Gas BBQs

Get Your Grill on with a Gas BBQ!

What is the best gas barbecue to buy?

Make no mis-steak, Harvey Norman is home to the best gas BBQs around! Feast your eyes on the brands bringing the heat to backyards across Australia:

• BeefEater – Aussie-made and built to impress, with powerful burners, serious heat, and a tough design for feast-makers.
• Everdure – A sleek, modern design paired with cutting-edge innovation that brings style and substance to any outdoor space.
• Gasmate – Compact, portable, and great value – perfect for camping, road trips, and smaller backyards.
• Masport – A hardworking classic, Masport keeps things simple without compromising on performance.

From compact 2-burners for balconies to full-size grills for outdoor kitchens, there’s a gas barbecue to suit your space, style, and appetite – available online or at your local store.

Is a gas barbecue worth it?

Gas BBQs have long been a fixture in Australian backyards and balconies. Be it a quick and easy midweek meal or a backyard get-together, they make firing up the barbie straightforward and stress-free.

Here’s why they’re a crowd favourite:

• Quick To Heat Up – With just a push of a button, the BBQ is ready to cook whatever’s on the menu – from burgers to sausages and skewers.
• Precise Temperature Control – Individual burners allow you to grill, roast, and sear at different temperatures, so everything’s ready together and cooked just right.
• Versatile Cooking – Whether it’s a well-seared steak or low-and-slow smoked brisket, gas gives you the flexibility to grill your way.
• Easy Clean-Up – No charcoal. No ash. Just a quick wipe down and you’re free to close the lid and put your feet up!

How many burners do I need on a gas barbecue?

Choosing the right size gas barbecue makes grilling less of a balancing act and more of a relaxed affair. Not quite sure how many burners you need? Read on for Harvey’s smokin’ hot tips:

• 2 & 3 Burner Gas BBQs – Suited to couples or smaller households, especially where outdoor space is at a premium.
• 4 Burner Gas BBQs – A great all-rounder for hosting friends and family, with enough room to cook without overcrowding the grill.
• 5 & 6 Burner Gas BBQs – Made for big families or anyone who frequently entertains hungry guests.

While burner count is a good starting point, it also pays to think about the overall cooking surface and any extras like side burners, hotplates, and warming racks.

Is natural gas or LPG better for BBQ?

LPG and natural gas BBQs both bring the heat, but the choice really comes down to your setup and how often you’re manning the grill.

LPG is great if you:

• Enjoy the freedom to cook wherever you like, from balconies and backyards to weekend getaways
• Prefer a setup that runs on portable gas bottles
• Want flexibility to move your barbecue around or pack it away when it’s not in use

Natural gas is a go-to for:

• Outdoor areas that already have an existing gas point, like balconies or alfresco spaces
• A steady, continuous gas supply that won’t run out mid-barbecue
• Permanent setups like built-in BBQs or outdoor kitchens

Can you use wood chips on a gas BBQ?

Love the deep, distinctive flavour that a smoker gives, but prefer the convenience of gas? Wood chips or chunks are your shortcut to achieving smoky flavour on a gas BBQ, infusing meats, fish, and even cheese with a hint of hickory, apple, or mesquite.

Whether you’re using a built-in smoker box or making your own, smoking on a gas barbecue is as easy as 1,2,3:

1. Pre-heat the grill on high for 10-15 minutes
2. Place dry or pre-soaked wood chips over a lit burner
3. Add your food, close the lid, and let it absorb that signature smoky taste

A great BBQ makes grilling easy, and we have the models to see you through summer – and beyond. So, shop online or visit us in-store at Harvey Norman to find the best gas barbecue to get your char on!