electronic ignition
Weber 51040001 Q1200, Red	189 sq. in.	Best Budget Pick	Folding side tables Infinite-control burners Electronic ignition Stainless steel burners Built-in lid thermometer
Char-Broil Classic 405 4-Burner	405 sq. in.	Best For Durability	2 side shelves Piezo ignition system Stainless steel burners Spacious cooking surface
Char-Broil Performance 300	300 sq. in.	Best For Portability	Electronic ignition system Removable grease pan Temperature gauge Metal side shelves Cabinet-style

1. Weber 54060001 Q2200, Gray

Highlighted Features

• Cast-aluminum body
• Removable catch pan
• Infinite control burner
• Electronic ignition

Weber Q2200 is a propane grill that has a number of features that can potentially enhance your grilling experience. Let’s see what those features are.

Construction: The construction of the Weber grill is of cast-aluminum – the lid and the body. The cooking grate is made up of cast-iron and is porcelain-enameled. Besides, the whole frame of the grill is made of glass-reinforced nylon. The grill consists of the burners, an electronic ignition, a built-in thermometer, 2 folding side tables, and a removable catch pan.

Function: This grill has a spacious cooking surface for you to prepare meals for your family. You can make a fish fillet for dinner or burgers and hotdogs for lunch. Since the grill is a compact-sized grill, you can easily take it anywhere you like. With the help of the electronic ignition, you can start the grilling within seconds. Moreover, you can adjust the temperature with the help of the burners, and a built-in lid thermometer allows you to monitor the temperature – whether the grill is providing uniform heat or not. If not, then you can set the temperature accordingly.

Cleaning and maintenance: In terms of the cleaning of the grill, you don’t need to worry about the drippings or grease as they are collected in the removable catch pan that can be detached easily to discard the collected residue. Keep in mind that the cooking grates need to be cleaned while they are hot, according to the manufacturer.

Pros

• Compact and lightweight
• Ergonomic lid handle
• Grease catching pan
• Spacious cooking space
• Advanced electronic features
• Easy to use, store and clean

Cons

• Single burner
• No shield from the flames

2. Weber 51040001 Q1200, Red

Highlighted Features

• Folding side tables
• Infinite-control burners
• Electronic ignition
• Stainless steel burners
• Built-in lid thermometer

Weber’s grill comes in a variety of colors and when it comes to features it is second to none as it possesses modernistic features and provides an excellent taste to the grilled food.

Construction: The whole grill’s frame is of glass-reinforced nylon with a cast aluminum lid and body. The cooking grates are of cast-iron and are porcelain enameled. The grill includes folding side tables, a catch pan for collecting grease, an electronic ignition, and infinite control burner valve settings for controlling the temperature effectively.

Function: You can easily assemble this propane grill without any problem and get on with your cooking in a matter of minutes. Weber grill can be used in two modes; you can either place it on the table, using the grill in the tabletop mode, or you can use it in the freestanding mode by opening the foldable legs.

The heat retention is excellent due to the adjustable temperature. As the cooking area is cast-iron, it heats up quickly providing even eating so you can sear meat without a worry. With the help of the burners, you can adjust the heat so that there is even heating inside the grill plus you can also increase or decrease the flame as required. You can start the grill with its electronic ignition plus the built-in lid thermometer helps you in checking the temperature inside the grill. With the large ergonomic handle you can easily carry it anywhere you like.

Cleaning and maintenance: As the grill has a proper grease management system with a grease catch pan that ensures efficient disposal of the grease, it makes the cleanup easy. Plus, the angled grease tray and the catch pan underneath the cook box collect the debris or grease drips quite well. Moreover, as they are at a fair distance from the cook box there’s no danger of the grease catching fire. To clean the cooking grates you won’t need to scrub them hard. Rather, use a grill cleaner spray to get them squeaky clean.

Pros

• Compact and lightweight
• Excellent heat retention
• Even heat distribution
• Easy startup by electric ignition
• Built-in lid thermometer
• Proper grease management system
• Easy to clean, use and store

Cons

• The grill gets super hot even on low settings

3. Char-Broil Classic 405 4-Burner

Highlighted Features

• 2 side shelves
• Piezo ignition system
• Stainless steel burners
• Spacious cooking surface

This grill has a spacious cooking surface that allows you to cook for a whole family plus you’ll get to have a fun time with your family and enjoy deliciously cooked meat with them.

