It's important to buy a barbecue that suits your specific needs
Barbecue season has arrived and deciding what type of barbecue to choose can be a bit of a dilemma. To help you choose the perfect barbecue this summer, the Dobbies barbecue-buying guide compares gas and charcoal barbecues, weighing up the pros and cons of each.
Amongst the barbecue enthusiasts there tends to be two opposing schools of thought; one is that the gas barbecue is more efficient and hassle-free, and the other is that the charcoal barbecue is ‘the real deal’. There are also those who swear by the portable barbecue and take it with them everywhere.
Whether it’s gas or charcoal that rocks your boat will depend on what you cook and how often you cook al-fresco. Gas Barbecues don’t require a clean up job and disposal of ashes afterwards so if you like to barbecue a few times a week then gas might be the most convenient option.
On the other hand, if you enjoy a barbecue every other weekend and have fussy taste buds that crave that authentic barbecue taste some believe can only be achieved by setting coals alight, then charcoal could be best for you.
Before making the decision make sure you read our detailed posts on gas barbecues and charcoal barbecues. We’ve also got a special feature on the merits of portable barbecues, which you might also be interested in taking a look at.
