9 Best Indoor Grills. Electric & Smokeless Grills for Inside your Home

Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill

The Ninja Foodi Smart XL is the best high-capacity multi-function indoor grill on the market.

Use it not only to grill, but also to air crisp, roast, bake, broil, and dehydrate, all guided by the unit’s programming and smart thermometer which even lets you know when it’s time to flip depending on how you want your meat done. Cooking with the Ninja Foodi does have a bit of a learning curve but it really couldn’t be easier – making it the ideal choice for pretty much anyone.

Measuring just under 15 inches by 16 inches with a height of 11 inches, this unit does take up a fair bit of space on your kitchen countertop, but it can grill up to six seven-pound burgers in one go.

Thanks to its 1760W power with a 500-degree F upper heating element and fan you get searing on all sides. Plus this unit is also virtually smoke-free which makes it a great choice for indoor grilling and the grill grate even gives you chargrill marks.

Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe ceramic-coated parts, on the whole, this is one of the easiest models to both use and clean up afterward. Plus it does so much more than just grill. On the downside, the power cord could be a bit longer, which can limit where you can use it.

All in all, the best smart multi-function indoor grill on the market by a long way.

George Foreman Smokeless Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill

There are two main advantages to this George Foreman Smokeless Indoor Grill.

Firstly you can use it both indoors and outdoors with its removable stand, making it a good choice for apartments with small balconies or for using on your deck during summer and indoors in winter. Secondly, it provides you with a healthier way to grill – ideal if you need to cut down on added fats.

With its large 240 square inch cooking surface, you get enough space to grill 15 servings. Thanks to the grill’s patented fat removal slope, grease drains down into the grease tray, while the George Tough nonstick coating means you’ll be able to cut right back on adding any fats. Heat up is fast thanks to its 1600W power rating and you can adjust the heat level with five adjustable settings.

Use the high domed lid complete with vents to roast larger joints or a whole chicken, this indoor grill is a good choice for feeding large groups or cooking up full meals. Just be aware that it can be a little difficult to get clean due to its large circular design, you’ll struggle to clean the lid and grate in a small sink.

What’s more, while the stand could be a little sturdier, it’s easy to set up and pack away.

Philips Avance Indoor Grill

The Philips Avance Indoor Grill is our best infrared indoor grill pick thanks to its ease of use and uncomplicated setup.

Consisting of just two parts to assemble, place the grease tray under the unit and the cooking grid on top. Plug it in and you’re ready to start grilling in just one minute thanks to its 1660W power.

Thanks to this indoor grill’s advanced infrared technology complete with special heat reflectors, all sides are evenly grilled and a virtually smoke-less operation, especially as the drip tray remains cold. This model does not require any changes to temperature, it heats up to and keeps a constant temperature of 446℉, although there is also a keep warm setting.

As the fat runs down the cooking grid and collects in the grease tray below, your food is a lot healthier than models where it sits in its own grease. The non-slip feet keep this indoor grill securely in place, while the removable grid and drip tray can both go in your dishwasher for an extra easy cleanup.

Given this model’s bright red glow, it can be a little difficult to gauge just what color your meat is, so you may have to remove it from the grill to check on its progress. Also, at around 123.5 square inches of cooking space, while this unit is great for small families or couples, it’s less suitable for cooking for groups of people.

Techwood Electric Grill for Indoor & Outdoor Use

If you are looking for an inexpensive electric indoor grill, this model by Techwood is one of the cheapest indoor grills available.

It has a good power rating of 1600W complete with adjustable temperature control. Thanks to its large 240 square inch cooking area plus foldable warming rack, you can cook around 15 servings on this grill.

Use the domed lid with its rotary vent to cook juicy roast chicken or large cuts of meat. It also helps to keep your kitchen free from splatters. With its stable frame and cool-touch side handles, this indoor grill is easy to set up and carry. It also heats up quickly so you can get your meal started shortly after you get it out.

Unfortunately, while this indoor grill does have a porcelain-coated cast iron grate for durability and an easy clean up, the truth is, it is far from easy to clean. Unlike almost every other grill on the market, this unit does not have a drip tray so grease from your food ends up pooling in the bottom around the heating element where it could catch fire and will definitely start to smoke.

Cleaning this area after use requires you to partially disassemble the grill which can be quite time-consuming.

Cuisinart Griddler Elite

The Cuisinart Griddler Elite is a great multi-purpose indoor grill that also doubles up as a griddle and a panini press. Ideal for making breakfast, sandwiches, and grilling indoors, this powerful 1800W indoor grill features reversible plates and when you use it in its open position you get an impressive 240 square inches cooking surface.

Use it as a grill or a griddle, or both, thanks to the dual-zone temperature you can cook low and slow griddling on one side while turning up the temperature hot and fast on the grill plate on the other side. Use the two-minute sear function to quickly color your steaks, locking in the flavor at 500 degrees F. The top cover is also fully adjustable, allowing you to press your sandwiches or loaded paninis.

