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Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) vs Camp Chef Gridiron 36
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Outdoor Gas Griddles: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
The Blackstone 28-inch with Air Fryer is the most versatile pick for most homes, blending searing power, an air fryer, and wide accessory support. The Camp Chef Gridiron 36 is the runner-up and the choice for anyone who hosts, thanks to its large four-burner cooktop.
Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo)
Buy itThe most versatile all-rounder here, pairing a roomy two-zone griddle top with a built-in air fryer drawer and wide accessory support.
- A 28-inch griddle top that Blackstone says can cook 25 burgers or 15 pancakes at once
- Built-in 4-quart air fryer drawer (plus a 4-quart warming drawer) adds fries and nuggets without a second appliance
- Flat-top steel griddle that owners season for searing
- Owners report easy-to-find covers, hoods, and accessories
- Bare steel needs seasoning and must be oiled and covered or it can rust
- Air fryer cavity adds cleaning and a slightly bulkier cabinet
- Maker's page shows it backordered, so stock may be limited
Camp Chef Gridiron 36
Buy itA large four-burner on wheels with foldable side shelves for cooks who host.
- Four control knobs for separate heat zones, so you can sear on one side and hold warm on the other
- Foldable side shelves and wheels
- Grease trough included for easier cleanup
- Owner reports praise its build and heat evenness
- Premium price and a large, heavy footprint that needs dedicated patio space
- Bare steel needs seasoning and rust care
- Camp Chef lists it as available only through local dealers and sold out online
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) Our pick | Camp Chef Gridiron 36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Most households that want one do-everything griddle with searing power, air-frying, and the easiest path to accessories. | Entertainers and big families who want maximum, evenly heated cooking area and a step up in build quality. |
| Price tier | $$ · mid-range | $$$ · premium |
| Cooking area & size | 28-inch top, mid-size | Large 4-burner |
| Burners, BTU & zones | Not published on maker page | 4 knobs, BTU not published |
| Cooktop steel & seasoning | Steel griddle top, season and cover it | Steel griddle top, season and cover it |
| Grease management | Grease drain | Grease trough |
| Lid, tables & storage | Cabinet + air fryer and warming drawers | Foldable side shelves |
| Portability | Cart, not carry-portable | On wheels, 134 lb |
| Ignition | Not published on maker page | Not published on maker page |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) if
most households that want one do-everything griddle with searing power, air-frying, and the easiest path to accessories.
Know before buying: bare steel needs seasoning and must be oiled and covered or it can rust.
Pick the Camp Chef Gridiron 36 if
entertainers and big families who want maximum, evenly heated cooking area and a step up in build quality.
Know before buying: premium price and a large, heavy footprint that needs dedicated patio space.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) - The most versatile all-rounder here, pairing a roomy two-zone griddle top with a built-in air fryer drawer and wide accessory support. Choose the Camp Chef Gridiron 36 instead if entertainers and big families who want maximum, evenly heated cooking area and a step up in build quality.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Outdoor Gas Griddles: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).