Pontoon Boat Grills Buyer’s Guide

Pontoon boats are just about perfect for a family day on the water, but one of these pontoon boat grills can make the experience even better.

If it’s warm, sunny and the fishing is good, then all that is needed is a barbeque grill to complete a great day on the water. Our Pontoon Boat Grills Buyer’s Guide is here to help you make the right decision so you can get grilling on your boat in no time.

While some might want to make do with any old grill, the best way to ensure safety on the boat while out on the water is to look at the range of pontoon boat grills that have been designed especially for the job.

Like any regular kind of grill, pontoon boat grills needs to keep the fire going and distribute the heat evenly. But when out on the water there are particular needs and conditions and you’d be wise to pick up a grill made from materials that do not rust and corrode, can cope with windy conditions and attach easily to the boat.

There are a wide variety of pontoon boat grills now on the market, including gas models and those that use more traditional charcoal and they also come in a variety of shapes and sizes from flat tops to kettle shapes. Some grills can also be used on land, offering even more versatility.

Springfield Deluxe Propane Grill

Versatility and grilling space is a must and the Springfield Deluxe Propane Grill is described as having it all. With 190 square inches of cooking space, this pontoon boat grill can cater for a good number of hungry people. On top of this the lid can double as a griddle.

So whether it is grilled fish fresh from the catch, sausages or hamburgers, this pontoon boat grill has space and can even be used for cooking breakfast foods like bacon and eggs. Although this model has a traditional pedestal mount, the lid can be removed and used elsewhere.

The other great design feature of this particular grill is that is easy to set up and the pedestal mount means that it can be installed anywhere on the deck while the size means that it does not take up unnecessary room on the boat. Overall, it is compact and easy to move around with a lot of cooking surface for its size.

Shop for a Springfield Deluxe Propane Grill here.

Kuman Snow N Go 316 Elite Gas Grill

If you really want to push the boat out then the Kuman Stow N Go 316 elite gas grill is the prestige grill option with a whopping 316 square inches of cooking surface made from stainless steel.

This particular ‘king’ of pontoon boat grills has improved airflow which prevents blowouts, includes a warming rack, has a built in thermometer and igniter and has integral folding legs, which means that it can also be used as a table top grill. It is one of the most luxurious models available and is described as being easy to clean.

Shop for a Kuman Stow N Go 316 Elite Grill here.

Magma Marine Kettle Grill

But if space is important then there are smaller pontoon boat grills that are super stylish, such as the Magma Marine kettle grill. It is a stainless steel grill that has been praised for being able to evenly distribute heat across its 133 square inches of cooking surface.

This particular model is also described as being easy to clean and designed to be rust resistant and it comes with a draft door that helps to control the temperature. It is also described as being easy to clean with a ‘grease catch pan’.

One of the added features of the design of this grill is that is has a stay-cool handle, the hinged lid cannot slam shut and the control valve is designed so that it eliminates blow outs. Also, before lighting, the bowl and lid can be rotated to act as a windshield in windy conditions.

But it does not come with a traditional pedestal mount; to attach it on safely you need to buy rail mounts which are sold separately.

Shop for a Magma Marine Kettle Grill here.

Springfield Grill with Pedestal

For some boat users security is paramount and they may prefer a pedestal-mounted grill and for the mid-priced market the Springfield Grill with Pedestal is regarded as a well-rounded option with it new thread-lock mounting post attracting attention as it need no holes to be cut into the floor. Indeed, the two-piece post locks easily into place.

This model comes with an aluminium grill that is also easily removed for use as a table top grill. It features an aluminized thermal plate, and a built-in regulator and is designed to for a one pound propane cylinder.

This mid-sized grill has a 170 square inch cooking area, and 110 square inch griddle on top.

Shop for a Springfield Grill with Pedestal here.

Cusinart CGG-180T

If shopping for pontoon boat grills that will only be used on the water does not appeal to you, there are plenty that have multiple functions. One is the Cusinart CGG-180T gourmet pontoon boat grill which can be used for all type of outdoor grilling.

While purists might think this is not designed for boats, this gas model can indeed be used as a pontoon boat grill as it has a stainless steel burner and an integrated lid lock that keeps the lid secure.

The grill has been designed to sit easily on table tops but it can also cope with more challenging conditions on the water as there are a number of bracket sets available to attach it to the rails of your pontoon boat and it is described as being able to withstand strong winds.

It has a 145-square-inch grilling area which the manufacture describes as being able to cope with cooking eight burgers, eight steaks, six to 10 chicken breasts and four pounds of fish. It is also described as being very durable, cooking evenly and effectively and heating up quickly.

Shop for a Cusinart CGG-180T here.

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