Grill brushes, thermometers, grill mats, tongs, smoker boxes and grill covers for gas and charcoal grills.
The right grilling accessories make the difference between burnt food and a perfectly cooked steak. This guide covers grill brushes, instant-read thermometers, grill mats, tongs, smoker boxes and grill covers chosen for durability, heat resistance and compatibility with gas and charcoal grills.
6 guides in this section
Grill brush bristle material (stainless steel versus brass versus bristle-free), handle length for safe reach above hot grates, whether the brush is safe for porcelain-coated grates, scraper blade attachment and brush head width determine which grill brush suits regular grill cleaning.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
Grill cover material (polyester versus vinyl versus heavy-duty 600D), waterproof rating, UV resistance, whether the cover has air vents to prevent moisture buildup, fade resistance and cover dimensions for different grill sizes determine which grill cover suits outdoor grill storage.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
Grill mat PTFE versus silicone construction, mat thickness in millimeters, maximum temperature rating, whether the mat is dishwasher safe, mat dimensions relative to standard grill grate sizes and whether the mat prevents flare-ups determine which grill mat suits gas and charcoal cooking.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
Thermometer probe speed in seconds, temperature range, whether the thermometer is instant-read or leave-in probe style, wireless range for leave-in models, waterproof rating and display readability in outdoor sunlight determine which grill thermometer suits steak, poultry and fish grilling.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
Grill tong length in inches for safe reach above hot grates, whether the tong is locking or scalloped-tip, handle material (stainless versus silicone-wrapped), spring tension and whether the tong is dishwasher safe determine which grill tongs suit steak, chicken and vegetable grilling.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
Smoker box material (stainless steel versus cast iron), chip capacity in ounces, lid design for wood chip loading, perforation pattern for smoke release, whether the box fits on burner covers or between burner bars and heat-up speed determine which smoker box suits gas and charcoal grilling.
4 picks · 5 sourcesUpdated September 28, 2026
