On this page, you can see all the BBQs, grills, and other gear I use. From my favorite grills to thermometers, spatulas, tongs, and many other things.
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Grills
A good grill, especially when you just get started, should not cost an arm and a leg.
Barrel Grill
I started with a very cheap charcoal grill from the Dollar Store, and after about 18 years, I still use it.
Gas Grill
This is my 3-burner Monument Grills Mesa propane gas grill. You can read my full Mesa 300 review here.
My to-go for portable propane gas grill is my Char Broil grill2go X200. You can read my full grill2go review here.
Smokers
Ugly Drum Smoker
I love cooking low and slow on my 55-gallon drum smoker, also known as an Ugly Drum Smoker.
I have built mine, and you can read my guide on how to make a 55-gallon drum smoker.
If this one ever comes to the point that it needs to be replaced, I am sure I will go for the Oklahoma Joe Bronce after seeing it in action at a friend’s house. It is on my wishlist!
If you like to see more, click here to go to Amazon and read all the great reviews.
Oklahoma Joe Longhorn Offset Smoker
Beginning of 2025, I decided I wanted to try a “real” offset smoker, and on Facebook Marketplace, I found a very nice, used Oklahoma Joe Longhorn.
I had my eye on one for a while, but was waiting for the right used one to show up.
If you are interested in the Oklahoma Joe longhorn, you can see the current price here at Amazon.
Pellet Grills
I did many reviews of pellet grills and cooked on many of them with friends and family.
My son-in-law had a pellet grill he hardly used and gave it to me.
Pit Boss 820
I no longer own this one. Not because I did not like it, but I had to make room for new brands’ pellet grills
So, I was the owner of a Pit-Boss 820, and this will enable me to write more pellet grill recipes and share my experience with the readers here.
Z- Grills -BACKYARD WARRIOR 7002C2E
I have used this Z-grills pellet grill for a while, and it works great. I am working on the review of these models, but you can have a look at my other Z-Grills reviews.
Thermometers
Grilling, smoking, or even cooking without a thermometer is something I can’t imagine anymore.
Handheld Digital Thermometer
If I had to choose 1 thermometer, this would be the one. I don’t have the most expensive one. Just go to Amazon or any other store and buy what you can afford.
Digital Probe Thermometer
You could do without, and I have done that for many years. However, once you have one, you can’t imagine how you ever cooked on a grill or smoker without one.
This is the digital thermometer I use most of the time. With its multiple probes, it works great for me. You can read my full INLBIRD IBT-26S review here.
Now you can keep your eyes on the internal temperature of your meat without opening the grill.
Grill Mats
Although my grills are all sitting on a concrete patio, I still have a protective mat under them. This makes cleaning the grease spots and the other mess we all make easier.
I have used several brands in the past, but keep coming back to the ones you can see in my post about a Fireproof grill mat for the deck.
Aluminum Foil
I can only tell you to buy the heavy-duty quality. I tried to be cheap and use the grocery store aluminum foil, and got only very frustrated with it.
I know it costs a lot more, but trust me, you will never go back to using the regular one.
I will be adding more of my gear soon.
Read also my guides on:
- How To Use A Charcoal Grill
- How To Smoke Meat At Home
- How To Make Bacon At Home From Scratch
- How To Make Sausage At Home From scratch
Eddie van Aken
Eddie van Aken brings years of experience from running a full-service restaurant, where he honed his skills with all types of kitchen equipment. His expertise extends to mastering the art of outdoor cooking, utilizing the right recipes to enhance flavors on grills and smokers. Eddie’s in-depth knowledge allows him to provide comprehensive grill reviews and valuable outdoor cooking tips, helping enthusiasts make the most of their grilling adventures. You can read more on the About page for Eddie van Aken