These 25 smoker and grill accessories are the prefect gift ideas for any BBQ lover. If you know someone who constantly smokes meat or is new to the world of BBQ, this is the ultimate meat smoker accessories gifts that won’t disappoint.
We’ve Made Our List and Checked it Twice
Below we feature our favorite grill master BBQ accessories that any smoking MeatGeek is sure to love. You’ll find affordable accessories starting at $20 to our favorite value smokers and grills. Handpicked by our team, these 25 BBQ products are collaborated from the winners of our many test reviews. From tools, addons, upgrades, accessories, to a new grill or smoker. Pass on buying the typical grilling kit with the cheap spatula, grill brush and those nonsensical corn on the cob holders. With our gift list you can create your own practical meat smoking kit, or just pick the accessory that will complement the way your MeatGeek cooks.
Meat Smoker Accessories
Fireboard 2 WI-FI Thermometer
Fireboard has taken the BBQ industry by storm. Starting out as a Kickstarer project in 2015 it has quickly proven itself as the #1 WiFi thermometer on the market.
Any barbecue enthusiast requires some type of thermometer they can monitor over their smart phone, and the Fireboard 2, is the best money can buy.
No longer do you have to sit around babysitting the grill. You are now free to mingle with your guest, go to the store or even leave the house for the day while smoking that delicious brisket. Complete with a mobile app you can monitor the internal temperature of your grill and meat all from your smart phone. And here’s the kicker, you can purchase an addon blower for this thermometer that will control the internal temperature of your grill. This means you are not only able to monitor the temperature of your food from your smart phone, but you can also control and manipulate the internal temperature of your grill or smoker. This grilling tool is atop of our gift list because any grill master’s arsenal would be incomplete without it.
Geekhom Silicone Gloves
They say if you can’t handle the heat get out of the kitchen. We say armor up, and besides we already took the whole kitchen outside. Outdoor grilling is all about flames and smoke and to literally handle that heat GEEKHOM has a great set of silicone gloves.
These gloves offer superior dexterity for handling hot food and equipment. Silicone, in addition to having great heat resistance, is food safe and cleans up easily. These gloves also have a cotton liner which makes them much easier to put on and take off when your hands may have become sweaty or sticky tending to your barbecue. When it comes to smoking meat like brisket, pork shoulder, or the Thanksgiving turkey these gloves are the best around, making them the best smoker accessory. Skip on those popular “bear claws” designed for shredding meat and pick up a pair of these gloves.
Gloves like this are a must have for avid barbecue cooking, check out our complete guide on gloves for comparisons and test results.
Mercer Culinary Granton Slicer
You’ve never owned a real knife until you get your hands on a Mercer Culinary Granton Edge Slicer. While this isn’t your typical smoker accessories, it’s a key tool that any BBQ lover should own.
This unique knife makes all other knives look like spoons. You can pay $300 for a high-end santoku and never get the cutting quality that is equal to the Mercer. It will be the best $20 you’ve ever spent in your life.
The Mercer slicer has a 14-inch Granton edge, which has shallow divets on the face. These divets keep the meat from sticking to the blade. Its razor-sharp edge is easy to maintain and will cut through anything with just the barest amount of pressure. This includes your fingers, so if you don’t want to be known as Nine-Fingered-Fred, then be careful. It has an ergonomic handle, textured finger grips, and is made out of the highest quality Japanese steel, which is resistant to stains, rust, and corrosion. When it comes to slicing that pork shoulder or brisket this tool is gift that will get the job done. See more about knives ideal for MeatGeeks here.
Master of the Grill
With so many cookbooks on the market this one reinvents them. From Cooks Illustrated, 400+ pages of grilling knowledge that only a science test lab could deliver. While all recipes have been developed with technical data and scientific method testing, they are all delivered in a way that’s easy for even a novice griller to understand; if you want to know how the recipe was perfected you can review the case study. Even a “Master of the Grill” can become a student of great tasting barbecue. Giving the grill gift of knowledge is always priceless. Which makes it a great gift for him.
