Blackstone
Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle
The Blackstone 28-inch is the compact 2-burner version of America's favorite outdoor griddle, offering the same flat-top cooking in a smaller footprint suited to smaller patios and families. It's a top-selling entry griddle.
Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓It delivers the full Blackstone flat-top experience - smash burgers, breakfast, hibachi - in a more patio-friendly 28-inch size
- ✓Two independently controlled burners still give you a hot zone and a warm zone for flexible cooking
- ✓470 sq in is plenty for a family of four to six, and smash burgers come out with that signature crispy crust
- ✓At under $300 it's an affordable, hugely popular entry into griddle cooking
- ✓The rear grease management makes cleanup quick, and a seasoned top becomes naturally non-stick
- ✓It's lighter (~75 lbs) and more portable than the 36-inch, and some models have folding legs for transport
- ✓It heats edge-to-edge fast and is great for weeknight dinners where the big griddle would be overkill
- ✓The same enormous owner community and accessory ecosystem support it
Cons
- ✗Like all Blackstones the bare steel top needs seasoning and diligent rust prevention or it will corrode
- ✗470 sq in fills up fast when cooking for a bigger group, so heavy entertainers may wish they'd gone 36-inch
- ✗It's only a griddle - no grilling with grate marks and no smoking capability
- ✗Maintaining seasoning means oiling after every cook and re-seasoning periodically
- ✗The base model lacks a hood, so wind affects heat and melting/steaming needs a basting dome
- ✗Build is value-grade with a short 1-year warranty, and burners or igniters can fail over time
- ✗The push-button igniter is a frequent weak point that owners end up bypassing with a lighter
- ✗Without a cover it can rust from rain or even humidity between cooks
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