Napoleon

Napoleon is Canada’s answer to Weber. The company started out as a small steel fabrication business that later on expanded to manufacturing various types of grills, smokers, and accessories. Their grills and smokers are known for their quality and slight similarity to Weber. It’s important to note, however, that Napoleon also does have some innovative ideas and designs incorporated into their products that make them stand out among the rest.

Napoleon Prestige Pro 665

$3,699.00

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If you’re looking for serious grilling power for your backyard barbecues, the Napoleon Prestige Pro 665 propane gas grill fits the bill. This badass grill is huge and constructed of high quality 304 stainless steel. From body and hood to burners and grates, all were built to last a lifetime. And Napoleon backs that up with the President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. But its size and build are not the only things that make this a serious contender for the best gas grill in the market. Check out the features of this grill below.

Features:

five stainless steel burners (12,000 BTU each)
dual level stainless steel sear plates above the burners
one infrared searing side burner (14,000 BTU)
one infrared rear burner (18,000 BTU) with a full rotisserie kit
integrated smoking drawer with a dedicated 8,000 BTU smoker burner
backlit control knobs
interior lighting
integrated marinade bucket
Lift Ease Center-Gravity Roll Top Lid
Instant Jetfire Ignition
Accu-Probe Temperature Gauge
stainless steel wave rod cooking grates
two stainless steel side shelves
integrated ice bucket and cutting board
1140 square inches total cooking area

PROS:

Solid stainless steel construction backed with a limited lifetime warranty
The Infrared Sizzle Zone is the ultimate in searing. It can easily reach 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit allowing you to create steakhouse sear marks and that delicious caramel crust.
Large cooking area allows you to feed your entire neighborhood.
The grill comes with integrated lighting for any late night grilling sessions.
The integrated smoking drawer is perfect for enhancing the flavor of your meats with your favorite wood chips.
With 5 main burners as well as a rotisserie burner, you can pretty much cook anything on this grill.
Lots of storage space available
The grill provides you the complete outdoor kitchen experience including a cutting board, a marinade bucket, and an ice bucket.

CONS:

It costs quite a bit of money.
The grill burns through a lot of fuel, more than most grills we’ve come across.

The Pro 665 is definitely going to cause “grill envy” in your neighborhood and even out of it. It strikes that perfect balance between superior quality and performance without asking you to dig yourself deep into debt. From the solid construction to the high end features, this is the dream grill of any backyard chef.

Napoleon Grills Built-In Prestige 500

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Power, performance, and durability – key characteristics of the perfect built-in grill for your outdoor kitchen. Only one grill comes to mind – the Napoleon Grills Built-In Prestige 500.

Features:

4 main stainless steel tube burners and 1 infrared burner (total of 66,000 BTUs)
760 square inches of cooking space
Night Light Knobs with Safety Glow
Double-walled Roll Top Lid
Dual-level stainless steel sear plates
Accu-Probe temperature gauge
7mm thick reversible porcelain cast iron cooking grates with the iconic Wave design
jetfire ignition system
integrated infrared rear burner
304 stainless steel construction

PROS:

Accurate temperature reader
solid heat distribution enables you to cook your food evenly throughout
Easy-to-lift lid
Large cooking space (can fit around 31 burgers)
High quality stainless steel construction for increased durability backed by the President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
Reliable ignition system
Drip pan is easy to remove and clean

CONS:

The charcoal tray and smoker tube is not included. You will need to pay extra.
The grill can get extremely hot which can be dangerous if you have children playing nearby.
No integrated lighting under the hood for nighttime grilling

For a built-in gas grill that costs around $1,099, the Prestige 500 is an amazing bargain. It has a lot of high end features that make cooking on this grill a dream. The food it produces isn’t anything to scoff at either. Along with its limited lifetime warranty and solid construction, this grill is definitely a keeper.

Napoleon Triumph 410

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The Napoleon Triumph 410 is a fantastic entry level gas grill that’s going to take your cooking to the next level. It has everything you’ll need in a gas grill and it won’t cost you much. It is also an excellent option for those who want lots of power and a large cooking capacity without requiring much storage space.

