Americana Lock 'N Go Electric Grill
- Electric Grill
- 176 sq in
- 1500 watts
- Electric
- More reviewed than 65%
A workable small electric grill for quick, simple cookouts, but pay attention to how the plug and element hold up beyond the first few uses.
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How it ranks among the 17 electric grills we track
4.0★ across 257 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
257 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Americana Lock 'N Go is a compact electric grill from Meco with 176 square inches of cooking space, a 1500W UL and cUL-listed heating element, and a stay-cool wooden handle built into the interlocking hood and bowl design. It's made in the USA from domestic and imported components and rated for outdoor use only.
- 176 sq in cooking space
- 1500W UL and cUL-listed element
- 18 in H x 19 in W x 17 in D assembled
- Made in USA with pedestal base
Who it's for
Suited to small-space or balcony grilling where propane and charcoal aren't practical. Not for anyone wanting adjustable rack height or a large cooking surface for bigger gatherings.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners like how quickly it cooks and how easy it is to clean, with several calling out good results on meat, fish and veggie burgers. The recurring gripes are a wing nut that's hard to screw on and off, a heating element that can wobble or sit loose, and no way to raise the grate to a second height; one owner reported the plug got very hot and melted after the third use, though they noted Americana's customer service was helpful. A couple of buyers also received units with dents or missing screws.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Heats up fast for quick cookouts
- Easy to wipe clean after use
- No propane or charcoal to manage
Performance notes
The 1500W element sits inside the bowl and heats directly under the grate, giving quick results for meat, fish and veggie burgers according to owners, with double-hood vents used to manage draft rather than an open flame.
Specifications
| Brand | Meco |
|---|---|
| Model | 2120.4.511 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 12 pounds |
| Item Dimensions | 20 × 21 × 16 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 17 × 19 × 18 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Power | 1.5 Kilowatts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Color | Red |
| Finish Types | Painted |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Grill |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 90 days |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 176 sq in |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Item Type Name | Grill |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Durability |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Cooking System | grill |
| Grill Configuration | with lid |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric grills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Americana Lock 'N Go Electric GrillThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 257 | 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 Grills 1500W Portable Electric Pedestal Grill with Thermostatic ControlGrills | 4.0 / 5 | 262 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Char-Broil 22652143 Edge Electric GrillCharbroil | 3.7 / 5 | 175 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Meco 2120.4.511
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much cooking space does the Americana Lock 'N Go have?
176 square inches.
Can the grate height be adjusted?
No, one owner noted there's no attachment to raise it to a second height.
What's the wattage of the heating element?
1500W, UL and cUL listed.