Everything you need to know before buying grills, outdoor appliances, and backyard essentials.

When investing in your outdoor kitchen or backyard setup, choosing the right grill, refrigerator, pizza oven, or storage solution can feel overwhelming. Our expert buying guides break down the key features, must-have accessories, and insider tips to help you make the best decision for your space and budget.

BBQ grill infrared burner glowing on a Napoleon gas grill with rotisserie forks in front
09 Jul
Best of Backyard Buying Guides

Infrared Grills 2025: When 1,000 °F Radiant Heat Steals the Show—and When to Stick with Classic Flame

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Infrared burners rocket past 1,000 °F, locking in juices and laying down steakhouse crusts in minutes—yet they’re not the answer for every cook. This guide breaks down the science of ceramic tiles vs. open burners, why infrared excels at searing but struggles with delicate foods, and the maintenance habits that keep those glowing tiles intact for a decade of flawless backyard grilling.
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Side-by-side comparison of outdoor refrigerators vs indoor fridge on a patio, highlighting durability and design differences.
09 Jul
Best of Backyard Buying Guides, Best of Backyard Expert Reviews

Outdoor Refrigerators vs. Indoor Fridges on the Patio: What’s Safer, Smarter, and Built to Last?

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Rolling a spare garage fridge onto the deck seems thrifty—until triple-digit heat fries the compressor and your IPA turns tepid. Outdoor-rated refrigerators are purpose-built with 304 stainless steel, sealed electronics, and GFCI safety plugs that thrive in sun, rain, and humidity. Discover how a UL-certified model slashes energy use, meets code, and outlasts a parade of budget junkers over time.
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Side-by-side comparison of a rusty Blackstone griddle and a premium stainless steel Blaze built-in griddle—showcasing the difference in quality for the best flat top griddle in outdoor kitchens
09 Jul
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Best Flat-Top Griddles 2025: How 304 Stainless Steel Leaves Blackstone Behind in Built-In Outdoor Kitchens

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Choosing a flat-top griddle for a permanent outdoor kitchen? Blackstone’s carbon-steel classics rust, warp, and demand constant seasoning. In 2025, premium 304 stainless-steel models from Blaze, Coyote, Twin Eagles, and Wildfire deliver cleaner heat zones, effortless upkeep, and showpiece looks that match high-end islands. Discover how stainles
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Premium outdoor kitchen setup featuring an American Outdoor Grill island with rotisserie and top AOG Grill Features on display.
07 Jul
Backyard Brands Spotlight, Best of American Outdoor Grill, Best of Backyard Buying Guides

Top 10 AOG Grill Features 2025: Diamond Sear™ Grids, Infrared Rotisserie & Seamless Stainless Style

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Discover the ten innovations that set American Outdoor Grill apart for 2025. From seamless brushed-steel hoods and Diamond Sear™ grids to infrared rotisserie back burners and LED-lit knobs, AOG builds every detail for precision, durability and style. See why 304 stainless burners, vaporizer panels and push-button ignition turn backyard cooking into a pro-level experience without breaking the bank for homeowners.
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Cast stainless steel burners inside a Blaze grill, featured in a blog comparing the best grill burner type across six models including ceramic and stainless tube burners
07 Jul
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Best Gas Grill Burners: Cast Stainless vs Ceramic Infrared vs Tube (Full Comparison Guide)

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Shopping for a new gas grill? This side-by-side burner comparison breaks down cast stainless, ceramic infrared and standard stainless tube designs, testing BTUs, heat distribution, flare-up control, maintenance and warranty life. Learn which burner type sears steaks fastest, radiates even heat for delicate veg, and stretches your BBQ budget further than ever with our expert-driven data-backed scoring system.
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Side-by-side comparison of stainless steel grills showing a rusted $2K model next to a polished $5K premium model, highlighting build quality differences.
07 Jul
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Stainless Steel Gauges Explained: 304 vs 430, 14-Gauge vs 20—Why $2K Rusts Out While $5K Keeps Cooking

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Think all stainless grills are equal? A $2,000 unit often hides 430 steel, thin 20-gauge panels, and bargain burners that warp and rust in coastal air. Spend $5,000 and you step up to 14-gauge 304 or even 316, seamless welds, cast burners, and rock-steady heat that saves you from buying two replacements over the next decade, plus better warranties and night-ready lighting.
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Twin Eagles built in grill installed in a luxury outdoor kitchen island, shown in use during a backyard gathering at sunset
26 Jun
Backyard Brands Spotlight, Best of Backyard Buying Guides, Best of Twin Eagles

Twin Eagles Built-In Grills Premium Performance But Are They Worth the Price?

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Hand-crafted in California, Twin Eagles’ 2025 built-in grills marry aerospace-grade 304 stainless, 25,000-BTU sealed burners, and a patented five-part heat system that sears steak edges while keeping veggies gentle. Indigo-lit knobs, spring-assisted hood, and optional Wi-Fi pellet insert scream convenience, but price tags north of six grand spark the debate: unmatched longevity or overbuilt indulgence for discerning backyard chefs worldwide.
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Top Selling Coyote Grills Features: C, CL, and SL Series comparison with official logo and grill images.
24 Jun
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Coyote Grills Gen 3: Ultimate Guide to C, CL & SL Series Innovations

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Discover how Coyote’s 2025 C-, CL-, and SL-Series grills elevate outdoor cooking with integrated wind guards, LED-lit precision knobs, heat-zone separators, spring-assist hoods, safety shut-offs, volcanic briquettes, and interchangeable sear burners—everything you need to pick the perfect high-performance model.
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Coyote Grill Reviews – close-up of stainless steel grill cabinet with Coyote logo light projection, showcasing premium outdoor kitchen design.
24 Jun
Backyard Brands Spotlight, Best of Backyard Buying Guides, Best of Backyard Comparisons, Best of Coyote Outdoor Living

Coyote Grill Reviews 2025: Deep-Dive on C-, CL- & SL-Series Gas Grills, 700°F Pellets & Hybrid Charcoal

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Crafted from 304 stainless steel with Infinity Burners™, LED-backlit knobs and spring-assisted hoods, Coyote’s 2025 lineup punches above its price class. Compare C-, CL- and SL-Series gas models, smart pellet grills, hybrid charcoal options and power burners—plus head-to-head results versus Lion, Blaze and GMG—to see why Coyote earns top value marks for outdoor kitchens.
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