Side-by-side comparison of stainless steel grills showing a rusted $2K model next to a polished $5K premium model, highlighting build quality differences.
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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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