I have problems with mine blowing out in the wind. I took a thick folded aluminum foil and covered the drain holes under the burner. That stopped the wind problem and I can get the grill up to 650F. on low. That helps conserve fuel. The high heat helps keep the grill clean also. Good video.
I have had table top grills for decades and I found the easiest way to remove all that baked on grease and Marinade from those grill plates is to cover them in foil and crank up that bbq with the cover closed for about 30 minutes and nothing but ash is left to sweep up then re-oil that grill to keep it from sticking
I have too but I've found a couple minutes of scraping does a good job. I know the easiest way is to just crank up the grill but I don't see the sense in wasting the propane.
I found some small toothbrush sized wire bristle brushes at harbor freight that fit the grooves perfectly. They make cleaning much easier. I bought mine because you liked yours so well.
@@WanderDano Now, who on Earth would've want a grill that gets hot. That's the silliest thing I've ever heard. Unless you can't throttle it back for pork chops or corn or baked potatoes, or oh, never mind.😉 Thanks for box-opening AND 1 year review. Looks like a great alt for wife and me at home on a Tuesday. I can park it on my BIG charcoal grill or move it aside for groups.
I'm a review junlie...Imread them for fun! In truth, I'm a reading addict, I read everything! But I'm learning what makes a valuable review. First, and I'd think obviously, reviewer should have actually USED the product!! Even if I'd not seen you and your grill in action, it is apparent you know the ins and outs. And you answer the questions I always have....you know, like a real person might answer them! Plus, look at the results...they speak for the grill, even without smellavision! Once again, thanks! Love to fuzz buckets....comtinued mercies!
I like to add this little setup of a container to serve cooked cut up meats from using the long tongs to cook with, the short tongs to hold the meat while cutting it with a sharp 8" knife on the cutting board. Use the fork tongues rarely. All these fit in the container which I put on top of the grille, and close the cover to handily carry it with one hand to the park bench to enjoy.
So I just purchased this barbecue last week and the regulator has very little control over the gas, turning it all the way to low hardly makes a difference. Is yours the same way?
I tried to say in reviews that the regulator can be a bit shooty. Many reviews I read complained about the regulators and mine has been ok but the grill does run VERY hot. I don't think I've EVER had to go above half way. I've been lucky not to burn anything but you do have to be careful with it. I tend to use the thermometer instead of the dial. If yours is really bad I've heard that charbroil does pretty good customer service on replacements. As a side note - most everything I have known of portable grills most regulators are not that great.
I've had a number of small bbq's and none were as bad as regulator on this. I contacted Char Broil and they are sending a new regulator. Are you able to have the heat low enough that you can cook with the lid closed for any amount of time
I've heard they can be helpful and I'm not gonna argue or defend the regulators because I've read of so many complaints that I really do think I must have gotten lucky. Hopefully, the replacement one works better for you - because if it does I think you will like the grill. Yes I can cook with the lid closed but I do consider this a "pay attention" grill. lol
Hi! I am thinking about buying this grill but I'm wondering.. does the food come out tasting like it would on a regular sized bbq? I'm after that Smokey char taste but in a smaller size like this
You picked a beautiful back drop for your review video. When you and others were talking about how hard it was to clean, I envisioned having to take it totally apart after every use and clean it. What you described isn't bad at all.
It doesn't bother me really at all but I do like to say it takes a little extra... I know many people aren't willing to do much effort at all. lol It does stay juicy and worth it to me.
@@WanderDano Do you heavy scrape/clean after every meal, or after a few, maybe home from trip? Thank you for your sharing, and when you are grillin I am smelling/droolin ‼️
I'm still happy with mine. I hope I described it well.. the regulators on this like most portables can be tricky and this one does run ERY hot. Once you get the hand of it I bet you'll be happy. All the best
I tried really hard to say the MAIN downside is cleaning. Some people won't like that at all for me it doesn't bother me and is worth the effort. The only other thing is the regulator - like so many portables it isn't great and gets REALLY hot. I would buy it again without hesitation. all the best
I remember on your old grill you used to cook everything on a piece of aluminum foil because the grill was broken. I thought that was a great idea for keeping the grill clean. I've been doing that ever since and my grill stays perfectly clean. Why don't you cook on aluminum foil like you used to and then you'd have no cleaning issues?
