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Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Review: 108,000 BTUs. Six Burners. One Serious Grill.
Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Built-In Grill: 108,000 BTUs. Six Burners. One Serious Grill.
If you have been searching for an honest Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Review, you are in the right place. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch Gas Grill with Dual Infrared Rear Burners is the flagship 44-inch built-in model from Napoleon, a brand with decades of experience engineering marine-grade stainless steel barbecues. At $3,899.00, this grill delivers six Stainless Steel Main Burners for a combined 108,000 BTUs, JETFIRE™ Ignition, NIGHT LIGHT™ Control Knobs with SafetyGlow, 9.5mm Stainless Steel Iconic WAVE™ Cooking Grids, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, and a total cooking area of 1,100 sq. in. This Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch propane grill is currently on display at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
What makes the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch grill the most powerful option in our showroom is the combination of six Stainless Steel Main Burners, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, and 1,100 sq. in. of total cooking area, all built into a design made specifically for outdoor kitchen island installation. Six Stainless Steel Main Burners deliver 72,000 BTUs of primary cooking power across the full 747 sq. in. primary cooking surface, enough to cook up to 34 burgers simultaneously. The dual 18,000 BTU infrared rear rotisserie burners combine for 36,000 BTUs of dedicated rotisserie heat, giving you the most capable rotisserie system in our Napoleon showroom lineup. JETFIRE™ Ignition lights each burner instantly with a dedicated jet of flame, and Cross Lighting Action automatically relights any burner that goes out during a cook.
Napoleon has been manufacturing high-quality outdoor cooking equipment for decades, building a reputation on marine-grade stainless steel construction that holds up to demanding outdoor conditions. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch is constructed for long-term durability, with a design specifically built for ease of installation into a custom outdoor kitchen island, including integrated trim, an extra-long flex line, and longer electrical wiring for flexible placement with zero design and functionality restrictions. The propane unit on display at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA gives you a hands-on look at the WAVE™ Cooking Grids, JETFIRE™ Ignition, NIGHT LIGHT™ Knobs, and dual infrared rear burners before you buy.
Napoleon backs the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch grill with a Napoleon's Lifetime Limited Warranty on major components. Full warranty terms are outlined directly on Napoleon's official warranty page. The total cooking area of 1,100 sq. in. is the largest in our Napoleon showroom series, made up of a 747 sq. in. primary grilling surface and a 360 sq. in. secondary grilling area, enough to handle up to 34 burgers at once. The dual infrared rear rotisserie burners deliver 36,000 BTUs of combined rotisserie heat, and the included commercial grade rotisserie kit lets you roast whole chickens, prime rib, lamb, and other large cuts with even, radiant heat from two infrared sources instead of one.
If you are comparing the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch to the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch, the differences are significant. The 32-inch model delivers four burners, 66,000 combined BTUs, a single infrared rear rotisserie burner, and 786 sq. in. total cooking area at $2,219.00. The 44-inch steps up to six burners, 108,000 combined BTUs, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, and 1,100 sq. in. total cooking area at $3,899.00. For anyone building a serious outdoor kitchen island who regularly entertains larger groups or wants the most powerful rotisserie system in the 700 Series lineup, the 44 Inch is the right anchor grill.
Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Review:
Pros and Cons
- 108,000 combined BTUs. Six Stainless Steel Main Burners deliver 72,000 BTUs of primary cooking power, plus dual infrared rear rotisserie burners delivering a combined 36,000 BTUs, confirmed as one of the most powerful outputs of any built-in grill at this price point. The 44 Inch is the most powerful grill in our Napoleon showroom lineup.
- Dual infrared rear rotisserie burners. Two dedicated 18,000 BTU infrared rear rotisserie burners are a genuine step up from single-burner systems, delivering even, consistent radiant heat across the full width of the rotisserie spit. The most capable rotisserie system in our Napoleon showroom series.
- Rotisserie kit quality. Customers consistently describe rotisserie results as exceptional, with multiple reviewers calling out whole chicken, prime rib, and large cuts as restaurant quality. The included commercial grade rotisserie kit delivers professional results right out of the box.
- Powerful and even heat distribution. Multiple independent sources confirm the six burner system delivers excellent heat control from low-and-slow to high-temperature searing. Unlike the 32 Inch, no reviewers reported insufficient heat for searing on this model.
- NIGHT LIGHT™ Control Knobs with SafetyGlow. Praised across multiple sources for nighttime visibility, glowing blue when off and shifting to red when a burner is active. With six main burner controls plus dual infrared rear burner controls, SafetyGlow gives you a clear reference across every zone at a glance.
- Marine-grade stainless steel build quality. Described as built like a tank across multiple independent reviews, with marine-grade 304 stainless steel construction confirmed to hold up well in coastal and demanding outdoor environments over time.
- Interior halogen lights included standard. Confirmed standard on the 44 Inch model across Napoleon's own site and multiple retailers, praised as making nighttime grilling a genuine joy across the full 747 sq. in. primary cooking surface.
