With a sunny heatwave approaching, now is the perfect time to invest in an outdoor cooking tool and fire up the grill for al fresco dining and hosting friends. Outdoor cooking appliances have evolved significantly, offering options beyond extravagant BBQs or disposable versions. Whether you want a wood-fired pizza oven in your garden or a portable grill for convenience, there are plenty of choices available.
Retailers like Habitat, Lakeland, and Argos offer a wide selection of equipment under £200, with some even under £100. To save you time, we have curated the essentials across every budget and cooking style, whether you are feeding a family, hosting a dinner party, or simply upgrading your weekday meals this summer.
Outdoor Cooking Tools Worth the Splurge
Ooni Karu 12" Multi-Fuel Outdoor Pizza Oven
Ooni's Karu pizza oven has earned thousands of fans for good reason. It can run on wood, charcoal, or gas (with an optional burner attachment), heats up to 500°C in just 15 minutes, and cooks a 12-inch pizza in under 60 seconds. Priced at £239.20, it is a versatile investment for pizza lovers.
HAY Outdoor Market Barbecue 40cm
For those who prefer a compact design, HAY's powder-coated steel barbecue offers Danish minimalism and practicality for smaller gardens, patios, and balconies. It handles everything from steaks to corn on the cob without breaking the bank, at £169.
Cuisinart Outdoors Venture Portable Gas Grill
This stackable, portable grill folds completely flat and weighs less than 5kg. It connects to any standard camping gas canister, making it ideal for camping trips or festivals, and even works on the beach. With even heat distribution and a non-stick plate, cleaning is easy. Price: £119.99.
Habitat Mini Tabletop Kamado Charcoal BBQ
Kamado-style grills are popular for their heat retention and distribution. This ceramic design from Habitat is budget-friendly at £120, perfect for smoking meats or grilling vegetables, and fits in any small garden.
Gozney Olive Roccbox Portable Pizza Oven
Gozney is a leading brand in pizza ovens, known for chic design. The Roccbox features an insulated outer shell that stays cool to the touch, retains heat up to 500°C, and comes with a gas burner. A wood-burner attachment is available separately. Price: £399.99.
Vango Scran Electric Cooking Grill
For those who want easy outdoor cooking without charcoal or gas, the Vango Scran is lightweight and plug-in. It heats up quickly and cleans up fast, ideal for balconies, small patios, or no-nonsense weeknight grills under £50. Price: £45.
Weber Original Kettle Charcoal BBQ, 47cm
The Weber Kettle has cult status among BBQ fans, dating back to the 1950s. This classic charcoal grill offers plenty of cooking space and dampener vents for temperature control. With proper care, it can last forever. Price: £189.99.
