The best portable BBQs for 2026
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 Burner Portable Gas Plancha 10kW BBQ Griddle, Stainless Steel - DG23, Black | Portable & Camping | 8.4/10 | £220.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 2 | Charcoal BBQ Grill Portable with Tilting Grate Black, Black | Portable & Camping | 8.0/10 | £29.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 3 | Combo Portable Folding BBQ With Trolley | Portable & Camping | 8.3/10 | £109.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 4 | Electric Grill Plate 2000W | Portable & Camping | 8.2/10 | £39.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 5 | Outdoor Table top BBQ with Cast Iron plate | Portable & Camping | 8.0/10 | £94.99 | Deal ↗ |
| 6 | Compact Smoker | Low & Slow Cooking | 7.8/10 | £99.00 | Deal ↗ |
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
Outsunny Charcoal BBQ Grill Portable with Tilting Grate Black, Black
One of the more convincing ultra-budget portable charcoal options in the sample.
- Compact briefcase-style portability
- Tilting grate allows easier refuelling
- Sized for two to three people
- Small cooking area
- No lid for indirect cooking
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
Outdoor Revolution Electric Grill Plate 2000W
A remarkably affordable electric camping grill for sites where mains power is available.
- Very affordable
- Only 2.8kg and easy to transport
- Large non-stick 49 x 27cm grill plate
- Requires access to mains electricity
- No lid for indirect cooking
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
Snow Peak Compact Smoker
A genuinely portable small-batch smoker for camping and occasional home use.
- Only 1.5kg
- Two-tier smoking rack
- Compact stainless-steel construction
- Limited capacity compared with full-size smokers
- Dedicated smoking function limits versatility
