Thanks for the review Trevor!! Very simple and effective comparison 👍🏻👍🏻

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback!

Love the videos. These grills make me drool, maybe one day.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Great job I am in the market for a luxury grill and you have made it easy answered all my questions 👍

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

we just released a 2022 video of this as well

Enjoy all of your videos Trevor, this one no exception. Recently watched your review of Summerset and AMG's Muscle Grill for which you were super enthusiastic about, so wondering why it didn't make the top 5 cut? Thanks for sharing all of this stuff!

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

its a great grill, its a bit pricey though and I think the ones in this video are more refined and just perform a touch above the AMG

I had no idea that Hestan made an outdoor grill, but they are well-known for commercial and commercial/residential indoor ranges. It looks absolutely stunning and probably cooks as well as it looks.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they do

I love this guy. Great reviewer. Thanks champ.

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

Great Video! I'm partial to TEC IR grills myself 😊

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you for the review - Hestan it is! Gotta go with the best!

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Let us know if you want to order one from us!

Great video...gonna start saving up!🙂

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Great video. Would love to see reviews, comparison on pizza ovens. Looking for countertop version for my outdoor kitchen.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea!! We will put that down on our video list! Thanks for watching and supporting the videos!

I really struggled to decide between the Lynx Professional and the Hestan when I bought two summers ago. I ended up going with the 36" Hestan on the pull-cart with the side-burners. It is truly outstanding and I have no regrets.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the feedback

@jimgeagea

3 жыл бұрын

The ceramic brickets on the Hestan are too Far apart. How does that work for heat distribution?

@sfdwilly

2 жыл бұрын

How did you make the decision? I’m in the same boat right now and there just isn’t a ton of info out there on the Hestans.

@mcgilcol

2 жыл бұрын

@@sfdwilly The feature set of the Hestan was the clincher for me: rear burner that also can be used as a broiler; hood that can be left open in any position; flippable sear grate/ceramic briquettes; flippable heavy duty grills; built-in storage for warming rack and rotisserie rod. The only thing the Lynx had that the Hestan didn't was the liquid hood handle and the ceramic burners , which at the time didn't have a durability track record, so I was a little nervous about those.

Nice review!

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Coiled Flat Spring is the one that looks round. An extension spring is used on Lynx hood.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

cool

Thanks for this review! In trying to cook “restaurant quality” steaks at very high heat (+1000F), how do you compare these models, and especially the lynx versus hestan?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

I personally like Hestan, but both are great

Hello EF&OL. Great videos. I'm curious why the Twin Eagles Eagle One did not make the cut.

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

I've asked to work with them like 20-30 times, they have basically no interest in working with us for whatever reason

Need advice: For 36" models, which do you think is better - Lynx with all trident or Hestan with all trellis (so not to lose grilling real estate with one sear burner)? Can the trellis burners reach searing temps? Love the videos!

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

yes the trellis can reach searing temp. However it won't replace infrared. So I would recommend either lynx all trident or the hestan with at least 1 infrared burner. Let us know, and we can help you with your purchase if you want

Awesome grills for sure! Makes me wonder what are your thoughts on Hamrforge products since we are dreaming ...

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta check it out

Great video. What’s your opinion on the hybrid American Made Grill? Is it superior or inferior to a Hestan?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

personally I think the hestan is more functional and more refined, and the burners are better

Great video and videos in general. I notice this has the trellis stainless burners vs the Lynx having the all ceramic burners. It seems like the all ceramic burners would be a win for both heat management and long term durability (lack of corrosion etc) though you seem to like the Hestan better? Do you prefer it's burners over the all ceramic ones on the Lynx or is it that all the other features just add up to more?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

a little bit of both, with the hestan burners being 321 stainless there won't ever be a problem either.

Another great video. Looking for some advice. I’m strongly considering the Alfresco grill. But would really love to get the Hestan after seeing your reviews. My biggest draw to the Hestan is the reversible ceramic briquettes and grills for cleaning but the price tag is the limiting factor. I know I’ll find it annoying to have to have an extra step of flipping the briquettes to clean them on other grills. But having trouble justifying the price difference. I’m in Canada. I can get a Alfresco 42” for $9.8k. The Hestan Jumps to $13k. Considered the Lynx but it’s $12k at that point might as well get the Hestan. So started considering the Aspire ($7.5k) as an option given the reversible briquettes. But not sure if that’s too big of a step down from the Alfresco and rest of the luxury category? Would love your opinion about Aspire vs Alfresco or whether the big dog Hestan is just really worth splurging for? Thanks!

