Gas One CGT-18 Grill Review
Our verdict
The Gas One CGT-18 hits a sweet spot for portable charcoal grilling: it is light enough to travel with, built from alloy steel, and earns a solid 4.3 rating across 152 reviews. The two-burner charcoal layout gives you a bit more flexibility than a single-zone unit.
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Campers, picnickers, and small-group tailgaters who want a reliable portable charcoal grill without spending a lot
Skip if
You need a large cooking surface for feeding more than three or four people, or you prefer gas for faster heat-up times
- Fuel Charcoal
- Burners 2
- Material Alloy Steel
- Install Freestanding
- Color Black
- Dimensions 29.98 X 16.93 X 19.29 In
- Priced 83% below the category median ($381.99 across 260 tracked models)
- Burners of 2 - fewer than 66% of the 261 models we track
- Weight of 9.57 lb - lighter than 93% of the 261 models we track
Pros
- Strong 4.3 rating from a meaningful pool of 152 reviews
- Two charcoal zones allow basic hot and cool side management
- Lightweight 9.57 lb body is easy to transport
- Alloy steel construction offers better durability than basic sheet metal
- Reasonable $63.50 price for the build quality
Cons
- No cooking area square footage listed, making capacity hard to judge before buying
- Charcoal fuel requires more prep and cleanup than gas
- No BTU spec available for comparison shopping
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 152 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
152 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 Gas One CGT-18 measures 29.98 by 16.93 by 19.29 inches and weighs 9.57 pounds. That size puts it in the range of a full tabletop grill rather than a pure pocket-sized unit, giving you a bit more real estate while staying portable enough to load into a car trunk.', 'Construction is alloy steel with a black finish and freestanding legs. Two charcoal zones let you create a rough hot side and a cooler side by distributing coals unevenly, which is useful when cooking different items at different rates. No cooking area square footage is listed, so buyers should verify actual grate dimensions before purchase.', 'At $63.50 with a 4.3 rating from 152 owners, the CGT-18 earns its price. That rating puts it among the better-reviewed budget charcoal portables in this size range. The alloy steel body should hold up better than thin sheet metal alternatives at this price tier.']
Specifications
| Fuel | Charcoal |
|---|---|
| Burners | 2 |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Install | Freestanding |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 29.98 X 16.93 X 19.29 In |
| Weight | 9.57 lb |
Performance notes
Fuel is charcoal with two cooking zones. The CGT-18 weighs 9.57 pounds and measures 29.98 x 16.93 x 19.29 inches in a freestanding configuration. Material is alloy steel. No cooking area in square inches is published in the available specs. The two-burner designation refers to two adjustable charcoal zones rather than gas burners.
What buyers say
With 152 reviews and a 4.3 out of 5 rating, the CGT-18 has a strong positive trend. Owners generally praise the portability and build quality for the price. The rating is one of the higher scores in the sub-$70 charcoal portable category, suggesting Gas One executed this product well for its target use case.
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Frequently asked questions
What does two burners mean on a charcoal grill?
On a charcoal grill, burner count refers to the number of distinct cooking zones rather than gas valves. With two zones on the CGT-18, you can pile coals on one side for high-heat searing and leave the other side lighter for slower indirect cooking. It gives you more control than a single-zone layout.
How portable is the Gas One CGT-18?
At 9.57 pounds and roughly 30 inches long it is portable but not pocket-sized. It fits comfortably in a car trunk or truck bed and is easy for one person to carry short distances. It is better suited to car camping and tailgating than backpacking.
Is alloy steel better than regular steel for a grill?
Alloy steel is a general term for steel mixed with additional elements to improve hardness, strength, or corrosion resistance. For a charcoal grill body, alloy steel typically holds up better to heat cycling and outdoor exposure than plain low-carbon sheet steel, which is a good sign for longevity at this price point.