Blackstone 28" XL Griddle with Hood vs Blackstone 28" Omnivore Griddle 2206

Both are Blackstone 28-inch propane griddles, so the core cooking experience is the same. The 28" XL Griddle with Hood is the step-up: three independently controlled zones, 48,000 BTUs, a larger 613 sq. in. Omnivore plate, a reinforced hood and an extendable side shelf with a cutting board. The Original Omnivore 2206 is the lighter, simpler two-zone griddle at 70 lb with 524 sq. in. and a hard cover. Owners of both praise easy cleaning and family-friendly cooking; pick the XL for volume and zone control, the 2206 for a lighter, simpler setup.

• Choose the Blackstone 28" XL Griddle with Hood if you cook for a crowd, want three separate heat zones and a hood that doubles as a windbreak and cover.
• Choose the Blackstone 28 Inch Original Omnivore Griddle 2206 if you want a lighter, simpler two-zone griddle that is easier to move and store.