Blackstone Griddle, Size and Finish

TEXASBGE2018

So my birthday is coming up and I am looking to get a Blackstone. I'm sure that its been covered but I'm lazy and didn't want to search. My questions are:  Is the Stainless Steel Finish Worth the extra money? Which Size is best 28" or 36" given that its 2 vs 4 burners? And Lastly, I've seen a lot of people getting Stainless Lids for them. What do those run cost wise? Mine will be on a back porch next to the egg so I don't necessarily have to have a cover. Thanks in advance!

ColtsFan

Well, I'm lazy and don't want to give you a meaningful reply. 



36". Black. No input on cover

WeberWho

36"

Tspud1

Amazon has lids, about $160 for stainless, Blackstone has a black one with handles on top for $99.99. Message me for info on mine.

JohnnyTarheel

36 is the choice...  since you are on a covered porch the Blackstone brand vinyl cover will do excellent... Stainless not needed in my opinion unless you just have too much money..   this is my setup and mine is 18 months old and looks brand new... I use mine at least 3 times per week....  

billt01

@TEXASBGE2018

what zipcode are you in?

billt01

TEXASBGE2018

billt01 said:

I'm in the Dallas Area, Did you just look up 36" Blackstone? I cant find a 36" for $150.

HeavyG

TEXASBGE2018 said:

billt01 said:

I'm in the Dallas Area, Did you just look up 36" Blackstone? I cant find a 36" for $150.

https://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker?sku=39891191

kdink

Just saw this at lowe's, had side tables that folded to make a cover.  Looked interesting. 
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Blue-Rhino-Razor-Black-Powder-Coated-4-Burner-Liquid-Propane-Gas-Griddle-Grill/1000364859

TEXASBGE2018

It looks like I can get the Stainless 36” for $259 from walmart. Worth it??

blasting

TEXASBGE2018 said:

It looks like I can get the Stainless 36” for $259 from walmart. Worth it??

What can you get the black for?  Stainless is a bit of a PIA.  Rather have black personally.

TEXASBGE2018

The black is $249. What makes the same a pita? Just keeping it shiny and clean?

TEXASBGE2018

Sorry crappy iPhone correct. What makes the stainless a pia?

kl8ton

TEXASBGE2018 said:

Sorry crappy iPhone correct. What makes the stainless a pia?

My guess would be keeping it clean looking.  I never clean my black one and it looks pretty good.  Our stainless fridge and stove need daily wipe downs. 

littlerascal56

Just drive up to Kansas and I will sell you a 36” model for $100 cash!  

blasting

kl8ton said:

TEXASBGE2018 said:

Sorry crappy iPhone correct. What makes the stainless a pia?

My guess would be keeping it clean looking.  I never clean my black one and it looks pretty good.  Our stainless fridge and stove need daily wipe downs. 

Yep, that's exactly what I meant.  Stainless looks like it always needs cleaning.  I'm lazy.

TEXASBGE2018

Can anybody comment on the new vs old design?Looks like the only difference is the new one has the drip pan at the back. Does that make any difference?

JustOneOfTheGuys

I just picked up a 36” black kit in BJs that included the cover and tool kit for 229. It’s the older design with the grease cup on the side.  That price was in club only with a clip less coupon that expires on May 9th.