Imagine a golden sunset, the aroma of slowly roasting meat invading the air, surrounded by laughter and pleasant conversations with your loved ones. Now, imagine this idyllic setting occurring in the comfort of your own garden, terrace or even balcony. Sounds tempting right?
Barbecues are a perfect tool for organizing outdoor lunches and dinners. All you need is meat, fish and vegetables, a little charcoal, wood or gas and some seasonings.
If we do not yet have a barbecue, selecting the ideal model is not an easy task; It's an art that balances personal preference with practical functionality. Every garden, terrace or balcony has its unique charm, and finding the barbecue that complements this space is crucial. From compact, space-saving models to gourmet options that turn any host into a grill master, we guide you on this outdoor culinary journey.
Taking all this into account, at El Comprador de La Vanguardia we have prepared a list with 10 barbecue models that adapt to different spaces and pockets.
For those who invite friends or family almost every weekend and also have a large garden, they need a powerful, large and fast barbecue.
This model from the Campingaz brand is a gas barbecue that has 4 high-performance stainless steel tube burners (12.8kW) and a side rotisserie (2.1kW). The latter can be used to prepare vegetables, potatoes or even a sauce.
The barbecue cart has plenty of space to store condiments and accessories, as well as a practical folding side table to facilitate the preparation of all the food on the barbecue.
If neither budget nor space is a problem, this barbecue is the best option for lovers of roast meat.
If you have space at home, you use the barbecue often, but you don't want to spend so much money, we suggest the Series 2 Classic LX model also from the Campingaz brand.
It runs on gas and has 2 high-performance aluminized steel burners (7.5 kW) with quick and safe ignition. In addition, it has two parts: griddle and grill.
The cart has a small integrated stainless steel shelf ideal for storing spices, condiments and sauces. Its convenient folding side tables are perfect for keeping essential equipment within reach.
The American brand Weber was the one who created round and portable barbecues and in its 70 years of history it has been perfecting them until reaching a compact model, but of great quality. In fact, they are considered the best barbecues of this type.
The Kettle Compact model has a vitrified steel bowl and lid, fiberglass-reinforced nylon handles, two aluminum ventilation valves, chrome-plated steel cooking grate, temperature regulator and aluminum ash collection plate.
A superior quality barbecue that will last you for many years or a lifetime. In addition, it has wheels so you can move it easily.
It is available in 47cm or 57cm diameter.
If the garden is not so large or what is available is a spacious terrace, we can choose a smaller and more economical model.
This charcoal barbecue from the TecTake brand has a 46x35 cm chrome grill. It has a lid, has a thermometer, adjustable air inlet and outlet and also adjustable side ventilation device.
In addition, it has a very comfortable working height of 123cm, wheels so it can be moved easily and a very comfortable table to leave trays, plates or condiments.
For a small garden, patio or terrace we can choose this more compact and economical model than the gas-powered proposals.
This Tepro brand charcoal barbecue has a 56x41.5cm chrome grill. It has a powder-coated lid, thermometer, stainless steel handles, 4 adjustable side air inlets, removable and resistant stainless steel ash drawer, and bottle opener.
In addition, it has a very solid structure of 26kg and a height of 85cm that allows you to cook comfortably.
If we have a terrace at home, we organize barbecues from time to time and we don't want to spend too much money for the use we are going to give it, this model from the TecTake brand is perfect for us.
It has the capacity to cook for up to 6 people simultaneously, chrome grate and charcoal surface, lid with adjustable air outlet and removable ash tray included.
If our main problem is space, but we do not want to give up enjoying good grilled meat, we can choose this folding model from the Spanish brand Imex.
This barbecue is compact, portable and can cook for 3-5 people comfortably. In addition, it is resistant to corrosion, high temperatures and rust. Its stainless steel grill resists scratches and prevents deformation.
In it we can cook with charcoal, but we can also use firewood. It is made with high quality materials and is very resistant.
A perfect option for those who have little space or for those who want to take the barbecue anywhere because it fits perfectly in the trunk of the car.
If paellas are your thing and you want a barbecue that allows you to make them outdoors, we recommend that you choose this model from the Imex brand.
It is a simple, economical barbecue, and you can put a butane gas paella pan in it to make delicious paellas on the terrace, but you can also use it with firewood or charcoal for meat, fish or vegetables.
It is available in 4 sizes, it is resistant and its structure is stable.
Lotusgrill is a barbecue that runs on charcoal, but allows you to use it outside and inside the home because it generates almost no smoke. In addition, it is light and manageable so you can take it wherever you go, even on vacation.
It has a built-in fan that generates air circulation, which allows you to have the embers ready to start cooking in less than 5 minutes.
This Lotusgrill model is the best seller because its size and versatility make it very comfortable so you can take it anywhere.
It measures 32 cm in diameter, an ideal size for 4 or 5 servings. It is very easy to light and even more so if you use the bioethanol gel of the same brand.
A perfect model for those who have little outdoor space, such as a balcony, but who do not give up enjoying roast meat.
Available in 6 colors and includes Lotusgrill protective bag.
This smokeless barbecue model from the AKTIVE brand is very similar to the Lotus proposal, but with the difference that it costs half.
It stands out for being very fast. Its ventilation system ensures that in just 5 minutes it is ready to start cooking, and the cooking temperature can also be controlled thanks to the opening of the fan.
It measures 34x34x24.5cm and is therefore completely portable. It does not generate smoke so as not to disturb the neighbors because the charcoal is in the box and is easy to clean.
*Prices and information updated as of April 5, 2024
