Blackstone 28" 2-Burner Griddle vs Blackstone Original 28" Griddle

Both are 28-inch two-burner Blackstone propane griddles with a hood, two side shelves, 524 square inches of cooking surface and room for about 21 burgers. The Original with Omnivore plate is the newer design: 34,000 BTU, faster heat-up and more even corners, and it weighs less at 70 lb. The older Original 28" runs 24,000 BTU and 86 lb, and owners report slower warm-up and cooler edges. Buy the Omnivore version unless you find the older model and want its proven, simple build.

• Choose the Blackstone Original 28" with Omnivore plate if you want faster heat-up, stronger output and more even cooking across the surface.
• Choose the Blackstone Original 28" Griddle with Hood if you want the long-running, well-known version and don't need the extra burner output.