Americana Grills 1500W Portable Electric Pedestal Grill with Thermostatic Control
- Electric Grill
- 164 sq in
- 1500 watts
- Electric
- More reviewed than 71%
A long-running compact electric grill that cooks well by longtime owners' account, though recent units have had quality control issues worth checking for on arrival.
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How it ranks among the 17 electric grills we track
4.0★ across 262 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
262 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 1500 watt portable electric pedestal grill with 164 square inches of cooking space, thermostatic temperature control and a rear grease cup, built for picnics, camping, tailgating or patio use at 15 lbs.
- 1500 watt element with thermostatic control
- 164 sq in cooking surface
- 24.5 x 15 x 13.75 in, 15 lbs
- Rear grease cup for drippings
Who it's for
Apartment or condo dwellers barred from gas or charcoal grills who want a compact electric alternative small enough for a car trunk; less suited to anyone wanting a low-maintenance appliance.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviews split between longtime owners who say the grill cooks well for years if you clean it after every use and spray the reflector pan, and more recent buyers who report shipping damage, missing or broken hardware, a warped reflector plate, grease leaking past the grease cup, and in one case the grill failing entirely after two uses.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Units have arrived with missing or broken hardware
- Interior reflector pan can warp against the heating element
- One unit stopped working entirely after two uses
Performance notes
The 1500 watt element under thermostatic control heats the 164 sq in surface, and longtime owners describe a routine of spraying the interior and reflector pan, cooking, then cleaning with an SOS pad afterward to keep it performing well over years. The rear grease cup catches drippings, though one reviewer found grease also escapes along a separate path onto the table.
Specifications
| Brand | Grills |
|---|---|
| Model | 9210.4.181 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 14.8 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13 × 19 × 59 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Power | 1.5 Kilowatts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Number of Power Levels | 2 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Satin Black |
| Finish Types | Painted |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Tabletop |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Grill |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 90 days |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 164 sq in |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Item Type Name | Grill |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Electric |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Cooking System | Electric |
| Grill Configuration | Standard grill plate/grate |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Primary Cooking Method | Grilling |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric grills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Americana Grills 1500W Portable Electric Pedestal Grill with Thermostatic ControlThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 262 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EMG6505G 12" Smokeless Indoor Electric BBQ Grill with Glass Lid Dishwasher…Elite Gourmet | 4.5 / 5 | 12,747 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Weber Q1400 Electric Grill | 4.6 / 5 | 1,657 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Americana Lock 'N Go Electric GrillMeco | 4.0 / 5 | 257 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Char-Broil 22652143 Edge Electric GrillCharbroil | 3.7 / 5 | 175 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Grills 9210.4.181
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Americana 9210 grill good for apartment balconies where gas grills are banned?
Yes, multiple reviewers bought it specifically because gas and charcoal grills were banned in their building and report it performs well as an electric substitute.
How much maintenance does the Americana 9210 grill need?
Longtime owners describe cleaning it after every use, spraying the interior and reflector pan and covering with foil to keep it working well over years.
Have buyers had quality problems with the Americana 9210?
Some recent reviews report missing screws or nuts, a warped reflector pan, or a unit that stopped working after two uses, alongside other buyers who've used the same model for years without issue.