“A terrifically accessible and useful guide to grilling in all its forms that sets a new bar for its competitors on the bookshelf.” –Publishers Weekly
ThermoPop
The ThermoPop is our favorite stocking stuffer and our value pick for the best instant read thermometer. It comes with a clever pen-like cover, that great for the BBQ nerd in all of us, that makes it easy and safe to store in your pocket.
Loaded with more features than you can shake a stick at, its super-fast, reading temperatures accurately in just 3 seconds. The rotating display lets you easily see the readout no matter the angle. It also has large backlit digits for the squinters.
The splash-proof design is fail-safe, my son threw mine in the pool, and it still works. Also, my son is up for adoption if you’re interested.
The battery lasts forever but can be easily replaced if needed. Finally, it’s compact, with a thin probe, which fits perfectly into any sized stocking. A must have grill accessory for any griller or just to have around the kitchen.
Only at ThermoWorks.com (don’t trust the cheap knockoffs sold on Amazon, Ebay, Walmart, etc.).
LOOFLIGHTER
Who doesn’t like flamethrowers? Ladies, who doesn’t like a hairdryer? Yup, this has both. A flame throwing hairdryer – maybe it’s not the best composition for a hairdryer, but to light a grill, awesome.
This is a practical barbeque tool but it’s also a fun gift. Starting coals in less than a minute or two, charcoal grilling just got convenient. This one doubles as a great smoker accessory or grill accessory alike. Never fight with starting your grill or smoker again with this sure fire charcoal starter. Only drawback, it has to be plugged in so don’t plan on taking it camping.
Slow N’ Sear for Kettle Grills
What makes this such a great grill accessory is because it can transform the everyday griller into a BBQ pitmaster. This is a great gift for grilling, but an even better gift for BBQ.
With this conversion kit you can transform a kettle (Weber) grill into a lean, mean, smoking machine. This will yield better smoked ribs, pork and brisket than most electric smokers and even some designed smokers such as char-grillers. But that’s not all, this device also makes indirect cooking a breeze, effectively searing steaks then allowing for a perfect cool zone for them to finish cooking. Did I mention it bakes effectively too? There’s not much the Slow ‘N Sear doesn’t do. This is like the infomercial product that actually does what it says it can do – it’s a must have for any grill master or for any one looking for gifts related to meat smokers. The Slow N’ Sear will work with most any style traditional grill.
KETTLEPIZZA
Who hates pizza? That’s right, nobody. We’re normally not one for grill modifications most of them are gimmicks. While pizza-stones are effective in making pizza on the grill (or oven), the KettlePizza works better to obtain a real firebrick oven crust. Not only is it effective in its functionality, there’s something about sliding the peel in and pulling out a perfect looking brick oven pizza.
A good homemade pizza is all about high fast high heat, nothing on the market does a better job using existing equipment.
This works with kettle style grills that are 18.5” or 25.5” (this covers all Webers and most other kettle style grills). Our second best gadget for homemade pizza is the Baker Stone; you may want to consider this if you’re unsure if the person you are shopping for owns a kettle grill.
Drum Barrel Smoker Gift (A.K.A. UDS)
The Pit Barrel Cooker Co. has developed a kit — to deliver to your doorstep — the most effective smoker money can buy for under $300; in fact, it took our top spot in our best smoker under $500. It includes everything you need to quickly throw together your own Ugly Drum Smoker (UDS). Okay okay, it’s cheating – if you want the step-by-step walkthrough of what goes into truly building your own UDS smoker you can see our walkthrough here. However, the Pit Barrel Cooker Co. has collaborated all the parts (including the barrel) so you can enjoy the fun of assembling a UDS and have the right to say, “I built it myself”, all without the need for chasing down the parts and breaking out the tools. The design of the UDS is perfect for maintaining consistent temperature for 8 to 10 hours without the need for babysitting – prepare for the prefect brisket! If the budget allows, this BBQ gift will yield great tasting BBQfor years to come.
There’s not a better gift on this list if you’re looking to see their face light up when they unwrap this bad boy.
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Meater+
Because grilling shouldn’t involve a ton of wires. Here’s a single thermometer probe that will monitor the temperature of the meat as well as the internal grill’s temperature – and report the data to your phone.