I like the use of aluminum foil too. It makes cleanup very easy and quick - Never fun cleaning baked on barbecue sauces from a grill when you belly is full of dinner and the sun is setting.
You defeat the purpose of the infrared feature. Might as well get a regular grill and cover it with tin foil and you certainly won't get the smoke and the flavor. Might as well put a frying pan on the grill.
I also had problems with their regulator. It caught fire. The replacement is working fine, but, no no good heat control. Cleaning is a bear, but worth it for me. I use this once a week to feed about 20 senior softball players. A pound of propane lasts a month. I use a 20# hookup at home to burn off the residue after scraping. Saves the 1# for the park. Also got an adapter to refill the 1# with the 20#.
I do/did the aluminum to sometimes. It isn't the same. Burgers and chicken look more like they were boiled. I had cut slits which helps. They use to make those "grill mates?" that were pre-cut with the hole/slots. I don't see them anywhere anymore. The cost of these grills has REALLY gone up. I have the GrillMaster that we paid $160 for about 5 years ago. It's ok, but the flames can really get out of control and the thing was a bear to clean. Parts to repair it are out of sight on the cost.
Any problem with keeping low temperatures for cooking long times. Mine hits 660degrees in about 5 minutes and no matter how the temp control is, it only goes up from there. Id like to hit 200 or 300 for long hours to do some serious meats. Any advice?
Everything I have heard and seen is this grill does burn really HOT. But I haven't had the same thing you describe of it not going down at all from that high of a temp. I agree that it is tough to get it to cook low and slow. I know these, like most portables have problems with the regulators. I believe if yours is less then a year old (i think) they will replace your regulator. That is my only suggestion. hope that helps
@@WanderDano its about 2 weeks old. Someone told me its the best tailgate grill on the market so I got it for the upcoming covid cleveland browns season. Ive used it twice and i havent seasoned it very well, juat let ot burn off and such, but I was thinking about going low and slow and on the weakest setting, it hits the top temp in about 5 mins. I will get my manual and figure it out tomorrow. Thank you sooooo much for your video and your response! Happy Grillin my man
@@dawichrister I seriously think if even on the lowest setting it is insane hot .. you have a bad regulator and they will replace it. :-) I really like mine but even when it is "right" you have to keep an eye on it because it can run pretty hot. all the best
well... there is ALWAYS a difference between charcoal and propane. If you want you can put seasoned mesquite or other types of seasoned wood chips right on the grill for improved smoking. But for those that are charcoal "purists" who don't like propane grills. This is propane - it smokes REALLY well but it is propane. If that makes sense?
So I just ordered the grate for it do I need to.put anything on it before using it the grill itself is used already I actually found it at a goodwill for $15 so I couldn't pass it up just wondering is it any different to cure like a regular stick burner
You have to season the grill and do a "burn-in" to clear any plastic that is on it when it is made. I don't remember exactly how long so here is my initial video where I talk and show the process. hope it helps ... you got a GREAT deal! th-cam.com/video/YzclXtPOz64/w-d-xo.html
@@WanderDano yes I honestly did I do not like propane at all for my grill but for something like this I couldn't pass it up because I know one day it will come in handy to use
@@suekwiatkowski187 I've been very happy with mine. I will say the downside of the grill is the regulator - mine has worked fine but other people reviews are critical. The downside of most portable grills are the regulators - I still recommend with no hesitations.
I can handle that. I remember you mentioned that in your video and the company replaced them for those folks. I believe that. I will give it a try. Thanks for your video.
Nice video! I ordered one of these with the carrying case instead of the road trip 225 I almost bought. This one sold me bc of the locking lid, and all the reviews complaining how hot it gets. My house gas grill can't get the sear I like on a medium cooked steak and this sucker seems like it will be perfect for that. Also liked that folks say a 12 inch cast iron skillet will fit on it, and i found a lodge griddle that pretty much fits the whole top to get further utility out of it as I camp.
