10 Best High End Gas Grills Reviewed

There comes a time in the life of every barbecue lover when you need to invest in a good quality, professional high-end gas grill.

At this point, you’ve probably been through a few low to mid-range cheaper gas grill models under 500 and you’re tired of the repairs and upkeep that they require.

Although high-end outdoor grills cost the same as gas stoves, they’re worth the price because you’ll see a noticeable difference in your grilling experience after investing in one.

Most gas grills are made to last with tough materials like porcelain coated stainless steel. They’re also easy to assemble and maintain over time, especially when compared to conventional stoves. The best part is that the modern day gas grill comes with plenty of features that allow you to prepare all sorts of meals.

This includes things like integrated thermometers to help you control the interior temperature, smoker boxes, and even rotisseries. You can take your pick between natural gas and propane grills depending on your energy preferences, but both options offer superb results when it comes to grilling.

So if you’re thinking of getting an upgrade, then you’ll definitely love our list of top 10 high end gas grills.

	Napoleon Prestige Pro 825 gas grill	Buy on Amazon
	SABER R50SC0017 Stainless Steel	Buy on Amazon
	WEBER Summit 7170001 S-470 Gas Grill	Buy on Amazon
	NAPOLEON Prestige Pro 500 Natural Gas Grill	Buy on Amazon
	BLAZE Professional Natural Gas Grill	Buy on Amazon
	CAL FLAME 710AS Outdoor BBQ Kitchen Island,	Buy on Amazon
	KOKOMO Cayman Island BBQ Grill	Buy on Amazon
	SUMMERSET Alturi gas Grill	Buy on Amazon
	FIRE MAGIC Diamond Grill E790S Gas Grill	Buy on Amazon
	EVO Professional Ceramic Top Gas Grill	Buy on Amazon

Best High End Gas Grills reviewed

Napoleon Prestige 825 Natural High End Gas Grill

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This high-end gas grill from Napoleon is carefully designed with shiny stainless steel side tables. Incorporated into the design is a night grilling menu. On the one hand, it makes for a very beautiful aesthetic, and on the other it enables even distribution of direct and indirect heat and turns red when the gas is on. You can cook with this grill for a lot of hours and get even cooking results each and every time.

This unit is coated with chrome to help prevent rusting and scratches, and it includes a 420 square inch cooking surface area. Thanks to the design of this grill, there’s very little chance of burning or under cooking your food. Plus, it’s backed by a limited warranty and a guarantee to cover the ceramic components.
Pros

• Exterior highlighted in chrome
• Consistent even cooking
• Premium grade ceramics
• 420 square inch cooking surface for multiple cooking methods

Cons

• None

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SABER SS 500 Premium Liquid Propane High End Gas Grill

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The SABER SS 500 has a solid track record among past customers and it’s not hard to see why. With a heat capacity of 24,000 BTUs on the three main burners and 18,000 BTUs on the side burners, this model will enable you to cook for an army. Its incredible heating power is supported by a generous cooking space of 500 square inches, in addition to a 175 square inch warming rack.

Both experienced and novice BBQ lovers will be able to operate this grill with ease, thanks to the nimble gauges and buttons. It only weighs 218 pounds which means you can take it on your camper or your boat. This model only uses 70% of the propane that other units need and it allows you to shift the convection heat away from the grates to help avoid excess moisture.

Pros

• Heats quickly
• Well-made and thoughtfully designed
• Great customer service
• Has a sprawling grilling surface
• Easy to assemble

Cons

• We have nothing bad to say about this grill

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Weber Summit 7170001 S-470 LP Grill

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This Webber Summit LP grill comes with a list of very impressive features. This includes a smokebox burner, a dedicated searing burner, a rear infrared rotisserie and a 12,000 BTU side burner. All in all, these features make for a complete cooking station that’s powered by a whopping 48,000 BTUs of heat distribution.