Both the plates and drip tray can be washed in your dishwasher, however, while cleaning up this indoor grill is pretty easy, as the plates are fairly shallow, it’s easy to end up with quite a lot of splattering or even grease pooling on your kitchen counter.

While this unit is easy to use thanks to its electronic display complete with timer and temperature control dials, unfortunately, it does have some durability issues.

Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill

The Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill makes a great choice for getting your steaks nicely colored when you’re grilling indoors thanks to its adjustable temperature and 450 degrees F sear mode. As steaks often give off a lot of grease and juices, this unit comes with an extra-large drip tray so you won’t have to worry about trying to empty it while you are grilling.

Thanks to its viewing window, you can easily check on how your meal is progressing without having to open the removable hood. For an extra-easy cleanup, you can wash the hood, grill plate, and drip tray all in your dishwasher. The grilling plate has a ceramic non-stick coating for extra durability and gives you a good 118 square inch cooking area – ideal for small families or serving up to six individual items.

While this model does have convenient power and heat up lights so you can check that it is on, unfortunately, it doesn’t have a power switch, so you’ll have to remember to unplug it directly at the wall when you are done. Also, the power cord itself is fairly short, so make sure that you’ve got a free socket right where you are planning to use it.

All in all, this is a good value for money buy that works great for searing and general indoor grilling.

Techwood Smokeless Indoor Grill

The Techwood Smokeless Indoor Grill is a great model if you want to be able to keep a close eye on your steaks as you grill them indoors. Thanks to its tempered glass lid you can easily see when it’s time to flip, without having to open up your grill, reducing smoke getting into your home and grease splatters.

This 1500W indoor grill has a really useful LED temperature control system, allowing you to set your grill temperature between 220-450 degrees F. Before you start grilling make sure that you half fill the grease tray with water. Combined with the internal fan, the water tray allows you to really reduce the amount of smoke put out by this model for an almost smokeless indoor grilling session.

Thanks to its non-stick grilling surface and the dishwasher-safe grill plate and drip tray, cleanup is very fast and easy. On the downside, the instructions are very poor, mentioning non-existent features and neglecting to include other essential details such as how to fix the handle to the unit.

Also, you may find the fan to be a little bit noisy if you have a quiet home.

T-fal Stainless Steel Large Indoor Grill

If you are looking for an automatic indoor grill, you won’t find a better model than the T-fal OptiGrill Stainless Steel Large Indoor Grill.

Thanks to its Automatic Sensor Cooking Technology and Automatic Thickness Sensor, the OptiGrill immediately detects how many items you have on your grill and then automatically adjusts its temperature and cooking time depending on the thickness and size of your food as well as your levels of doneness preferences.

With nine automatic cooking programs, including: burgers, poultry, red meat, fish, shellfish, pork, bacon, sausage, and sandwiches, you can quickly get your grill set up to cook your meal. Cooking from frozen? Select the special frozen mode. Want to cook something different or to your own specification? Switch it into manual mode. Not only is this powerful 1800W indoor grill very easy to use, it is also easy to clean thanks to its dishwasher-safe drip tray and plates.

While this is a very useful indoor grill that virtually cooks your food all by itself, it can occasionally need a full reset and that requires a phone call to Tefal to go through the steps. Also, if you open the grill during cooking mode, to add seasoning or to check on the color, for example, it automatically switches to manual and you lose your automatic cooking alerts.

These slight issues aside, if you are looking for an automatic indoor grill that gives off next to no smoke and will cook your food with the minimum of intervention, this is the model to go for.

Kenyon Frontier All Seasons Portable Stainless Steel Indoor Grill

The Kenyon Frontier All Seasons Portable Indoor Grill is a great choice if you are looking for a premium indoor grill that you can also use outdoors or take with you round to friends and family thanks to its highly portable, weather-resistant design.

Made from marine-grade 304 stainless steel, this model also features a waterproof touch control panel for precise heat control, as well as a built-in GFCI power cord for your protection.

Rated 1300W, this stylish indoor grill can reach up to 600 degrees F, making it a great choice for searing, thanks to its insulated lid and fast preheat time of under seven minutes. The concealed heating elements eliminate flare ups, ensuring even heat distribution throughout the grilling surface. With its rectangular lid and flange you get 155 square inches of grilling surface, ideal for serving three to four people.

Note that this model utilizes disposable drip trays, which is reasonable enough considering its portable nature, although you will still have to remember to order replacements.

While the grill grate is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning, unfortunately, its double coating is not the most durable, which is a little disappointing given the high price of this otherwise exceptional unit.

Why Trust Us

All of our reviews are compiled with a combination of expert input, years of hands-on testing of grilling products, curating the reviews of real-life buyers in a “wisdom of the crowd” system, and of course our own expertise. All the products listed are the ones we would buy if we were looking to purchase a new indoor grill.

Methodology Used to Pick the Best Indoors Grill

When picking the best indoor grill we looked at and then rated each grill on the following criteria. Price, total grilling surface area, power, the maximum temperature, temp controls, the grill plates, build quality, the lid, and any portability features.