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Current Backyard Model G+ Dual-Zone Electric Grill
A serious dual-zone electric grill with precision temperature control from 200°F to 700°F, smart cooking support, and enough outdoor-cooking energy for patios that cannot or should not deal with gas.
A thousand-dollar electric grill is not the rational path. It is, however, a compelling answer for people who want real outdoor cooking without propane rituals or charcoal theater.
$1,099
Best for
Patios, condos, grill-curious cooks, outdoor kitchens without gas, weeknight cooks who want temperature control, and people who want grilling without managing fire like a campsite elder.
Skip if
You already have a gas or charcoal setup you love, need the cheapest way to cook outside, or think app-adjacent grilling is where dignity goes to char.
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