Royal Gourmet GB4001B Grill Review
Our verdict
The Royal Gourmet GB4001B packs 4 burners, 13,000 BTU, and 766 square inches of cooking area into a $289.99 freestanding propane grill, making it one of the better values in the mid-size category. A 4.3-star rating from 315 reviewers backs up the spec sheet.
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Households that cook for 6 to 10 people regularly and want a large cooking surface with four-zone control at a price under $300.
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You are cooking for 2 to 4 people and do not need 766 square inches of surface, or you want a higher BTU output than 13,000.
- Fuel Propane
- BTUs 13000 BTU
- Burners 4
- Cooking area 766 Sq In
- Material Alloy Steel
- Install Freestanding
- Priced 24% below the category median ($381.99 across 260 tracked models)
- BTUs of 13000 BTU - higher than 66% of the 261 models we track
- Weight of 109.6 lb - heavier than 73% of the 261 models we track
Pros
- 766 square inches of cooking area is generous for a $290 price point
- 4 burners enable independent zone control across the full cooking surface
- 4.3-star average from 315 reviews shows strong buyer satisfaction
- 13,000 BTU provides adequate heat for everyday backyard grilling
- 109.6-pound weight gives stable, planted performance
Cons
- 13,000 BTU across 4 burners is on the lower end of BTU-per-square-inch ratios
- Alloy steel exterior requires more maintenance than stainless to prevent corrosion
- At 61 inches wide and 110 pounds, repositioning takes effort
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 315 owner ratings
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Popularity4.1/5
315 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
The Royal Gourmet GB4001B offers 766 square inches of primary cooking area across 4 burners outputting a combined 13,000 BTU. At $289.99, that is a lot of grill for the money. The alloy steel construction keeps costs down, and at 109.6 pounds it is a solidly built unit that measures 61 by 23.6 by 37.6 inches assembled.
A 4.3-star average from 315 reviewers is a reliable signal of consistent performance. Royal Gourmet grills in this price range generally get credit for cooking surface size and build consistency. The four-burner setup allows you to run different heat zones across the full 766-square-inch surface, which is practical for cooking a mix of proteins simultaneously.
At 13,000 BTU across 4 burners, the heat output is moderate for a grill this size. This is sufficient for everyday grilling, though buyers who do frequent high-heat searing or cook in cold weather where preheating takes longer may want to factor that in when comparing options.
Specifications
| Fuel | Propane |
|---|---|
| BTUs | 13000 BTU |
| Burners | 4 |
| Cooking area | 766 Sq In |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Install | Freestanding |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 61.02 X 23.62 X 37.6 In |
| Weight | 109.6 lb |
Performance notes
Propane fuel. 4 burners with 13,000 BTU total output. 766 square inches of cooking area. Alloy steel construction. Freestanding. Measures 61.02 by 23.62 by 37.6 inches assembled, weighing 109.6 pounds.
What buyers say
315 reviewers rate the GB4001B at 4.3 stars. That is a healthy score for a mid-range alloy steel grill, indicating most buyers feel the cooking area, build quality, and price are well matched.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 13,000 BTU enough for the Royal Gourmet GB4001B's 766-square-inch surface?
Thirteen thousand BTU across 766 square inches gives a BTU-per-square-inch ratio that is adequate for standard grilling tasks like burgers, chicken, steaks, and vegetables. It may take a few extra minutes to preheat compared to higher-BTU models, but for everyday use it handles the surface well.
How large is the Royal Gourmet GB4001B?
Assembled, the GB4001B measures 61.02 by 23.62 by 37.6 inches and weighs 109.6 pounds. That is a full-size 4-burner footprint that suits most standard patios. Budget extra time for assembly given its size and weight.
Does the GB4001B need a cover to stay in good shape outdoors?
Alloy steel is functional outdoors but benefits from a properly fitted cover when the grill is not in use. Covering it protects the exterior from rain, UV exposure, and bird debris, all of which accelerate surface wear and potential corrosion on alloy steel surfaces over seasons of outdoor exposure.