Every griller has their preferences. So if you like charcoal or a Kamado type, no one can argue with you. I personally like them all, but this grill strikes the best balance of value, variability of cooking styles and features of any grill I've owned.
The Clearview is genuinely a great idea and feature, not a gimmick. I'm really nosey when I grill, so being able to take a peek now and then without losing the heat is an amazing feature.
The sear burner for some reverse searing action is, again, an amazing feature I use every time I cook steaks. It's a must and it allows me and a thermometer to have perfectly cooked steaks to any specification a guest requests.
The side burner is obviously great to warm up some sides. I'd suggest a cast iron griddle plate and then you can bang out amazing breakfasts as well.
The light up knobs are indeed useful at night but if you often grill late, pick up a little clip-on light so you can see the meats well when you open the hood.
Clean up is quite easy and I like the angled tray that allows you to run all of that into the tray or bucket.
The only quibble I had with this grill was assembly and shipment, but that had zero to do with it's function. First, if you have big hands, trying to screw on the sear and side burner portions is a pain... Literally. The steel have sharp edges under there where you have to get your screwdriver. I lost some blood putting this thing together. Second, unfortunately, despite the packaging seemingly being very well done, the lower left front part of my grill face was dented.
Again, neither of these things affected in any way the usage and general awesomeness of the grill.
I doubt you can find a better bang-for-your-buck grill anywhere. Because I looked long and hard and I couldn't!
| Brand | Monument Grills |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 19"D x 54"W x 46"H |
| Special Feature | Electric Starter, Clearview Lid |
| Color | Silver |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Included Components | Electric Starter |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Iron |
| Handle Material | Stainless steel |
| Item Weight | 101 Pounds |
| Heating Power | 21.1 Kilowatts |
| Frame Material | Cast Iron |
| Installation Type | Free Standing |
| Voltage | 7.5 Volts |
| Side Burner Count | 2 |
| Main Burner Count | 4 |
| Heating Elements | 4 |
| Manufacturer | Monument Grills |
| Part Number | 35633 |
| Item Weight | 101 pounds |
| Item model number | K104BSBGD2S-1 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Style | Grill |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Power Source | propane |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Electric Starter, Clearview Lid |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | No |
