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Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill
The verdict
The Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill earns a 4.3/5 in our research-based assessment, and is best for grillers who want the option of charcoal flavor with electric convenience. Its biggest strength is switch between electric and charcoal fuel.
Key takeaways
- →Rating: 4.3/5 (Char-Broil hybrid).
- →Best for: grillers who want the option of charcoal flavor with electric convenience.
- →Key specs: 1800W, 325 sq in, 200-650F.
- →Trade-off: strong on switch between electric and charcoal fuel, but charcoal mode requires more cleanup.
The Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel lets you grill electric on weeknights and charcoal on weekends, with 650°F capability in both modes.
The Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill is also one of our picks in the best electric grill under $300 guide, where we rank it against the rest of the field at that price.
| wattage | 1800W |
| cooking area | 325 sq in |
| temp range | 200-650F |
| Best For | Grillers who want the option of charcoal flavor with electric convenience |
Key Features
- +Electric and charcoal hybrid
- +650°F max temperature
- +TRU-Infrared cooking system
Pros & Cons
What we like
- +Switch between electric and charcoal fuel
- +650°F covers serious searing
- +Even heat with infrared technology
Worth knowing
- −Charcoal mode requires more cleanup
- −Heavier than pure electric grills
- −Assembly is moderately involved
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What independent reviewers say
2 independent YouTube reviews, ranked by editorial trust score. We don’t produce our own videos — these are the reviewers we trust.
- Kitchen StoreTrust 33436 subs · Mar 2025
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- Stirgus Food ChannelTrust 23558 subs · Feb 2024
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill best for?
- The Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill is best for grillers who want the option of charcoal flavor with electric convenience.
- How hot does the Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill get?
- Its rated temperature range is 200-650F, according to the manufacturer's published specs.
- How big is the cooking surface on the Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill?
- The Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill has a 325 sq in cooking area, per the manufacturer's published specs.
- What is the main downside of the Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill?
- The most commonly noted trade-off is: charcoal mode requires more cleanup. We weigh this against its strengths in the pros and cons above.
- What stands out most about the Char-Broil Bistro Pro Dual Fuel Electric Grill?
- Its standout strength is: switch between electric and charcoal fuel.
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