Features:

4 stainless steel burners that have a max output of 44,700 BTUss
A total cooking area of 550 square inches (up to 25 burgers)
Stainless steel sear plates
Porcelain-coated cast iron wave cooking grids
folding side shelves with integrated utensil holders
Integrated bottle opener
Stainless steel construction
black porcelain lid

PROS:

the cast iron cooking grids are great for retaining heat and have smaller spaces in between to prevent food from falling between the grills
the lid-mounted Accu-Probe temperature gauge is pretty accurate, more so than temperature gauges integrated in other grills.
Side tables provide extra prep space
The folding shelves and easy-to-roll locking casters make maneuvering the grill easy.
Tool hooks and cabinet provide storage options for grilling accessories
The sear plates ensure even heat distribution so food always cooks evenly; no hot spots anywhere.

CONS:

The drip pan is made of aluminum foil and located at the back; it can be hard to keep track on whether it’s full or not.

Napoleon TQ2225PO Travel Q Portable Grill

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Great grilling on the go is possible with the Napoleon TravelQ Portable Gas Grill. This high quality grill is perfect for any occasion outside the home. Easy to carry, quick to set up. If you like traveling light, this is the portable grill for you.

Features:

Circular stainless steel burner with an output 10,500 BTUs
225 square inches of cooking space
Ergonomic handle
Removable grease tray
Piezo push button ignition
porcelain coated cast iron grate
folding legs

PROS:

The circular burner ensures even heat distribution.
There’s enough space on the grill to cook up to 16 burgers.
The cast iron grate is perfect for retaining heat.
The clamshell design makes it easy to transport the grill and ensures that it only takes up a small amount of space in storage.
Setting up the grill only takes seconds.

CONS:

The grill doesn’t do well when there’s a strong wind.
It doesn’t come with a travel bag. The TravelQ Travel Bag is sold separately.
It doesn’t come with a built-in temperature gauge

For ultimate portability, you definitely can’t go wrong with the Napoleon TravelQ. Compact and light yet still big enough to cook for a group of 4 to 5 individuals. It’s the perfect companion on your travels, whether it’s just a day to the beach or a cross-country road trip.

Napoleon LEX 605 Built-In Grill with Infrared Rotisserie B00SZRL6D0

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If you want a deluxe built-in gas grill for your outdoor kitchen, then the Napoleon LEX 605 is what you’re looking for. It’s high quality construction and superior performance makes it an ideal addition to any serious griller’s arsenal.

Features:

stainless steel construction with chrome accents
heavy duty stainless steel “Wave” grill grates with sear plates
3 16,000 BTU main burners, 1 16,000 BTU infrared grill burner, and 1 15,500 BTU rear infrared burner.
850 square inches of cooking space
instant Jetfire ignition
I-Glow knobs
Accu-Probe temperature gauge
Lift Ease Center-Gravity Roll Top Lid
stainless steel sear plates

PROS:

The grill is very versatile; you can grill, bake, and roast food with it.
The grill has even heat distribution.
Solid construction ensures that the grill will last a long time.
Great size for feeding a large group of people.
The lid is double-walled which allows you to hold heat in and maintain your desired temperature.
The high heat infrared burner can reach up to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit so you can create beautiful sear marks and caramelized crusts.

CONS:

The Napoleon Smoker Tube is not included (sold separately).
There are no interior lights underneath the hood.
It does not come with a cover.
The drip pan floods with water when it rains and you don’t have a cover.

The Napoleon LEX 605 is a luxurious addition to any outdoor kitchen. It will ensure your guests are fed delicious food every time. With this Napoleon grill, you get great quality and performance at an affordable price.

Napoleon LEX 605 gas grill

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The Napoleon LEX 605 gas grill is similar to the built-in model which makes it the perfect choice if you want something a little more portable for your backyard barbecues. It has the same high quality construction and superior performance but with a few extra features for your grilling pleasure.

Features:

Double walled Lift EaseTM stainless steel lid
Jet fire ignition system with stainless steel wave cooking grids
Engaging I-GLOW backlit control knobs
Stainless steel side shelves with integrated tool hooks and condiment holders
Range side burner
Integrated ice/marinade bucket and cutting board
6 Burners including ceramic infrared bottom and rear burner with a total output of 90.500 BTUs
920 square inches of total cooking space
Accu-Probe temperature gauge
stainless steel sear plates

PROS:

The grill is very versatile; you can grill, bake, and roast food with it.
The grill has even heat distribution.
Solid construction ensures that the grill will last a long time.
Great size for feeding a large group of people.
The lid is double-walled which allows you to hold heat in and maintain your desired temperature.
The high heat infrared burner can reach up to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit so you can create beautiful sear marks and caramelized crusts.
You get a complete outdoor kitchen experience with the integrated chopping board and ice bucket.

