The 14 best charcoal grills (Updated 2026)

Our top picks

1

Weber Jumbo Joe Charcoal Grill, 18‑Inch, Black – Lightweight Portable Kettle BBQ Grill with Tuck‑N‑Carry® Lid Lock for Camping, Tailgating & Outdoor Cooking

$89.99

★★★★½ 4.8 (5549 reviews)

• WiFi/app-enabled remote control
• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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Weber Jumbo Joe Premium Charcoal Grill, 22‑Inch, Black – Portable Outdoor BBQ Grill with Durable Plated Steel Grates, Porcelain‑Enameled Bowl & Precision Airflow Control

$99.00

★★★★½ 4.8 (965 reviews)

• 363 square inch cooking area
• Precise digital temperature control
• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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3

Weber Performer Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Black

$349.00

★★★★½ 4.8 (1592 reviews)

• 22-Inch cooking area
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types
• Easy-clean grease management system

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4

Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Black – Outdoor BBQ Grill with Built‑In Thermometer, Heat Control Dampers & One‑Touch™ Cleaning System

$219.00

★★★★½ 4.7 (12680 reviews)

• WiFi/app-enabled remote control
• 22-Inch cooking area
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Built-in thermometer or meat probe
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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5

Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Black – Classic Outdoor BBQ Grill with One‑Touch™ Cleaning System & Precise Temperature Control Dampers

$149.00

★★★★½ 4.7 (10602 reviews)

• WiFi/app-enabled remote control
• 22-Inch cooking area
• Precise digital temperature control
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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6

Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 18-Inch, Black – Classic Outdoor BBQ Grill with One‑Touch™ Cleaning System & Precise Temperature Control Dampers

$129.00

★★★★½ 4.7 (4178 reviews)

• 18-Inch cooking area
• Precise digital temperature control
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types
• Easy-clean grease management system

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7

Backyard Discovery Argentine Santa Maria Wood Fire & Charcoal BBQ Grill with Brasero, Adjustable Grill Grates, Fire Bricks, Heavy-Duty Steel, S-Hooks, Acacia Wood Table for Outdoor Gaucho Grilling

$1,499.00

★★★★½ 4.7 (82 reviews)

• WiFi/app-enabled remote control
• Super Smoke mode for bold wood-fired flavor
• Multi-in-1 cooking versatility
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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8

Weber Go‑Anywhere Charcoal Grill – Compact Portable BBQ Grill for Camping, Tailgating & Outdoor Cooking with 2‑Piece Cooking Grate & Precise Airflow Dampers

$89.99

★★★★½ 4.6 (7784 reviews)

• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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9

Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill, 26-Inch, Black – Premium Outdoor BBQ Grill with Tuck-Away Lid Holder & One‑Touch™ Cleaning System, Porcelain‑Enameled Kettle

$499.00

★★★★½ 4.6 (66 reviews)

• 26-Inch capacity
• Sear/sauté capability
• Stainless steel construction

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10

Kamado Joe Joe Jr 13.5-inch Portable Ceramic Charcoal Grill with Grill Stand, Stainless Steel Cooking Grate, Heat Deflectors and Ash Tool in Red, Model KJ13RH

$499.00

★★★★½ 4.6 (768 reviews)

• 13.5-inch cooking area
• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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11

Dyna-Glo DGSS287CB-D Portable Tabletop Charcoal Grill & Side Firebox

$98.52

★★★★½ 4.6 (278 reviews)

• 287 square inch cooking area
• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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12

Weber Smokey Joe Premium 14-Inch Portable Grill, Black

★★★★½ 4.6 (1917 reviews)

• 14-Inch cooking area
• Portable/foldable design for on-the-go cooking
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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13

Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart, Side Shelves, Stainless Steel Grates and 250 Cooking Square Inches in Red, Model KJ-23RHC

$1,345.75

★★★★½ 4.5 (1603 reviews)

• 18-inch cooking area
• Precise digital temperature control
• Durable porcelain-enameled or stainless steel construction
• Compatible with multiple fuel/cooktop types

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Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill, 26-Inch, Smoke Gray – Premium Outdoor BBQ Grill with Tuck-Away Lid Holder & One‑Touch™ Cleaning System, Porcelain‑Enameled Kettle

$529.00

★★★★½ 4.1 (11 reviews)

• 26-Inch capacity
• Sear/sauté capability

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Cooking over charcoal is one of those experiences that connects you to something fundamental about cooking - and the right grill makes it effortless rather than frustrating. The most important quality is airflow control: dampers at both the top and bottom of the grill allow you to manage temperature precisely, turning what can be an unpredictable fire into a reliable cooking environment. Heavy-gauge steel or porcelain-enameled construction retains heat well and resists the warping that cheaper grills suffer over time. A deep cooking bowl gives you room for indirect cooking - essential for larger cuts that need time and lower heat. Grate material matters too: cast iron holds heat beautifully and produces excellent sear marks, while stainless steel is easier to maintain. Ash management - a removable ash catcher or one-touch cleaning system - makes cleanup far less of a deterrent. Weber's Kettle remains the benchmark after decades for very good reason.