I’ve been cooking on the cheapest grills I could get my hands on for years. Experiencing varying levels of success along the way. The inconsistent heat, grease drip, and overall life expectancy of said grills gave birth to nothing less than frustration. 1 month in with the Blackstone and I stay hard! Consistent, happily does what you ask of it, reliable! The Blackstone does it all, might even ask it to watch my kids for date night next week! Cheers