I'm still happy with this grill. The only downside are the regulators can be troublesome.. but that seems to be the case with pretty much all portable propane grills.
I just bought it n far as the regulator it seems I can't regulate the temperature . It seems to cook full throttle all the time even on lowest setting .
I have heard many others say that - many of these portable propane grills don't have great regulators. I've found that these burn VERY hot. My best advice is contact Char-broil - if the regulator is faulty they have a one year warranty and I've heard they are good about sending a replacement.
I absolutely love this grill but I will say there is one major design flaw, obviously it gets very hot and That makes perfect sense but if you try to open it by grabbing the handle overhand your fingers come within less than a quarter inch of touching the metal surface. The handle should be extended off of the lid farther so that your hands do not get close. There are many times I’ve burned my knuckles. You have to be very careful when opening this and grabbing the handle. Other than that this grill is amazing and also looks amazing
I haven't had any problems with my regulator at all. One of the things about this grill is MANY people say the opposite problem you seem to be having - in that it gets TOO hot. I have heard many of these portable grills (of any brand) often have kinda crappy regulators and have also heard that Charbroil is pretty good about sending a new one if you contact them directly. But again I haven't had that problem at all with mine. Hope that is a little bit of help.
My issue with this grill is two fold, don't use marinade on your meat as it drips into the holes of the part the meat sits on and block them within a few minutes and it then only works like a pan on your hob with ribbed frying pan, the other major issue is the regulator that comes with the grill does not regulate the temperature - now matter what I turn it to (either using a bottle gas or the small portable gas little canisters) will got to a full 275 degrees C!! I have contacted Carbroil - no help or even a reply - and that is through their own website - would not recommend this. it is a fault in the design of the regulator
Like many of the portable propane grills the regulators are often not very good. I think I got lucky because I've heard of that problem. Supposedly, they will replace it for up to a year warranty.
I ordered a new one on Amazon it will be here on Friday. It's just this Chinese junk companies are importing. I wouldn't mind spend a little more for quality American parts and workmanship. It's not all about shareholders Char-Broil thanks
Mine burns everything. Charbroil said to cook with the lid open. They offered to SELL me another regulator. Why would I want to spend money on another reg that doesn’t work? It’s a great looking grill. It’s a great sized grill. Charbroil make good grills, this just isn’t ins of them.
Hi wander dano, I bought one of these grills, but when I have temp all the way down, it still pegs passed 650 on low. I tried to get a regulator for char broil. But then I said forget it,cuz I knew I was gonna get the same pos china made pos. If there is any info you can direct me with I'd would appreciate it. Like your videos man. Damn good job Sir
LOTS of complaints about the cheap Chinese regulator, most that it goes full hot and cannot be turned down. What I read on the RV forums was to buy a Mr Heater brand F273769 (made in Mexico) which can be found on Amazon for $12. It has a shorter stem and thus the body is closer to the grill, but it fits properly and the portable bottles still attach OK. I bought one and will try out the grill soon.
@@lltrmt Yes I have, and it seems to be no better than the original. If the tiny numbers on the orifice is the size, it has a smaller one than the original but both of mine, when on low, go right to 650F, but a little bit slower on low. I have used the grill several times here at home to cook hamburgers and keep swapping back and forth on the regulators, to no avail. I probably will not bother to take it with me on a camping trip as I have bought a Blackstone 17 inch portable griddle that works well for most everything, you just don't get that char'ed taste from being over the flame, which makes its way around the shield.
@@CharlesinGA Thanks! After playing with it some, I REALLY like the heat when I need it and seem to be getting the same result as you. I'm going to keep tinkering with it and and maybe try adding a vent to it on top. I do need a steady 300-350 for some things. It is very well contained with no venting at all.
Well 6 years later or more I just cooked on mine for the first time yesterday. Four hamburger patties and there was nothing but flames inside of their and yes a lot of smoke! And concerning the regulator yeah I think I will have to have mine replaced because it's full blast on low or high. Awesome juicy hamburgers in less than approximately 8 minutes, so I'm going to stick with it for a while and see how it does. Thanks for the review and the tips.
