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Consumer Reports Gas Grill Tests: Weber’s Spirit Line Tops Latest RatingsFive features to look for when buying a grill; Plus, great grilling accessories that add sizzle to any cook out
The full report on gas grills, which includes comprehensive buying advice and reviews of great gadgets for grilling fish, veggies, and more, is featured in the June 2013 issue of Consumer Reports and online at www.ConsumerReports.org. Models from Weber’s recently revamped Spirit line received high scores in Consumer Reports’ tests. The top-rated, mid-sized Weber Spirit SP-320, $600.00, and small-sized Weber Spirit E-220, $450.00, preheated quickly and evenly, and were superb at high- and low-temperature evenness. And both have electronic igniters and long burner warranties which are among Consumer Reports’ desirable features for gas grills.In the large grills category, Consumer Reports’ top performers included the KitchenAid 720-0709C, $800.00, and the Master Forge 3218LTN, $600.00. The KitchenAid, available at Sam’s Club, was quick to preheat and capable once it did, while the Master Forge, available at Lowe’s, offered fine performance, mostly stainless-steel styling, a folding prep table and lots of storage at a relatively low price. “You don’t always get what you pay for if you choose the most expensive grill on the market,” said Celia Kuperszmid Lehrman, Deputy Home Editor for Consumer Reports. “Some budget-friendly models delivered impressive performance and came with the bonus of electronic igniters and long warranties for burners – something to look for if you’re hoping to stick with your grill for the long haul.” Five Features that CountMore grills now have convenient features such as electronic igniters, fuel gauges, illuminated control knobs for nighttime grilling, and fold-down shelves for food prep. Here are five gas-grill features to consider when buying:
Great Grilling GadgetsConsumer Reports’ also tried out grill gadgets – including veggie, fish, and rib cookers, and pizza stones. Here’s what testers found.
About Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports is the world’s largest independent product-testing organization. Using its more than 50 labs, auto test center, and survey research center, the nonprofit rates thousands of products and services annually. Founded in 1936, Consumer Reports has over 8 million subscribers to its magazine, website and other publications. Its advocacy division, Consumers Union, works for health reform, product safety, financial reform, and other consumer issues in Washington, D.C., the states, and in the marketplace. SectionsNewsTopicsBrinkmann, Consumer Reports, Gas Grills, KitchenAid, Lowe's, Master Forge, Reviews, Sam's Club, Yonkers NY |
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