The Best Grills of 2025

If you're shopping for a new grill for your backyard or outdoor kitchen, Abt's best grills of 2025 can help make your decision easy. From smaller grills perfect for those living in apartments to large, built-in grills for your backyard kitchen, Abt has a wide selection of top grills to choose from. From built-ins to wood pellet grills, keep reading to learn about our choices for best grills in 2025. You don't have to wait for summer to arrive to fire up your grill. Grill your favorite burgers, steaks, chicken and more any time of the year.

Topping the list for the best built-in grill of 2025 is the DCS Series 9 36" built-in natural gas grill. If you're looking for a built-in option for your outdoor kitchen, this DCS grill has you covered. In addition to its natural gas fuel source, you can also grill with charcoal on this model, perfect for those looking for modern features with that classic BBQ taste. We also love the rotisserie, perfect for tender chicken or even your Thanksgiving turkey. With its durable stainless steel construction, extra cooking area and an easy lifting hood, it's easy to see why this DCS grill is our pick for the best built-in grill of 2025.

The Weber GENESIS SL-S-435 grill comes in as our pick for the best freestanding grill of 2025 for a variety of reasons. This grill offers tons of space to prep and cook food with an extra-large sear zone, extra-large prep & serve table and enough cooking area to grill an entire meal at once. One of our favorite features is its compatibility with the Weber CRAFTED system; you can add a griddle insert (sold separately) to the Genesis to use the grill and griddle simultaneously. It's available in both liquid propane and natural gas options, so there's an option for everyone.

Wood pellet grilling has become increasingly popular over the years. If you're looking to upgrade to a wood pellet grill, take a look at our top choice for 2025, the Traeger Timberline XL wood pellet grill. Choose from a variety of wood pellet flavors, load them in the hopper and enjoy the smoky, wood-fired flavor that Traeger is known for. Turn on Super Smoke Mode to increase the smoke and enjoy the maximum wood-fired flavor. This massive pellet grill has enough cooking space for 12 chickens, 16 rib racks or 12 pork butts at once, so it's great for entertaining or larger households. There's even an induction cooktop on the side of the grill for searing, sauteing, frying and more, so you can make entire meals just on the grill. For added convenience, this pellet grill has WiFIRE® technology and MEATER® wireless meat thermometers so you don't have to stand in front of the grill all day.

Get ready for your next tailgate, camping trip or picnic with the Weber Traveler portable grill. Its compact design folds easily to fit in the car, allowing you to bring the Traveler wherever your final destination may be, while the large grilling area gives you the space to cook enough food for the entire group. With 320 square inches of cooking area, you can fit up to 15 burgers or 20 sausages at a time. When you're finished grilling, the automatic lock lid ensures your grill stays closed and the heavy-duty frame and wheels make it easy to transport. The Weber Traveler's compact storage yet large grilling area make it easy to see why it's our top choice for best portable grills of 2025.

The Kamado Joe Konnected Joe ceramic grill is our choice for best ceramic grill of 2025. Kamado's 2-Tier Divide & Conquer Flexible Cooking System allows you to cook different foods at different temperatures at the same time. This helps you perfectly time your meal, giving you the ability to finish cooking everything at the same time. We love that this BBQ can be used for charcoal grilling or smoking so you only have to invest in one outdoor appliance. The durable, powder-coated red finish and locking wheels give the Konnected Joe a classic look, while the Air Lift™ hinge reduces the dome weight when raising the lid. Looking to upgrade your ceramic grill in 2025? Take a look at our best pick, the Kamado Joe Konnected Joe.

The newest Weber Summit grill introduces the latest in BBQ technology. It's our pick for the best smart grill, with an innovative knob-free design. Instead, this grill can be controlled via the digital control panel or the Weber Connect app. Included smart probes mean you can watch steaks reach the perfect internal temperature from your phone rather than standing in front of a hot grill on a summer day. Additionally, the SmartControl™ technology also helps you strategically place your food on the grates for the best results for those perfect sear marks every time. The new Summit Smart FS38X S takes the reliable performance Weber is known for and adds smart technology for a totally new, innovative grilling experience.

Abt's best grills of 2025 feature the perfect grill for every situation, from backyard barbecues to tailgates, camping trips and more. Whether you're looking for a standard gas grill for your backyard, a wood pellet grill or a portable grill you can bring anywhere, Abt's best grills of 2025 can help you find exactly what you're looking for. If you need help selecting the right grill, give our Abt team members a call at 800-860-3577. You can also look at our outdoor grill buying guide for more information on selecting the perfect grill.