Meater’s application may be the best part. Complete with simple step-by-step menu options to select the type of meat your cooking, the specific cut and desired temperature; then the Estimator will go to work to estimate when dinner is done. Gone are the days of babysitting the grill.
For more details on range, application features, and performance of the Meater, you can check our complete testing and review of these types of wireless probes. This is certainly a grilling or BBQ gift that will get used time and time again.
Tel-Tru BBQ Thermometer
This is a perfect gift for anyone who relies on the bi-dial thermometer that came stock with a grill or smoker. Those stock bi-dial metal temperature gauges aren’t reliable. When it comes to meat smoking it is imperative to know what the internal ambient temperature is throughout the cooking session. Unlike grilling, smoking meat is best done low-and-slow, maintaining an ambient temperature of 225 – 250°F throughout. This heavy-duty, high-quality thermometer from Tel-Tru is made in the USA from durable stainless steel. It measures anywhere form 100-500°F with +/- 1-degree accuracy, making it top-of-the-line.
Smoking Gun
We’re all about the process of smoking food, but sometimes you just want simplicity with smoke flavor that tastes like you’ve slaved all day. Additionally, smoking drinks, ice cream, and other unorthodox foods requires no skill. So, while we take our smoking foods seriously we know sometimes it’s not possible. If you live in an apartment or area where you’re not able to own a smoker this is a game changer. This is certainly a gift that keeps on giving, and perfiect for that person who has everything. Lastly, this is about the most inexpensive device sold by PolyScience Culinary who is known for their commercial grade equipment.
Davy Crockett Pellet Smoker
Want to get into pellet grilling, but don’t want to pay the big bucks? The Davy Crockett Grill from Green Mountain Grills is a lean, mean grilling machine that works just as well as the big-name pellet grills you see on TV, at half the price. We did a complete review on this grill where we compare it to the more expensive well-known Traeger smoker. The pellet smoker is large enough for two racks of ribs or 6 large steaks, or a ton of burgers at once.
At 57 pounds, it’s not exactly extremely light, but remains portable enough to throw in the back of a truck for camping, tailgating or any other occasion that calls for BBQ. You can power it with either 12V or 120AC power, plugging it into both your regular outlet and your car’s cigarette lighter when on the go. The price is right for anyone looking to get started with a pellet grill.
Best of all, the Davy Crocket Grill includes a meat probe and Sense-Mate, which allows you to monitor and control the grill’s internal temperature, all from your phone.
Brazilian Steakhouse Steak Knife Set
The Professional Brazilian Steakhouse Knife Set is the perfect gift for anyone, not just BBQ lovers. There is something about a brawny, heavy-duty steak knife that completes a meal. These knives are made by a Brazilian company that originally crafted machetes for clearing out acres of jungle in South America. Each knife in this box set is made using pointed, temper-ground, serrated, high-carbon stainless steel blades; in other words, just like a machete, they will cut through any type of meat. Whether you are looking at a tender, tough, burnt, or raw piece of meat, you can rest assured that your steak knife can handle anything. They are easy to care for because they are dishwasher safe, and the blade is rust and stain-resistant. The hardwood handle is secured with 3 rivets for a stable bond. You are not going to find a better steak knife anywhere and the price is affordable to boot.
Ken Onion Knife Sharpener
Every wonder what the key is to perfectly cooked steakhouse meat? You might think you have a great knife sharpener, but you’re wrong. You won’t know how bad you have it until you try the Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener Ken Onion Edition.
This tool sharpener can make a razor-sharp edge out of anything. Literally, it is not just for kitchen knives. This badass sharpener will hone axes, gut hooks, and even mower blades. Need to cut down a tree, but all you have is a tent stake? Let this tool sharpener turn that stake into a crosscut saw. Misplaced your cleaver? Don’t worry, just grab your axe and sharpen it up. This electric sharpener has an angle guide that adjusts from 15 to 30 degrees, with just the turn of a knob. Or you can remove the guide to sharpen up your hatchet or tomahawk. If you’re looking to save a few bucks you can buy the standard model and skip on the Ken Onion Edition. This is not just a barbeque tool but a great gift for anyone who relies on tools with sharp edges.
