Gas BBQs

Frequently asked questions about Gas BBQs

• What is the best gas BBQ?

  Our Monster Grill gas barbecue range offers the ultimate barbecuing experience, with heavy duty stainless steel construction and powerful burners, these BBQs are guaranteed to impress.

• Are gas barbecues any good?

  Gas barbecues offer an instant stream of direct, consistent and controllable heat. Because they cook with fire, you'll still get that classic flame-grilled taste. Set up time is minimal so you can get grilling straight away - perfect for mid-week cooking when you want dinner fast, and with minimal clean up!

• How many burners do I need on a gas BBQ?

  For couples or small groups, a 2 burner BBQ is ideal. If catering for a medium-sized group of people (between five and nine people), we recommend using a BBQ with 3 burners or 4 burners . And if you're cooking for larger groups (ten or more people), opt for 5 burners or a 6 burner. Of course, you don't need to use all the burners simultaneously! There are also portable BBQs - suitable for camping trips and picnics.

• Can you use coal in a gas BBQ?

  Most gas BBQs are not compatible with coal. If you wish to give your food a smoky flavour, add a foil pouch or smoker box filled with wood chips to your set-up. Or, choose a dual fuel BBQ for versatility!

• What tastes better gas or charcoal?

  You won’t notice a difference in taste with high-heat foods that are cooked quickly or seared– like burgers, steaks or vegetables. For indirect, low-and-slow traditional BBQ, most prefer the taste of charcoal. But you can achieve similar results with a gas BBQ – just add wood chips to a foil pouch or smoker box and place on your burners.

• Which BBQ is easiest to clean?

  Gas grills are the quickest and easiest BBQs to clean; just wipe the surfaces and heat deflectors after use. Charcoal BBQs produce ash, which can be messier. Top tip: It's easier to clean cooking grates while they're still hot. A good quality grill brush and grill cleaner are recommended.