Planning outdoor cooking means deciding whether a flat griddle surface or a large grate-based grill better matches the way you host. The Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking and the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker take notably different approaches: one centers on a four-burner griddle with a hood, while the other expands to eight burners and two controlled grilling zones.
Quick verdict
Pick the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking when a hooded griddle format, collapsible side shelves, and a 582-square-inch cooking surface fit the scale of your cookouts. Pick the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker for larger gatherings, where its 947 square inches of grate space and dual gas systems are the stronger match. The two prices are $240 apart, with the larger eight-burner grill at the higher price.
At-a-glance comparison
| Detail | 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood | Large 8-Burner Gas Grill |
|---|---|---|
| Price | USD 249.99 | USD 489.99 |
| Cooking format | Gas griddle with hood | Liquid propane gas grill with porcelain-enameled steel wire grates |
| Burners and heat | 4 burners; 52,000 BTU | 8 burners; 104,000 BTU |
| Cooking area | 582 sq. in.; 32.87 x 17.72 in. | 947 sq. in.; 51.2 x 18.5 in. |
| Workspace and storage | Two collapsible side shelves with hooks | Folding side tables with utensil rails and double-layer bottom shelf |
| Shared setup detail | Assembly required | Assembly required |
Where each one wins
Choose the four-burner griddle for the flat-top setup. Its named griddle format is paired with a protective hood intended to keep dust out during storage and help shield the cooking surface from wind during use. Four independently controlled stainless steel burners provide separate heat control across the griddle. The collapsible side shelves and hooks add prep and utensil space without making those surfaces permanent.
Choose the eight-burner grill for larger cooking sessions. Its 947-square-inch cooking area is substantially broader than the griddle's, and the two gas-supporting systems create individually controlled grilling zones. It also has two electronic ignition systems and two grease-management systems. Folding wind deflectors, folding side tables, utensil rails, wheels, and LP cylinder space make its event-oriented design more explicit.
Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking
This is the more focused choice for shoppers who specifically want a griddle rather than wire cooking grates. Its 52,000 BTU output comes from four independently controlled stainless steel burners, and the 582-square-inch surface is described as accommodating 6-8 guests or up to 21 burgers. The bronze-gold control panel and black finish give it a distinct appearance, while the seasoned, sandblasted griddle is described as enhancing rust resistance and simplifying cleaning. The hood is a useful included design element for storage and wind protection. Its main limitation is capacity: the 582-square-inch cooking surface is smaller than the eight-burner grill's 947-square-inch area, so it is less oriented toward the largest outdoor parties.
Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker
The large eight-burner grill is the stronger fit when cooking-area scale and separated grilling zones lead the decision. Eight stainless steel burners deliver 104,000 BTU, while two independently controlled gas systems let you divide the grilling surface into two zones. The 947-square-inch porcelain-enameled steel wire grate area is paired with folding side tables, utensil rails, a double-layer bottom shelf, and a folding wind deflector. Two grease-management systems are included to support cleanup. This model is expressly framed for outdoor events, parties, and backyard BBQs. Its limitation is format and cost: it is a grate-based gas grill rather than a flat griddle, and it carries the higher price in this comparison.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Royal Gourmet 4-Burner Gas Griddle with Hood,582 Sq for Outdoor Cooking for a hooded flat-top cooking station with four burners and fold-away side shelves. Choose the Royal Gourmet Large 8-Burner Gas Grill Outdoor Event BBQ Party Backyard Cooker when the priority is a much larger grate area, eight burners, and two independently controlled grilling zones for outdoor events or bigger backyard groups.