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

well it depends on how long your gonna keep your grill, and how much you use it, etc. Give us a ring and ask for me, tell them I responded to your comment, and we can chat about it!

@DrNovakovic

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving Thanks a lot, I really appreciate that. Given it’s the weekend now, I’ll give you a call on Monday or Tuesday. Thanks again.

@aaronolsen8787

3 ай бұрын

​@DrNovakovic which grill did you end up going with and how do you like it?

No mention of Kalamazoo which I'm considering, are these considered better? Or "Twin Eagle"?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah sorry about that!! We still need to get our hands on a Kalamazoo grill! They are beautiful! Just need to get hands on with one!

Have you ever seen or tried a Kalamazoo Grill? I looked online and wonder if they’re as good as they look.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

yes we would love to get our hands on one

Where is Kalamazoo? How about Wolf? I have 2 Wolfs and they treat me right but great video

@embersliving

2 ай бұрын

We just released a bunch of Kalamazoo videos

Awesome review Trevor!! I own the exact Alfresco model that you featured in this video and I love it but, the Hestan does beat it on all the points that you listed however, I wouldn't call the Hestan grill the best in the world since there is a grill that, in my opinion, beats the Hestan for the tidal of the "best grill in the world" but, it's the price of a medium range car (well out of my price range).. Everybody has their opinion but, I feel that the Kalamazoo K1000HS Freestanding hybrid grill has earned the title of "best grill in the world" and not because it's ridiculously over priced, but because it's a game changing grill that I wish I could justify buying.

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

We have been trying to get ahold of one.

What are your thoughts on the Klamooze 750 hybrid?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta get my hands on one still

They look so good! Grills I insipid to talk my wife into buying in about 10 years 😅.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Hahah nice grills not os nice price tags

@nathanevers1148

3 жыл бұрын

You don’t ask they wife. Just tell her your sick of buying grills every five years and you need an all stainless grill. Then buy it!

@craigs831

3 жыл бұрын

@@nathanevers1148 lol, I did that last year when I upgraded from $200 big box store junk to a $1200 napoleon prestige. Now if just one year later, I order a $5000+ dream machine, I'd be dead. 😅

What are your thoughts on the Blaze pro vs the Bull Diablo elite?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

blaze pro all day, and we have great specials on it right now

What about the aspire by hestan? Could that be one of the top 5 premium grill if so where would it fall on that list ?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we are waiting to get our hands on one to review

@centralparkfitness

2 жыл бұрын

Aspire is TRASH compared to Mack daddy Hestan! Seriously, it's nice but definitely nowhere near LUXURY. It could.be a contender in the premium category

I'll still take my Lynx Pro 54. Hestan is nice, but I decided Lynx was for me.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Ohh yeah the Lynx will get the job done for sure!! No doubt about it. Thanks for watching.

I luv my weber kettle

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

so we just got the retro weber kettles in. We're going to shoot a video on it soon

What do you think about Wolf? or the Bull Diablo elite?

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

wolf is just a private label grill that wolf labels so they can match their indoor stuff. Diablo elite isnt a. bad grill, but I would not put it in the luxury line up. all of our luxury models are American made

What’s the best 25-28” gas grill for the money.

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

you should watch our updated video of this

What about a TEC infrared grill?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we have reviews on those, they aren't bad, but not quite in the luxury category

TEC is full infrared grills with temperature control down to 300 and up to 900.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that sounds great! We will have to check them out! Thanks for the comment!

@ljconole7470

3 жыл бұрын

They invented infrared. Their new patented glass infrared system is far superior in searing than anyone else's technology. They all use tec's old perforated ceramic design which has flaws. The biggest flaw is that when it gets wet with grease or rain or marinade, it creates a huge temperature swing on the delicate ceramic and the perforations crack. This creates uneven pressure on the ceramic and creates hot spots and cold spots. The eventual issue with enough cracks is full burner flame out where there's too much leakage and the burner flames itself out when it lights. TEC identified this flaw in their design and has moved to a glass design where it's 100% infrared heat doing the cooking. The ceramic design introduces convective cooking which dries the food out. TEC has had some issues with glass cracking but I think they have it sorted out now. TEC can turn the heat down to 200 degrees and is the most even cooking grill you can buy. Also extremely well made. My old TEC lasted 21 years before I upgraded to the new style and it still worked, although it did get new burners at 16 years old due to the previous cracking flaw I mentioned.

