Monument Grills
Monument Grills Mesa 415
The Monument Grills Mesa 415BZ is a value-oriented 4-burner stainless gas grill with a Broil Zone sear burner, a clear-view lid window, and a side burner. Monument is a fast-growing direct-to-retail brand. Note: this model is no longer sold new as of 2026. Its current equivalent is the Monument Grills Mesa II 415BZ. (Original Mesa 415BZ shows 'Unavailable' at $499 on monumentgrills.com; Mesa II 415BZ is the current version at ~$499)
Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓It packs a lot of features for ~$500 - four burners, a Broil Zone sear burner, a side burner, and a window lid all included
- ✓The dedicated Broil Zone hits high heat fast and actually sears steaks, unusual at this price
- ✓It heats up to 650°F in about 10 minutes, giving genuinely strong grilling power for the money
- ✓The Clear-View lid window lets you check food without lifting the lid and losing heat
- ✓Porcelain-enameled cast-iron grates retain heat well and produce solid sear marks
- ✓Stainless finish, LED-lit control knobs, and four swivel casters give it a more premium feel than the price implies
- ✓62,000 total BTU plus 630 sq in total area is plenty for big family cookouts
- ✓A 5-year warranty and growing reputation for responsive support reassure value buyers
Cons
- ✗It's a newer, less proven brand than Weber, so long-term durability over 8-10 years is still an open question
- ✗The lid-window gasket and seal can be a weak point that some owners report fogging or leaking over time
- ✗Like most budget grills, heat can be slightly uneven across the four burners
- ✗Build is decent but lighter-gauge steel than premium grills, so it benefits from a cover to prevent rust
- ✗No smart features, probe, or app despite the modern LED-knob styling
- ✗Parts and service network are smaller than the big legacy brands if something fails
- ✗The many features mean more components (window, side burner, sear zone) that can each eventually need attention
- ✗Some owners find the side burner output modest for fast boiling
Compare the Monument Grills Mesa 415
This model is no longer sold new. Its current equivalent is the Monument Grills Mesa II 415BZ.
We keep this page for the many still in use and on the used market — specs and honest pros/cons below still apply.
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