34 Tested and Reviewed Grilling Gifts for Your Favorite Grill Master

A Way to Grill Without a Grill

Lodge LDP3 Cast Iron Rectangular Reversible Grill/Griddle

$40 at Amazon

Lodge’s reversible grill pan and griddle is perfect for the cook in your life who pines for a backyard BBQ but lives in an apartment. The griddle side will be especially appreciated by a griller who dreams of a flattop but currently only has a traditional grill. The grill pan/griddle works inside or out (on an ample-sized grill) for making smash burgers and more.

Our Favorite Grill Brush

Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper

$23

$18 at Amazon View on Walmart View on Grillartus.com

Every griller needs a grill brush. Our favorite grill brush has multiple rows of bristles, a comfortable handle, and a precise scraper. For under $20, it makes a smart stocking stuffer.

The Most Comfortable Grill Gloves

Blackstone Griddle Gloves

$20 at Amazon $15 at Walmart View on Blackstoneproducts.com

A pair of heat-resistant gloves is one of the fastest ways to help a novice griller feel more comfortable. They can help you safely reposition and dispose of charcoal and move hot grill grates. This pair from Blackstone has a strategically designed grip and longer cuffs for more heat protection. It was my favorite glove after testing eight different pairs.

Waterproof Gloves for the BBQ Enthusiast

Grill Armor Gloves BBQ Waterproof Gloves

$30

$24 at Amazon View on Grillarmorgloves.com $32 at Ace Hardware

Not every grill enthusiast needs waterproof gloves, but those who routinely smoke brisket, pork shoulder, or ribs will appreciate this pair of heat-resistant, waterproof gloves when it comes time to shred or slice hot meats off the smoker. These neoprene gloves are heat-resistant up to 900˚F and won’t get ruined if they are accidentally left outside.

The Best Wireless Meat Thermometer

ThermoWorks BlueDOT Alarm Thermometer

$57

$46 at Amazon View on Thermoworks

ThermoWorks makes many of our favorite digital probe thermometers, and this petite BlueDOT is no exception. The digital display is easy to read and connects wirelessly to an app, which lets you keep an eye on the cook time and grill or smoker temperatures. We really liked that it allows you to set a minimum temperature to ensure that your grill is properly preheated.

An Essential Charcoal Smoker

Weber 18-Inch Smokey Mountain Cooker

$519

$419 at Amazon $419 at Home Depot View on Bbqguys.com

Weber’s Smokey Mountain Cooker doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of other smokers, and that’s a good thing. The bullet design of the Smokey Mountain makes it efficient, and the stacked grates give plenty of space for smoking multiple things at once. It’s surprisingly affordable for such a great charcoal smoker.

An Innovative Grill Basket

OXO Outdoor Carbon Steel Frypan

$70

$50 at Amazon $70 at Target View on Walmart

This perforated carbon steel pan from OXO won our grill baskets review and allows you to grill or smoke smaller foods like snap peas, shishito peppers, and shrimp without them falling through the grates.

Locking Tongs to Rule the Grill

OXO Tongs

$24

$21 at Amazon $21 at Oxo

Sturdy locking tongs are an indispensable tool for better grilling. Being able to grasp steaks or chicken and move them around a hot grill will make you more confident. This locking pair from OXO is long enough to protect an uncovered arm, and the non-slip handle makes them nimble enough to grip the thinnest asparagus, even in bulky gloves. The locking mechanism is great for storage, too.

The Perfect Patty Press

Lodge Burger Press Cast Iron

$20

$17 at Amazon

There are plenty of burger presses to choose from, but this one from Lodge is as great for smash burgers as it is for weighing down a spatchcocked turkey while it smokes. I like that it won’t rust or warp like some stainless steel models.

A Subscription Box That’s Got the Meats

ButcherBox Subscription

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Grill-worthy chicken, steak, and even ground beef can be expensive, but gifting a Butcher Box Subscription means your griller can get quality meats delivered to practice their craft. We named it one of the best meat delivery services, and last-minute shoppers will be happy to know that this gift can be delivered digitally. 

Seasoning Storage

Totally Bamboo Salt Box

$12

$9 at Amazon View on Walmart

If your favorite kitchen salt cellar is made of marble or ceramic, and you’d like to protect it from getting damaged outside during grill time, this bamboo cellar is an ideal swap. It’s lightweight and includes a tight-fitting lid that keeps salt dry, even if it occasionally gets left outside.