You can use the side burners to make hotdogs and wings, while the main cooking surface is busy with your stakes and rotisserie, for example. The 580 square inch grilling surface means that you can use this grill to cook for a party and then some!

It also features flavorizer bars and stainless steel grates which are not only easy to clean but help bring out that smoky flavor in your food. You won’t have to worry about getting the fire going either thanks to the snap-jet ignition system which allows you to light up individual burners for almost instant heat.

Also read: Weber Spirit vs Genesis – Which One You Should Choose

You’ll be able to see the internal heat of the grill while cooking through the Weber Original Digital display and it comes with an integrated grease management system.

Pros

• Well-built and made to last
• Comes with a propane tank scale to tell you how much propane you have left
• Burners are easy to light up and they heat up quickly
• Comes with a grill light to help you see at night
• Rotisserie feature adds more flavor to food

Cons

• It’s a bit difficult to use at first
• The proportions and alignment of the grill could use some improvement

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Napoleon Prestige Pro 500 Gas Grill

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Become a party starter this summer with the Napoleon Prestige Pro 500. It has a generous surface cooking area that allows you to cook up to 30 burgers at the same time. Its quality construction makes for a very user-friendly experience and it’s easy to control as well.

Some of the most notable features of this grill include Night Light technology integration, a total of 900 square inches for cooking, and 6 stainless steel burners with a heating capacity of  80,000 BTUs. These are supported by convenient interior lighting to let you view the progress on your cooking, and two stainless steel doors.

This grill is easy to move around thanks to the four locking casters, and most people will love the Jetfire ignition system. Napoleon grills are known for their quality and this one doesn’t disappoint.

Pros

• Burners are easy to ignite and provide even heat
• Comes with a huge warming rack
• Offers great lighting features
• Easy to assemble

Cons

• This grills is unable to stay hot for extended periods of time

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Blaze Professional Natural High End Gas Grill

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This innovative model from Blaze is made for professional quality cooking. It offers 615 square inches of cooking space with cast stainless steel cooking rods that make a super seared steak.

There are three main burners on this grill which are accompanied by an infrared burner that offers an additional 10,000 BTUs. It’s perfect for slow roasting meat or even fruit for dessert. It also comes with a drip tray that will catch all the drippings while you’re cooking and it makes for easy clean-up.

Keep in mind that this grill features industrial quality burners made from cast stainless-steel so you’re looking at a professional grade product. Each of the burners has a heating capacity of 18,000 BTUs which makes for a total of 54,000 BTUs, and there’s enough lighting on the knobs and grilling areas to carry on cooking well into the night.

Pros

• Offers even heat
• Easy to setup and use
• Has ample cooking space
• Provides versatile cooking options

Cons

• The infrared burner can take some getting used to

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Cal Flame BBQ18G04 G4 High End Gas Grill

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If you’re considering a full outdoor kitchen setup then look no further than this natural gas grill from Cal Flame. It has all the features you’d want from a professional grade grill. From four burners that offer 15,000 BTUs of heat individually, to an 800 square inch cooking surface and an additional two side burners with 30,000 BTUs combined.

It comes with a full rotisserie and removable cooking grates that are made from heavy-duty, dishwasher friendly steel. The drip tray is complimented by a large-sized warming tray that’s fully adjustable.

However, what makes this one of the best high quality grills is the refrigerator that it comes with. This gives you extra space to keep your cold beverages and salads ready while you prepare the different types of meat on the grill. Plus, the fridge even comes with a dedicated beverage dispensing system.

Pros

• Features durable, heavy-duty construction
• Makes for  a great addition in any outside kitchen
• Heats up rapidly
• Has generous cooking surface

Cons

• The bottom of the grill could use a cover to keep out bugs and debris

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KoKoMo St. John BBQ Built-in High End Gas Grill

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This gas grill from Kokomo has a well thought-out design. It comes with 2 outlets that you can use to plug in other appliances such as a juicer or a blender. It’s made for outdoor cooking at all hours, as evidenced by the under-counter puck lights. And the burners have a combined heating capacity of 60,000 BTUs.

