Royal Gourmet GB8001-C Grill Review
Our verdict
The Royal Gourmet GB8001-C packs 8 burners and 993 square inches of cooking area into an alloy steel frame, making it a serious option for anyone feeding a crowd on a regular basis. At around $498, it lands in a competitive spot for large-format propane grills.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Backyard cooks who regularly grill for large groups, hosting cookouts, or anyone who wants to run multiple heat zones simultaneously without juggling a second grill.
Skip if
You grill for two to four people most of the time. Eight burners is more grill than a small household needs, and the 107-pound frame means this is not something you move around easily.
- Fuel Propane
- Burners 8
- Cooking area 993 Sq In
- Material Alloy Steel
- Install Freestanding
- Color Black
- Priced 30% above the category median ($381.99 across 260 tracked models)
- Burners of 8 - more than 100% of the 261 models we track
- Weight of 107.0 lb - heavier than 71% of the 261 models we track
Pros
- 8 burners give you independent heat zones for direct and indirect cooking at the same time
- 993 square inches of cooking area handles large volumes of food in one go
- Propane fuel provides fast, consistent heat with easy adjustment
- Priced well below comparable large-format gas grills
Cons
- Alloy steel construction is less durable long-term than stainless alternatives
- 107-pound weight makes repositioning a two-person job
- Eight burners means higher propane consumption per session
Our scorecard
-
Owner rating4.0/5
4.0 average across 189 owner ratings
-
Popularity3.8/5
189 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other grills, grill parts and burners, smokers and smoking gear, grill tools, outdoor griddles, outdoor kitchen appliances and grill covers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
With 8 burners and 993 square inches of total cooking area, the Royal Gourmet GB8001-C is built for volume. Propane fuel means fast startup and straightforward temperature control across all eight zones. The alloy steel construction keeps the price reasonable for a grill this size.
The 107-pound weight places this firmly in the category of grills that go somewhere and stay there. Assembly is required, and a frame this large typically takes two people and some patience to put together properly.
Buyer feedback from nearly 190 reviewers averages out to 4.0 stars, which is a middling-but-acceptable score for a budget-priced, large-capacity grill. Buyers generally note adequate performance for the price, though long-term durability of alloy steel components is a common point of discussion.
Specifications
| Fuel | Propane |
|---|---|
| Burners | 8 |
| Cooking area | 993 Sq In |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Install | Freestanding |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 90.6 X 24.2 X 38.2 In |
| Weight | 107.0 lb |
Performance notes
Eight propane burners across 993 square inches allow the kind of multi-zone cooking setups useful for large cookouts, such as running a hot sear zone while keeping chicken on a lower-heat section. No BTU figure is listed, so per-burner output is not confirmed. The alloy steel body and freestanding install type mean it sits on a patio surface rather than dropping into a cart or island.
What buyers say
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars across 189 reviews. Buyers tend to highlight the cooking space and value for the price. The most common concern is with long-term durability of the materials, a typical tradeoff at this price point for an 8-burner grill.
More from Royal Gourmet
Similar grills, grill parts and burners, smokers and smoking gear, grill tools, outdoor griddles, outdoor kitchen appliances and grill covers to consider
Frequently asked questions
How many people can the Royal Gourmet GB8001-C realistically feed at one cookout?
With 993 square inches of cooking area spread across 8 burner zones, this grill can reasonably handle food for 20 or more people at once, depending on what you are cooking. Burgers and hot dogs pack more efficiently than bone-in chicken, so actual capacity varies by menu.
Is the alloy steel body going to rust quickly if left outside?
Alloy steel is more susceptible to surface rust than stainless steel, especially in humid climates or through winter. Keeping it covered when not in use and periodically applying a high-heat grill protector to exposed surfaces will extend its life. Storing it in a garage or shed during the off-season is the most reliable prevention.
Does this grill require professional assembly?
No professional assembly is required, but the size of the frame and number of components mean most buyers find it easier with two people. Plan for one to two hours depending on your experience with flatpack grill assembly.