Kinda a bitch to clean but man it gets really hot which I find a pro. I can get char marks I can't on my regular gas grill. I can understand peoples complaints about the grate style but I like it and the stuff that does stick does end up being straight up charred to bits which scraps off well. I work at Lowes and we had it for $179, dropped to clearance to $89 but i got mine for $25. A couple of managers that just want to get rid of clearance stuff will give us 75% off clearance price so i HAD to . I do have an adapter that I got for a 2 burner stove that I added a screen to for a mini infrared heater so i already had it on hand. The regulator doesn't seem to be really functional but I use it for hot and fast cooking..
So I just bought one and the real truth is it is so hot that cooking meat cause so much smoke and not the good tasting smoke. It makes your meat weather it be burgers or steak taste like burnt smoke. Go ahead and spend your hard erned in money on something you will be disappointed with. You cannot controll the heat to a more manageable temp. This is a big problem with portables either not hot enough or way to hot. Gerry frustrating.
As I said in my last response - once you get used to it you may be happy with it. But yes the problem with most portables are they all tend to have sub-par regulators.
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I just received one of these as a gift. I've watched both of your reviews. They're excellent and very helpful. TYSM for posting Dano.
Glad it may have been helpful. I've heard some people being unhappy but I really love mine. :-)
I have problems with mine blowing out in the wind. I took a thick folded aluminum foil and covered the drain holes under the burner. That stopped the wind problem and I can get the grill up to 650F. on low. That helps conserve fuel. The high heat helps keep the grill clean also. Good video.
Great tip!
I have had table top grills for decades and I found the easiest way to remove all that baked on grease and Marinade from those grill plates is to cover them in foil and crank up that bbq with the cover closed for about 30 minutes and nothing but ash is left to sweep up then re-oil that grill to keep it from sticking
I have too but I've found a couple minutes of scraping does a good job. I know the easiest way is to just crank up the grill but I don't see the sense in wasting the propane.
Hot water and elbow grease does the job easy enough to clean.
@@dougm2250 My elbows are not so good
After a while longer now....Have you had problems with it? Some complain it blows out quickly due to the gap by the drop tray...Any issues?
I haven't had that problem. I'm still happy with it.
I found some small toothbrush sized wire bristle brushes at harbor freight that fit the grooves perfectly. They make cleaning much easier. I bought mine because you liked yours so well.
Those work well too. :) If based on anything I said I hope you like it. lol Many don't like how hot the grill gets.
@@WanderDano Now, who on Earth would've want a grill that gets hot. That's the silliest thing I've ever heard.
Unless you can't throttle it back for pork chops or corn or baked potatoes, or oh, never mind.😉
Thanks for box-opening AND 1 year review.
Looks like a great alt for wife and me at home on a Tuesday. I can park it on my BIG charcoal grill or move it aside for groups.
It's an amazing grill. Everything you've cooked looks awesome, I would have eaten it, also you get a little song, bonus.
lmao I do think it is a very good grill.
how long does it take to cool down before you can put it in your trunk to go home from wherever you are
hmmm good question I never thought of. I safe a safe guess is 30 minutes.
@@WanderDano thanks pick my grill up sunday so well see next weekend
Mine came with a special cleaning tool that fitted the grilltop for easy cleaning. Works perfect!
Yes - that absolutely helps with cleaning it.
Wow pretty good review , and I’m replacing my portable grill soon , this video sold me on Grill 2GO
I've been very happy with mine. :-) I tried to be a fair as possible in the review.
Since you are using it in windy areas. Are you having any issues with a flame out. My current table top goes out easy and looking to upgrade.
Not too bad - I've had other grills that it affected much more than this one.
I'm a review junlie...Imread them for fun! In truth, I'm a reading addict, I read everything! But I'm learning what makes a valuable review. First, and I'd think obviously, reviewer should have actually USED the product!! Even if I'd not seen you and your grill in action, it is apparent you know the ins and outs. And you answer the questions I always have....you know, like a real person might answer them! Plus, look at the results...they speak for the grill, even without smellavision! Once again, thanks! Love to fuzz buckets....comtinued mercies!
