There's nothing like outdoor cooking for elevating a summer party. Homecooked classics taste that little bit better when grilled fresh over an open flame. However, the and can be expensive.

If you choose the wrong model, you could be spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars on an appliance that isn't worth the money. That's why I've been keeping an eye on the prices for some of our favorite tested grills, smokers, and pizza ovens in the run-up to Memorial Day. If you're fast, you could save hundreds of dollars on some of the best outdoor cooking appliances in the world.

This is my favorite gas grill of all time. It's simple to use but cooks delicious burgers and chicken without breaking the bank. Beginners will love it and pros will find a lot to love too.

If you regularly host family reunions you need this behemoth. It can cook 40 burgers at once, and it's stuffed with amazing bonus features like wifi connection and a digital thermometer. This clever grill can cook on either gas and charcoal, so you have the best of both types of fuel.

You can grill burgers over gas for a fast weeknight meal and grill over charcoal when you want something more flavorful. This charcoal grill is easy to use and great food. However, it's the handy storage cart and side table for preparing ingredients that make it one of our favorite charcoal grills.

There's nothing like a kamado for succulent meat dishes. The Joe II offers all the benefits of a good ceramic kamado, but because it's an ear.