Cast Iron Reversible Grill
Craving some perfectly seared steak but don’t feel like firing up the grill? Opt for cast iron, with its natural, even heat retention. This Lodge cast iron griddle has you covered. With a ribbed grill top on one side, a flat griddle on the other side, and pre-seasoned finish that improves with use, this bad boy can create crispy chicken and superior seared steaks right on your gas stove top, and then be put right into the oven to finish it off. Grill marks included. It works with more than just meat, too whipping up fluffy pancakes and home-style eggs to go with your bacon. This is a great gift idea for any enthusiast who enjoys the qualities of a good sear.
Weber Spirit II – Gas Grill
We stacked this bad boy side-by-side against 5 other top selling gas grills – the Weber Spirit was the #MeatGeek preferred winner.
Here’s what we learned throughout the process:
We had no problem getting a nice sear on steaks and burgers. Almost all the grills we reviewed were able to do this, some more evenly than others. Where the Weber Spirit excelled was in its ability to slow cook. Our racks of ribs came out tender and smoky. It’s sturdy design and quality materials make this a grill that will get the job done and stand the test of time.
The Weber Spirit II gas grill is designed with durable and solid cast aluminum, the lid is built of heavy duty steel. The vent on the back is comprised of just a single horizontal slit, verses multiple scattered vents.
As for all the “important” features, BTUs and the amount of burners, really aren’t much of a factor. When it comes to gas grills there’s no substitute for design and a cookbox made with heavy duty metal. Our winner, the Weber Spirit E-210 had among the least BTUs compared to the other grills we tested and only three burners. However, there were five heat bars (flavorizers) which proved to be key in distributing even heat and allowing for fat drippings to turn into luscious smoke flavors.
UPDATE 5/24/21: This grill has been marked down significantly due to the rollout of the Spirit II E-310. The Spirit II 310 maintains the same design features that caused us to select the 210 as our preferred grill priced under $500, however, the 310 features an additional burner, 75 extra square inches, and about 4,000 extra BTUs.
Portable Infrared Grill
If you haven’t tried infrared grilling, you’re missing out. This portable, compact griller uses TPU infrared technology to cook juicy meats and delicious grilled vegetables, without the flame and smoke that usually accompany such traditions. An infrared between the propane-powered flame and the grill grates creates smooth, radiant heat, cooking your food more evenly than regular open-flame grilling, and without the flareups, scorching flames and charred meat. And with way less cleanup.
Thus, it is opportune for camping, tailgating and parties, where tons of smoke and greasy messes may not be welcome, and where you probably don’t feel like lugging around a full-size grill, and cleaning up after it later.
The Char-Broil reaches 600 degrees and gets down to a light simmer with a turn of knob, has 200 square inches of cooking space, and weighs about 20 pounds. The hefty cast aluminum build and sturdy legs ensures you take it into the woods and (gently) toss it around the car without damaging your tailgating grill.
Bug-A-Salt
Here’s a funny grilling gift. But it’s not all fun and games – okay, it is; but it’s not just for the kids.
Salt + Gun = Dead Flies
The only problem is resisting the temptation to use it indoors – while you can, covering your house in salt may not go over so well with the Mrs. While it doesn’t work on bees or wasps, it works as advertised on flies and also other soft skeletal critters such as spiders and slugs. Flies have never been such a welcomed guest…and nothing draws flies like firing up the smoker – now you’ll be ready.
American Wagyu Black Grade Brisket
American Wagyu brisket is the cream of the crop when it comes to brisket. Many of us commoners have a love-hate relationship with brisket because of its tendency to dry out. But Wagyu defies this stereotype.
Wagyu means Japanese cow, and in Japan, these cows were originally used like oxen because of their strength and endurance. All that hard work created a genetic predisposition for intramuscular fat, or as we loving refer to it, marbling. In a Wagyu, you will find a marbling that is consistent and superior in quality. Usually with brisket, an abundant marbling is rare, but with American Wagyu, you will find a seductively delicious marbling – the sign of quality BBQ. The marble siren of Wagyu is the key to counteracting the dryness problem most of us face with traditional briskets.