I really do like this grill :)
I like to add this little setup of a container to serve cooked cut up meats from using the long tongs to cook with, the short tongs to hold the meat while cutting it with a sharp 8" knife on the cutting board. Use the fork tongues rarely. All these fit in the container which I put on top of the grille, and close the cover to handily carry it with one hand to the park bench to enjoy.
Always a good way to go
Thanks for your in depth review!
hope it was helpful
So I just purchased this barbecue last week and the regulator has very little control over the gas, turning it all the way to low hardly makes a difference. Is yours the same way?
I tried to say in reviews that the regulator can be a bit shooty. Many reviews I read complained about the regulators and mine has been ok but the grill does run VERY hot. I don't think I've EVER had to go above half way. I've been lucky not to burn anything but you do have to be careful with it. I tend to use the thermometer instead of the dial. If yours is really bad I've heard that charbroil does pretty good customer service on replacements. As a side note - most everything I have known of portable grills most regulators are not that great.
I've had a number of small bbq's and none were as bad as regulator on this. I contacted Char Broil and they are sending a new regulator. Are you able to have the heat low enough that you can cook with the lid closed for any amount of time
I've heard they can be helpful and I'm not gonna argue or defend the regulators because I've read of so many complaints that I really do think I must have gotten lucky. Hopefully, the replacement one works better for you - because if it does I think you will like the grill. Yes I can cook with the lid closed but I do consider this a "pay attention" grill. lol
Hi! I am thinking about buying this grill but I'm wondering.. does the food come out tasting like it would on a regular sized bbq? I'm after that Smokey char taste but in a smaller size like this
I still love this grill! No Flame ups and nice smoky flavors. You can add wood chips right on the grill for added flavor.
You picked a beautiful back drop for your review video. When you and others were talking about how hard it was to clean, I envisioned having to take it totally apart after every use and clean it. What you described isn't bad at all.
It doesn't bother me really at all but I do like to say it takes a little extra... I know many people aren't willing to do much effort at all. lol It does stay juicy and worth it to me.
@@WanderDano Do you heavy scrape/clean after every meal, or after a few, maybe home from trip?
Thank you for your sharing, and when you are grillin I am smelling/droolin ‼️
Amazing review. The sale pitch at the end is to kill for❤️. I get mine in 4 days. Thank you.
I'm still happy with mine. I hope I described it well.. the regulators on this like most portables can be tricky and this one does run ERY hot. Once you get the hand of it I bet you'll be happy. All the best
I own a Weber q1200 which is easy to clean , I’m really keen on buying char broil grill 2go just to see which one is better.
Thanks for the review.
I tried really hard to say the MAIN downside is cleaning. Some people won't like that at all for me it doesn't bother me and is worth the effort. The only other thing is the regulator - like so many portables it isn't great and gets REALLY hot. I would buy it again without hesitation. all the best
Brent did you get this grill? Interested in both also. Can't decide.
Have you been able to get the temperature down below 500 with the top closed?
yeah - it takes a little time to get used to the regulator tho
Dano, what did you pay for yours? I see $160 now on Amazon. Not sure it its the tariffs, but 50% increase :-/
I got mine in 2017 for $99. I would guess the tariffs are probably having an impact. :(
appreciate your review thanks. Just bought one, hope they have made the regulators better
Mine is still working well but with all portable propane grills... regulators are the weak point. I'd still recommend it.
100% it feels a bit flimsy and mine doesn't seem to turn around right to face the dial to the front. Great grill overall though @@WanderDano
I have an upgraded regulator but I haven't used it yet... THis one works well but I figured I'd give it a try.. next trip!!@@Mackymcd
Thanks for the reviews and enjoy the trip@@WanderDano
Tried to upload the picture of my setup. But it won't work for me
I remember on your old grill you used to cook everything on a piece of aluminum foil because the grill was broken. I thought that was a great idea for keeping the grill clean. I've been doing that ever since and my grill stays perfectly clean. Why don't you cook on aluminum foil like you used to and then you'd have no cleaning issues?
I like the use of aluminum foil too. It makes cleanup very easy and quick - Never fun cleaning baked on barbecue sauces from a grill when you belly is full of dinner and the sun is setting.
