Every pit expert (we’re talkin’ about you) should have their essential grilling tools. If you don’t, the good news is that summer—peak grilling season!—is the time for sales. So, we combed through early Fourth of July deals to round up the best discounts on grilling tools and gadgets, whether you prefer cooking on gas or charcoal.

The Best Grilling Accessory Deals, at a Glance:

Outset Collapsible Camping Grill and Chimney Starter

If you own a charcoal grill, you need a chimney starter. After burning through 78 pounds of charcoal, we named the Outset collapsible camping grill and chimney starter as one of our favorites. Built with a zinc body and chrome grates, it’s easy to assemble by unfolding and popping in two grates. During our tests, it was the fastest briquette-lighting model, taking 26 minutes to light six quarts and 20 minutes for three. It was also easy to light thanks to its large bottom holes. Plus, it can double as a mini camping grill and it’s 24% off right now.

Comsmart BBQ Gloves

If you’re an avid griller, you’re poking, prodding, and flipping within close proximity to very high heat. To keep your hands protected, grill gloves are non-negotiable. These Comsmart BBQ gloves accomplish that and are long enough to cover some of your forearms. On sale for just $14, they’re a steal.

ThermoPro TP20 Wireless Meat Thermometer

The ThermoPro TP20 is our favorite budget wireless grill thermometer, and it’s on sale for $45. It’s fast, and accurate, and had a lightning-fast 6.3-second response time in our tests. Itt uses radio frequency to transmit temperatures from its probe to its base, which can be less prone to connectivity issues compared to Bluetooth or WiFi.

Jealous Devil All Natural Hardwood Lump Charcoal

Lump charcoal burns cleaner is good whether you want intense fire or low-and-slow heat. While it can be pricey, our top pick, from Jealous Devil, is nearly 30% off at the moment. During our tests, this charcoal was the best at maintaining a consistent temperature.

TUO Meat Slicing Knife

For slicing and serving your sirloin steak or pork tenderloin after they’re on the grill, you’ll need a blade that’s thinner and longer than a typical chef’s knife to get clean cuts of meat. In our tests, the TUO slicing knife produced razor-thin slices of prime rib and its blade easily maneuvered around bones. The blade’s uniform thickness ensures even slices every time and it features a rounded, ergonomic handle that’s comfortable to hold. Already reasonably priced, it’s even more affordable with a 10% onsite coupon.

MIU France Large Stainless Steel Slotted Turner

The humble fish spatula makes easy work of flipping thick burgers, delicate pancakes, and more. After testing 12 models, we chose the now-$25 MIU stainless steel turner as a great budget option. Thanks to its angled and offset blade, it easily gets under food.

Weber 12-Inch Three-Sided Grill Brush

Every grill enthusiast should have an efficient and thorough grill brush While we love the Grillart, the Weber three-sided grill brush is another great option, and happens to be on sale for $15. Its triangular-shaped head and all-over bristles help it conform to the grill grates, scrubbing them clean quickly. 

OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Grilling Skewers

A great grilling skewer should hold onto foods and pierce them easily. The OXO Good Grips skewers did just that during our tests. Thanks to their super-sharp tips, we never had to puncture foods multiple times. Their flat stems prevented food from spinning around and their broad handles were easy to grip.

Broil King Baron Barbecue Tong

The now-$9 Broil King Baron barbecue tongs are easy to open and close—a must for when you’re moving quickly around the grill to make sure nothing gets too charred. In our tests, they gripped and flipped with great stability, even when tackling a floppy piece of flank steak. At 16 inches long, they also allowed us to work while keeping some distance from the heat.

Bellemain Cast Iron Grill Press

If you don’t mind hand-washing your grill press, the Bellemain cast iron press offers60 square inches of coverage and three pounds of weight. In our tests, it was wide enough to cover multiple slices of bacon and heavy enough to hold down a steak. Throughout our testing, the Bellemain impressed us (pun intended) by producing evenly cooked bacon and beautifully browned grilled cheeses. It also happens to be 34% off.

Zwilling Pro Le Blanc 4-Piece Steak Knife Set

In our quest to find steak knives that could slice through meat like butter, the Zwilling set stood out. The handle was just the right weight and the design was undeniably elegant. Throughout our tests, it made easy work of slicing through tough and tender steak alike. Normally over $400, the set’s on sale for a whopping 45% off.

Why We’re the Experts

• An Uong is a commerce writer for Serious Eats and Food & Wine.
• Despite being a vegetarian, An loves to eat (and cook!) grilled foods. She recently made oyster mushroom skewers with chimichurri sauce.