Weber owns more of the gas grill conversation than any other brand, and Black Friday is the one week a year its prices genuinely move — alongside solid, honest deals from Napoleon, Nexgrill, Monument, Broil King, Dyna-Glo and Cuisinart. Retailers use the holiday season to clear current-year inventory and roll in next year’s updates, and that combination is exactly why genuine price movement shows up here more than almost any other time of year.
This guide works a little differently from a typical “deals” page. We don’t track live prices or count down to a sale — retailers change those by the hour, and Amazon’s own rules don’t let us quote them anyway — so instead we tell you honestly which gas grills are worth watching for when the sales start, what actually separates a real deal from a marketing wrapper, and the buying considerations that matter regardless of how deep the discount runs. Think of it as the shopping list to have ready before the sales hit, drawn from the same research-led picks in our best small & portable gas grills buying guide, plus full-size cart models we researched and verified specifically for this hub. Here’s how we choose.
Our top picks at a glance
- Best overall: Weber Genesis E-325
- Best budget: Nexgrill 4-Burner with Side Burner
- Best small / 2-burner: Weber Spirit E-210
- Best value 3-burner: Weber Spirit E-310
- Best sear-zone step-up: Weber Spirit E-325
- Best value 4-burner: Napoleon Freestyle 425
- Best natural-gas option: Napoleon Rogue 425
- Best big-family value: Monument Classic 4-Burner
- Best large-group 6-burner: Monument Denali 605 Pro
- Best big-family 5-burner: Cuisinart CGG-8500
- Best built-to-last: Broil King Signet 320
- Best multi-zone sear & smoke: Dyna-Glo TriVantage 4-Burner
When do Black Friday gas grill deals typically start?
Retailers typically begin discounting gas grills in the two to three weeks before Thanksgiving, with early-access promotions from brands like Weber, Napoleon and Nexgrill often appearing in late October and early November. The heaviest activity concentrates around Black Friday itself and continues through Cyber Monday, and many retailers extend smaller promotions into early-to-mid December for holiday gifting. Grills are seasonal hardware, so manufacturers and retailers are usually motivated to clear current-model-year stock before winter — part of why this category tends to see genuine markdowns rather than manufactured ones.
How to spot a genuine gas grill deal (not just a red banner)
A few honest signals separate a real deal from a marketing wrapper:
Check the price history, not just the “was” price on the tag. A price-tracking browser extension or a price-history site will show you whether a listing has genuinely moved to a new low, or whether the “original” price was inflated right before the “sale” began.
Be wary of manufactured urgency. Countdown timers that reset, “only a few left” banners that never change, and “deal of the day” labels that reappear the next day are common retail tactics, not reliable signals of real scarcity.
Check the seller, not just the price. A listing sold by Amazon or the brand’s own store is a safer bet than a similarly priced listing from an unfamiliar third-party marketplace seller, especially for anything backed by a manufacturer warranty.
Weigh the whole picture. A grill with free shipping and a strong manufacturer warranty at a modest markdown can be a better buy than a deeper discount on a model with a weak warranty.
Is last year’s model a better buy? Often, yes. Manufacturers frequently refresh a model each year — Weber, for instance, dropped the “II” from its Spirit naming in a 2025 refresh, and older Spirit II units can still turn up at a discount with essentially the same cooking performance as the current Spirit line. Check exactly what changed before assuming the newest version is worth paying extra for.
What to look for in a gas grill, whatever you’re buying
BTU is a marketing number, not a quality number. It’s tempting to shop by BTU the way you’d shop by horsepower, but it’s a poor proxy for quality on its own. A concentrated single burner over a small grate can sear just as well as a much bigger multi-burner grill spread across more area, because what actually matters is BTU density (heat per square inch), burner design and how well the grate and firebox retain that heat. Judge a gas grill on grate material, even heat distribution and honest owner reports of hot and cool spots — not just the number on the box.