Wagyu beef is, arguably, the best beef in the world. The high-quality marbling is something you just don’t get with other briskets, and its rich and luxurious flavor makes it worth every penny. Shipping not included.
John Boos Butcher Block w/ Pan
John Boos Co. is one of the pioneers (since 1887) of wooden kitchen tables and butcher blocks. This is the manliest of all cutting boards. 24” by 18” and 2” thick, designed of rock hard maple. Specially created to capture those savory juices and pour them back over the meat before serving; or use them to make a great pan sauce. Reversible to work as a traditional cutting board. Smaller sizes are available, all the way down to 15” x 14” inches. You won’t find a better cutting board. This model is also available without the catch tray if you’re looking to save a few bucks.
Anova Culinary Sous Vide Cooker
Every wonder what the key is to perfectly cooked steakhouse meat?
You don’t have to be a fancy French chef to try your hand at sous vide, because it’s easier to do than it is to pronounce. Sous vide is like a long luxurious bubble bath for your food. The result is tender, moist, and savory meat.
Soo veed (sous vide) is a cooking technique where you stuff a plastic bag full of meat, then place it in a pot of water. Then using a special heater, the water warms up to a set temperature. Next, the precision cooker regulates the water, maintaining a consistent temperature. Because the regulator ensures the water remains at the set temperature the meat never gets any hotter than the water. This means you will never overcook a pork chop again, it’s basically magic. This is our top luxurious gift idea because combining sous vide cooking with grilling is a match made in grill lovers heaven.
The magic wand you need for this technique is Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker. This device is perfect for the home chef, it is Bluetooth enabled and can be adjusted manually or with the Anova app. It also has an adjustable clamp so it can fit any pot. A practical gift for any grill enthusiast.
Home cooking just got awesome.
GrillGrate
Give the gift of perfect grilling with GrillGrates, the world’s greatest grilling surface. What makes GrillGrates the best in the world? Hard anodized aluminum, raised rails, and interlocking panels. Its patented design helps reduce flare-ups while transforming juice drippings into delicious smoke. Because the raised aluminum rails absorb and radiate heat evenly it helps to eliminating temperature spotting. The only downside (and why this grill accessory is not ranked hire on our list), they are a little pricy as you have to purchase more than one to cover an entire grill surface.
The raised rails will also give you those restaurant-quality sear marks while transforming drippings into tasty and delicious smoke. They can be used on top of your existing grate. Although they are amazing on any grill, they also work perfectly as a replacement for traditional grill grates that are rusted out or ruined making them more than just a grilling tool. Because of the efficacy of which these grate conduct heat, you’ll need to pay a little more attention to the temperature of your grill. The aluminum cast grates can run as much as 150 degrees hotter than the air in the hood, so keep that in mind when you start using these glorious grilling accessories.
Ooni Fyra 12 Pizza Oven
Bring out the artisan in you with this easy to use wood fired pizza oven. Actual wood pellets crank this unit well over 900 degrees in about 15 minutes. That’s enough heat to cook a classic thin crust in as little as 60 seconds. Even better, you can take this jewel on the road with you. At less than 25 pounds the Ooni is designed for easy break down, set up, and travel.
All that and it looks good too. The sleek design will enhance any outdoor kitchen…which will no longer matter once you taste the quality of pizza you can make right there at home. Bring out the pizza chef in anyone and make your pies exactly the way you like them.
Weber Grill Pan
The folks at Weber really do know their stuff when it comes to barbecue. This item from their stable is here to make you and your food look good on the grill for an affordable price. For any delicate foods or vegetables this is the game changer every outdoor cook needs. Stainless steel for ease of cleaning and heat retention, this pan also has great slits to let the smoke flavors permeate throughout your food.
No more asparagus falling through the grill or salmon and chicken sticking to the grill grates. You can even take the whole pan of barbecued delights right to the kitchen for easy serving. A worker is only as good as his tools, and this tool will help up your grilling game making it a great gift for anyone with a grill.