CONS:

The Napoleon Smoker Tube is not included (sold separately).
Instructions on assembling the grill are incomplete.
No interior lights under the hood for nighttime grilling.

Napoleon TravelQ 285X with Cart Review

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If you’re looking for a portable gasser with some innovative features, you might want to check out this grill from Napoleon.

Features:

powder coated blue steel body
coated cast iron grate
two stainless steel burners
stainless steel windscreen over the back vent
Jetfire ignition system (fires up the burners individually)
two large side tables with towel and tool holders
removable grease tray

Pros:

the collapsible stand is sturdier than most grills in this category
can travel on all terrains – pavement, grass, gravel – with ease
easily folded up and pulled by one person
the burners light up independently which allows you to do 2-zone cooking
the grill snaps shut and stays shut, holding the grate in place even when in transport
even heat distribution
large capacity grill (up to 16 burgers at a time)
plenty of workspace for a portable grill
easy to use and clean
the windscreen helps maintain heat on windy days

Cons:

no warming rack, storage under the grill, or gas gauge
can’t control airflow so temperature control is limited

The Napoleon TravelQ 285X is quite possibly the best portable grill you’ll ever find. It has solid construction and the scissor cart isn’t flimsy at all. It has two burners that can be individually lit for direct and indirect cooking. You have loads of workspace plus towel and tool holders. You got all-terrain wheels. And you get a windscreen for windy days in the park or at the beach. Literally everything you’ll ever need in a portable grill is here and they all come together to make a perfect portable gasser. So if you want a grill to accompany you in your travels, you’d best be sure you’ve got the TravelQ 285X with you.

Napoleon Apollo 3 in 1 Smoker Review

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No, this is not a rip-off of the Weber Smokey Mountain. This bullet water smoker may look the same and have certain similarities in terms of features. But there are a number of improvements as well as design innovations inserted here and there that puts this little smoker in a league of its own.

Features:

black porcelain enameled body
multiple vents (one on top and three bottom vents)
charcoal steel basket
upper lid has a horizontal bar with five hooks
hinged access doors
each cooking chamber has a 20-inch cooking grate (total of 630 square inches of smoking space)
locking latches for each section as well as the lid
2.6-gallon water pan
each section has two metal handles

Pros:

a true multipurpose tool; you can opt to grill, use only one cooking chamber for small amounts of smoked meat, or use all sections to create a larger smoker.
takes up a very small space
solid construction (some customers have owned the grill for years)
good temperature control (maintains the heat for really long hours just like a good smoker should)
can be used for wet and dry smoking as well as a grill
lid fits tighter than the Weber Smokey Mountain
predrilled eyelets in each ring allows you to insert a thermometer probe at grill level
the access doors have hinges so its easier to open compared to sliding ones that are often awkward to slide in and out when the smoker is cooking
less expensive than the Weber Smokey Mountain
the lid latches on so you can use the handle on top to lift the entire smoker and move it around
large water pan
you can easily cut down the size of your smoker to extend the life of your charcoal if you don’t need the extra space

Cons:

no heat shield at the bottom
the sectional design can cause smoke leakage (previously released units have had those problems)
the latches aren’t aligned perfectly (they do work though)

The Napoleon 3-in-1 smoker is a viable alternative to the Weber Smokey Mountain. In fact, in some aspects, it is way better. You not only get a grill and a smoker, you also get to choose how big your smoker should be which allows you to save on charcoal for small cooks. You also have the option to hang your meat instead of laying them out flat, especially if they’re too long to be laid out flat and have to be cut in order to fit (like ribs). The shortcomings of a Weber Smokey Mountain were answered with innovative designs by Napoleon which makes this a better investment. And though we all already know that Weber grills and smokers are for life, the quality of Napoleon grills have never been questioned either. They also have a limited lifetime warranty that just makes something good even better. If you’re looking for a grill/smoker combo that’s been done right, you might want to mosey over to Canada and get yourself a Napoleon.

Napoleon Prestige 500 vs Pro 500 vs Lex 485

Napoleon Prestige 500

Napoleon Grills Built-in Prestige 500 with Infrared Rear Burner Natural Gas Grill

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Our Summary Score: 9.6 points

Main Features

This product is a Natural Gas unit and you must have Natural Gas plumbed out to your patio or deck to be able to use this grill; If you do not have Natural Gas plumbed, please look at our selection of Propane barbecues
66,000 BTU's
5 stainess Steel tube burners
760 in total cooking area
Stainless Steel wave cooking grids
Natural gas