Construction: The lid & firebox of the grill is made of steel and is porcelain coated. The cooking grates and the swing-away warming rack are also porcelain-coated. There are 2 metal side shelves, 4 stainless steel inline burners, Piezo ignition system, 2 wheels of 6-inches, grease catch pan, and a large lid handle.

Function: The Char=Broil grill delivers great performance with quite an adequate space to cook for a large group. The warming rack helps to keep the food warm until it reaches the plate. The side shelves also let you keep the grilling tools, plates, sauces, side dishes, or seasonings. The grates heat up quickly with the 4 stainless steel burners that can provide varying heat from low to high as needed. These burners light up pretty easily and quickly with the Piezo ignition system. The wheels help to drag the grill around pretty comfortably. The large handle on the lid makes the handling of the grill easy.

Cleaning and maintenance: The grill is pretty sturdy and can withstand the rough weather conditions. Plus, it is rust-resistant, durable, and long-lasting. The grease catch pan collects the grease for easy disposal and cleaning of the grill. The grates can be cleaned with warm water and dish soap after a bit of rigorous cleaning with a grill brush.

Pros

• Durable and compact sized grill
• Swing-away warming rack
• Piezo ignition system for reliable startups
• 2 wheels for portability
• Lid with ergonomic handle
• Easy to use, store and clean

Cons

• No side handles

4. Char-Broil Performance 300

Highlighted Features

• Electronic ignition system
• Removable grease pan
• Temperature gauge
• Metal side shelves
• Cabinet-style

This Char-Broil grill provides a great performance and gives a sufficient surface area for you to cook on.

Construction: The grill has a stainless steel lid, porcelain-coated cast-iron cooking grates, 2 stainless steel burners, metal side shelves, swing-away warming rack, lid-mounted temperature gauge, electronic ignition, porcelain-coated grease pan, 4 caster wheels, and a cabinet-style design.

Function: With a quick start and a sufficient cooking space, the grill makes 16 burgers at once. The temperature gauge lets you monitor the temperature and the lid also helps in keeping the heat inside the grill for better grilling of the food. The burners can provide varying heat from low to high, controlled by the valves on the control panel. There is a swing-away rack that can keep the food warm, hold an extra amount of food while you cook, can be used for making side dishes, or for simply toasting the buns.

The side shelves can hold the plates, seasoning, or tools for you. If there is a space constraint, the side shelves can be folded down. The cabinet holds the propane tank and can be used as storage space for keeping the grilling tools. The grill can be moved easily with the help of the caster wheels.

Cleaning and maintenance: The grease pan can be easily removed and cleaned. The grill can be cleaned with a nylon grill brush or a simple grill cleaning brush and soapy water. Seasoning should be done with canola oil that will help in preventing the food from sticking to the grate and will keep it safe from rust.

Pros

• Sufficient cooking space
• Swing-Away warming rack
• Storage cabinet to store a propane tank
• Metal side shelves
• Stainless steel top-ported burners
• Electronic ignition system for reliable startups

Cons

• No side handles to move the grill

5. Cuisinart CGG-7400 Full Size

Highlighted Features

• Spacious cooking surface
• A warming rack
• Stainless steel construction
• Built-in lid thermometer
• 2 side tables
• Built-in bottle opener

Believe me, I have seen many grills but this one is loaded with mesmerizing features e.g. a built-in bottle opener, which is a feature that isn’t found in any other grill on this list.

Construction: The grill has a stainless steel construction that includes the lid, control knobs, burners, and cart. The cart has an enamel paint for easy maintenance. Plus, it has cast iron cooking grates, a warming rack, side prep tables, a twist start ignition, built-in thermometer, built-in can opener, grease catch pan, and 2 sturdy wheels.