Grill-Ready Seasonings

Spiceology Derek Wolf’s The Cowboy Collection

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Spiceology has some of the best seasoning blends for grillers. You won’t go wrong with a simple sampler, but this butter-infused Cowboy Collection is as delicious for seasoning steak and shrimp as it is for finishing grilled vegetables. (Cowboy Candy is incredible on smoked sweet potatoes.)

A Good Kind of Coal

The Good Charcoal Company Premium Hardwood Lump Charcoal

$19 at Home Depot

$42

$30 at Walmart $20 at Samsclub.com

Yes, it is a little bit funny to give someone a bag of “coal” for the holidays, but if it’s our best-reviewed lump charcoal, we don’t think they’ll be upset. The Good Charcoal Company’s Lump Hardwood has a great variety of chunk sizes and burns the longest of all the charcoal we’ve tested.

A Way to Organize the Grill Chaos

OXO Grilling Prep and Carry System

$45 at Scheels.com $45 at Oxo

No more back-and-forth trips into the house for prepped food! OXO’s Prep and Carry System has three trays (one deep and two medium with lids) as well as a cutting board that doubles as a lid. Plus, the whole set is dishwasher-safe!

A Quick Charcoal Starter

Weber Rapidfire Chimney Starter

$28

$25 at Amazon $25 at Target $25 at Home Depot

It's hard to understate how much time a chimney starter will save you if charcoal is your grilling fuel of choice. Weber’s Rapidfire Chimney Starter works with lump charcoal and briquettes, and it holds enough of either to cook dinner and then dessert on your favorite charcoal grill. 

A Terrific Turner

Wusthof Fish Spatula

$65 at Amazon View on Walmart View on Wusthof.com

Slightly curved and paper-thin, fish spatulas aren’t just for fish. These turners work well for grilling because they can slide between grill grates and under sticky foods like barbecue sauce-covered chicken thighs. We like this one from Wüsthof for its comfortable hold and durability.

A Truly Instant-Read Thermometer

ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE

$115

$96 at Amazon View on Thermoworks

While there are lots of thermometers that can help a griller improve their skills, none is quite so essential as a Thermapen. This instant-read thermometer allows grillers to check the readiness of chicken, pork, or steaks as they come off the grill. Plus, it has a rotating screen (no need to worry whether you’ve got it right side up) that automatically lights up in the dark. 

The Ultimate Tool for Better Smoking

ThermoWorks Chef Alarm Cooking Alarm Thermometer and Timer

View on Thermoworks

This leave-in probe thermometer has all the bells and whistles. All its features might make it overwhelming for a new grill cook, but they also make it essential for smoking enthusiasts. With both high and low alarms, two probes (so both the smoker’s ambient temperature and the food can be monitored), and a timer, the smoking fan in your life won’t have to stay up all night checking their brisket.

A Cutting and Serving Board

The Boardsmith Maple End Grain Board

$250 at Amazon View on Theboardsmith.com

A heavy duty, heirloom quality butcher board is a thoughtful gift for any cook, and especially helpful for grill aficionados, too. This board can be used for carving meat, and makes a beautiful serving board from grilled and smoked foods like steaks, brisket, or turkey. This board has been a Serious Eats favorite year after year.

A Practical Cutting Board

Epicurean 505 All In One Cutting Board

$40

$36 at Amazon

An easy-to-clean cutting board with a groove for collecting juices is handy for carving juicy, grilled meats like steak and whole chickens. This one from Epicurean is big enough to hold a whole brisket or a turkey, and has silicone feet that help secure it to your counter so it doesn’t slip during butchering or carving.

A Long Slicing Knife

Victorinox Fibrox Pro 12-Inch Slicing Knife with Granton Blade

$87 at Amazon View on Walmart

A long slicer is ideal for carving large cuts of meat off the grill or smoker. You can use it as a carving knife for a holiday roast or turkey, but it works well for pork loins and briskets, too. Its 12-inch blade makes it versatile, and its rubbery handle makes gripping the long knife even easier. It outperformed more expensive models in our review.

A Weeknight Grill Wonder

Weber Spirit E-310 Gas Grill

$499 at Amazon $499 at Target View on Weber.com

Gas grills are beloved for quick, easy grilling, which makes them perfect for grilling chicken or pork tenderloin any night of the week. We think this is a truly fantastic grill for both new and seasoned grill cooks because it has very precise, responsive temperature control, two generous side tables, and lots of tool hooks. Sturdy wheels seal the deal.

