The best gas BBQs under £500
We compare current prices, features and verified specifications to help you shortlist the right BBQ. Products marked Spec Rated are assessed from product specifications, features, current price and verified retailer/manufacturer information rather than a hands-on test.
Our picks at a glance
| # | BBQ | Best for | Score | Best price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4+1 Burner Deluxe Gas BBQ w/ Piezo Ignition & Oxford Style Cover, Stainless Steel - DG231, Silver | Beginners | 8.6/10 | £374.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 2 | 4 Burner Portable Gas Plancha 10kW BBQ Griddle, Stainless Steel - DG23, Black | Portable & Camping | 8.4/10 | £220.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 3 | Advantage PRO S2 Gas BBQ, Silver | Beginners | 8.3/10 | £397.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 4 | Deluxe Gas Barbecue Grill 3+1 Burner Garden Bbq With Large Cooking Area - Black, Black | Beginners | 8.2/10 | £140.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 5 | Combo Portable Folding BBQ With Trolley | Portable & Camping | 8.3/10 | £109.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 6 | Outdoor Table top BBQ with Cast Iron plate | Portable & Camping | 8.0/10 | £94.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 7 | 3 Burners Gas BBQ with side burner | Beginners | 8.2/10 | £210.00 | Deal ↗ |
Dellonda 4+1 Burner Deluxe Gas BBQ w/ Piezo Ignition & Oxford Style Cover, Stainless Steel - DG231, Silver
A well-equipped four-burner package with most of the accessories you need included.
- Four main burners plus side burner
- Large cast-iron cooking area and warming rack
- Regulator, hose and cover included
- One-year guarantee
- Large unit requires significant garden space
Dellonda 4 Burner Portable Gas Plancha 10kW BBQ Griddle, Stainless Steel - DG23, Black
A capable portable plancha for buyers who want flexible flat-top cooking.
- Four independently heated cooking zones
- Large 75.5 x 36 cm plancha surface
- Portable design with regulator and hose included
- Flat-top format is less suited to indirect cooking
- No hood or warming rack
Char-Broil Advantage PRO S2 Gas BBQ, Silver
A feature-led compact gas BBQ for keen grillers who value high-heat searing.
- High-temperature sear burner
- TRU-Infrared cooking system
- Five-year guarantee
- Higher price than basic two-burner gas BBQs
- Cooking capacity is not clearly stated in the feed
Outsunny Deluxe Gas Barbecue Grill 3+1 Burner Garden Bbq With Large Cooking Area - Black, Black
A lot of gas-BBQ functionality for the money, with a few budget compromises.
- Three main burners plus side burner
- Lid thermometer and warming rack
- Strong feature set for the price
- Regulator and hose not included
- Only six-month guarantee
Royal Leisure Combo Portable Folding BBQ With Trolley
A versatile portable gas BBQ particularly well suited to caravans and motorhomes.
- Portable folding design
- Trolley and two fold-out side shelves
- Designed for caravans, motorhomes and camping
- Retailer feed provides limited detailed cooking specifications
- Less suitable for large-group entertaining
Royal Leisure Outdoor Table top BBQ with Cast Iron plate
A practical tabletop gas BBQ with genuinely camping-friendly features.
- Lightweight portable format
- Built-in thermometer and piezo ignition
- Folding legs and detachable shelves
- Smaller cooking capacity than a full-size garden BBQ
- Requires a gas supply
Royal Leisure 3 Burners Gas BBQ with side burner
A well-balanced three-burner gas BBQ for everyday family cooking.
- Three main burners plus side burner
- 53 x 39cm cooking area
- Warming rack and flame tamer
- Larger footprint than compact gas BBQs
- Not as spacious as four- or six-burner entertaining models
