Choosing grills for outdoor cooking comes down to a practical fork: do you want charcoal flavor control, a flat griddle surface, or propane capacity for bigger gatherings? The four options here cover those distinctly different jobs. The listed range is $109.99 to $489.99, a $380 spread, so deciding on cooking style first keeps the comparison focused.
Quick take
Pick the Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard when charcoal cooking, adjustable airflow, and a compact barrel-style format are the priority. Choose the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking for a broad flat-top surface with a hood and four independently controlled burners. For large propane setups, the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker emphasizes maximum burner output and two controlled grilling zones, while the 7-Burner Propane Gas Grill Stainless Steel Outdoor Backyard Patio Cooking Grill adds a side burner and porcelain-enameled cast-iron grate.
Listed price comparison
| Grill | Listed price | Relative position |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker | USD 489.99 | |
| Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking | USD 249.99 | |
| 7-Burner Propane Gas Grill Stainless Steel Outdoor Backyard Patio Cooking Grill | USD 481.64 | |
| Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard | USD 109.99 |
Decision matrix
- For an outdoor party or oversized backyard cookout: Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker, with dual independently controlled gas systems.
- For a flat cooking surface: Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking, which pairs four burners with a hood and collapsible side shelves.
- For propane grilling with an extra cooking station: 7-Burner Propane Gas Grill Stainless Steel Outdoor Backyard Patio Cooking Grill, thanks to its listed side burner.
- For charcoal grilling and air control: Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard, with an adjustable chimney damper and side air vent.
Product notes
Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker
This Royal Gourmet model is tailored to large-format propane grilling. Its eight stainless-steel burners are listed at 104,000 BTU total, while the 947-square-inch cooking area and dual gas systems create two individually controlled grilling zones. Folding side tables with utensil rails, a folding wind deflector, wheels, and a double-layer bottom shelf make it a strong match for cooks who want preparation space alongside a substantial grill. The limitation is scale: assembly is required, and the 51.2-inch cooking-area length makes this a clearly large-format choice rather than a small patio grill.
Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking
Go with this Royal Gourmet unit when the meal calls for a griddle rather than conventional grill grates. Four independently controlled stainless-steel burners provide 52,000 BTU, and its 582-square-inch surface is described as accommodating six to eight guests or up to 21 burgers. The hood is designed to help shield the cooking area from wind during use and dust during storage, while two collapsible side shelves add prep room. The trade-off is the format: it is dedicated to flat-top outdoor cooking, so it is less aligned with shoppers specifically seeking a charcoal barrel grill or a propane grill with a side burner. Assembly is required.
7-Burner Propane Gas Grill Stainless Steel Outdoor Backyard Patio Cooking Grill
The Captiva Designs propane grill suits shoppers who want an extra-large freestanding grill with a side burner. Its listed 65,800 BTU output, porcelain-enameled cast-iron grate, and silver-and-black finish make it a focused alternative to the two Royal Gourmet gas options. The 39.9-inch cooking-area length provides substantial room, and the side burner is the key reason to select it when a separate burner matters to the cooking plan. One limitation is its 14.4-inch listed cooking-area width, the narrowest width among these four choices. Assembly is also required.
Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard
Choose this Royal Gourmet barrel grill for charcoal-fired backyard meals, patio parties, and picnics. It has 626 square inches of total grilling area, divided between porcelain-coated steel wire cooking grates and a chrome-plated warming rack. The adjustable chimney damper and side air vent put airflow and heat control at the center of the design, while the side shelf, bottom shelf, and utensil hooks support prep and serving. Its listed charcoal capacity is up to 4.4 pounds for slow smoking and searing. The limitation is fuel choice: it is a charcoal grill rather than a propane-fired model, and assembly is required.
Final recommendation by use case
For the largest propane-centered setup, select the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker. For flat-top breakfasts, burgers, or other griddle-style cooking, the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking is the direct fit. Choose the Captiva Designs grill when a propane grill with a side burner is the deciding feature. Pick the Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard when adjustable vents and charcoal cooking matter more than propane convenience.