Function: The burners of the grill have a separate control knob that starts with a twist. You can control the flame by varying the heat from low to high according to the food you are preparing. Hence, you have the advantage of cooking tender foods like fish and shrimp or grill steaks or burgers with utmost perfection. The grate has an expansive space for letting you cook your food. The warming rack can be used for roasting the buns, keeping the grilled vegetables warm, or for keeping any other food warm. The side prep tables hold the plates, sides, seasonings, or food until it is transported to the table.

The thermometer helps you in monitoring the heat, especially while roasting chicken or turkey, for baking or for preparing side dishes. You would be able to cook the food evenly without overcooking it. An added can opener lets you open the beverages easily. The grill can be placed comfortably on any flat or balanced surface. It can be moved around with equal comfort with its sturdy wheels.

Cleaning and maintenance: The grease catch pan collects the grease for easy disposal. The cleaning of the griddle is also pretty easy as it can be removed effortlessly. Wash the cooking grates with just soap and water. Then rinse, dry, and season before storing for next use.

Pros

• Spacious cooking surface
• Stainless steel lid and control panel
• Built-in lid thermometer
• 2 side tables
• Built-in bottle opener
• Heavy-duty cart with wheels

Cons

• No grease management system
• No side handles to move the grill

6. CUISINART CGG-888 Flat Top

Highlighted Features

• Two independent burners
• Stainless steel lid
• Removable grease cup
• Paper towel holder
• A side table

Cuisinart presents us with a wonderfully small and compact-sized grill with many features plus you can conveniently take it anywhere you wish to go.

Construction: The grill has a stainless steel vented lid, cold-rolled steel cooking space, 2 burners with separate controls, grease pan with a detachable grease cup, a foldable side table with a paper towel holder, and 4 small wheels.

Function: The burners can provide heat control with varying temperatures. The griddle can heat up very quickly to provide even heat to your food. It helps in retaining the juices in the food so you can enjoy better tasting hamburgers, hot dogs, steaks, and chicken. The lid with a vent can also help in keeping the food warm and for frying, steaming, roasting, or smoking your food. The side table lets you place the sauces, side dishes, or seasoning for easy access. The paper towel holder allows you to keep the prepping area clean. The grill can be set or moved pretty easily with the help of 4 wheels.

Cleaning and maintenance: The 360-degree, large grease pan lets the grease drip conveniently in the grease cup so you can get rid of it easily. The griddle can be lifted up for easy removal so you can clean it comfortably. You can also wipe it clean with a wet cloth when it is hot.

Pros

• Stainless steel lid with a ventilation system
• Two independent burners
• Paper towel holder for easy access
• A side table to place a plate full of food
• Removable grease cup
• Easy to use, clean and store

Cons

• Takes time to assemble

7. Char-Broil Classic 360

Highlighted Features

• Swing-away warming rack
• Porcelain-coated steel lid
• Piezo ignition system
• 2 metal side shelves
• Stainless steel inline burners

This Char-Broil Classic grill is a new and innovative design having lots of different features.

Construction: The grill’s lid and the firebox, as well as the cooking grate, are porcelain-coated. The grill includes a swing-away warming rack, a drip cup, 3 inline burners that are made of stainless steel, 2 side shelves that are of metal, and a large set of 6-inch wheels. Plus, it also has a piezo ignition system.

Function: The piezo ignition system of the grill allows a quick start-up. Plus, the burners help you in adjusting the temperature from low to high with separate controls. The cooking surface is spacious enough for you to cook up to 15 burgers. Plus, it also has a warming rack that enables you to keep the food warm if it’s not being consumed immediately. When cooking, you can cover up the food with the lid to maintain the heat in the grill. With the help of the side shelves, you can keep your seasonings or sauces close at hand so that you can reach them with ease.

Cleaning and maintenance: You don’t need to worry about the grease dripping down the grill as there is a drip cup that collects the grease when it drips. Plus, the cooking grates can be scrubbed off with a grill cleaning brush, and then you can rinse, dry, and season them for when you will next use the grill.