- Ease of installation. Integrated trim, extra-long flex line, and longer electrical wiring confirmed across multiple sources as genuinely simplifying outdoor kitchen island installation. A 2-inch cutout tolerance adds extra flexibility during the build process.
- Integrated rotisserie kit storage. The rotisserie kit stores directly under the grill in a dedicated built-in compartment, a unique and practical feature that keeps the kit accessible without taking up separate storage space in your outdoor kitchen island.
- 9.5mm Stainless Steel WAVE™ Cooking Grids. Consistently praised across multiple sources for even sear marks, low maintenance, and resistance to warping over time. The thick gauge construction holds heat well across all six burner zones during high-heat cooks.
- Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. The most frequently repeated complaint across multiple independent customer reviews, with reports of long hold times, unmonitored support emails, and dead support links. Several buyers report being unable to reach Napoleon directly even through third party retailers.
- Ignition and electrical issues reported on some units. Recurring reports of interior lights failing within days of delivery and rotisserie igniters not working, requiring manual lighting. This appears to affect a minority of units but shows up across multiple independent reviews.
- Grease trap design is difficult to remove without spilling. A recurring multi-buyer complaint specific to this model. The drip pan is difficult to pull out cleanly, and Napoleon does not offer a liner for it. Napoleon has acknowledged this feedback but the design has not been updated as of the most recent reviews.
- Ceramic infrared rotisserie burner cracking on some units. Multiple buyers report the ceramic infrared rotisserie burner cracking over time, which is expensive to replace and can cause the burner to stop staying lit during rotisserie cooks.
- Not made in the United States. Designed by Napoleon in Canada but manufactured overseas. Buyers who specifically prioritize domestic manufacturing will find this a limitation, though Napoleon is a well established brand with decades in the outdoor cooking industry.
- No grill cover included standard. A dedicated grill cover for the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch is available but must be purchased separately, adding to the overall investment at this price point.
- No spring-assisted hood. The 44 Inch hood requires full manual lifting. At 233 lbs this is a heavy grill, and the lack of a spring-assisted hood mechanism means the large double-wall lid requires full effort to open during every cook.
How Does the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch
Score in Every Category?
Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Overall Score
The Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Review lands at 4.42 out of 5, the highest overall score in our Napoleon showroom series. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch grill earns this through 108,000 combined BTUs, six Stainless Steel Main Burners, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, 1,100 sq. in. total cooking area, integrated rotisserie storage, marine-grade stainless construction, JETFIRE™ Ignition with Cross Lighting Action, NIGHT LIGHT™ Control Knobs with SafetyGlow, interior halogen lights, and 9.5mm WAVE™ Cooking Grids, all at $3,899.00.
The honest trade-offs are worth understanding before buying. Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. Some units have reported ignition and lighting issues. The grease trap is difficult to remove without spilling. Ceramic infrared rotisserie burner cracking has been reported on some units. No grill cover is included standard and there is no spring-assisted hood. But as the most powerful, most feature-complete 44 inch built-in grill in our showroom lineup, the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch makes a compelling case as the flagship anchor for any serious outdoor kitchen island. Come experience it at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
Final Verdict: Is the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch the Best Built-In Grill for Your Outdoor Kitchen Island?
After going through every feature, score, and customer review, the answer is yes for the buyer who wants the most powerful, most feature-complete built-in grill in our Napoleon showroom lineup. The Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch Grill Review lands at 4.42 out of 5. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch grill delivers 108,000 combined BTUs, six Stainless Steel Main Burners, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, 1,100 sq. in. total cooking area, JETFIRE™ Ignition with Cross Lighting Action, NIGHT LIGHT™ Control Knobs with SafetyGlow, interior halogen lights, integrated rotisserie storage, and 9.5mm WAVE™ Cooking Grids, all for $3,899.00.
The trade-offs are honest and worth understanding before purchasing. Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. Some units report ignition or lighting issues. The grease trap design is frustrating to remove cleanly. Ceramic infrared rotisserie burner cracking has been reported on some units. No grill cover is included standard and there is no spring-assisted hood. But as the most powerful and most versatile best built-in gas grill in our showroom lineup, the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch earns its place as the flagship anchor for any serious outdoor kitchen island build.
Who should buy this grill? The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch is the right choice for buyers building a serious outdoor kitchen island who regularly entertain larger groups and want the highest combined BTU output and the most capable rotisserie system in the 700 Series lineup. It is especially well suited for anyone who uses rotisserie cooking regularly, since the dual infrared rear burner system is a meaningful step up from single-burner setups. If you are deciding between the 32 Inch and the 44 Inch, the 44 Inch delivers significantly more power, cooking space, and rotisserie capability for a $1,680 premium. For the buyer who wants the absolute best Napoleon built-in grill for a serious outdoor kitchen island, the Napoleon 700 Series 44 Inch is the clear answer. Come experience it at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
If you want the same JETFIRE™ Ignition, NIGHT LIGHT™ Control Knobs with SafetyGlow, and 9.5mm WAVE™ Cooking Grids in a more compact 32 inch footprint, check out our full review of the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch Grill, starting at $2,219.00, also on display at our Best of Backyard showroom.
