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What's the best thing about spring? Enjoying the outdoors again! What's a better way to celebrate springtime with your family and loved ones than to treat them to an outdoor barbecue? The pleasant weather makes it a lovely time to host a barbecue get-together in your backyard or garden.

We understand that a brand new grill can cost an arm and a leg at times, but when you know where to look, it doesn’t have to. Here's our list of the best grills for spring 2021 that won’t hurt your wallet -- all under $200.

1. Royal Gourmet CC1830F Charcoal Grill
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Royal Gourmet CC1830F Charcoal Grill is easy to assemble and made of durable stainless steel. The grill comes with an offset smoker which is good for heating and smoking, a side door so you can easily put charcoal, and an industrial-grade thermometer.

2. Amazon Basics Charcoal Grill
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Amazon Basics Charcoal Grill is a compact 18-inch grill that will get the job done. Because of its solid and tight frame, you can put it in any corner of your backyard. This tabletop grill can be converted into a side firebox and attached to a larger grill for smoking.

3. Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill
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Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill is a 22-inch charcoal grill that’s considered your “everyday charcoal griller.” It can hold up to 13 burgers at one go and comes with a porcelain enamel lid and bowl that will retain heat and won’t rust or peel.

4. Dyna-Glo DGD381BNC-D Compact Charcoal Grill
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Dyna-Glo DGD381BNC-D Compact Charcoal Grill is a full-size charcoal grill that can be placed in your backyard, deck, or patio for the ultimate barbecue experience. It comes with a charcoal tray adjustment crank for temperature control and a smokestack with an adjustable flue for additional flavor and temperature control.

5. Royal Gourmet CD1824E Charcoal Grill
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Royal Gourmet CD1824E Charcoal Grill is perfect for backyard barbecue parties. This 24-inch charcoal grill features a spacious grilling area plus stainless steel warming racks on each side. A height-adjustable charcoal pan lets you fine-tune the temperature while grilling to ensure best results.

6. TeqHome Foldable Charcoal Grill
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TeqHome Foldable Charcoal Grill is perfect for everyday use and even for travel because of its portability. Simply fold open and assemble once you’re ready to grill and clean, then close once it’s ready to be tucked away. Its large grilling area allows you to cook multiple items at once, perfect for an impromptu backyard barbecue.

7. ISUMER Portable Charcoal Tabletop Grill
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ISUMER Portable Charcoal Tabletop Grill is lightweight, compact, and foldable for easy assembly and on-the-go grilling. The portable charcoal grill features a durable, high-quality porcelain-enameled lid and dampers for efficient heat retention and regulation. Bring it to your next camping or beach trip, or simply whip it out on your deck or patio for a barbecue dinner.
8. Weber 121020 Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill
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Weber 121020 Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill is another compact and portable grill that you can bring anywhere and everywhere. Its rectangular shape fits the rear compartment of most cars and features lid locks as well as a handle for easy mobility. The grill can fit up to six burgers, enough to feed a whole family.
9. The Original Po' Man Charcoal Grill
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The Original Po' Man Charcoal Grill is a huge capacity cooker that comes with a round grate, a flavor lock drip-plate and two skewers for cooking more meat. Simple and direct to the point, the grill promises to outcook other “fancy pants” grills.

10. Humos Outdoor Vertical 3-in-1 Charcoal Smoker
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Humos Outdoor Vertical 3-in-1 Charcoal Smoker is an 18-inch vertical smoker that functions as an oven and grill. This multi-functional grill lets you bake, steam, roast, cook, and grill a variety of dishes making it the perfect addition to any extended kitchen. It's great for parties and barbecue dinners with the whole family.

11. Realcook Vertical Steel Charcoal Smoker
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Realcook Vertical Steel Charcoal Smoker is a multifunctional 17-inch steel grill that features two cooking pits for versatility. Choose to use it as a single barbecue grill or as a smoker, an oven, and even as a fire pit. It comes with a detailed thermometer and adjustable air supply on the lid for greater temperature control.

12. MASTER COOK Classic Liquid Propane Gas Grill
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MASTER COOK Classic Liquid Propane Gas Grill is a 30,000 BTU gas grill with 470 square inches of cooking space over porcelain-coated grates for maximum grilling capacity. Enjoy a faster and more reliable burner start-up with a push of a button through its Piezo ignition system for a quick-start grilling experience.

13. Char-Griller E3001 Grillin' Pro
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Char-Griller E3001 Grillin' Pro is a 40,800 BTU gas grill with 438 square inches of main grilling area. It features a warming rack and a 12,000 BTU side burner, porcelain-coated cast-iron grates, utensil hooks, and best of all, an electronic ignition for faster start-ups.

14. Char-Broil Classic 360 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill
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Char-Broil Classic 360 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill offers 360 square inches of grilling space over porcelain-coated grates. Utilizing a convectional cooking system, the grill makes use of three stainless steel in-line burners for cooking performance. The grill includes a cooling rack and metal side shelves that double as prep areas.

15. Cuisinart CGG180 CGG-180 Petit Gourmet Gas Grill
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Cuisinart CGG180 CGG-180 Petit Gourmet Gas Grill is a 5,500 BTU burner with 160 square inches of grilling space to accommodate a variety of food at one go while evenly and efficiently distributing heat. The compact grill offers quick set-up and pack-away for maximum portability and easy transport.
16. Char-Broil 20602108 TRU-Infrared Electric Grill
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Char-Broil 20602108 TRU-Infrared Electric Grill allows you to experience high-quality electric grilling without the hassle and mess of charcoal and gas. The TRU-Infrared system prevents flare-ups and evenly distributes heat for juicier, well-cooked dishes while an integrated control knob adjusts the temperature easily. The durable porcelain-coated grates are resistant to rust and easy to clean.
17. Masterbuilt SH19030819 Propane Tabletop Grill
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Masterbuilt SH19030819 Propane Tabletop Grill is a 10,000 BTU U-shaped burner offering maximum heat distribution and 288 square inches of grilling space for versatile cooking. The push-button ignition easily and efficiently starts and lights the burner for quick start-ups while the folding legs and the locking lid make transporting the grill easy.

18. NOMADIQ Portable Propane Gas Grill
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NOMADIQ Portable Propane Gas Grill is your go-to gas grill if you want portability. This lightweight propane gas grill quickly opens up to 226 square inches of ceramic-coated non-stick grates and on each grilling side a 5,000 BTU burner, totaling to a combined BTU of 10,000 for even heat distribution.