Pros

• Sufficient cooking surface
• Stainless steel inline burners
• Provides uniform heat
• Has two side shelves
• Comes with two movable wheels
• Easy to use, clean, and store

Cons

• There are no side handles
• Doesn’t have foldable legs

8. Char-Broil 463377319 Cart

Highlighted Features

• Stainless steel design
• Electronic ignition
• Stainless steel shelves
• Temperature gauge

Char-Broil grill never ceases to amaze us with its numerable features plus no compromise on the taste as it provides a great taste and is also perfect for a large family.

Construction: Char-broil grill is made up of stainless steel plus it has a great, sleek design.
The cooking grate is of cast-iron that is coated with porcelain. The grill consists of 5 burners including the side burner, 2 side shelves, a warming rack, an electronic ignition system, a lid-mounted temperature gauge, 2 wheels, 2 fixed feet, and a grease tray & a grease pan.

Function: The grill provides a quick startup due to its electronic ignition and you can start barbecuing food in a heartbeat. The spacious cooking surface enables you to cook food for a large family at a single time plus due to an extra burner, you can prepare the main course and the side dishes at the same time. The warming rack helps you in keeping the food warm until it reaches the table.

The powerful burners allow you to set the temperature and also provide sufficient heat so you can cook any food that you like with complete ease. You can see the temperature with the help of the temperature gauge and you can adjust it as you like. On the side shelves, you can place the grilling tools so you can quickly grab them when you are in need. Or, you can also place the seasonings or sauces on these shelves.

Cleaning and maintenance: Due to stainless steel’s rust-resistant feature it is pretty much easy to clean. To clean the cooking grates you can wash them with warm, soapy water or you can use a grill cleaner spray. The grease tray or the pan collects that unwanted grease and then you can remove it and then safely dispose of it.

Pros

• Stainless steel construction
• Spacious cooking space
• Warming rack
• 5 burners including a side burner
• Electronic ignition for a quick start
• Temperature control
• Easy to clean, use and store

Cons

• Doesn’t have side handles to move the grill

 9. Royal Gourmet GD401 Griddle Combo

Highlighted Features

• Dual cooking surface
• 4 stainless steel burners
• 2 side tables
• Electronic ignition
• Removable drip pans

The Royal gourmet grill comes with a distinctive feature of two separate cooking surfaces that allow you to cook food for an entire family. Also, cleanup is a breeze.

Construction: The grill has two cooktops; one is a griddle or flat top and one is a cooking grate cooktop. It consists of 4 cooking zones with 4 stainless steel burners. It also includes 2 side tables, hooks on the cart, 4 caster wheels, an electronic ignition, and a grease drip cup.

Function: The grill is perfect for a large family and also great for outdoor cooking. The large cooking surface allows you to cook food for many people without a hassle. Plus, with the help of the burners, you can adjust the heat accordingly. You can make many dishes simultaneously and you can grill on one side and fry the vegetables on the other or you can also make a roast or delicious and juicy steaks. The side shelves provide you more space around the grill so that you can place your seasonings or sauces. Moreover, the grill has hooks that can be used for hanging the grilling tools.

Cleaning and maintenance: To clean the griddle and the cooking grate you can simply detach them to clean. Plus the grill has a grease drip cup that collects the grease efficiently. When you are done with the washing make sure to season the grate and griddle because if you won’t they will end up all rusty and you don’t want that.

Pros

• 1 griddle top and 1 grate top
• Built-in grease channel
• Removable drip pans
• 2 side tables for keeping grilling tools
• 4 wheels
• Easy to use, store and clean

Cons

• Doesn’t come with a lid
• Doesn’t have side handles to move the grill

Things To Look For Before Buying!

You don’t have a clue how the grills differ? Want to find out this information? Then take a look at the important features that set the grills apart from each other.

Following are those features:

• Good quality cooking grate
• Spacious cooking surface
• Portability
• Uniform heat
• Ergonomic heat resistant handles
• Built-in lid thermometer
• Burners to control the heat

 

Conclusion

So, guys, I have the best grill for you that comes in the first place, that is, the Weber 54060001 Q2200 with a spacious cooking surface for you to cook on. Plus, an electric ignition makes the startup easy peasy along with a great heat retention. Moreover, the grill is portable and you can carry it anywhere you like. So what are you waiting for? Grab the best grill possible that suits you and enjoy!