Choosing grills outdoor cooking equipment comes down to a practical split: do you want charcoal cooking, a flat griddle surface, or a large gas setup for bigger gatherings? The four options here range from $109.99 to $489.99, so the key is to match the format and cooking capacity to how you plan to cook rather than simply choosing the largest unit.
Quick take
The Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard is the lowest-listed-price charcoal option and pairs a barrel format with side and bottom shelving. The Barrel Charcoal Grill, Large Charcoal Grills with Side Shelf, Outdoor BBQ Grill adds a lid thermometer and a four-level adjustable charcoal pan for cooks who want more direct control over charcoal height.
For gas cooking, the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking centers on a flat griddle surface with a hood and collapsible side shelves. The Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker is the large-capacity choice, with independently controlled dual gas systems and an event-oriented eight-burner layout.
Listed price comparison
| Grill | Cooking format | Cooking area | Listed price | Price position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard | Charcoal barrel grill | 626 sq. in. | $109.99 | |
| Barrel Charcoal Grill, Large Charcoal Grills with Side Shelf, Outdoor BBQ Grill | Charcoal barrel grill | 500 sq. in. | $138.99 | |
| Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker | Gas grill | 947 sq. in. | $489.99 | |
| Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking | Gas griddle | 582 sq. in. | $249.99 |
Decision matrix
- Choose a charcoal barrel grill when charcoal is your preferred cooking system and you want a traditional grill layout with a warming rack.
- Choose the Royal Gourmet charcoal grill when shelf space and the lowest listed price are priorities; it includes side and bottom shelves, utensil hooks, adjustable airflow, and a chimney damper.
- Choose the other barrel charcoal grill when a lid-mounted thermometer and four charcoal-pan height positions are central to your setup.
- Choose the Royal Gourmet gas griddle for flat-top cooking with four independently controlled burners, a hood, and collapsible side shelves.
- Choose the Royal Gourmet 8-burner gas grill for a large cooking surface and separately controlled grilling zones for parties or outdoor events.
Product notes
Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard
This Royal Gourmet barrel grill fits a charcoal-focused backyard setup that needs useful prep and storage space close to the cooking area. Its side shelf, bottom shelf, and utensil hooks are designed to keep tools, sauces, and seasonings organized, while the adjustable side air vent and chimney damper provide airflow control. The porcelain-coated steel cooking grates and chrome-plated warming rack give it a familiar grill-and-hold layout. Its listed price of $109.99 is the lowest in this group. The limitation is its charcoal cooking system: it is aimed at cooks who specifically want charcoal rather than a gas burner or flat griddle format.
Barrel Charcoal Grill, Large Charcoal Grills with Side Shelf, Outdoor BBQ Grill
Pick this barrel charcoal grill if temperature monitoring and adjustable charcoal placement matter to your cooking routine. The lid-mounted thermometer gauge and four-level height-adjustable charcoal pan offer two distinct ways to manage heat, and the design holds up to 6.6 pounds of charcoal. It also has a side shelf, powder-coated metal frame, porcelain-enameled steel wire grates, and a chrome-plated warming rack. This is a charcoal cart configuration intended for outdoor BBQs, backyard gatherings, and camping trips. Its limitation is cooking-surface size: the 500-square-inch surface is smaller than the other listed cooking areas in this comparison.
Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker
The eight-burner Royal Gourmet is the clear match for cooking at a larger scale. Its 947-square-inch cooking space is paired with two independently controlled gas systems, creating separate grilling zones within one freestanding unit. Two electronic ignition systems and two grease-management systems support the dual-system layout, while folding side tables, utensil rails, a folding wind deflector, wheels, and a double-layer bottom shelf add work and storage features. This is the option to prioritize for the title's outdoor event or party use case. The trade-off is the listed price: at $489.99, it is the highest-priced grill in the group.
Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking
This Royal Gourmet option is for shoppers who want a gas-powered flat griddle rather than a grate-based grill. Four independently controlled stainless steel burners produce 52,000 BTU, and the 582-square-inch cooking surface is paired with electronic ignition. A hood helps shield the griddle from dust during storage and wind during use, while the two collapsible side shelves include hooks for prep tools. The bronze-gold control panel and black finish give it a distinct appearance among the four choices. Its limitation is also its defining feature: the griddle format is best suited to shoppers seeking a flat cooking surface, not a charcoal barrel grill setup.
Final recommendation by use case
For a charcoal barrel grill at the lowest listed price, choose the Royal Gourmet Outdoor Grill with Side Shelf Barrel Charcoal Grill for Backyard. Choose the Barrel Charcoal Grill, Large Charcoal Grills with Side Shelf, Outdoor BBQ Grill when the adjustable charcoal pan and lid thermometer are the deciding features. Choose the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking for flat-top gas cooking with a hood. For the largest cooking area and dual-zone gas setup, choose the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker.