Propane or natural gas. Every grill in this guide runs on propane by default, and several are also sold in a factory-built natural gas version for a plumbed patio gas line. Manufacturers size the regulator and burner orifices specifically for natural gas’s lower pressure and different calorific value — buy the version built for your fuel rather than an aftermarket conversion kit, which has been linked to leaks and burner problems in past CPSC actions and typically voids the warranty.
Cooking area versus footprint. A bigger number isn’t automatically better — check it’ll actually fit the patio it’s headed for, and that the household cooks enough to fill it.
Warranty and brand support. Established brands with wide dealer and parts networks matter more once the newness wears off — a sale price is only a good deal if the grill is still supported in year three. Warranty structures vary a lot by brand: some cover the cookbox for life but the burners for a decade, others spread coverage more evenly.
Price bands, not price promises. We show qualitative price bands ($ = most affordable to $$$$ = most premium) rather than numbers that go stale the moment a sale starts or ends — tap through to check the current price yourself.
The 12 best gas grills to buy in the sales for 2026
Drawn from our small & portable gas grill guide plus full-size cart models we researched and individually verified for this hub — existence, current specs and active safety recalls all re-checked before this list went live. Ranked by use case, not by size alone — skip to the fuel type, size and price band that fits your list.
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1. Weber Genesis E-325
What it is: Weber’s mid-tier three-burner Genesis, with a dedicated high-heat sear zone built into the main grate.
Best for: the buyer who wants one grill that does everything well — everyday cooking plus genuine searing — and is happy to spend accordingly.
Why we rate it: 39,000 BTU across three main burners plus a 13,000 BTU dedicated sear zone, a 513 sq in primary grate (641 sq in with the warming rack), and Weber’s extended 12-year limited warranty on the cookbox and lid — a genuine step up from the Spirit line below, sold in both propane and natural gas versions.
Watch-outs: sits at the top of this guide’s price range, and don’t confuse it with the cheaper Weber Spirit E-325 further down this list — Weber reuses the “325” number across two very different product lines.
Propane or natural gas · 3 burners, 39,000 BTU + 13,000 BTU sear zone · 513 sq in primary / 641 sq in total · 12-yr limited warranty (cookbox & lid) · $$$$
2. Nexgrill 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner
What it is: a straightforward stainless four-burner cart grill with a side burner, long a Home Depot staple for buyers who want a full-size grill without a premium-brand price.
Best for: the household that wants real cart-grill capacity and a side burner for sauces or sides, without stretching the budget.
Why we rate it: four 12,000 BTU main burners plus a 12,000 BTU side burner add up to a genuinely capable 60,000 BTU total, spread across roughly 600 sq in of primary and warming-rack cooking space, at one of the most accessible price bands on this list for a full four-burner cart grill.
Watch-outs: the warranty is thin by comparison — five years on the burners, one year on everything else — and it’s propane only, no natural gas version.
Propane · 4 burners + side burner, 60,000 BTU total · ~480 sq in primary / ~600 sq in total · 5-yr burner / 1-yr overall warranty · $
3. Weber Spirit E-210
What it is: the entry point into Weber’s Spirit cart lineup — a two-burner grill on Weber’s standard cart chassis.
Best for: a couple or small household that wants Weber’s build quality and dealer support without paying for burners they won’t use.
Why we rate it: a 360 sq in porcelain-enameled grate (450 sq in with the warming rack), Weber’s 10-year limited warranty on the cookbox and lid, and the option to run off a full 20 lb tank via an adapter hose rather than only 1 lb disposables.
Watch-outs: two burners means less flexibility for zone cooking than the 3- and 4-burner grills on this list; if you regularly cook for a crowd, size up.
Propane · 2 burners, ~19,000 BTU · 360 sq in primary / 450 sq in total · 10-yr limited warranty (cookbox & lid) · $$
4. Weber Spirit E-310
What it is: the three-burner version of Weber’s core Spirit cart grill — no sear zone, no side burner, just a dependable everyday grill.
