By Brittany Rowland

The Cuisinart CEG-980 is quite a contender in the electric grill category. One of its best qualities is how lightweight it is, making it a perfect travel grill. At only 16 pounds, it’s easy to be on the go after folding in the legs and grabbing the briefcase handle. The CEG-980 doesn’t win any awards then it comes to cooking space though. It seems small in comparison to some of the other electric grills on the list, but it will be fine for a day at the park or a small dinner. It’s a perfect alternative when electricity is the only available method for using a grill. It seems pricey at around $160, but the tough build quality and portability make it a good choice.

Quick Specs

• 1500 Watts
• 145 square inches of cooking space
• 22 x 11.8 x 17.6 inches
• 16 pounds

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By Brittany Rowland

Electric grills are a great alternative to grills that are in constant need of a fuel source. They are also perfect for those living in apartments or condos that don’t allow open flames on patios and balconies. The most important aspect of an electric grill, however, is its cooking performance: food should come hot off the grill juicy and flavorful with a nicely seared exterior. Other factors that we considered as we compiled this top 10 list:

1. Quality construction with materials like cast iron
2. Easy-to-clean grates
3. Precise temperature control with a handy gauge
4. Generous cooking area
5. A removable drip tray
6. Even heat distribution
7. Heat-resistant handles

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By Brittany Rowland

Heat is the most sought after element of grilling. It can be tough to find an electric grill that really has some heat to it. This Char-Broil grill out performs a lot of others when it comes to this. The secret is leaving it alone for long enough without opening the lid. Anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes will get this grill up to and beyond 500 degrees. The amount of cooking space is somewhat limited, so it is better suited for smaller families. The infared heating works to create a more even cook without drying out food. This also gets rid of hot spots and flare ups. It’s relatively small and has wheels, so hiding it away shouldn’t be a problem for most. The Patio Bistro is an all around strong grill that can be found for $169.99 to around $200.

Quick Specs

• 320 square inches of cooking space
• 1750 watts
• Infared cooking
• 24.4 x 25.2 x 38.2 inches

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By Brittany Rowland

Weber is a top quality brand when it comes to gas and charcoal grilling. The Weber Q-240 takes that quality and it translates well to the electric format. This is going to be the perfect option for those unable or unwilling to use grills that need other fuels. Cooking performance is great thanks to all the power this one can make into heat. Temperature control is easy on the Q-240 thanks to the Infinite Heat control and the insulated lid. The body is cast aluminum with a glass reinforced frame. In other words, the construction is solid. It even has the cast iron grill grates like its gas and charcoal brothers. This Weber electric grill can be found on sale for around $280.00.

Quick Specs

• 1560-watt s
• 280 square inches of cooking space
• 25.1 x 27 x 26 inches
• 40 pounds
• 5 year limited warranty

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By Brittany Rowland

A convenient grill for indoor or outdoor use, this George Foreman electric grill heats up within 10 minutes and has enough space on its 17-inch surface to cook whole birds or roasts. You can set up the grill either on a countertop or on its pedestal and simply plug it in to get started. The nonstick grill has a gentle slope that helps drain grease and fat down into a removable tray, so cleanup is easy. If you’re looking for a space saving alternative to a charcoal grill or even a backup grill that you can use indoors on rainy days, then you’ll appreciate the nice searing performance of this George Foreman model, available for only $89.99.

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