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As a recent Air Fryer Convert, the Ninja Foodie sticks out as a versatile indoor grill that doubles as an air fryer—excellent for those without an outdoor space. The built-in probe takes the guesswork out of grilling, alerting you to the exact internal temp of steaks, chicken, or pork. A grill under $200 that can make you both the burger and fries is a solid deal.Football season means copious burgers and dogs being consumed in parking lots. This Brandman Portable Grill is ideal for such occasions. It easily folds up for portability and has two burners that keep the standard tailgating fare cooking.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe best-known name in the smoker game is Traeger—They’re supremely easy to use and don’t have you fussing with vents to maintain steady temperatures. The Ironwood was an excellent upgrade from the brand’s entry-level Pro 22, with more space to smoke and easier controls.I’m blown away by Recteq’s build quality, customer service, and performance. The brand isn’t as well-known as Traeger when it comes to electric grills, but I can assure you they deserve the same buzz. The Bullseye’s 380-inch cooking surface fits a whole brisket, while the large hopper can handle long, slow cooks.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowGriddles, a.k.a. flattop grills, are great for burgers, breakfast foods, and searing steaks. This Blackstone not only has ample cooking space but also the prep space you want for feeding a big crew: Two side shelves, a bottom shelf, and hangings keep food and grilling tools organized.Big, heavy kamado grills can be intimidating, which is why this Joe Jr is the perfect grill to master. Its accessible size is still plenty big—I used it for a Christmas Eve dinner for my family gathering of six, and it was great.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe Flagship 1600 is the larger version of my Deck Boss, and it’s ideal for serious smokers feeding a large crowd. It’s also worth noting that the paired app, which lets you monitor probe temps, isn’t glitchy and is easy to use. Three shelves and the ability to cook 40 hours nonstop make this a bona fide meat locker.There’s no denying the convenience of propane grills—add seven burners, and you have some serious grilling power to feed an army. This Brandman also has two side tables for prep space and a storage cabinet.Danny Perez is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics with a focus on men's style, gear, and home goods. Recently, he was coordinator of partnership content at another product journalism outlet. Prior to that, he was a buyer for an independent men's shop in Houston, Texas, where he learned all about what makes great products great. He enjoys thrifting for 90s Broadway tees and vintage pajama sets. His spare time is occupied by watching movies and running to impress strangers on Strava.