The first thing you should do when you buy your new barbecue is to read the operating instructions. There you will find the most important safety and precautionary measures. Gas and fire are not to be trifled with and all important safety guidelines should be followed. Halogen interior lid lights for close observation of the cooking process even in poor lighting conditions

The All-Star gas grill is our universal grill, which you can even convert into a charcoal grill in a few seconds with the optional All-Star charcoal tray. Another hybrid BBQ from Char-Broil, which allows you to grill with both gas and charcoal, is the Gas2Coal. Is barbecuing with a gas BBQ safe? Some BBQs also have a side burner, which tends to be used for preparing food that you wouldn’t grill. These expand your BBQ’s cooking capabilities but aren’t a necessity. Our innovative barbecues from the Performance Line are available with two (Performance 220 S and 220 B for 2 to 4 people), three (Performance 340 S, 340 B and 330 B for 4 to 6 people) and four (Performance 440 S for more than 6 people) high-performance stainless steel burners.A gas BBQ gives you control over your cooking. You can alter the temperature, which makes it easier to grill more delicate foods such as vegetables and fish. The sear plate needs a mention- rather than a gas hob, this has a sear plate which gets very hot and makes for searing the perfect steak. It is also great for cooking veg- tenderstem broccoli, peppers etc- all amazing on this burner. SureFire® electronic ignition: Allows the burners to be ignited at the touch of a button – without an open flame

It won't offer the same smoky flavour or reach the same high temperatures as a charcoal BBQ, so may not brown and sear your food in the same way. However, the lower temperatures of a gas BBQ are an advantage if you want to cook joints of meat for a longer period using rotisserie accessories. Char-Broil has the right gas barbecue for every occasion: the Ultimate Outdoor 3200 is the perfect BBQ for your outdoor area, the Platinum Line offers barbecues for grill masters with the highest demands, the Professional Line is ideal for experienced barbecuing experts and perfectionists, casual barbecue enthusiasts love the Performance Line, and the Convective Line is for those who enjoy the traditional ways. All of our gas BBQs are equipped with particularly high-quality and durable stainless steel burners. 1. Ultimate Outdoor 3200 SureFire® electronic ignition: on each burner and allows the burners to be ignited at the touch of a button – without an open flame The BBQ itself is great, very high-quality construction, plenty of stainless steel and is still looking great 6 months after I built it- having been left outside every day. Most BBQs have one or two, and if there is a side burner, look to see if there’s a cover that will convert it into a workspace. They add extra size to your BBQ but some fold down, which helps if space is at a premium.

Is barbecuing with a gas BBQ safe?

When it comes to flavour, electric BBQs can’t quite compete with charcoal, but our testers found they still sealed in flavour and charred well. If smoky flavours are at the top of your agenda, consider the Ninja Woodfire Smoke & Grill as this uses small woodfire pellets to replicate that classic smoky BBQ taste. To test the setup I switched on both burners with the lid down and left for around 15 mins. I was pleasantly surprised to see the temperature reach around 350°C/662°F. With the addition of a stone this could easily double up as a Pizza oven. The Weber Lumin Electric BBQ and the Ninja mentioned above, are also ideal if you’re looking for something to use on the go or have a smaller garden, thanks to their compact design. Just be sure to invest in a suitable extension cord to avoid any plug issues when it’s finally time to fire up the barbie. How we test BBQs