Practically Perfect Pans

Nordic Ware Naturals Aluminum Quarter Sheet

$24

$19 at Amazon $11 at Target

$18

$15 at Sur La Table

We highly recommend buying multiples of these! Quarter sheet pans are the perfect size for salting steaks or removing vegetables from the grill. We also really like to use these as plates for grilled nachos or classic burgers.

A Classic Charcoal Grill

Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill

$219 at Amazon $229 at Home Depot View on Tractor Supply Co.

With a legacy of over 70 years, this iconic charcoal grill should be in everyone’s backyard. Beginners can learn the basics of two-zone grilling with charcoal, while more expert grillers can learn to smoke and even grill pizzas on this simple charcoal grill.

A Reliable, Spacious Smoker

Traeger Ironwood XL

$2,200

$1,999 at Amazon

$2,200

$1,999 at Home Depot View on Walmart

Traeger is known for pellet smokers that hold their temperature and burn pellets evenly. We like this one for its spacious size—you can fit multiple pork shoulders, racks of ribs, and chicken wings in one go. With proper maintenance, this smoker will last for two years, and it is surely worth the investment for all the food it will help you cook.

A Backup ‘Fridge’ for Brining or Beer

Coleman Pro 45 Ultra-Light Premium Hard Cooler

$200 at Amazon View on Walmart

Every griller needs a hardy cooler, and not just for beer and sodas. Hard-sided coolers can be used for storing big cuts of meat (especially if the fridge is full) or brining big roasts or holiday turkeys. We like this one from Coleman because it can easily be hosed down after use.

A Big Ol’ Brining Bucket

Cambro Camsquare 6-Quart Food Container With Lid

$32

$27 at Amazon

Many chefs prefer to brine protein before grilling to keep it juicy. This large Cambro container (with a lid) fits a whole chicken or a five-pound pork shoulder plus plenty of brine. It fits on most standard refrigerator shelves. 

A Fashionable Way to Protect Your Clothes

Hedley and Bennett Atlantic Apron

View on Hedleyandbennett.com

There are lots of great kitchen aprons to choose from, but this Waxman Apron from Hedley and Bennett is perfect for grillers. It’s adjustable and has plenty of pockets for thermometers, your phone, and a loop for a kitchen towel to keep your hands clean. 

Towels for Clean-up and More

Zeppoli Classic Kitchen Towels

$30

$20 at Amazon View on Walmart

Grilling is messy work, and having a handful of sturdy kitchen towels on hand is as helpful for clean up as it is for handling hot trays or brushing grill grates with oil. These 100% cotton towels are thick enough to double as an oven mitt, can soak up messes with ease, and won’t leave lint behind on grill grates or dried dishes. 

Pretty, Sturdy Serveware

East Fork Enamelware Tray

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As much as we love the practicality of paper plates or sheet pans, grilled dinner deserves a little panache! Enter these gorgeous enamelware trays from East Fork Pottery. The large tray is deep enough for grilled proteins or salads.

A Protein Prep Knife

Victorinox 6-Inch Fibrox Pro Flexible Boning Knife

$40 at Amazon View on Webstaurant Store

We’d argue that every home kitchen needs a boning knife, but they are especially useful for preparing some of our favorite foods for grilling and smoking. Use it to remove the silverskin from tenderloins and roasts, or for butchering whole chickens. You’ll also find a boning knife handy for removing skin from fish filets. Victorinox knives are a favorite among restaurant chefs for their price point, sharpness, and long-lasting quality. 

Wrapping Paper, But for BBQ

Bryco Goods Pink Butcher Paper Roll

$19

$17 at Amazon

Pink butcher paper is most famously used for steaming Texas-style brisket after it has been smoked. We also like it for double wrapping meat headed for the freezer or keeping cooked food warmed but not browned while we wait for other foods to finish on the grill. It could be used as a clever gift wrap, too.

A Pepper Mill

Männkitchen Pepper Cannon

$200 at Amazon $200 at Mannkitchen.com

Freshly cracked pepper on a grilled ribeye? Oh yeah. This pepper mill grinds outstandingly fast...and well.

A Picnic Blanket

Yeti Lowlands Blanket

$200 at Amazon $200 at Ace Hardware $200 at Tackledirect.com

If someone likes to cook outside, it's reasonable to think they'd enjoy outdoor dining, too. This picnic blanket is luxe, with a storage bag and a plush feel.