Best for: the buyer who wants Weber’s reliability and resale-friendly reputation at the most accessible price point in the lineup.
Why we rate it: 24,000 BTU across three burners onto a 360 sq in grate (450 sq in total), the same 10-year cookbox and lid warranty as the rest of the Spirit range, and a factory-certified natural gas conversion kit if you later plumb in gas.
Watch-outs: this is a genuine “last year’s model” watch category — Weber refreshed its Spirit branding in 2025 and dropped the “II” suffix, so older Spirit II E-310 units may still surface at clearance retailers with essentially the same cooking performance. Confirm which generation you’re actually buying and compare the price.
Propane (NG conversion kit available) · 3 burners, 24,000 BTU · 360 sq in primary / 450 sq in total · 10-yr limited warranty (cookbox & lid) · $$
5. Weber Spirit E-325
What it is: the Spirit-line E-325 — a three-burner grill with two booster burners built in for a genuine sear zone, at a much lower price than the Genesis E-325 above.
Best for: someone who wants real searing power without stepping all the way up to a Genesis-tier price.
Why we rate it: 31,000 BTU main burner input including the booster burners, the same 360/450 sq in grate as the rest of the Spirit range, and Weber’s 10-year cookbox and lid warranty; also sold in a natural gas version.
Watch-outs: important naming note — this is not the same grill as the Weber Genesis E-325 higher up this list. Weber uses “E-325” for models on two completely different chassis, with different cooking areas, warranties and prices. Double-check the product page says “Spirit,” not “Genesis,” before you buy.
Propane or natural gas · 3 burners + booster sear zone, 31,000 BTU · 360 sq in primary / 450 sq in total · 10-yr limited warranty (cookbox & lid) · $$
6. Napoleon Freestyle 425
What it is: Napoleon’s budget-friendly four-burner cart grill, sold in both propane and natural gas versions.
Best for: the buyer who wants four-burner flexibility and a recognizable grill-specialist brand without paying premium-brand pricing.
Why we rate it: four main burners onto roughly 425 sq in of primary cooking area, a 10-year limited warranty, and a natural gas version if your patio has a plumbed line.
Watch-outs: BTU output is quoted differently between the natural gas version (about 38,000 BTU) and the propane version (a somewhat higher figure) — confirm the exact number for the fuel type and configuration you’re buying.
Propane or natural gas · 4 burners, ~38,000–46,000 BTU depending on version · ~425 sq in primary · 10-yr limited warranty · $$
7. Napoleon Rogue 425
What it is: Napoleon’s mid-tier three-burner Rogue, sold from the factory in both propane and natural gas configurations.
Best for: the buyer with a plumbed natural gas line who wants a genuine grill-specialist brand rather than a mass-market natural gas grill.
Why we rate it: 42,000 BTU across three burners onto a 425 sq in primary grate (roughly 530 sq in with the warming rack), and an unusually long 15-year “bumper to bumper” limited warranty on materials and workmanship.
Watch-outs: sits above the Freestyle 425 in price for a similar core cooking area — you’re paying for the extended warranty and Napoleon’s WAVE cooking-grid design, not more raw capacity.
Propane or natural gas · 3 burners, 42,000 BTU · 425 sq in primary / ~530 sq in total · 15-yr limited warranty · $$$
8. Monument Classic Series 4-Burner (35633)
What it is: a full-featured four-burner stainless cart grill with an added side burner and an infrared sear burner, at a mid-budget price.
Best for: a family that entertains regularly and wants genuine searing plus side-burner flexibility without paying premium-brand prices.
Why we rate it: four main burners plus a side burner and an infrared sear burner add up to 72,000 BTU total, across a generous 510 sq in primary grate (roughly 700–723 sq in total with the warming rack), backed by an 8-year warranty.
Watch-outs: propane only, no natural gas version currently offered on this model, and Monument’s retail availability shifts between its own site and big-box partners.
