In our tests, we found that by using the Big Green Egg air-flow tech, this BBQ got up to heat in just 12 minutes.

This Ninja’s integrated smoker box (it burns mini woodfire pellets) excelled on test, creating tender pulled pork with mouthwatering crackled skin in half the time it would take in a conventional BBQ. During testing our Ecommerce Editor also loved how lightweight it was, weighing in at just over 4kg.Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. Its instructions were clear, and it has an excellent amount of storage – two shelves underneath the BBQ and room for the gas canister. Or enjoy an unparalleled grilling experience with a combination barbecue that blends the best of gas and charcoal.

Yes, it's a little more labour-intensive to get going than a gas choice, but the results are so worth it, especially if you love the act of BBQing itself. We'll admit, it's not as showstopping as the Everdure Force, but its value for money can't be overstated. For the majority of us, this compact BBQ offers enough cooking space, and it's ideal for small families. It's a top-notch charcoal barbecue and even though it's small, it can really pack a punch when it comes to both cooking ability and flavour.Essentially it boils down to this – if you’re cooking meat, it’s the juices hitting the coals which create a smoke which adds flavour to the meat. If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. The handle stayed cool enough for our tester to use throughout cooking and most of the grill heated well, although like a few others, the front edge didn’t heat up as much. Originally from Dorset, Heidi’s simple pleasures include finding new and unique ways to rid her life of stray pet hairs and telling anyone who’ll listen that tea tree oil is a natural disinfectant.

Some claim that charcoals offer the very best flavour, while others claim gas gives the same result.Hannah has also previously worked in a florist and can normally be found caring for her house plants or sewing something new for her home or wardrobe. These secondary racks can be helpful for expanding your cooking area or keeping some food hot while you continue preparing the rest. We’d have liked the side wings to fold down for storage purposes, but you can keep this one outdoors (you’ll just need to purchase a cover for it). Scoring nearly full marks for its ease of use, this BBQ was simple to set up thanks to its straightforward instructions. At BBQ World we have seen a continually growing desire by people to make the most of their living space by designing and creating their own ultimate outdoor kitchen to meet their own specifications using Built In barbecues and Built In furniture such as side burners, storage doors and drawers, sink units, fridges, warming drawers and tank storage units.

This BBQ aced our tests, impressing from the ease of assembly through to the four burners that allow you to create different temperature zones and cook various foods at once.

Some BBQs can stay outdoors if they have an adequate cover, but in colder months or bad weather, most will need to be moved inside.