You defeat the purpose of the infrared feature. Might as well get a regular grill and cover it with tin foil and you certainly won't get the smoke and the flavor. Might as well put a frying pan on the grill.
I also had problems with their regulator. It caught fire. The replacement is working fine, but, no no good heat control. Cleaning is a bear, but worth it for me. I use this once a week to feed about 20 senior softball players. A pound of propane lasts a month. I use a 20# hookup at home to burn off the residue after scraping. Saves the 1# for the park. Also got an adapter to refill the 1# with the 20#.
I do/did the aluminum to sometimes. It isn't the same. Burgers and chicken look more like they were boiled. I had cut slits which helps. They use to make those "grill mates?" that were pre-cut with the hole/slots. I don't see them anywhere anymore. The cost of these grills has REALLY gone up. I have the GrillMaster that we paid $160 for about 5 years ago. It's ok, but the flames can really get out of control and the thing was a bear to clean. Parts to repair it are out of sight on the cost.
Any problem with keeping low temperatures for cooking long times. Mine hits 660degrees in about 5 minutes and no matter how the temp control is, it only goes up from there. Id like to hit 200 or 300 for long hours to do some serious meats. Any advice?
Everything I have heard and seen is this grill does burn really HOT. But I haven't had the same thing you describe of it not going down at all from that high of a temp. I agree that it is tough to get it to cook low and slow. I know these, like most portables have problems with the regulators. I believe if yours is less then a year old (i think) they will replace your regulator. That is my only suggestion. hope that helps
@@WanderDano its about 2 weeks old. Someone told me its the best tailgate grill on the market so I got it for the upcoming covid cleveland browns season. Ive used it twice and i havent seasoned it very well, juat let ot burn off and such, but I was thinking about going low and slow and on the weakest setting, it hits the top temp in about 5 mins. I will get my manual and figure it out tomorrow. Thank you sooooo much for your video and your response! Happy Grillin my man
@@dawichrister I seriously think if even on the lowest setting it is insane hot .. you have a bad regulator and they will replace it. :-) I really like mine but even when it is "right" you have to keep an eye on it because it can run pretty hot. all the best
Great in depth review…thank you
Glad it was helpful! I STILL use and recommend it!
Do you get the same flavour as you do using a charcoal BBQ?
well... there is ALWAYS a difference between charcoal and propane. If you want you can put seasoned mesquite or other types of seasoned wood chips right on the grill for improved smoking. But for those that are charcoal "purists" who don't like propane grills. This is propane - it smokes REALLY well but it is propane. If that makes sense?
So I just ordered the grate for it do I need to.put anything on it before using it the grill itself is used already I actually found it at a goodwill for $15 so I couldn't pass it up just wondering is it any different to cure like a regular stick burner
You have to season the grill and do a "burn-in" to clear any plastic that is on it when it is made. I don't remember exactly how long so here is my initial video where I talk and show the process. hope it helps ... you got a GREAT deal!
th-cam.com/video/YzclXtPOz64/w-d-xo.html
@@WanderDano yes I honestly did I do not like propane at all for my grill but for something like this I couldn't pass it up because I know one day it will come in handy to use
@@jaycastillo1187 I hear ya - my issue is when travelling I get impatient to charcoal to get ready to cook on. lmao
@@WanderDano yes thats exactly why I purchased this grill
Where do you put the wood chips? Around the food that is cooking, right on the grill?
Yes on this grill you can do it that way or you can also use a wood chip box or foil pack. :-)
@@WanderDano Thanks for the reply. Your video and my neighbor have convinced me to buy one of these so I will!
@@suekwiatkowski187 I've been very happy with mine. I will say the downside of the grill is the regulator - mine has worked fine but other people reviews are critical. The downside of most portable grills are the regulators - I still recommend with no hesitations.
I can handle that. I remember you mentioned that in your video and the company replaced them for those folks. I believe that. I will give it a try. Thanks for your video.
I see one thru Amazon 92.00 does that sound right? And 2 or 3 burners? Char broil grill X's2000?