Propane · 4 burners + side burner + infrared sear, 72,000 BTU total · 510 sq in primary / ~700–723 sq in total · 8-yr limited warranty · $$
9. Monument Denali 605 Pro
What it is: Monument’s flagship six-burner smart grill, with a Bluetooth-enabled control panel and included meat probes.
Best for: the household that regularly cooks for a crowd and wants app-style temperature monitoring without a premium-brand price tag.
Why we rate it: six main burners deliver 78,000 BTU across a 640 sq in primary grate (roughly 895–900 sq in total with the upper rack), plus a Bluetooth-connected control panel with probes for hands-off monitoring.
Watch-outs: warranty coverage is tiered — an 8-year burner warranty but only 2 years on the grill overall and 1 year on electrical components, so budget for eventual out-of-warranty repairs on the smart features.
Propane · 6 burners, 78,000 BTU · 640 sq in primary / ~895–900 sq in total · Bluetooth control panel + probes · 8-yr burner / 2-yr overall warranty · $$$
10. Cuisinart CGG-8500 Five-Burner Gas Grill
What it is: a straightforward five-burner cart grill with a side burner, sold at a genuinely accessible price for its size.
Best for: the family that wants five-burner zone flexibility and doesn’t need Wi-Fi or app features — just raw cooking capacity.
Why we rate it: five 10,000 BTU main burners plus a 12,000 BTU side burner add up to 62,000 BTU total across a 460 sq in primary grate (662 sq in with the warming rack), at a price band that undercuts most other five-burner carts on this list.
Watch-outs: propane only — Cuisinart does not support converting this model to natural gas, and doing so would void the warranty. This is a completely different product from the recalled Cuisinart Propel+ Four Burner 3-in-1 (see the FAQ below); the CGG-8500 has no pizza-oven attachment or glass window.
Propane only (NG conversion not supported) · 5 burners + side burner, 62,000 BTU total · 460 sq in primary / 662 sq in total · component warranties, ~1–15 years by part · $$
11. Broil King Signet 320
What it is: a three-burner grill built around a cast-aluminum cookbox rather than painted steel — Broil King’s answer to the corrosion that eventually catches up with cheaper carts.
Best for: the buyer who plans to keep a grill for a decade or more and wants a cookbox that won’t rust through.
Why we rate it: 40,000 BTU across three burners onto a 400 sq in primary grate, a cast-aluminum cookbox backed by a limited lifetime warranty, and a 10-year warranty on the burners; sold in both propane and natural gas versions (including a Shadow finish trim).
Watch-outs: smallest primary cooking area of the full-size grills on this list at 400 sq in, and Broil King’s only historical CPSC recall (2008, certain Signet and Sovereign units for a cookbox-melting fire hazard) is worth knowing about, though it does not apply to the current cast-aluminum Signet 320 platform.
Propane or natural gas · 3 burners, 40,000 BTU · 400 sq in primary · cast-aluminum cookbox, limited lifetime warranty + 10-yr burners · $$
12. Dyna-Glo TriVantage 4-Burner Gas Grill
What it is: a budget four-burner grill built around Dyna-Glo’s TriVantage system — a concentrated SearPLUS zone alongside burners designed for even heat distribution.
Best for: the value-focused buyer who still wants a dedicated searing zone rather than one flat grate.
Why we rate it: 51,000 BTU across four burners onto 448 sq in of primary cooking space (590 sq in total), with a genuinely low price point among full-size cart grills.
Watch-outs: the shortest warranty on this list at just one year overall, and availability has been patchy store-to-store — confirm stock before making a special trip.
