I'm completely new to grilling, but this grill was easy to understand and use. I did have to keep an eye on everything while it was cooking because it seemed to get pretty hot fairly fast, but the food turned out great. It's also not difficult to clean. This piece is going to be my new car camping staple! Bonus: It takes up minimal space in storage, which is a plus since my apartment is the size of a shoe box. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]