Time to upgrade your crusty old grilling machine? Electric grills have been making the wave lately because of their convenience and portability. Whether you wish to prepare your meals inside or outside the house, electric grills are an ideal choice nowadays, especially when you host a party for your loved ones during the weekends. These modern grilling machines are designed to be used both outdoors and indoors environment, and function solely with electricity, which makes them more convenient to arrange and easier to clean. This is one of the reasons why most people living in compact places and apartments go for electric grilling machines. 

Although the popularity of these portable grills has only lately been on the rise and catching everyone’s attention in the UAE, it first appeared in the mid-1990s. Following the year, many companies have released different versions and types in the market- from the size to the features, to maintenance, wattage, and many more. 

Best Electric Grills you can find in the UAE. Let’s take a look!

Tefal Plancha Electric Smokeless Grill with Lid 

Our first pick of the best electric grill is this compact piece from the Tefal brand, featuring 2000-wattage power. This high-performing grilling appliance is also listed in Amazon’s choice, which means the product is definitely worth investing your money if you’re looking for an all-rounder perfection. It has a sleek structure that comes with a removable thin plate and grill and would be a perfect device to grill meats, fish, eggs, veggies, or even fruits. The set is accompanied by a robust transparent lid with a grip that prevents the oil from splattering or filling the room with smoke and aroma. This electric grill also comes with an outer tray-like placement with two handles on each side, where the main grilling plate is supposed to place in the middle. On one of the sides, you will find the control knob, which has five degrees of heat to adjust. This set is also easy to maintain as the plate and fluid tray are removable. 

Features:

  • Removable Plates: Yes  
  • Modifiable Thermostat: Yes    
  • Removable Tray: Yes
  • Dishwasher Safe: Yes   
  • Product dimensions: 34D x 34W x 17H cm
  • Wattage: 2000 watts
  • Fat-Free: Yes
  • Non-Stick Coating: Yes 
  • 2/3 Grill & 1/3 Flat Plate
  • Weight: ‎2.05 kg
  • Warranty: 1 Year

Nutricook Indoor Grill and Air Fryer XL 

This XL 8.5 Litre electric grill and air fryer by Nutricook is another alternative you may opt for if you are looking for a mid-size grilling machine. This savvy indoor grill set is ideal to use for a small gathering or a family of 5-6 and will conveniently allow you to relish grilled meals with your loved ones at any time of the year. As per the brand claim, it can grill up to 24 sausages and 6 steaks in just a few minutes, making it an ideal choice for the whole family. This multifunctional device features six operations, which are grilling, air frying, roasting, dehydrating, reheating, and baking. So you know you’re getting a product worth your money! Further to this, this appliance has a smart indicator that will assist you with monitoring the food preparation, depending on what kind of meal you’re making. It is also a smoke-free machine that will keep your indoor rooms and kitchen from undesirable smoke. The best part is that this electric grill is PTFE and PFOA-free. 

Features:

  • Air Fryer Pan: 6 Litres
  • Grill Plate: 31 x 24.5
  • Smart Thermometer: Yes
  • Cleaning Brush: Yes
  • Product dimensions: 40.3D x 40.8W x 28.2H cm
  • Total Capacity: 8.5 Litres
  • Wattage: ‎1760 watts
  • Voltage: ‎240 Volts
  • Auto Shutoff: Yes
  • Item Weight: 9.8 kg
  • Warranty: 2 years
  • Non-Stick Coating: Yes
  • PTFE-free: Yes
  • PFOA-free: Yes

George Foreman Indoor & Outdoor Electric Grill

If you are looking for a grilling machine for bigger groups of people, George Foreman’s electric grill could be the ideal choice, which is designed for 15+ servings. It comes with a stand that can be removed effortlessly and a 17.5″ diameter grilling space. Despite the ability to prepare for 15, the appliance is not bulky or chunky as you think it is. It has, in fact, a sleek structure with multiple features making the cooking process a lot more fun and delightful. The grill platter is furnished with a non-stick coating and designed with a slope that divides the grills into two sections, which function as oil drainage. The machine functions on a 1440-wattage power and has an adaptable temperature controller on the side, which delivers five levels of heat. The set is also dishwasher friendly, however, we recommend cleaning and washing them manually. 