@scottwagner8232

Жыл бұрын

I have an older TEC w the glass panels and it’s amazing. Heat is ridiculous and the glass panels protect the infrared burners. The only downside is you can’t get the flame-seared char on meat…if your in to that.

What category would you rank Cal Flame grills?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

premium not luxury but they are nice

@cantoncardcollector1512

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving Thank you

So I have about $5000 to spend on a freestanding grill. Which has the best and most bang for that price?

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

Great question! Depends on what kind of features you want. It may be easier to give us a call!

Is there a way to review longterm users of the Hestan product? There seems to be a lot of videos of their product but there doesn't seem to be a "real life" review. Everyone says they love it and they cook great, but what's so great about it vs another make. I've found your reviews the most neutral and unbiased.

@nathanevers1148

3 жыл бұрын

Agree. I’m don’t need to look at the brand new grill. I want to know how it cooks. Flare ups. How hot does that top burner get? How even does it cook.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

make sure to subscribe, I am currently building an hestan outdoor kitchen at my house, with lots of real time cook videos to come!

@toddbraden1752

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving Seen some reviews of Hestan about flare ups and the grates very hard too clean, I’m looking at the DCS for comparison- Thoughts?

@gordonlee7027

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving Did you ever finish that outdoor kitchen? Which Hestan did you put in, and assuming it's up and running now, what are your "real user" comments? Thanks for any candid feedback you can provide since reviews are hard to find. Thanks!

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

@@gordonlee7027 All the equipment is in we just have to put it together probably close to spring.

Which one is best for steaks (searing etc)

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

hestan, but they are all good

@srt8turboawdjeep146

Жыл бұрын

@@embersliving so, better than the trident burners? good to know

So many comments on "where is Kalamazoo"? And, it's a fair question, but I wonder how many of you have actually cooked on one? I spent two weeks cooking with a brand new K'azoo last summer. Had the wood/charcoal tray and based on the model, the list price was $20-25,000. Not sure what the owner paid but assume it was in that range. And yes, it was an incredible grill. The best. A tank. It's for the person who just says "I want the best", and that's what the owner did. But is it worth two-to-three times what these others cost? Make better food? Last three times as long? Not to me. The wood/charcoal tray is nice, but since it's a gasser and by necessity permanently well-ventilated, the limited temperature control when burning wood/charcoal greatly restricts what you can do with this fuel source.

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

I would agree with that

While $8,000+ isn't the end of the world .. that Lynx at what $1,000 less has that very interesting superior infrared temperature control burner. I cook steaks primarily on a gas grill. Otherwise I'm into a smoker. There's no such thing as a one grill catch-all.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

good point also

I was surprised not to see a Kalamazoo grille on this list

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We are working on one

@AC-hv6md

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving how do you rate the Kalamazoo against the Hestan?

@AC-hv6md

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving do you sell online?

No dcs series 9?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we are working on it with them

I clean, repair, and replace all of these contracted under Bar-B-Clean San Diego.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the feedback

@johndigregorio7128

3 жыл бұрын

In your opinion from previous work. What mostly do you see coming back for replacement or repair and generally any major complaints?

What about Kalamazoo grills?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

we have a newer video explaining it, check it out!

what about coyote or napoleon?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

they are in our premium and quality video, they dont quite qualify for our luxury category

Flat style grates are laser cut, or possibly water jet.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

good to know

Where does eagle one stand here?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

its nice, but more gimmicky then functional. for example the cooking grates are laughably large to the point of overkill

Quibble: Firemagic is an E burner, not H.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

so sorry

Where would the Twin Eagles - Eagle One fall into this lineup?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

eagle one is pretty good, I would say #6

@mattschlotzhauer5992

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving I would caution those looking at Twin Eagles. At least from my experience with our 42" freestanding w/dual side burners. Over the last 10 years of use: Infrared burner crapped out and had to be replaced, now on the 3rd thermometer first two both quit completely, tray holding the ceramic briquettes disintegrated and had to be replaced, wire harness for blue led lights became defective and had to be replaced, flame starter hoods rusted out and were replaces, bolt & nut holding the rotisserie bracket on rusted through and were replaced, cart door hinges rusted to the point they had to be replaced. BTW: the grill has religiously been covered when not in use. Latest word is the company has been purchased so who knows what will happen. Regardless, my single experience with their lack of quality in a $7,500 grill hasn't been good, ergo the caution statement for anyone considering buying from Twin Eagles.