I think that sounds right. the x2000 but it is probably in my initial review. the portable has one burner
Nice video! I ordered one of these with the carrying case instead of the road trip 225 I almost bought. This one sold me bc of the locking lid, and all the reviews complaining how hot it gets. My house gas grill can't get the sear I like on a medium cooked steak and this sucker seems like it will be perfect for that. Also liked that folks say a 12 inch cast iron skillet will fit on it, and i found a lodge griddle that pretty much fits the whole top to get further utility out of it as I camp.
I'm still happy with this grill. The only downside are the regulators can be troublesome.. but that seems to be the case with pretty much all portable propane grills.
I just bought it n far as the regulator it seems I can't regulate the temperature . It seems to cook full throttle all the time even on lowest setting .
I have heard many others say that - many of these portable propane grills don't have great regulators. I've found that these burn VERY hot. My best advice is contact Char-broil - if the regulator is faulty they have a one year warranty and I've heard they are good about sending a replacement.
I like my grill 2 go too. It's awesome hot hot lol. I put tounges in between the cover and close it too control the heat.
That is a great way to control heat as well
Tongues?
How much is it in the us? Here on amazon europe 179€
I got it a few years ago under $100 now it is around 200
@@WanderDano crazy inflation in the world. In germany everything is exploding in price.
Fuel is rise up to double, gas and oil for heating, same shit
What is the temperature swing in the Smoke mode?
It's not a smoker - it is the way the grill is designed not to flame up that causes all the great smoke. :-)
Will you share how you use a 20lb tank with this grill. I can’t find a regulator with a control knob
I just use a extension hose from the tank to the regulator and it works fine. You can find the hose at Home Depot - hope that helps.
Thanks I found what I was looking for!
I absolutely love this grill but I will say there is one major design flaw, obviously it gets very hot and That makes perfect sense but if you try to open it by grabbing the handle overhand your fingers come within less than a quarter inch of touching the metal surface. The handle should be extended off of the lid farther so that your hands do not get close. There are many times I’ve burned my knuckles. You have to be very careful when opening this and grabbing the handle. Other than that this grill is amazing and also looks amazing
You make a very good point.. luckily I haven't tried to grab it that way.. it would be bad! :)
Why would you try and grab the handle with a closed hand like that to begin with?
You're lucky. Doesn't matter what I do, it's almost impossible to keep this grill below max heat. Maybe I got a bad regulator.
I think these (any many portables) have a weak spot with regulators. I may have gotten lucky compared with others have said about the regulator.
Yup I can’t get mine low either have to turn it on then turn it off then turn it on . Looking for a valve for it now
Very thorough review, thanks...............
hope it was helpful
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I am but not going to copper this trip - been there the last couple summers. :)
mine won't go over 150C after two uses. Anyone know how to reset the regulator???????? Please.
I haven't had any problems with my regulator at all. One of the things about this grill is MANY people say the opposite problem you seem to be having - in that it gets TOO hot. I have heard many of these portable grills (of any brand) often have kinda crappy regulators and have also heard that Charbroil is pretty good about sending a new one if you contact them directly. But again I haven't had that problem at all with mine. Hope that is a little bit of help.
Sounds great and yummmm smokey goodness!
exactly lol
My issue with this grill is two fold, don't use marinade on your meat as it drips into the holes of the part the meat sits on and block them within a few minutes and it then only works like a pan on your hob with ribbed frying pan, the other major issue is the regulator that comes with the grill does not regulate the temperature - now matter what I turn it to (either using a bottle gas or the small portable gas little canisters) will got to a full 275 degrees C!! I have contacted Carbroil - no help or even a reply - and that is through their own website - would not recommend this. it is a fault in the design of the regulator
I have been very happy with the grill and haven't had those issues. Like most portable propanes.. the regulators have much to be desired.
It has no vent holes.
Vents out the back. Designed to smoke nicely
Doesn’t the meat gets cooked quickly but inside it is raw. How can u control temperature when cooking meat.
No not at all. If you use high heat to get a char on the outside then you lower the temp to ensure it's cooked thru
OK Danio I will give this grill another chance maybe I'm just not cleaning it often enough.
i think it is a really good grill.
I hardly clean it lol
Ok so 3 mins into your vid you say there is a known problem with the regulator.... I will send it back to the manufacturer.