Features:

  • Coating: Non-stick
  • Colour: Silver
  • Removable Plates: Yes
  • Product dimensions: 50D x 28W x 52H cm
  • Function: Electric
  • Installation Type: Tabletop
  • Voltage: 110 Volts
  • Material Type: Metal
  • Item Weight: ‎3.94 kg
  • Wattage: 1440 Watts
  • Warranty: 3 years

Food Party 2 in 1 Electric Grill and Hot Pot

This is one of our favourite picks from the list all for the right reasons! It is compact, portable, multifunctional, cost-effective, and perfect for a house party with your friends. This 2-in-1 functional grill from Food Party can be used as a hot pot as well as to grill. Whether you are in the mood for Asian delicacies like Chinese hot pot, Korean bbq, or Japanese shabu-shabu, or scrumptious American ribs and wings, this compact device can fulfil your cravings right at your home. This circular-shaped grill pot can serve up to 7-8 people and would be perfect to place on the centre table when dining. It also has a port where it collects the excess oils. 

Features:

  • Contains: 1 silicone brush, 1 cooking tong, 10 sheets of parchment paper
  • Dimensions: 16.5×16.5×4.7 inch
  • PFOA-free: Yes
  • BPA-free: Yes
  • Wattage: 2200 Watts
  • Voltage: 210 Volts
  • Weight: 3.8 Kg
  • Hot Pot Capacity: 2 Litre
  • Dishwasher-friendly: No
  • Warranty: 1 Year

Black+Decker CG2000 Contact Grill

This 180-degree contact grill from Black+Decker is designed for mini family barbeques, where you can prepare your family’s favourite skewers and falafels on the 232-square-inch grills. This portable grill comes in a fold-type, which is great to save space on your kitchen cabinet and can be easily unfolded before using it again. There is 5 adjustable heat controller on the side of the machine that is meant to apply to different types of food accordingly. In addition to that, the platters are coated with a non-stick surface, can be easily disassembled, and is dishwasher-friendly. This family grilling device is also furnished with a power indicator, which makes food preparation more seamless and convenient. This is an ideal selection for your family to cook delectable suhur and iftars during the month of Ramadan.

 Features:

  • Wattage: 2000 watts
  • Product Number: ‎CG2000
  • Product Measurements: ‎21.8 x 39.8 x 40.6 cm
  • Voltage: 240 Volts
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Auto turn off: No
  • Weight: ‎5.33 kg
  • Warranty: 2 years

Weber Q 1400 Electric Grill

This 13-kilo electric grill by Weber Q is designed for heavy-duty BBQ days and is one of the finest selections in similar categories out in the market. It features 2200 watts with a 1219 square cm grilling platform, which can serve 8 to 9 people with ease. Despite its bulky look, the machine is portable and is ideal to place on a patio or terrace. The exterior body is furnished with aluminium with ergonomic grips. It has an adjustable heat controller, with the highest temperature reaching 600 degrees, which delivers the same result as grilling on gas or charcoal-based appliance. Another feature we like about this electric grill is the demountable oil tray, which makes the cleaning process more simple.

Features:

  • Product Measurements: 23.5″D x 27″W x 14.5″H
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Voltage: 120 Volts
  • Wattage: 2200 watts
  • Weight: 12.927 Kg
  • Warranty: 5 years
  • Power Cord: 6 feet

Presto Cool-Touch Electric Grill

If you are searching for an electric grill that is portable, affordable, and all-around functional, this Cool-Touch tabletop machine by Presto can meet your expectations. The device is coated with a non-stick surface, where you can grill any type of food, be it meats, eggs, veggies, fruits, and such. The grill is mounded in the middle so any excess oils are drained to the sides into the demountable oil tray. One of the main highlights of this electric grill is the cool-touch feature, where the device remains cool throughout usage despite the grates consistently heating the food. This feature is a great effort applied by Presto for user safety and the prevention of any unexpected accidents. 

Features:

  • Product Measurements: 19.75″D x 3.38″W x 13.06″H
  • Finish Type: ‎Non-Stick
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Voltage:120 Volts
  • Wattage: ‎1300 watts
  • Weight: ‎2.4 Kg
  • Warranty: 1 Year

Kenyon Floridian Electric Grill 

With its sleek structure and built-in grilling space, this Kenyon electric grill is a great alternative for those who are familiar with traditional types of grills. This sturdy set can get your foods caramelised with its 600-degree heat range in just ten minutes. Although it weighs heavier than the rest of the grills we have listed above, with approximately 10.8 kilos, it is still portable and can be carried around the kitchen and patio. It has 8 heat controls to match the kind of food you’re grilling, and the grates are coated with a non-stick surface, which prevents the food from sticking to the surface of the grate. In addition to that, the grill is also easy to maintain and clean. Even if it is not recommended to wash it with a dishwasher, the grates of the grill can be detached from its primary body to wash manually. 

