Which type of barbecue is right for you depends on how often you use it, your budget and the space you have available. We explain the differences between the various appliances and give tips on which barbecue is right for you.
At 73 per cent, the charcoal kettle barbecue is by far the most popular barbecue appliance. It offers an original barbecue experience with fire, embers, Rauch and smoke. Once the charcoal has glowed thoroughly, which takes around 30 minutes, the classic kettle barbecue can be used for both direct and indirect grilling.
At twelve per cent, the gas barbecue is in second place in the ranking. Instead of burning coal and ash, it produces constant temperatures that can be precisely controlled. Gas cylinders in various sizes are available in many places, but they are bulky and require some practice to use. It is advisable to always have a spare cylinder in stock.
- Precise temperature control
- Few pollutants
- No flying sparks
- No smoke flavour
- High weight
Electric barbecues are just as popular as gas barbecues. Ridiculed by some barbecue professionals and labelled as "warmers", they provide a smokeless, simple barbecue experience. The short preparation time and easy cleaning are practical.
- Easy to clean
- No flame
- Also allowed on the balcony
- Requires a power connection
- Barbecue flavours missing
Many a barbecue fan dreams of a barbecue smoker. A draught system ensures that the Rauch from the firebox, which is fuelled with coal or logs, reaches the cooking chamber and coats the food. Smokers are large, heavy barbecue appliances that are suitable for grilling, cooking and smoking. Grilled dishes with long cooking times, such as spare ribs and brisket, are particularly successful with the smoker.
- Provides plenty of flavour
- Easy to clean
- Also for large grilled food
- Time-consuming
- Large space requirement
- Requires regular maintenance and cleaning
Weighing up to 150 kilograms, these egg-shaped gourmet grills are considered the perfect BBQ grills. They are particularly robust and durable. They can not only be used for grilling, but also for cooking, smoking and baking. The strength of the ceramic grill is evident in time-intensive cooking methods: once heated up, it retains the heat for many hours. To utilise all the possibilities, additional barbecue accessories usually need to be purchased. With the right rack, the ceramic barbecue becomes a luxury outdoor kitchen.
- Retains heat for a very long time
- Durable
- Versatile
- High acquisition costs
- Mostly expensive accessories
- Heavy
