Head-to-head · Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361 vs PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

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

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (3.8 vs 3.7). The gap is mostly about budget-conscious cooks who need a large cooking surface — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

3.8

$89.95as of May 31

The Hamilton Beach 25361 Electric Indoor Searing Grill is a budget-friendly option for indoor grilling with a large 118 sq. in. cooking surface and adjustable temperature control up to 450°F. The extra-large drip tray helps manage fat and reduce smoke, while the viewing window allows monitoring without opening the lid. While it doesn't have dedicated smokeless technology, it's a solid entry-level option for those who want indoor grilling without the premium price.

Strengths

— Extra-large drip tray to manage fat and smoke
— Viewing window for monitoring food without opening the lid
— Adjustable temperature control to 450°F for high-heat searing

Watch-outs

— No smokeless certification — reduces smoke but doesn't eliminate it
— Plastic components near heat source
— Temperature control is analog, not digital

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Ranked #5 in Best Smokeless Indoor Grills

PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

3.7

$225as of May 31

The PowerXL Smokeless Grill uses Turbo Speed Smoke Extractor Technology to actively remove smoke during cooking, making it one of the most effective smokeless grilling solutions available. The tempered glass lid allows monitoring without opening, and the dishwasher-safe drip tray simplifies cleanup. While it's pricier than most competitors and the extraction fan adds some noise, the PowerXL delivers on its smokeless promise for indoor cooking.

Strengths

— Turbo Speed Smoke Extractor Technology actively removes smoke
— Tempered glass lid for monitoring food
— Large cooking surface for family-sized portions

Watch-outs

— Premium price at $225
— Smoke extraction fan adds noise during operation
— Larger footprint than compact models

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How they stack up

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361

The Hamilton Beach 25361 offers the largest cooking surface on this list at 118 sq. in., making it ideal for larger families. It's significantly more affordable than the Ninja Foodi AG301 ($80 vs $220) but lacks the multi-functionality and smokeless technology. Compared to the George Foreman Smokeless, the Hamilton Beach provides a flat cooking surface better suited for steaks and larger cuts.

PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor

The PowerXL Smokeless Grill outperforms the Hamilton Beach 25361 in smoke reduction through its active extraction technology, though it's significantly more expensive ($225 vs $80). Compared to the Philips HD6371, the PowerXL offers active smoke extraction rather than infrared technology, which means it produces some noise but may be more effective at smoke removal.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill 25361	PowerXL Smokeless Grill with Turbo Smoke Extractor
Cooking Surface	118 sq. in.	Large flat surface
Power	1,500 watts	Smoke extraction fan + heating elements
Temperature Range	Adjustable to 450°F	Adjustable
Plate Type	PFAS-free removable nonstick	Nonstick
Material	Stainless steel	Stainless steel body, tempered glass lid
Dimensions	12.4 x 16.73 x 6.81 in	20 x 12 x in (depth varies)
Grill Type	Electric Indoor Searing Grill	Smokeless Indoor Grill with Smoke Extractor

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