Features:

  • Measurements: 21 x 12 x 9 inches
  • Material: Marine-grade Stainless Steel
  • Grilling Area: 155 Square Inches
  • Insulated Lid: Yes
  • Indoor/Outdoor: Yes
  • Finish Type: ‎Non-Stick
  • Voltage: 120, 240 Volts
  • Wattage: 1300 watts
  • Max Temp: 600 degrees
  • Warranty: 3 years
  • UL Approved
  • Control Panel: Waterproof digital touch

Breville Smart Grill and Griddle

It is a torment when there is no more space on your kitchen countertop to place every single-use device and at the same time a waste of money on such appliances. This smart appliance by Breville is one product that will surely impress you with its multifunctional use because not only does it function as a grill but it also operates as a griddle and a sandwich maker. It is constructed with a sleek design that looks ultramodern and elevates the view of your kitchen counter. The highlight of the ‘Smart’ feature of this grill lies in the technology that was employed to administer in maintaining the temperature consistent on the grate. So, when the lid is opened, the grate can still heat up and grill the food with no issue. Furthermore, the Breville smart grill comes with a digital view on the front, where you can view and modify the temperatures up to 450 degrees, and set the preheating timer to save time. 

Features:

  • Measurement: 14″ x 16.7″ x 5″
  • Materials: Brushed Stainless Steel & Cast aluminium non-stick Plates
  • PFOA-free: Yes
  • Wattage: 1800 Watts
  • Voltage: 110–120 Volts
  • Max Temperature: 450 F 
  • 6 adjustable height settings
  • Dishwasher-safe: Yes
  • Weight: 8.6 Kg
  • Warranty: 1 Year 

PowerXL Smokeless Grill

One of the main concerns about grilling foods inside the house is that you can get choked in a room full of smoke or cause unwanted alarms. As its name suggests, this smokeless grilling device by PowerXL is all you’ll ever need to cook your favourite dish. The brand claims that the appliance was designed with the aim to solve the common woe that everyone goes through with regular grills. It is constructed with a built-in fan, which assists in driving out the smoke as you cook the food. The grill has a maximum heat capacity of 450 F and comes with an airtight lid to seal in the moisture as you cook. With its 13.5″-by- 8″ non-stick ceramic cooking space, you can easily make large burgers for eight people. The smart grill is also accompanied by a tray that is used to collect leftover oils drained from the foods and an extra griddle crock. 

Features:

  • Max Temperature: 450°F
  • Product Measurements: 20″D x 12″W x 5″H
  • Finish Type: Non-Stick
  • Material: Stainless Steel
  • Wattage: 1500 watts
  • Weight: 7.6 Kg
  • Dishwasher-Safe: Yes
  • PTFE-free: Yes
  • PFOA-free: Yes

What To Consider Before Deciding On The Right Grill?

Indoor / Outdoor

When you are browsing or window shopping for the perfect grilling device, the first aspect you need to consider is whether it is designed for indoor use or outdoor use. Of course, nowadays, there are many brands that manufacture electric grills devised to use in both ambiences. But if you are looking for only a specific type, it is important to look into this aspect before you finalize. A portable grill is an excellent option if you wish to use it anywhere. 

Product Dimensions

If you are thinking to upgrade your traditional grill to an electric grill, or planning to simply upgrade a new model, consider the area you would want to place it before getting it. This is because the area where you previously stored the appliance may not fit the new one. Or if you are an individual who occasionally hosts BBQ parties and gathering in your backyard, you would likely need a larger grill. On the other hand, if the main intention for getting the new grill is solely for family use, and only has limited space to place on the kitchen countertop, a compact portable electric grill would be the best option. 

Practicality

If you are going to spend your money, you might as well spend it on something that is worthy and practical. There are endless counts of grilling machines out there in the market, and it is impossible to test each and every piece. Maybe you are shifting to a new apartment and the owner does not allow charcoal-based grills, or it could be that you are a newbie to this appliance. Hence, to meet your personal requirements, it is crucial to research the product and study its features and user manual. What kind of food you usually prepare, whether you like making burgers or a perfectly scorched steak for your guests, can depend on the product’s functionality. Look for temperature range, control settings, portability, coatings, multi-functionality, grilling platform size, etc. 

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