Propane · 4 burners with SearPLUS zone, 51,000 BTU · 448 sq in primary / 590 sq in total · 1-yr limited warranty · $
Gas grills compared
A side-by-side of the headline numbers. We show qualitative price bands ($ = most affordable to $$$$ = most premium) rather than figures that go stale the moment a sale starts or ends — tap through to check the current price yourself.
| Model | Fuel | Best for | Primary cook area | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weber Genesis E-325 | Propane / NG | Overall | 513 sq in | $$$$ |
| Nexgrill 4-Burner + Side Burner | Propane | Budget | ~480 sq in | $ |
| Weber Spirit E-210 | Propane | Small / 2-burner | 360 sq in | $$ |
| Weber Spirit E-310 | Propane | Value 3-burner | 360 sq in | $$ |
| Weber Spirit E-325 | Propane / NG | Sear-zone step-up | 360 sq in | $$ |
| Napoleon Freestyle 425 | Propane / NG | Value 4-burner | ~425 sq in | $$ |
| Napoleon Rogue 425 | Propane / NG | Natural-gas option | 425 sq in | $$$ |
| Monument Classic 35633 | Propane | Big-family value | 510 sq in | $$ |
| Monument Denali 605 Pro | Propane | Large-group 6-burner | 640 sq in | $$$ |
| Cuisinart CGG-8500 | Propane | Big-family 5-burner | 460 sq in | $$ |
| Broil King Signet 320 | Propane / NG | Built-to-last | 400 sq in | $$ |
| Dyna-Glo TriVantage 4-Burner | Propane | Multi-zone sear & smoke | 448 sq in | $ |
Specs are drawn from manufacturer materials and reputable retailer and editorial coverage; always confirm current details and availability with the manufacturer or retailer before buying.
Propane & fire safety, in plain terms
Outdoor use only. Never run a gas grill in a garage, tent, enclosed porch or enclosed balcony — carbon monoxide and gas buildup in an enclosed space is a real hazard, not a theoretical one.
Check for leaks with soapy water, never a flame. Mix dish soap and water, brush it on hose connections and the regulator, and turn on the gas (grill off) — bubbles mean a leak. Never check for a gas leak by holding a lighter or match near a connection.
Handle cylinders upright. Transport and store propane cylinders standing up, and never store a spare cylinder indoors, in a vehicle interior, or near a heat source.
Respect clearance distances. Follow the manufacturer’s minimum clearance from walls, eaves, railings and siding.
Watch for grease fires. Keep the grease tray or drip pan emptied and never leave a lit grill unattended.
Never DIY a natural gas conversion. Only use a natural gas grill built for it from the factory, or a manufacturer-approved conversion kit installed to spec — a mismatched regulator or orifice on an unapproved conversion is a genuine fire risk and voids the warranty.
Food safety matters here too: cook to USDA-consistent safe internal temperatures and use a reliable instant-read meat thermometer rather than guessing by eye.
Frequently asked questions
When do Black Friday gas grill deals typically start?
Retailers typically start discounting gas grills in the two to three weeks before Thanksgiving, with early-access promotions from brands like Weber and Napoleon often appearing in late October. The heaviest activity clusters around Black Friday itself and runs through Cyber Monday, and smaller promotions often continue into early-to-mid December for last-minute gift shopping.
How can I tell if a gas grill “deal” is genuine?
Compare the listed price against the item’s price history rather than the “was” price on the tag, and be wary of countdown timers that reset and “only a few left” banners that never change. Check that the item is sold by Amazon or the brand itself rather than an unfamiliar third-party marketplace seller.
Is Black Friday actually the best time to buy a gas grill?
It’s one of the best windows of the year, alongside spring when new-model-year units first arrive and last year’s models get cleared out. Gas grills are seasonal hardware, and retailers are motivated to move current inventory before winter, so genuine markdowns are common — just verify them the way we describe above rather than trusting a red banner.
Should I buy propane or natural gas?
If your patio or deck has a plumbed natural gas line, a factory-built natural gas model removes the hassle of propane tanks entirely. If you plan to move the grill, or don’t have a gas line, propane is the more flexible fuel — cylinders are cheap and universally available. Never convert a propane-only grill to natural gas without a manufacturer-approved kit; an unapproved conversion is a genuine fire risk and voids the warranty.
