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Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) vs Camp Chef Gridiron 36
Which should you buy? Here's the honest call, 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 the deepest accessory support. The Camp Chef Gridiron 36 is the runner-up and the choice for anyone who hosts, thanks to its large, exceptionally even four-burner cooktop.
Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo)
Buy itThe most versatile all-rounder here, pairing a roomy two-zone cold-rolled steel top with a built-in air fryer drawer and the biggest accessory ecosystem in griddling.
- Roughly 470 square inches over two independently controlled burners (about 34,000 BTU) cooks for a family with room to spare
- Built-in air fryer drawer adds wings, fries, and reheats without a second appliance
- Cold-rolled steel seasons to a slick, dark nonstick surface and holds heat well for searing
- Rear grease drain, folding side shelves, cabinet storage, and casters make it easy to live with
- Cold-rolled steel needs seasoning and must be oiled and covered or it will rust
- Air fryer cavity adds cleaning and a slightly bulkier cabinet
- Two burners mean less total real estate than a four-burner if you cook for big groups
Camp Chef Gridiron 36
Buy itA large four-burner with a thick, even-heating cold-rolled steel plate and premium build for cooks who host and want fewer hot spots.
- Four independently controlled burners (about 48,000 BTU) across roughly 600 square inches for true crowd cooking
- Thick cold-rolled steel plate is praised in owner reports for even heat and fewer cold corners
- Solid, sturdy build with folding side shelves and built-in tool hooks
- Full-width grease trough and a hard lid for weather protection and storage
- Premium price and a large, heavy footprint that needs dedicated patio space
- Cold-rolled steel still needs seasoning and rust care like any bare-steel griddle
- Overkill for small households or anyone short on storage room
Side by side
| Blackstone 28-inch Griddle with Air Fryer (Airfryer Combo) | 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 |
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 cold-rolled steel top with a built-in air fryer drawer and the biggest accessory ecosystem in griddling. 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).