Not Weber: Consumer Reports' Highest-Rated Mid-Size Gas Grill In 2026

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Even if the evenings are starting to cool off and the dog days of summer are behind us, it's never a bad time to fire up the grill. Whether you're preparing for a Labour Day feast or a simple family cookout, a mid-size one is a great option. Weber is typically the go-to brand, but according to Consumer Reports, the best gas grill shoppers can get their hands on is actually from Napoleon.

The independent testing agency rated the Napoleon Rogue PRO 425 SIB grill higher than over 100 other mid-size models, including multiple Weber and Kenmore products. The device scored highly in a variety of testing categories like temperature range, preheat performance, and cooking. Consumer Reports also surveyed owners to get their opinions on the grill's reliability and the vast majority were satisfied with their purchase.

The Napoleon Rogue PRO 425 SIB boasts three bottom burners, porcelainized cast iron cooking grids, light-up controls, a stainless steel warming rack, and a bottle opener. But the biggest highlight is probably the infrared side burner which can be used for preparing sauces and sides or to sear steaks. So if you're someone who likes to slow cook some smoked country-style ribs, make a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, and sauté vegetables all at the same time, the be Napoleon Rogue PRO 425 SIB might fit the bill.

The Napoleon Rogue PRO 425 SIB also has a lot of good reviews elsewhere online. The grill has been given a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by Walmart shoppers. As one person wrote, "I'm notorious for cooking on my grill throughout fall and winter when it's dark early in the evening. I find it tremendously helpful to have the LEDs light up the controls, it looks sharp as well. The sizzle station is unique ... I used it to get a nice sear on my NY strips!"

A grillmaster who reviewed the barbecue for a Youtube video said that the stainless steel grids are "made to be durable and stand the test of time." He also highlighted the "bold grill marks" transferred onto food and said that it was good at controlling flare ups.

One issue people seem to have is that the assembly directions can be a little hard to follow. Some owners also reported problems with operating the grill when it's windy. An Amazon shopper wrote in a review, "Stick with Weber ... This Napoleon will not stay lit with small winds. I have tried the burner adjustments, the resetting of the regulator, a new tank, nothing works." If you do want to try a Weber grill instead, the top rated one on Consumer Reports is the Weber Genesis E-315. If you want to look at more options, here are the 12 best natural gas grills, and this is Consumer Reports' highest-rated flat top grill.