Would you think maybe the Kalamazoo might give Hestan a run for the “ Best “ grill on the Planet?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it might. We're trying to get our hands on one for a versus video.

@scottwagner8232

Жыл бұрын

The Kalamazoo also gives you the option of charcoal and wood/smoking while having luxury quality. I’d love to see your versus vid. However, I don’t think they have lights as they claim their internal temps are too high???

Kalamazoo shall be the top 1 brand for grill.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Man never heard of these guys until now!! Hopefully we can get one of these in to review! Thank you!

@shanew7361

3 жыл бұрын

If you have the money lol stupid pricing

@xiaorui1978

3 жыл бұрын

@@shanew7361 I am wondering does Kalamazoo really worth more than $20k? Embers shall review it one day😀

@shanew7361

3 жыл бұрын

@@xiaorui1978 No, they say stupid rich for a reason 🤣

@matthewbono3273

3 жыл бұрын

I was just looking in the comments to see if Anyone mentioned Kalamazoo. I'd love to see a review And comparison on one of those, especially the hybrid feature. I liked the flat cooking grate idea too.

Where's the bread comparison?

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we dont have it on every review

No Kalamazoo? No "luxury grill" list is complete without them, imo!

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome thanks for letting us know!! Of course thank you for watching!

@retropfilc

3 жыл бұрын

Kalamazoo doesn't go through dealers anymore. And it's also double the price of all the other ones on this list, and has longer lead times.

Guys where is Kalamazoo - this is number 1!

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We can't get one we've been trying!

@Tomasz2488

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving make sense. You are excused ;-)

Kalamazoo!

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We are trying!

This list is total bullshit without the Kalamazoo Hybrid. Hands down the top gucci grill coming in at $23k

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We're trying to get ahold of one

@scooter5940

Жыл бұрын

Have you cooked on one? You are calling bullshit on Ferrari because it's not Bugatti. I was lucky enough to spend a couple of weeks at a house on one of the Finger Lakes in June with a new K750HB, starting at $23,000. It is a phenomenal grill, heavy duty, powerful burners, etc. etc. just like the others in this video. The "duel fuel" drawer is interesting. I used it with both charcoal and wood sticks in there to add some flavor to food, and it's a nice feature and does a good job, better than a smoker box. But at its core it's still a gas grill, which means that for safety it has a lot of vents. Although it has a damper on the hood, you can't control the air intake, and hence the temperature with wood or charcoal, as well as you can with a dedicated charcoal grill. You could not do a low and slow smoke on it. Bottom line? If you want the absolute best, it's hard to argue against Kalamazoo, although as far as its core function as a gas grill. it's kind of splitting hairs with the top couple of these other brands. But it's also hard to dispute that for the price of a Kalamazoo, you could buy any other luxury gas grill, with coin left over to buy a helluva nice charcoal grill, and a fine charcoal or pellet smoker - plus a half dozen Wagyu ribeye steaks and a magnum of nice Bordeaux. In my view, Kalamazoo is for the guy that wants the best of the best and cost be damned - it's a teeny-tiny slice of even the luxury grill market.

This matchin avelabal in India

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

I am not sure

The camera guy let you stand with the sun behind you?? 🤷🏻‍♂️

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Hahah can't move the grills all over the shop... Thanks though bud!

@mattschlotzhauer5992

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving This is what lighting is used for...

how much

@ChuckBeefOG

3 жыл бұрын

If you have to ask, you can’t afford it.

@dknowles60

3 жыл бұрын

@@ChuckBeefOG wrong. Sam walton was once very rich. He always ask about the Price. most People I know that became rich always ask about cost

@ChuckBeefOG

3 жыл бұрын

@@dknowles60 these grills start at about $3,500usd.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

true

@daveklein2826

3 жыл бұрын

Go to the website

are Kalamazoo grills so outrageously expensive that they don't even get considered?

