This is a very easy grill to use for steaks and hamburgers.  In the smokeless mode, the grill is tipped so that fats and grease run into an easy to clean plastic tray.  The grill plates go in the dishwasher.  I have never grilled before, but now hamburgers are a breeze for me.  Steaks can be grilled on one side at a time or both sides at once.  Love it.