Gas grills

They are typically more expensive than their charcoal counterparts. No doubt, in part, due to the more complicated nature of it's design.

  - A gas burner

They are usually slightly larger than charcoal grills, it's certainly rare to find a small gas burner. They can cook on average for around 4-8 people. The larger the grill surface, the more gas burners it will require.

A medium sized grill will usually contain two main burners and one side burner. The gas used is either natural or propane gas, some may not be compatible with butane gas.

Nearly all gas burning grills feature a cart design. With wheels for portability, a cabinet under the grill, a roasting lid and a warming rack. Most manufacturers therefore tend to conform to an expected style.

Gas burning BBQs do offer increased flexibility, containing a temperature gauge, and all the controls you would expect to find in a domestic household grill.

There are safety issues however, it's advisable to have a propane regulator. Gas bottles are usually not included in the purchase price, but many gas burners are packed flat for home assembly.

This may turn off some incompetent DIYers. The danger which comes with gas bottles, and improper assembly, may put off many prospective purchasers.