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We can’t get our hands on one, and also they are definitely so expensive that they aren’t a realistic purchase for 99% of customers

@jamiemcgannon3737

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving makes sense! Besides their marketing I've never seen a real world review/test

Nothing says “trust me” like a guy with his cap on backwards.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

ha ok

Kalamazoo grills are twice as much as these look it up

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we are familiar

Why do you troll your camera guy so much?

@mizikle101

2 жыл бұрын

Every time I watch this channel I think “Jeeze and I thought I was a douche” 😂. Still I do appreciate the videos and will keep watching

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

Ha just trying to add some humor, we aren’t being serious

@mattschlotzhauer5992

2 жыл бұрын

@@embersliving Maybe you should consider your audience and become a bit more serious. By doing so will bolster viewer confidence in your knowledge which in turn will help improve sales.

Do not buy a fire magic echelon grill I have one they are a piece of junk they’re supposed to have a lifetime warranty but they do not

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the feedback

This is amateur hour compared to a Kalamazoo. All out of my budget, but the "Best of the best" comments are over stated.

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

well watch our video talking about the kalamazoo

Someone doesn't know what "asymmetrical" means.......

@embersliving

10 ай бұрын

True

Public speaking needs a little adjustment but content is there. Approach the camera knowing the guys who click on this video are the boys you hang with. You're out of breath and thinking about what youre saying too much. Convince me mate. Again, content was there, a little refinement you would have had 200k more views.

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

2022 will be our year !

No Kalamazoo! Should be Top Grill. Hmmm.

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

we are trying to get our hands on one

I think this guy is way too pro-Hestan, perhaps this is the grill that offers him the most profit margin, he's pushing it too blatantly. Problem, Hestan doesn't come in 42" or even 48" and quite frankly, if you truly want THE BEST than just buy the DCS because it has all these features with a lifetime warranty and at the same or lesser price. Why isn't DCS in this review????? Cause they don't sell it.

@embersliving

Жыл бұрын

Steve, so many things couldn’t be more wrong in what you said. #1, yes Hestan does come in a 42”, in fact the 42” is the one in the video! #2, yes we do sell DCS, this is an old video, if you watch our newer one, you will see DCS is in there. Also DCS is made in Mexico not the US, so yes it’s cheaper. Also implying that I make these videos just to deepen my own pockets is insulting.

Kalamazoo is better than any of these.

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

We are trying our best to get ahold of one to review.

Man I do appreciate you didn’t say Cadillac. I still can’t comprehend what supposedly luxurious is in that tasteless trash.

@embersliving

2 жыл бұрын

haha

Shut up dude. Review a Kalamazoo Grill

If you don’t carry the Kalamazoo grills then what are you talking about luxury they are just cheap knock off . sorry not sorry

@embersliving

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that is fair! Kalamazoo grills are amazing!! We love them we just don't sell them there for they don't make our top 5. Thanks for watching!

I buy everything based on reviews. Some said this was hard to put together kzread.infoUgkxCx5fHawkK9OoV-ojFrY8JLnZrFwAmvUt some guy said 2 hours and 2 beers later. I didn't drink beer like I was going to. I didn't feel like going to the store. I'm assuming I would have had at least 3. I took my time. Stepped outside for a cigarette break a couple times but all in all it was about a 3 hour project for me but it wasn't like it was difficult or anything . Only pictures but everything is pretty organized and labeled although I didn't see any #s on the actual pieces like it shows in the diagrams. Only the screws were labeled. On the cardboard part of the packaging on the back side. I put it together in my living room too. It wasn't supposed to rain today but it's Michigan and I couldn't wait so I put it together in my living room. Without beer but beer would definitely have made it more fun that's for sure. I'm giving this a 5 for easy assembly. I'll update after it stops raining when I can take it out of my living room and cook some food on it. Hope this helps at least for people who think they can't put this together because I did and you can too . And there are extra screws. I got nervous and immediately came here to see if others had the same experience and they have. You're not doing it wrong. There will be extra screws. Be patient. Don't rush it. Drink beer. Happy assembling

@embersliving

10 ай бұрын

Great choice!