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Gas BBQ trolley or portable: which format fits?

Updated: 16 October 2026

Choosing a gas BBQ trolley or portable model is a decision about space, lifting and fuel. A six-burner trolley can be 149 cm wide and 39 kg, while the compact models here range from about 10 to 15 kg. The smaller grill is easier to store, and it may use a different cylinder and only one cooking zone. The trolley brings workspace and separate burners, and it needs a permanent outdoor position. Compare the products in the [Taino gas barbecue comparison](/hub/grills-and-barbecues/taino-gas-barbecue). The Products Compared editorial team read the amazon.co.uk listings on 16 October 2026 and did not cook on these grills.

Choosing a gas BBQ trolley or portable model is a decision about space, lifting and fuel. A six-burner trolley can be 149 cm wide and 39 kg, while the compact models here range from about 10 to 15 kg.

Our top picks

CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Compact 2-burner

Best overall

CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Compact 2-burner
9.4/10about £119.99
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CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Original 4+1

Alternative

CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Original 4+1
9.0/10about £199.99
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George Foreman George Foreman GFSBBQ1 portable gas barbecue

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George Foreman George Foreman GFSBBQ1 portable gas barbecue
9.0/10about £125
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On this page
  1. 1.Choose a trolley for zones and workspace
  2. 2.Choose a portable for storage and transport
  3. 3.The cylinder can reverse your decision
  4. 4.The recommendation depends on one condition

Choose a trolley for zones and workspace

A trolley suits a measured position and several foods at different temperatures. Four main burners create direct and indirect zones, and a side burner can hold a pan off the grate. The CosmoGrill Original 4+1 is 126 cm wide and has a 1,952 cm² cooking-area field. It still needs a route through gates and storage doors. Both Pro Deluxe listings are 149 cm wide and 39 kg. The Emberr bullets say 141 x 52 x 107.5 cm at 30.5 kg, while another field describes a 45 cm cube. Do not plan around that smaller number. The Yamara is 140 cm wide and 48 kg. Measure the footprint, the lid clearance and the route before delivery. A side burner adds width and does not increase the main grate. The gas barbecue buying guide puts these features into the wider checking order.

Choose a portable for storage and transport

Portable covers several designs. The CosmoGrill Compact is a tabletop about 45 cm square and 10 kg, with two 2.2 kW burners. It needs a stable, heat-resistant surface. Its box line names a propane regulator and hose, and the pressure is not stated. The George Foreman GFSBBQ1 stands on fixed legs. It has one burner, a 1,850 cm² field and a UK hose listed. The bullet says 7.5 kg and the specification says 10 kg. Reviews praise quick heating and mention food sticking to the plate-style surface. The Onlyfire has folding legs and a carry handle, and it is still 15 kg at £229.99. Its included-components line does not list a regulator. The Char-Broil Grill2Go is 10.8 kg and uses a disposable 16.4 ounce propane cylinder sold separately, which matters if you already own a green patio-gas bottle.
CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Compact 2-burner

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CosmoGrill CosmoGrill Compact 2-burner
9.4/10about £119.99
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The cylinder can reverse your decision

A trolley does not automatically include patio gas. The Emberr lists a propane hose and regulator. The covered Pro Deluxe says a 37 mbar propane or 28 mbar butane connection is needed and not included. Original reviews also say the hose is absent. The trolley price is not always the ready-to-cook cost. The George Foreman names a UK hose, the Compact lists a propane kit without the pressure, and the Grill2Go calls for a disposable cylinder. A camping cartridge, a butane clip and a 27 mm patio-gas regulator are not interchangeable. The UK regulator guide explains 37 mbar patio gas, butane, red propane and cartridges.

The recommendation depends on one condition

Buy a trolley if you have a mostly permanent space and will use several heat zones. The Original 4+1 has 4.4 from 1,036 reviews, and its missing hose and long assembly stay part of that choice. The covered Pro Deluxe adds grate width and a cover, occupies 149 cm and still needs the correct regulator. Buy a portable if storage, boot space or lifting matters more than a side burner. The Compact is the tabletop top pick: the power fields agree at 4.4 kW, a propane hose is listed, and it has 4.6 from 121 reviews. The George Foreman is the best-value portable when one burner and fixed legs suit you. Neither replaces a six-burner trolley for a large gathering.

Common questions

Should I buy a trolley or portable gas barbecue?
Choose a trolley when you have permanent space and need several heat zones or a side burner. Choose a portable when storage, carrying or a smaller cooking job matters more. Check the fuel fitting separately, because compact models may use patio gas, another regulator or a disposable cartridge.
Will a six-burner fit a normal patio?
Measure rather than relying on a typical patio. The Pro Deluxe is listed at 149 cm wide, while the Emberr bullet says 141 cm. Allow room to open the lid, keep safe clearances and position the cylinder beside the barbecue. Also measure gates and the storage route.
Is a tabletop the same as a portable with fixed legs?
No. A tabletop model needs a suitable raised surface, while a fixed-leg model supplies its own standing height. Both can be movable, but stability, packed dimensions and weight differ. The Compact is tabletop. The George Foreman uses fixed legs.
Can I use a patio bottle on the Char-Broil?
The Grill2Go listing specifies a disposable 16.4 ounce propane cylinder sold separately. Do not attach a patio bottle unless Char-Broil approves the exact conversion kit for that model. Follow the manual rather than choosing an adaptor by appearance.
Can I use either format on a balcony?
Do not assume so. A balcony is outdoors, but leases, building management rules and fire-safety controls may prohibit barbecues. You also need manufacturer clearances and safe cylinder placement. Check the rules for your property before buying either format.
How heavy is too heavy to move?
That depends on the route and the person lifting. The distinction in this set is clear: compact models are roughly 10–15 kg, while the Pro Deluxe is 39 kg and the Yamara is 48 kg. Steps, gravel and narrow gates make even a wheeled trolley harder to move.

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Sources

Listing prices, star ratings and review counts are from the amazon.co.uk pages used for this comparison, checked on 16 October 2026. The Brando page had no GBP offer. The sources below cover UK gas pressure, outdoor fire safety and the type-test standard. EN 498:2012 does not certify these ASINs.

  1. Taino Brando 6+1, amazon.co.uk (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  2. Taino Brando 6+1 manual, model 93206 (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  3. GOV.UK: gas appliances enforcement, Great Britain (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  4. GOV.UK: fire safety outdoors (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  5. OPSS: gas types and supply pressures in the UK (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  6. Calor: barbecue gas safety (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  7. Liquid Gas UK: no indoor barbecues (retrieved 16 October 2026)
  8. EN 498:2012, outdoor LPG barbecue type-test (retrieved 16 October 2026)