Top 10 best BBQs

Given the positive feedback and usefulness of our previous article Top 10 BBQ's van 2020, we’ve also put together a new Top 10 of the best BBQs for the current year. 
You can’t start too early in the season when it comes to buying a barbecue. If you wait, you might find that your preferred BBQ is sold out just when you want to fire it up. Technically, a barbecue is a seasonal product, but plenty of people cook outside on their BBQ all year round. With today’s quality this is no problem at all, whether you choose gas or charcoal. Meat and fish also tend to taste just that bit better from the barbecue than from a pan or oven.
Most people kick off the season around April and get the BBQ out of storage. To make sure you have the BBQ you really want at home, it’s important to start looking now for the model that best suits you. And make sure you order online in time, so you allow for any delivery delays and can actually enjoy your barbecue exactly when you want to. Good preparation is half the work here as well. 
To help you find the best and most suitable barbecue, we’ve once again compiled a Top 10 of the best BBQs for 2021, which you’ll find below in random order. We’ve looked critically at the product, the price versus quality, user experiences, independent reviews, warranty and service, ratings, relevant information about the barbecue and our own findings. All of this has resulted in the Top 10 below. You’ll find gas barbecues, electric models and traditional charcoal barbecues, so there’s something for everyone. First decide what type of BBQ you want and why, then pick a suitable one from the Top 10.
You’ll once again see the Kamado appear frequently – "Waarom moet je een Kamado BBQ aanschaffen en welke zijn de beste?" – thanks to its great reputation and quality. 

The 10 best barbecues of 2021

1. Big Green Egg Large - with stand, side tables and cover €1995,-

Included in our Top 10 again thanks to its versatility, excellent performance and quality. With Big Green Egg everything revolves around taste and quality! The design and materials give the Egg not only its iconic look, but also ensure essential, constant air flow. This results in even cooking and very efficient use of charcoal. Big Green Egg is the only ceramic cooking system made from unique NASA-developed ceramics. This material has extremely insulating properties and reflects heat, creating heat waves that have a special impact on the flavour of ingredients and dishes. Thanks to the insulating properties, outside temperatures have no influence at all on the temperature inside the Big Green Egg. The Big Green Egg Large is the most popular model for cooking for family and friends or, on a professional level, for your guests. The grilling surface offers so much space that it’s easy to cook a wide range of ingredients at the same time. The Complete version also comes with a solid wheeled stand with brakes, two handy foldable wooden side shelves and a cover, and offers 1688 cm2 of cooking surface.

2. Boretti Addizio Gasbarbecue €389,-

The Boretti Addizio is the ideal barbecue for your patio or garden. The BBQ has 3 gas burners, making it suitable for large groups. The Addizio is equipped with heat-resistant handles and an easy-to-remove grease tray.

3. The Bastard Urban Medium €999,-

Good times aren’t bound by time or season, especially not with The Bastard Urban Medium Compleet 2020. You can bake, steam and grill to your heart’s content not only on warm summer days, but also in winter, because the ceramic is frost-proof so this barbecue is perfect for a winter BBQ party too. This kamado is a 2020 model and has been improved in 5 areas compared to the 2019 version. The design has been updated and it now has an extra thick stainless steel grill rack. On top of that, you can easily adjust the airflow using the new precision top vent, open the Urban Medium Compleet 2020 effortlessly with the easy-open hinge system and you get accessories like a plate setter, a stainless steel charcoal basket and a stainless steel ash lifter as standard.

4. Patton Kamado Grill Houtskoolbarbecue €679-,

Kamado is the Japanese word for ‘stove’ or ‘cooking range’. Archaeologists have discovered that the first remains of the current Kamado models date back around 4,000 years. Since then, this barbecue has evolved into a culinary all-rounder in many Michelin-starred restaurants. Thanks to the excellent heat-insulating properties of the ceramic shell (heat resistant up to around 1,000 degrees Celsius), meat juices are preserved better than with any other barbecue, and thanks to the precise control of the airflow, in addition to grilling and smoking you can also think of baking pizzas and bread. Never have your dishes come off the barbecue better and more flavourful!

5. BergHOFF Keramische Barbecue €249,-

With this barbecue the possibilities are endless! The barbecue is made of ceramic. This not only gives it a great look, it also allows it to reach very high temperatures and ensures constant heat circulation. This circulation makes the barbecue perfect for searing meat at high temperatures, but also ideal for slowly and evenly cooking the perfect piece of meat. The barbecue comes in grey and has a cast iron grill rack. It stands firmly on its attractive base, which is made from high-quality stainless steel and adds a stylish touch.

6. Patton Kamado Keramische Houtskoolbarbecue €159,-

Kamado is the Japanese word for ‘stove’ or ‘cooking range’. Archaeologists have discovered that the first remains of the current Kamado models date back around 4,000 years. Since then, this barbecue has evolved into a culinary all-rounder in many Michelin-starred restaurants. Thanks to the excellent heat-insulating properties of the ceramic shell (heat resistant up to around 1,000 degrees Celsius), meat juices are preserved better than with any other charcoal barbecue, and thanks to the precise control of the airflow, in addition to grilling and smoking you can also think of baking pizzas and bread!

7. Weber Spirit E-320 Original GBS Zwart €739,-

You want more than just standard grilling on your barbecue. This BBQ has a GBS grate made of porcelain-enamelled cast iron, where you can remove the centre section. This creates space for Weber GBS accessories such as a wok pan or a poffertjes pan (not included), allowing you to barbecue in a different way every time. The cast iron provides optimal heat distribution. This outdoor kitchen stands out from the Spirit Classic series not only because of the GBS enamelled cast iron grate, but also because of the closed bottom section. The outdoor kitchen features an electronic crossover ignition system, so you can quickly light the 2nd and 3rd main burner without having to ignite them again separately.

8. Weber Q1400 Antraciet €239,-

The compact size of the Weber Q1400 Antraciet makes this electric barbecue ideal for smaller balconies and gardens. Despite its small size, the cooking surface offers enough space to barbecue for up to 7 people at the same time. Handy when you have friends and family over. An electric barbecue also produces less smoke than a charcoal barbecue, which is a lot nicer for your neighbours. You can start barbecuing quickly; you only need to plug it into a socket. Thanks to the lid, indirect grilling is possible. The large heating element provides even heat distribution. The barbecue has a fat drainage system so the fat doesn’t reach the heating elements, which increases safety while you’re barbecuing.

9. Cadac Meridian 3B Dakota Grey €591,-

The Cadac Meridian 3B is a modern outdoor kitchen with 3 main burners that heat the cooking surface evenly. The barbecue is equipped with a side burner for heating sauces and side dishes. You can close this side burner when you want to create an extra side table. Need even more space? On the other side of the outdoor kitchen there’s another foldable side table. With a cooking area of 48 x 63.5 centimetres you have more than enough room to grill for up to 14 people. Finally, you can keep the Cadac easy to clean thanks to the drainage channels that guide fat into the drip tray.

10. Weber Master Touch GBS E-5750 57 cm Zwart €260,-

With this Weber you can put a different barbecue creation on the table every time. The updated Master Touch charcoal barbecue features the Weber Gourmet Barbecue System. This means you can remove the middle section of the grate and place Weber GBS accessories (not included) in it, such as a wok. The barbecue has a One Touch system that lets you open the air vents and drop the ash into the closed ash pan in a single movement. That saves time when cleaning your barbecue. With the thermometer in the lid you can keep a close eye on the temperature, and with the air vent you can adjust the temperature inside the barbecue to your liking. This way you can prepare your dishes at exactly the right temperature.