Would be really nice to have the ability to switch the tank location and side burner from left side to right side but, oh well. The construction is average quality although the top cover is very thick, heavy metal. The positioning of the side support bar is too low to permit changing the propane tank from the side. You must pull the grill out and change the tank from the rear. Conversely, the side support bar is too HIGH to permit you to get your hand in and turn the valve on the propane tank. Just a poor design from a tank access perspective. I wasn't sure what to expect from the two stack vents - never had a gas grill with these before. They don't seem to affect the heat or the cooking. They do make covering the grill a bit awkward. One other complaint is the shelf on the right. One might naturally grab this shelf and lift in order to move the grill. The shelf has a straight downward edge to it which cuts into your palm when lifting. It needs a small 90 degree lip or flange to ease your grip.

Purchased with a birthday gift card and I quite like the styling of this grill. I've also been very impressed that I've had nowhere near the amount of problem of fires and things burning like I did with my previous Char-Broil. I am able to grill to my hearts content as well as for others and produce delicious steaks, burgers, etc. I will note though, my biggest disappointment is that the smoke does not primarily go out the stacks on stop, as with other grills it's content to go out every nook and cranny. But this does not affect the overall use of this grill. If you are looking for a good, economical grill, this one is for you!

These are substantially built grills for the money, steel built with a look and feel somewhat like a barrel made grill.
We own three of them. The first was purchased five or more years ago when we got tired of replacing other sheet-metal type grills every couple of years. A couple years ago, I did replace the gas jets and and the metal deflectors that go over them, but that's one advantage to the Char-Griller line, replacement parts tend to be available on Amazon or from the company itself.

This older grill sits in the open on an uncovered deck, and we're bad about forgetting to put the cover back on. Considering its age and the elements, there's very little rust on it, certainly none that would present an issue or threatens to cause structural failure.

We had such good luck with this grill, we purchased two more when we bought a couple of vacation rental cabins earlier this year. We're not afraid of nicks or dings because this grill is made of thicker metal than comparably priced competitors. One thing that could be improved is access to turning the gas tank on and off. The grill's upper support bracket on the wheel side is in a place that makes it awkward to reach the tank valve to turn it on and off. It can be done but, as I said, it's awkward. Guests at our cabins have complimented the grill provided.

Char-Griller grills are made in China.

Last weekend, we found a similar sized grill by Char-Broil on seasonal close-out at a big box discounter. Seeing the Char-Grillers have crept up a bit in price this year, we opted for the Char-Broil. I say this only to do some side by side comparisons. The Char-Broil seems to be a much lighter grade of steel, it heats up slower than our Char-Grillers, and it doesn't reach as high of temperatures, and doesn't seem to retain heat as well. If you preference is to grill in lower temperature ranges, the Char-Broil may give you more control in the 250 to 400 degree range. Because of the lighter grade of steel, we were cautioned by the purchase store's department manager not to carry the Char-Broil by its side wings. The Char-Broil came with caster type wheels, those on a Char-Griller are bigger plastic wheels on one side and make it easier to move the grill across a lawn. We're not so concerned about the Char-Broil grill being exposed to the weather, unlike the Char-Grillers, it will be kept in a sheltered area.

When not in use, we do (mostly) use the custom covers to protect our Char-Grillers outdoors. The newer covers seem lighter and more like vinyl. Our original cover, at least five years old, is faded, but has more of a canvas feel, and shows no signs of rips or tears, though it has faded from black to gray.

The Char-Griller 3001 is somewhat easy to put together (it gets easier each time I assemble one), but it can seem a slow and tedious task. If I recall, I only needed a screw driver, but a socket wrench might be helpful. Working at a leisurely pace, I may have spent two to three hours putting my last one together.

Overall, we've had very pleasing experiences with Char-Grillers (all ours have been the 3001 model), and expect those we have to give us years of service. Even our older one may have several more years of life left.

Five stars for this BBQ. It comes up to temperature very quickly. I live in an area with a lot of wind and this grill is far better in the wind than those cheaper models. 3 burners but they're big burners-- You'll have plenty of space. The whole thing is bigger than I was imagining when I bought it.
Other grills that look similar and are half the price probably have metal that is half the thickness. The paint is thick and seems to be lasting so far. It has a grease trap that works-- I line mine with tinfoil for easy cleaning. The only complaint I have is that I'd like a handle to drag it around with-- Lifting it by the side-table isn't comfortable because of the sheet metal edge. Assembly is a bit of a chore but I don't think its scientifically possible to do it any differently and still fit it in a box that would be affordable to ship.

Buy the cover for it. Its good quality.

This is a great grill for under 200$. Comparing this grill to a 500$ grill is unfair. If you wanted a 500$ grill you wouldn't be looking at this grill so I'll move on. I've had it for 3 years and I use it a lot, pretty much everyday from April - October. I bought the cover but don't really use it as when I'm done grilling, I'm done grilling and the grill cover is hot as hell so I don't put it on till the next day, or never, I'm lazy. The grates last 2 years, that's if you leave the grill outside all winter in Boston which I do. If you brought the grill inside during the winter it would probably last longer. New grates cost 35$ so what's the big deal. It gets really hot, really fast. Temperature control can be an issue till you get the hang of it, keep fighting the good fight and you'll get it, don't give up young grill master. Don't be shy with the top grate, you need to use it as all grill masters like myself know, not all food cooks at the same speed. After a while you can bake a cake in this bad boy. It will rust a little. Don't complain about that on Amazon like a sissy, you got a stove for 180$ that cooks awesome. Just replace the rusted bolts like a man and be grateful to be an American. Side burner works great too, get yourself a large cast iron skillet, because that's what a real grill master uses, don't be a whimp and use your wife's non stick flimsy pan,
You'll ruin it, get black propane crap all over it. Don't don't do it, she won't like it, you might have to sleep in a bed that your not accustomed to, alone, filled with regret.