I have had an infrared grill for a few years now and I must be upfront at first i hesitated because it was more that I wanted to spend but I am so glad I did. This grill helped make so many family gatherings and parties better than ever and never before was I asked to grill at other peoples homes because of this grill. I have to say that I owe char broil a big thank you because so many family members and friends rave about how great everything that comes off this grill tastes