Y0u may want to get them to send you a replacement regulator.
My grill I can't control the temperature it's either off or full blast! no control of fuel. Char-Broil would not stand behind it.
Like many of the portable propane grills the regulators are often not very good. I think I got lucky because I've heard of that problem. Supposedly, they will replace it for up to a year warranty.
I ordered a new one on Amazon it will be here on Friday. It's just this Chinese junk companies are importing. I wouldn't mind spend a little more for quality American parts and workmanship. It's not all about shareholders Char-Broil thanks
Mine burns everything. Charbroil said to cook with the lid open. They offered to SELL me another regulator. Why would I want to spend money on another reg that doesn’t work? It’s a great looking grill. It’s a great sized grill. Charbroil make good grills, this just isn’t ins of them.
Hi wander dano, I bought one of these grills, but when I have temp all the way down, it still pegs passed 650 on low. I tried to get a regulator for char broil. But then I said forget it,cuz I knew I was gonna get the same pos china made pos. If there is any info you can direct me with I'd would appreciate it. Like your videos man. Damn good job Sir
I wish I could help but I really don't know anything more than what you did by contacting them. I guess I got lucky - I haven't had that problem.
LOTS of complaints about the cheap Chinese regulator, most that it goes full hot and cannot be turned down. What I read on the RV forums was to buy a Mr Heater brand F273769 (made in Mexico) which can be found on Amazon for $12. It has a shorter stem and thus the body is closer to the grill, but it fits properly and the portable bottles still attach OK. I bought one and will try out the grill soon.
@@CharlesinGA Is there any chance you tried the Mr. Heater F273769 and it worked? Thanks!
@@lltrmt Yes I have, and it seems to be no better than the original. If the tiny numbers on the orifice is the size, it has a smaller one than the original but both of mine, when on low, go right to 650F, but a little bit slower on low. I have used the grill several times here at home to cook hamburgers and keep swapping back and forth on the regulators, to no avail. I probably will not bother to take it with me on a camping trip as I have bought a Blackstone 17 inch portable griddle that works well for most everything, you just don't get that char'ed taste from being over the flame, which makes its way around the shield.
@@CharlesinGA Thanks! After playing with it some, I REALLY like the heat when I need it and seem to be getting the same result as you. I'm going to keep tinkering with it and and maybe try adding a vent to it on top. I do need a steady 300-350 for some things. It is very well contained with no venting at all.
Well 6 years later or more I just cooked on mine for the first time yesterday. Four hamburger patties and there was nothing but flames inside of their and yes a lot of smoke! And concerning the regulator yeah I think I will have to have mine replaced because it's full blast on low or high. Awesome juicy hamburgers in less than approximately 8 minutes, so I'm going to stick with it for a while and see how it does. Thanks for the review and the tips.
Almost all portable grills have bad regulators.. I still really really like my grill.
Prime Day is Monday, will be looking for a sale.
I really like mine
Kinda a bitch to clean but man it gets really hot which I find a pro. I can get char marks I can't on my regular gas grill.
I can understand peoples complaints about the grate style but I like it and the stuff that does stick does end up being straight up charred to bits which scraps off well.
I work at Lowes and we had it for $179, dropped to clearance to $89 but i got mine for $25. A couple of managers that just want to get rid of clearance stuff will give us 75% off clearance price so i HAD to .
I do have an adapter that I got for a 2 burner stove that I added a screen to for a mini infrared heater so i already had it on hand.
The regulator doesn't seem to be really functional but I use it for hot and fast cooking..
I agree it's a great grill - not perfect but overall a really good portable grill. :-)
So I just bought one and the real truth is it is so hot that cooking meat cause so much smoke and not the good tasting smoke. It makes your meat weather it be burgers or steak taste like burnt smoke. Go ahead and spend your hard erned in money on something you will be disappointed with. You cannot controll the heat to a more manageable temp. This is a big problem with portables either not hot enough or way to hot. Gerry frustrating.
As I said in my last response - once you get used to it you may be happy with it. But yes the problem with most portables are they all tend to have sub-par regulators.
I bought a baby Webber .
those are nice