While that’s impressive, it’s not all that this burner has to offer. It also comes with a stainless steel umbrella sleeve and refrigerator. And you can choose to either power it with propane or gas depending on your preferences.

Pros

• Easy to ignite and heat up
• Comes with a full width drip tray for easy clean-up
• Some of the components (like the warming rack)
  are dishwasher safe
• Comes with Sear Burning Briquette System
• Well made

Cons

• None

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Summerset Alturi High End Gas Grill

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Although small, this grill packs a punch. It offers red brass burners that have a total heating power of 26,000 BTUs, and enough interior/exterior lighting to help you continue grilling well into the night.

There’s even a rotisserie kit and an additional smoker burner with 7,000 BTUs. You’ll appreciate the heat zone separators when cooking different types of meat, as they allow you to grill burgers on high heat on one side, while slow cooking at low temperatures on another side.

There are two models of this grill available, with one powered by gas and another by propane. Each offers the same features including the flamethrower ignition and flash tube lighting options.

Pros

• Made from hard wearing #304 Stainless Steel
• Has plenty of lighting options
• Works great for rotisserie cooking
• Offers heat zone separators

Cons

• It might be a bit too small

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Fire Magic Echelon Diamond High End Gas Grill

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This is a versatile grill that’s perfect for preparing a diverse range of dishes. It comes with three burners that have 96,000 BTUs, and a magic view window that allows you to see how your food is doing without interfering with it.

Other features that this grill comes with include heat zone separators, a warming rack, a high-torque motor rotisserie, and a stainless steel pit. The rotisserie features Quantum foam construction and brings an additional 13,000 BTUs of heating power to the equation. The counter balance is great for turning out delicious roasts and you can experiment more thanks to the smoker/charcoal combo basket.

This grill gives you plenty of storage for your cooking tools in the form of two fold-down shelves and two storage drawers.

Pros

• Comes with different storage options
• Compact and portable
• Has generous cooking space
• High heating capacity
• Sleek design

Cons

• This is a not a well-known brand so proceed with caution

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EVO Ceramic

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This propane-powered grill features a 30-inch diameter cooking surface which you can use to grill burgers, bacon, vegetables and everything in between. It has a flat-top surface which helps prevent flare-ups of food from dripping through, but it also means that you won’t be able to get those grill marks on your meat.

The pay-off is that you’ll be able to enjoy even cooking for extended periods of time and they’ve included a stainless steel drip-pan to make for easy clean-up. At the bottom of the grill are sturdy wheels that make it more portable, which is important considering that this grill weighs a whopping 166 pounds.

Pros

• Offers versatile cooking options
• Has a flat top surface for turning out perfect burgers and pancakes
• Cooks evenly and quickly
• Portable through the wheels

Cons

• It’s a bit pricey
• The cooking space is rather small

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Conclusion

It’s no easy feat trying to find high-end outdoor grills but we hope that this best high end grills article will simplify the shopping process for you. Although they come at a higher price point, premium gas grills are very well-made and come with thoughtful features that actually make it easier and more enjoyable to grill for your family and friends.

Out of all the options featured on this article, Napoleon Prestige 825 comes highly recommended. Not only is it locally made in the USA but it has a lot of beneficial features, including a unique oval frame. It cooks evenly with a good combination of direct and indirect heat. It also offers a 400 square inch cooking surface area, as well as rust and scratch resistant porcelain coating. Simply put, it’s one of the best highend grills money can buy.

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Joost Nusselder, the founder of Lakeside Smokers is a content marketer, dad and loves trying out new food with BBQ Smoking (& Japanese food!) at the heart of his passion, and together with his team he's been creating in-depth blog articles since 2016 to help loyal readers with recipes and cooking tips.