Head-to-head · Best Portable Grills Under $200

Coleman RoadTrip 225 vs Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Coleman RoadTrip 225 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.1 vs 4.0). The gap is mostly about Budget-minded campers and tailgaters who want a dual-burner gas grill from a trusted outdoor brand under $200 and prioritize easy ignition and cleanup over premium build. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Portable Grills Under $200

Coleman RoadTrip 225

4.1

$209.99as of Jul 3

The RoadTrip 225 is the value pick for buyers who want two adjustable burners and matchless ignition without crossing $200. Its 225-square-inch grate and 11,000 BTU output handle camping, tailgating, and patio cooking, and the InstaStart push-button lighting and removable grease tray make day-to-day use simple. Build quality is its soft spot, with owners flagging thin metal and a missing lid latch, but for a sub-$200 two-burner grill from a trusted camp-gear brand, it covers the essentials well.

Strengths

— Two adjustable burners give independent temperature zones for searing and finishing
— Matchless InstaStart push-button ignition lights reliably with no lighter needed
— 225 sq in grate comfortably handles meals for a small family

Watch-outs

— Owners report thin metal body and components that feel less durable over time
— No lid latch, so the lid can swing open during transport
— No built-in thermometer for precise temperature monitoring

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Ranked #5 in Best Portable Grills Under $200

Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet

4.0

$149.99as of Jul 3

The Petit Gourmet is the ultralight solo-and-pair option, built for maximum portability over cooking capacity. At 17 pounds with integrated VersaStand legs that fold away, it is among the easiest grills to carry one-handed, and its single 5,500 BTU burner cooks evenly for two or three people at a tailgate or picnic. The plastic legs and finicky lid latch undercut its durability for daily use, and it does not grill very hot, but as a grab-and-go grill near $100 it nails its narrow job.

Strengths

— Extremely light at 17 lbs and easy to carry one-handed, among the most portable grills tested
— Integrated VersaStand legs fold and tuck away for compact transport
— Cooks evenly across its 145 sq in grate for two to three people

Watch-outs

— Lid latch is flimsy and becomes finicky, prone to unlatching while carrying
— Plastic legs lack stability on uneven terrain and raise durability concerns for daily use
— Only 5,500 BTU, so it does not grill especially hot

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How they stack up

Coleman RoadTrip 225

Matches the Cuisinart CGG-306's two-burner control at a lower price but with thinner construction and a smaller 225 sq in grate. It is heavier and bulkier than the Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 and lacks that grill's searing intensity, but it offers gentler low-heat cooking. It is a step up in capacity and burner count from the single-burner Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet.

Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet

The smallest and lightest gas grill here, with far less power and grate area than the two-burner Cuisinart CGG-306 or Coleman RoadTrip 225. It cannot sear like the Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 and offers less cooking room than the charcoal Weber Go-Anywhere, but it is the easiest of the group to carry by hand.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Coleman RoadTrip 225	Cuisinart CGG-180 Petit Gourmet
Fuel Type	Propane (16.4 oz or 20 lb with hose)	Propane (1 lb canister)
BTU Output	11,000 BTU	5,500 BTU
Cooking Area	225 sq in	145 sq in
Number of Burners	2 adjustable	1
Weight	27.6 lbs	17 lbs
Grate Material	Porcelain-coated cast iron	Porcelain-enameled cast iron
Dimensions	29.25"D x 18.5"W x 15.15"H	19.5"D x 30"W x 30.25"H

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