Are This Weekend’s Grill and Griddle Deals Worth It?
July 4 grill deals are limited-time discounts on gas grills, pellet smokers, and outdoor griddles that coincide with Independence Day cookout deals, giving shoppers a chance to upgrade their backyard cooking setup at lower prices before peak summer gatherings. In short: yes, this holiday weekend has several worthwhile offers if you need a reliable grill or griddle now. The standout is the Weber Spirit discount on the E-325 gas grill, which drops from its usual USD 599 (approx. RM2,760) to a record low USD 499 (approx. RM2,300). Paired with markdowns on pellet smoker sale models like Traeger’s Woodridge Pro at USD 1,000 (approx. RM4,600), these Independence Day cookout deals favor buyers who value performance over rock-bottom prices.
Weber Spirit Gas Grills: Best All-Round July 4 Grill Deals
If you want a gas grill that feels like a long-term investment, the Weber Spirit line is the sweet spot for July 4 grill deals. The Spirit E-325, described as solid, sturdy and easy to wheel around, uses a snap ignition system that reliably lights all three burners without misfires. Two Boost Burners create a high-heat sear zone that gave ribs, chicken and burgers an evenly cooked exterior and juicy middle in testing, with steakhouse-style marks on meat and vegetables. Porcelain-enamelled cast iron grates hold heat well, and stainless steel bars help cut flare-ups while adding smoky flavor. It drops from USD 599 (approx. RM2,760) to USD 499 (approx. RM2,300), which is a strong price for an editor’s-choice grill named best overall from more than 30 models tested. For smaller patios, the two-burner Weber Spirit E-210 sits at USD 399 (approx. RM1,840), USD 50 (approx. RM230) off its regular price.
Griddle and Pellet Smoker Sales: Weber Slate vs Traeger
If flat-top cooking or wood-fired flavor matters more than open flame grilling, this weekend’s griddle and pellet smoker sale options are compelling. The Weber Slate rust-resistant griddle line is praised for offering one of the best overall griddle cooking experiences tested, thanks to a preseasoned cook surface and a spacious workstation with fold-down extension and side table. At USD 549 (approx. RM2,530) for the three-burner Slate model, with USD 50 (approx. RM230) shaved off, it’s a strong value if you like cooking smash burgers, stir-fries, or breakfast spreads outside. On the pellet side, the Traeger Woodridge Pro, previously rated a top-pick pellet grill with an 8/10 score, is down to USD 1,000 (approx. RM4,600), USD 150 (approx. RM690) off. It is easy to clean, heats quickly for ribs, and has enough capacity for two pork bellies at once.
Budget-Friendly Alternatives and Holiday Timing
Not every Independence Day cookout deal is a high-ticket item. If portability matters, the compact Coleman RoadTrip 285 propane grill offers three burners and up to 20,000 BTUs with 285 square inches of cooking space, and it can be picked up for USD 250 (approx. RM1,150), more than 40 percent off its usual price. For griddles, Traeger’s Irontop series launched as a lower-budget option this year, with a 36-inch, four-burner model at USD 599 (approx. RM2,760). While its simplified burner layout leads to noticeable hot spots toward the front of the cook plate, it gains points for better wind shielding and more stable legs than Traeger’s pricier line. The best outright deal call in testing was the two-burner Weber model at USD 699 (approx. RM3,270) for the Fourth of July weekend, highlighting how timing this holiday window can lock in fair prices on mid-range gear.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the Weber Spirit E-325 if you want a proven, editor-approved gas grill with strong searing performance for burgers and vegetables at a rare USD 100 (approx. RM460) discount.
- Skip the Weber Spirit E-325 if you seldom grill, have minimal outdoor space, or will not use a full three-burner setup enough to justify the cost.
- Buy the Weber Spirit E-210 if you need a compact, simple gas grill at USD 399 (approx. RM1,840), where even heat and easy propane control matter more than extra burners.
- Skip the Weber Spirit E-210 if you host large gatherings often and need more cooking area and burner flexibility than a two-burner grill can provide.
- Buy the Weber Slate griddle if a preseasoned, rust-resistant flat top with a flexible workstation and USD 50 (approx. RM230) off appeals to how you cook breakfasts, tacos and smash burgers outside.
- Skip the Weber Slate griddle if you prefer classic grill marks, rarely cook foods that benefit from a flat-top, or already own a well-equipped gas grill.
- Buy the Traeger Woodridge Pro pellet smoker if you care most about wood-fired flavor, easier cleaning and ample capacity for large cuts like pork belly at USD 1,000 (approx. RM4,600), USD 150 (approx. RM690) off.
- Skip the Traeger Woodridge Pro if you are on a tight budget, have limited outdoor space, or do not want to manage pellets and apps for your everyday cooking.
- Buy the Traeger Irontop griddle if you want a lower-cost, 36-inch griddle with better wind shielding and stability, and can work around some hot spots toward the front.
- Skip the Traeger Irontop griddle if perfectly even heat across the entire cook surface is your top priority and you are willing to pay more for that.
