Which is better for a large cookout?

The Royal Gourmet. It has 780 sq. in. total, room for up to 31 burgers and 72,000 BTU across 5 burners. The Weber handles about 20 burgers on 641 sq. in.

Which has better grates?

The Weber. Its stainless steel WEBER CRAFTED grates resist rust and take Weber accessories. The Royal Gourmet uses porcelain-enameled cast iron, which sears well but can chip and needs seasoning care.

Is the Royal Gourmet worth the savings?

At $579.99 at Lowe's as of November 7, 2026, it gives more cooking area and BTU than the Weber for less money. You give up stainless grates, a natural gas option and Weber's parts network.

Can either run on natural gas?

Only the Weber. It lists liquid propane, gas and natural gas as fuel types. The Royal Gourmet is propane only.

The Weber is the safer bet for long life. Stainless grates and a porcelain-enameled lid hold up well, and Weber sells replacement parts. The Royal Gourmet's cast iron grates last if kept dry and oiled.

Should I wait for a lower Royal Gourmet price?

Its price hit $274.11 on November 2 before reaching $579.99 on November 7, 2026. If you are not in a hurry, set a price alert and watch for another dip.

Weber Genesis SP-E-335 Gas Grill vs Royal Gourmet 5-Burner Gas Grill

Buy the Weber Genesis SP-E-335 if you want a well-supported three-burner grill with stainless WEBER CRAFTED grates, a side burner and a strong parts and warranty network. Buy the Royal Gourmet 5-burner if you need maximum cooking area and heat for the money, especially for large cookouts. The Royal Gourmet is far cheaper: $579.99 at Lowe's as of November 7, 2026, versus the Weber, whose price was not given here. The Royal Gourmet's price has swung hard, from $274.11 on November 2 to $579.99 on November 7, so time the purchase.

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