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Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X

Approximate retail price:

$950

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested Broilmaster Super Premium Series P3SX-PCB1 although it may differ in price and features.

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Type: Midsize gas grills

About - Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X
The Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X is a gas grill available from Broilmaster. The Premium Series P3-X typically costs $950 . Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on gas grill models like the Premium Series P3-X. Stainless-steel grates: Primary cooking grates made of stainless-steel are generally sturdier than those made of coated steel and resist rust even without a porcelain coating. Long-warranty burners: While burners remain the grill's most-replaced part, most are warranted for only 3 to 5 years. Better burners are covered for 10 years or more. Infrared burner: Gas burner that uses infrared technology (ceramic burner, plates and screens, or troughs as some examples) for cooking. An indirect flame is used for cooking food. Burner can be located as the main burner, side burner, rotisserie burner, or any combination of burners.

About - Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X

The Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X is a gas grill available from Broilmaster. The Premium Series P3-X typically costs $950 .

Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on gas grill models like the Premium Series P3-X.

Stainless-steel grates:: Primary cooking grates made of stainless-steel are generally sturdier than those made of coated steel and resist rust even without a porcelain coating.
Long-warranty burners:: While burners remain the grill's most-replaced part, most are warranted for only 3 to 5 years. Better burners are covered for 10 years or more.
Infrared burner:: Gas burner that uses infrared technology (ceramic burner, plates and screens, or troughs as some examples) for cooking. An indirect flame is used for cooking food. Burner can be located as the main burner, side burner, rotisserie burner, or any combination of burners.

Tested Model
The Ratings of Broilmaster Super Premium Series P3SX-PCB1 were applied to untested model Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
Broilmaster Super Premium Series P3SX-PCB1
	Approximate retail price: $1450

Features & Specs - Broilmaster Premium Series P3-X
Stainless-steel grates Primary cooking grates made of stainless-steel are generally sturdier than those made of coated steel and resist rust even without a porcelain coating. Stainless-steel grates	Yes
Coated-cast-iron grates The grill's primary cooking grates may be made of porcelain coated cast-iron, which generally sears meats better and keeps grilling temperatures more consistent than grates made of porcelain coated steel. The porcelain coating usually makes such grates easier to clean than other surfaces, and the grates should resist rust as long as their porcelain coating isn't chipped. Coated-cast-iron grates	No
All or mostly stainless Includes more than just a panel or other trim. Based on our limited tests, nonmagnetic stainless is less likely to corrode. All or mostly stainless	No
Long-warranty burners While burners remain the grill's most-replaced part, most are warranted for only 3 to 5 years. Better burners are covered for 10 years or more. Long-warranty burners	Yes
Side burner A side burner, which resembles a gas-stove burner and has its own heat control, is handy if you want to cook vegetables or sauce without leaving the grill. A side burner could also be an infrared burner used for searing. Side burner	No
Infrared burner Gas burner that uses infrared technology (ceramic burner, plates and screens, or troughs as some examples) for cooking. An indirect flame is used for cooking food. Burner can be located as the main burner, side burner, rotisserie burner, or any combination of burners. Infrared burner	Main
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By Mike

from Chattanooga, TN

4.0

Great Grill

4/26/2013

Pros

Easy To Cleanup

Easy To Use

Even Heat

Great Design

Short Grill Time

Cons

Best Uses

For Self/Couple

Great Searing

Indirect Cooking

Large Gatherings

Small Gatherings

Comment:

I believe they may be a bit overpriced but then again it is quality There is something about the retro classic grill look that is appealing as opposed to poor stainless steel that does not hold up. I have had too many mid-range grill, cheap, poorly constructed, 3 yrs. and in the dump. I would expect to have this for the rest of my life, easy to rebuild if necessary. I question your ratings.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By John

from Woodhaven, MI

5.0

Quality and Made in the USA

3/17/2013

Pros

Classic Design

Easy To Cleanup

Easy To Use

Even Heat

Quality Materials

Short Grill Time

Cons

Best Uses

For Self/Couple

Small Gatherings

Comment:

I am very happy with my Broilmaster. My model doesn't have the shutter system, because it wasn't available when I bought it 12 years ago. I like it for it's cooking performance, quality materials, classic look, and being made in the USA. I literally have never cleaned it except for scraping the cooking grid before cooking. The burner and cast iron grids need to be replaced because of neglect and harsh michigan winters. I will be replacing those parts for a couple hundred dollars, because a new broilmaster with all the upgrades I have would be around $1700. It is neat thinking I could use this grill my whole life.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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