BBQ And Kitchen Tools, Toys, And Accessories Reviewed And Rated

Here's are our reviews of tools, toys, gadgets, and equipment that can help make you a better cook as well as those that should be avoided all together. We have tested all of these products and we really put them through their paces to see if they are worth using. For the best deals, pay attention to our "The AmazingRibs.com Best Value Medals", especially the Gold Medals. Medals are based on (1) features, (2) construction quality, and (3) value. Rarely will a $400 Gold Medal be in the same quality league as an $800 Gold Medal or a $1,200 Gold Medal, so be sure you see what we say about the construction quality, features and how they perform in the real world. Click the link above for more info about how we test, rate, and review.

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Gold Medal Gift Guide for BBQ and Grilling

Here are the tools and toys that avid grillers and pitmasters want most. Our reviewers kicked the tires on hundreds of grill and BBQ products and wrote detailed reviews. We organized everything in price categories from under $50 to over $2,000 so you can find the perfect BBQ gift for that special someone. read more

Grill Grates

By Meathead Goldwyn

Which grill grate is best: stainless steel, cast iron, enamel coated, plated wire, or cast aluminum? The answer may surprise you. This definitive guide explains which grill grates are the most durable, deliver the most heat, and are the easiest to clean and maintain in your grill. read more

Weber Smokey Mountain Tips And Accessories

Here are the tested tools and tips to make the most of your Weber Smokey Mountain, arguably the most popular and best rated bullet style smoker on the market. This comprehensive guide covers everything from seasoning the smoker to proper fire building techniques as well as reviews of the top products for the WSM. read more

Weber Kettle Accessories And Add-Ons

By Meathead Goldwyn

America's most iconic grill, the Weber Original Kettle charcoal grill is amazing on it's own but is taken to new heights thanks to a variety of accessories, tools, and add-ons. From high heat grill grate inserts to conversion kits for low-and-slow cooking, AmazingRibs.com has tested reviews of countless enhancements. read more

Tongs And Spatulas

Here is the ultimate guide to selecting the best spatula and tongs for your BBQ and grilling adventures. AmazingRibs.com has weeded through the countless options available in order to help you identify what are arguably the most important BBQ and grilling tools, a quality spatula and tongs for moving and turning food. read more

Small Appliances

It would be nice to have all kinds of small appliances on hand from a waffle maker to a deep fryer, but no one has unlimited counter and cabinet space. Here's a guide to the most essential small appliances both large and small. read more

Premium Coolers

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

If you're looking for the right cooler to fit your needs, AmazingRibs.com has compiled comprehensive hands-on reviews of some of the top brands and models. We put some of the most expensive and innovative super coolers to the torture tests, including how long they keep food cold or hot, durability, leakage, and more. read more

Pots and Pans

Cookware manufacturers try to sell you sets of pots of pans in all different sizes. But you really only need a few basics. Here's a guide to the pots and pans you will actually use. read more

Pizza Tools

By Meathead Goldwyn

Create perfect pizza on the grill thanks to these top rated tools. If you're a fan of brick oven pizza then this is the gear that will help you create it directly on your grill, from pizza stones to pizza peels and more. The result is a crust that is crisp, smoky and lightly charred and piping hot toppings. read more

Meat Shredders

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

Often call pork pullers, tese sharp hand extenders make light work of pulling or shredding smoked pork. They also make it super-easy to lift large, hot roasts like turkey and roast beef from the grill or from a roasting pan onto a platter. Plus, they toss a big bowl of salad in a jif. Here's a guide to the best. read more

Knives

At least one good chef's knife is the most essential tool in any kitchen. Does that mean you need to spend hundreds of dollars on an entire set of knives? No. Just a few good quality knives are all you really need. read more

Knife Sharpeners

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

It's vital to keep your knives sharp. But not all knife sharpeners do a great job. And they're all built a little differently. Check out our reviews before you buy. read more

Kitchen Tools

There are thousands of kitchen tools and gadgets out there. Here's a sensible guide to the ones you need and the ones you don't. read more

Injectors

By Meathead Goldwyn

There are a number of meat injection gizmos on the market ranging from simple hypodermics to pumps. They all work, but some work better than others. Here are our reviews. read more

Grill Toppers

Some grill toppers and racks are essential. A rib rack helps you cook more meat at once, and a grill tray prevents small foods like asparagus from falling into the fire. You can even get a perforated grill wok or saute pan for tossing small foods over the fire. Here's a guide to the best. read more

Grill Grate Cleaning Tools

By Meathead Goldwyn

Clean grill grates make better grilled food. Here's a buying guide to grill brushes, scrapers, and other BBQ cleaning tools to make sure you're turning out the best tasting food from your cooker. read more

Gloves: Heat-Resistant

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

Gloves are the best way to handle hot pots, pans, grill grates, pizza stones, and food. We tested and rated a bunch of them. read more

Gloves: Cut-Resistant

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

These gloves are designed to keep you from cutting your hands. They are especially helpful for things like clams, oysters, boning meats, and more. read more

Electric Knives

By Rick Browne, Ph.B.

We test, compare, rate, and review popular electric knives. An electric knife makes quick work of slicing a big hunk of meat like turkeys, whole packer briskets, beef tenderloin, prime rib, crown roast of pork, and hams. They are great at making even cuts. read more

Charcoal Starters

By Meathead Goldwyn

There are many ways to start a charcoal fire. There is one best way, and one worst way. Here they are. read more

Books And Magazines

By Meathead Goldwyn

Our favorite cookbooks, food books, magazines, newsletters, and periodicals will help you grow you skills. read more

Bar Tools, Glassware, Corkscrews

Recommended tools and glassware for maintaining a bar at home. read more

Artisan Meats And Other Foods

Many of our favorite restaurants and caterers now ship right to your door. Here are some foods we love. read more

Pitmaster Awards For Tools, Toys, And Accessories

Here are our favorite tools, toys, and accessories, the ones you absolutely need. read more

Other Cool Tools

Looking for the best accessories, tools, and toys for enhancing your overall BBQ and grilling experience? AmazingRibs.com has compiled a list of various products designed to make outdoor cooking more efficient, more expansive, and/or more fun. Hand selected by our team, these items are "must haves" for any griller. read more

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Ratings, Reviews, Buying Guides

Before you buy click below for in-depth thorough, unbiased analysis, tips, ratings, and reviews of products barbecue cooks need. Click here to read about our awards and medals

Pitmaster Award Winners

Each year we select the very best of the Gold Medal winners. Start your shopping here.

Pitmaster Awards For Grills & Smokers
Pitmaster Awards For Thermometers
Pitmaster Awards For Tools And Other Products (Under Construction)

Gold Medal Gift Guide

Each year we sift through out Gold Medal award winners and select the best gifts in several different price categories. There's something for every outdoor cook from inexpensive pork pullers through amazing grills.

Gold Medal Gift Guide

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Grills And Smokers Searchable database of hundreds tested by our full-time grill and smoker tester.
Food And Grill Thermometers More than 150 of these crucial safety and quality control tools are tested by an electrical engineer.

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Ratings & Reviews Of Tools, Toys, Accessories

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