Is a “last year’s model” gas grill a good buy?
Often, yes. Manufacturers frequently refresh branding and minor features each year — Weber, for example, dropped the “II” from its Spirit naming in a 2025 refresh, and older Spirit II units can still turn up at a discount with essentially the same cooking performance as the current Spirit line. Confirm exactly what changed generation to generation before assuming the newest version is worth paying extra for.
Do gas grills actually go on sale on Amazon, or mostly at brand stores?
Both. Amazon carries most of the models in this guide and reliably discounts them around Black Friday, but brands like Weber and Napoleon sell some models primarily through their own site and specialty dealers, where their own promotions can matter more than what Amazon is doing. We link to Amazon first since that’s where most readers shop, but it’s worth a quick check of the brand’s own site too.
What should I check before buying a gas grill as a gift?
Match the burner count and cooking area to how the recipient actually cooks — more burners aren’t automatically better if they entertain a small household. Confirm whether it arrives assembled or budget assembly time, and check whether they have natural gas plumbed to their patio before choosing a fuel type. A gift receipt is wise, since size and fuel preferences are surprisingly personal.
Is anything on this list under an active safety recall?
We screen every pick in this guide against the CPSC recall database before publishing, and none of the 12 gas grills above is currently subject to an active recall. Two things worth knowing about, though neither applies to our picks: Conair/Cuisinart’s Propel+ Four Burner 3-in-1 Gas Grill (model CGG-6331) was recalled in July 2026 because the tempered-glass window in its built-in pizza oven can shatter — a completely different product from the Cuisinart CGG-8500 featured here, which has no pizza oven or glass window. Separately, Weber (February 2026), Nexgrill (March 2026) and Conair/Cuisinart (July 2026) have each recalled specific metal wire-bristle grill brushes — an accessory, not a grill — over a bristle-ingestion hazard; if you own an older wire brush from any of these three brands, check it against the recall and switch to a bristle-free brush or scraper. Always confirm current recall status directly at cpsc.gov before buying, especially secondhand.
Related guides
Want the full picture behind these picks? See our complete guide to the best small & portable gas grills. Choosing between fuel types entirely? Our best pellet grill & smoker combos guide covers the wood-fired alternative. Rounding out the kit, see our best grill covers, our best instant-read meat thermometers, and how to clean a grill to keep it running well. Shopping specifically for a pellet grill or a pizza oven? See our dedicated Black Friday pellet grill deals guide or our Black Friday pizza oven & Ooni deals guide, or our broader Black Friday grill & smoker deals hub for the full range.
How we choose
We don’t run a testing lab, and we never fake “as tested.” Every pick in this guide first appeared in our best small & portable gas grills research, or was independently existence- and spec-verified against manufacturer and retailer sources specifically for this deals hub. For this deals hub specifically, we re-checked each pick for current availability and re-screened every model against the CPSC recall database immediately before publishing — a good grill isn’t a good pick if it’s no longer sold or has been recalled since we first looked at it. We use qualitative price bands instead of prices that go stale, and we never track live discounts, countdown timers, or claim a deal is time-limited. Read more on the How We Choose page.
Sources
Manufacturer and retailer product pages: Weber (Genesis E-325, Spirit E-325, Spirit E-310, Spirit E-210), Napoleon (Freestyle 425, Rogue 425), Nexgrill (4-Burner with Side Burner, model 720-0830X family), Monument Grills (Classic Series 35633, Denali 605 Pro), Cuisinart (CGG-8500), Broil King (Signet 320). Editorial and retailer coverage: AmazingRibs, Smoked BBQ Source, BBQGuys, Food Network, CNET, Pro Tool Reviews. Safety and recall screening: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recall database. Details were current at the time of research (July 2026); confirm current pricing, availability and recall status with the manufacturer or retailer before buying.