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What type of grill do you prefer—charcoal or propane? Since “propane” is in our name, you know how we lean! Let’s go over some pros and cons of both options, and you can decide for yourself.
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Charcoal & Propane Grills: Which is Better?
- Price: The average price of a charcoal model is typically lower than propane.
- Portability: There are large and small versions of both, but on average, charcoal grills are more compact and easier to take with you.
- Start-Up Time: Propane lights up immediately, and you’re ready to cook in minutes. Charcoal can take 20–30 minutes before being cook-ready.
- Cleanup: Propane cleanup involves occasionally scrubbing the grates, drip pans, etc. Charcoal has the same occasional scrubbing, plus it produces lots of ash. Even though some units have an ash catcher to make cleanup quicker, propane models are simply easier to operate and maintain.
- Fuel Cost: Costs vary, but typically propane costs about $1 per hour to run, compared to $1.50 for charcoal.
- Temperature Control: It can take years to learn how to maintain consistent temperatures using charcoal. Propane has almost no learning curve.
- Max Temp: Some premium propane grills can burn at higher temperatures, but charcoal generally burns hotter.
- Flavor / Smoking: You’d think this is an easy call. Charcoal gives you that nice, smokey flavor and you can cook your food low and slow to get that taste to shine through. However, you may not want that flavor in your veggies or a delicate piece of fish. Veggies? Delicate piece of what? No. Charcoal wins. On 2nd thought, this IS an easy call.
| Charcoal | Propane | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ✔ | ✘ |
| Portability | ✔ | ✘ |
| Fuel Cost | ✘ | ✔ |
| Start-Up Time | ✘ | ✔ |
| Cleanup | ✘ | ✔ |
| Flavor / Smoking | ✔ | ✘ |
| Temperature Control | ✘ | ✔ |
| Max Temp | ✔ | ✘ |
Overall Verdict: It’s a Tie!
A Grill for Every Preference.
Admittedly, yes, this contest was rigged; not just because we want to avoid the anger from both charcoal AND propane fans. No, it’s because we sell both! Our lines include Broilmaster and Napolean propane grills. Also, we were the first Big Green Egg distributor in NEPA and still carry them today. No matter your preference, we can help you. Our knowledgeable salespeople can answer any questions you may have, so give us a call or stop in today. Keystone Propane, Your Trusted Grilling Partner.
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