#1 PickBest Overall ElectricElectric Grill$369
Weber Q 2400 Electric
4.5/5
The best outdoor electric grill. Same Q series build quality, runs on a power cord. Perfect for apartment balconies.
Electric & Indoor/Outdoor
Best Electric Grills 2025
Electric grills get a bad rap from grilling purists, but here's the reality: millions of people live in apartments, condos, and HOA communities where gas and charcoal grills are banned. If you're one of them, an electric grill isn't a compromise — it's your ticket to actual grilled food instead of another sad pan-seared chicken breast. I tested every major electric grill to find which ones actually deliver.
Our Top Picks
#1 PickBest Overall Electric
#2 PickMost RecognizedElectric Grill$100
George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor
4.2/5
The name everyone knows. The 15-serving model goes from patio to countertop. Dead reliable.
#3 PickBest for BalconiesElectric Grill$230
Char-Broil Patio Bistro Electric
4.3/5
TRU-Infrared heating means no flare-ups and surprisingly even heat. Perfect for condo balconies.
#4 PickPremium NicheBuilt-In Electric$950
Kenyon City Grill
4.6/5
Premium built-in electric for outdoor kitchens and marine use. Flameless, smokeless, approved where nothing else is.
#5 PickSmoke + ElectricElectric Smoker Grill$370
Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill
4.4/5
Electric grill that actually produces real smoke flavor using wood pellets. A genuine game-changer for apartment grillers.
#6 PickBest Apartment ElectricElectric Grill$429
Weber Lumin Compact Electric
4.5/5
Weber's modern answer to balcony electrics. Heats to 600°F, holds it, and looks better than any electric grill should.
Buying Advice
1
Wattage determines heat. Look for 1,500W minimum — anything less won't sear properly. The best electric grills hit 1,800-2,400W and can reach 600°F+.
2
Cast iron grates make a huge difference. They retain heat better than porcelain-coated wire grates and give you actual grill marks. The Weber Q 2400 gets this right.
3
Check your building's rules before buying. Some HOAs ban ALL grills including electric. Others allow electric but not on covered balconies. Know the rules before you spend.
4
Indoor/outdoor versatility is worth paying for. Models like the George Foreman that work both inside and outside give you year-round cooking flexibility.
5
Don't expect smoke flavor. Electric grills won't give you that charcoal or wood-fire taste. But you can add a small smoke tube or liquid smoke to approximate it. Some models have smoker box attachments.
6
Cord length matters for balcony use. Many electric grills have 5-foot cords that barely reach an outlet. Check the cord length or buy a heavy-duty outdoor extension cord rated for the wattage.