Kendane Barrel Charcoal Grill with offset smoker
- Charcoal Grill
- Charcoal
- 1
- Black
The size and offset firebox make it a useful budget grill, but the spread of assembly and part-quality complaints means it is worth inspecting every piece before finishing setup.
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How it ranks among the 22 charcoal grills we track
3.9★ across 47 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
47 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
550+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 22 charcoal grills we track - how the scorecard works · full charcoal grills data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Kendane's barrel-style charcoal grill pairs a 550 sq in cooking area with an offset firebox, porcelain-enameled grates and a chrome-plated warming rack, on two wheels with a front shelf for prep space.
- 550 sq in cooking area, fits about 18 burgers
- Offset firebox for a second cooking zone
- 4-level adjustable charcoal pan with lid thermometer
- Two wheels plus front and bottom shelves
Who it's for
Fits a budget-minded buyer who wants a compact charcoal grill with side-firebox flexibility and does not mind inspecting parts closely on arrival. Less suited to anyone who wants trouble-free assembly out of the box or a grill that matches its listing photos in size.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviews split fairly sharply. Owners who had a smooth build like the compact barrel shape and appreciate grilling from a seated position, saying it performs the same as a larger conventional grill. But a notable share report real defects on arrival or after assembly: a cracked upper grill section, a handle that came defective, a side firebox lid that will not close fully, and one unit missing an ash pan entirely. A couple of buyers also felt the grill looked smaller in person than in the listing photos, and customer service contact did not work for at least one reviewer.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 550 sq in main grate fits up to 18 burgers
- Offset firebox adds a second cooking zone
- Two wheels and a side handle for repositioning
- Lower barrel height suits grilling from a seated position
- Multiple reports of assembly defects: cracked grill section, bad handle, ill-fitting firebox lid
- Does not include an ash pan
- Some buyers found it smaller than the listing photos suggest
Performance notes
The 4-level height-adjustable charcoal pan and lid-mounted thermometer are the main heat controls, with an adjustable chimney helping regulate airflow. The side firebox gives a second, smaller cooking zone for warming or sauces, separate from the main 550 sq in grate. Porcelain-enameled grates and the chrome warming rack are built to resist rust and clean up easily once the grill is running.
Specifications
| Brand | Kendane |
|---|---|
| Model | CA-86 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 36 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 22 × 41 × 40 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | User Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in charcoal grills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendane Barrel Charcoal Grill with offset smokerThis product | 3.9 / 5 | 47 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Royal Gourmet CC1830S BBQ Charcoal Grill and Offset SmokerRoyal Gourmet | 4.3 / 5 | 7,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill | 4.8 / 5 | 10,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Char-Griller® AKORN® Jr. Portable Kamado Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cast Iron Grates…Char-Griller | 4.6 / 5 | 3,800 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Captiva Designs Extra Large Charcoal BBQ Grill with Oversize Cooking AreaCaptiva Designs | 4.4 / 5 | 632 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Kendane CA-86
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How big is the cooking area on the Kendane barrel grill?
The main grate is 550 sq in, which the maker says fits up to 18 burgers at once.
Does it come with an ash pan?
No, at least one reviewer reports the unit did not include an ash pan.
Is assembly reliable?
Reports are mixed: some owners found it straightforward, while others describe defective handles, a cracked upper grill section or a firebox lid that would not fully close.