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Quick Answer
The Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 is the lowest price at $179.99 and lists 200 sq in. The Weber Q 1200N is the lightest at 20.1 lbs, at $279.00 with 200 sq in and 10,000 BTUs. The Cuisinart Venture is $229.99, the smallest at 154 sq in, and lists 20.57 lbs. The Coleman RoadTrip 225 is $284.99, has 2 burners and 11,000 BTUs, and lists a 3 year warranty. All four are available on Amazon.
- Cuisinart Venture: best for tailgaters and picnickers who want a wooden lid that doubles as a cutting board and twist-to-start ignition.
- Char-Broil Grill2Go X200: best for buyers who want 200 sq in of cooking area and a 5 year warranty on the burner and lid.
- Weber Q 1200N: best for people who want a high-dome lid for taller cuts, cast-iron grates and the lowest weight in this guide (20.1 lb).
- Coleman RoadTrip 225: best for camp cooks who want two burners and the most cooking area here (225 sq in).
Prices as of September 30, 2026, 6:27 pm CT, except the Cuisinart Venture price, checked October 1, 2026, 3:19 pm CT.
A portable gas grill is what you bring to a tailgate, campsite, or small patio. This comparison puts four tabletop propane-style grills from Cuisinart, Char-Broil, Weber, and Coleman side by side on cooking area, power, weight, ignition, and warranty.
How We Chose
We compared four portable gas grills from Cuisinart, Char-Broil, Weber, and Coleman, all available on Amazon. We left out the Traeger Ranger and Pit Boss portable pellet grills because the offers we found were from third-party sellers, and pellet grills are a different type. The grills are not identical. The Coleman has two burners and the others list one, and the Cuisinart has a smaller cooking area, so the specs differ, and each cell names its source: the manufacturer’s page where it gave a value and the Amazon listing otherwise. Weber’s page for the Q 1200N model number is its Canada page (we found no US page for it), and Coleman’s site did not show model 2000033047, so its cells come from the closest RoadTrip 225 page. We replaced the Cuisinart Petite Gourmet because Cuisinart now lists it as discontinued, and use its current Venture portable grill, which Cuisinart shows as available. This is a researched comparison, not a hands-on test, so we make no claims about heat or how evenly they cook beyond what each listing says. Prices are Amazon prices checked in September and October 2026 and can change.
The Lineup
Prices as of September 30, 2026, 6:27 pm CT, except the Cuisinart Venture price, checked October 1, 2026, 3:19 pm CT. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. Amazon may show a different seller than the brand or Amazon.com. Certain content that appears on this site comes from Amazon. This content is provided “as is” and is subject to change or removal at any time.
Cuisinart Venture Portable Gas Grill, Small Camping Grill with Cutting Board and Handle, 9,000 BTU Stainless Steel Burner
$229.99 as of Oct 1, 2026, 3:19 pm CT on Amazon · wooden lid cutting board, 1 lb propane
Best for: tailgaters and picnickers who want a wooden lid that doubles as a cutting board and twist-to-start ignition.
The listing describes 154 sq in of porcelain-enameled cast-iron grates, a 9,000 BTU burner with twist-to-start electronic ignition, a wooden lid that doubles as a cutting board, a flip-out rack that holds a 1 lb propane tank, and a stack-and-go design with a rubberized carry handle. Cuisinart’s page lists 20.57 lbs, 16.25 x 13 x 10.75 inches, and a 3 year warranty, which the Amazon listing matches. It is available on Amazon.
Check Price on Amazon →Charbroil Grill2Go X200 Portable Gas Grill, Dark Grey
$179.99 as of Sep 30, 2026, 6:27 pm CT on Amazon · 200 sq in, 5 year burner
Best for: buyers who want 200 sq in of cooking area and a 5 year warranty on the burner and lid.
The listing describes 200 sq in of cooking space that fits up to 8 burgers, the Amplifire cooking system, a cast-aluminum firebox and lid, push-button ignition, and stainless steel latches with grip handles for transport. Char-Broil’s page lists a 9,500 BTU main burner and 24.71 lbs assembled. The listing states a 5 year warranty on the burner and lid and a 1 year warranty on the grate and other parts, which Char-Broil’s page matches. It is available on Amazon.
Check Price on Amazon →Weber Q 1200N Portable Propane Gas Grill, Midnight Black, 10,000 BTUs
$279.00 as of Sep 30, 2026, 6:27 pm CT on Amazon · high-dome lid, cast-iron grates
Best for: people who want a high-dome lid for taller cuts, cast-iron grates and the lowest weight in this guide (20.1 lb).
The listing describes 200 sq in of grilling surface that fits up to 9 burgers, a 10,000 BTU high-efficiency burner, porcelain-enameled cast-iron grates, a high-dome lid, and a built-in lid thermometer. The item weight is 20.1 lbs, and the listing says a cart, stand, griddle insert, rotisserie, and cover are sold separately. Weber’s Canada page for the 1502198 model lists 5 years on the cookbox, lid, burner tubes, grates and plastic parts and 2 years on remaining parts, and notes electronic push-button ignition. It is available on Amazon.
Check Price on Amazon →Coleman RoadTrip 225 Portable Tabletop Grill, 2-Burner Gas Grill with Matchless Ignition
$284.99 as of Sep 30, 2026, 6:27 pm CT on Amazon · 2 burners, most cooking area
Best for: camp cooks who want two burners and the most cooking area here (225 sq in).
The listing describes 225 sq in of cooking area with 2 adjustable burners rated up to 11,000 BTUs, a removable water pan that catches grease, and Instastart push-button ignition. It says the grill uses a 1 pound propane cylinder (sold separately) and has interchangeable cooktops, with a griddle and stove grate sold separately. Coleman’s page for the closest RoadTrip 225 listing (SKU 2000033046, since its site did not show 2000033047) gives 27.6 lbs and a 3 year limited warranty, matching its warranty page for grills, though the Amazon detail field says 2 years and 25.6 lbs. It is available on Amazon.
Check Price on Amazon →Our Take
If weight matters most, the Weber Q is the lightest at 20.1 lbs, and the Cuisinart Venture is close behind at 20.57 lbs with the smallest cooking area and a wooden lid that doubles as a cutting board. If you want 200 sq in for the least money, the Char-Broil is the lowest priced and lists a 5 year burner and lid warranty. The Weber Q lists a lid thermometer and cast-iron grates at a higher price, and Weber’s page lists 5 years on most major parts. The Coleman is the only two-burner grill here, with the most cooking area. Check what fuel and cylinder each grill uses before you buy. We did not test any of them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size portable grill do I need?
The Cuisinart lists 154 sq in, the Char-Broil and Weber list 200 sq in for up to 8 to 9 burgers, and the Coleman lists 225 sq in. Pick the size that matches how many people you cook for.
Which of these portable grills is the lightest?
The Weber lists 20.1 lbs, the Cuisinart lists 20.57 lbs, the Char-Broil lists 24.71 lbs, and the Coleman lists 27.6 lbs, all per the manufacturers’ pages.
What fuel do these grills use?
The Cuisinart listing says it uses a 1 lb propane tank, the Weber listing says propane, and the Coleman listing says it uses a 1 pound propane cylinder sold separately. The Char-Broil listing says gas and did not state the cylinder in the fields we checked.
What warranty do these portable grills have?
Coleman’s pages say 3 years for grills (the Amazon detail field says 2), Char-Broil’s page says 5 years on the burner and lid and 1 year on other parts, Cuisinart’s page lists 3 years, and Weber’s page lists 5 years on most major parts.
