The seven best BBQ tool sets to buy in summer 2020
THE age-old debate of coal versus gas rumbles on, but there’s no discussion when it comes to barbecue tools: they’re as essential as the grill itself.
Get tooled up instantly with our round-up of the best barbecue tool sets you can buy right now.
Keep it simple with a basic three-piece set of BBQ tongs, spatula and fork, or go to town with a full-on deluxe set of every implement you’ll ever need – there are plenty out there to choose from.
The most important things to look for? Stainless steel implements are the most robust and crucially, easy to clean.
You should also take care to choose a set with long handles so you can comfortably turn and prod your meaty feast without burning your fingers.
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1. Romanticist
- (AD) Romanticist 20-piece stainless steel barbecue tool set, £44.69 from Amazon – buy here
You’ll feel like the king of the grill with this amazing 20-piece barbecue set, which contains every barbecue tool you’d ever need including a grill fork, slotted spatula, power tongs, silicone basting brush, grill cleaning brush, kebab skewers and – joy – corn-on-the-cob holders.
Everything packs up into a smart aluminium carry case that’s just begging to be given as a birthday gift to that special meat-lover in your life.
2. AMZ Barbecue Club
- (AD) Ultimate barbecue grill tools set, £27.05 (+ £14.75 UK delivery) from Amazon Global Store – buy here
You’ll need to pay a little extra for delivery as this barbecue set is sold by Amazon’s Global Store, but this option has a super-useful bit of kit not normally offered in BBQ tool sets: a digital meat thermometer.
It’s just what you need if you’re new to barbequing or want extra assurance that your chicken is cooked all the way though.
The set also includes a serrated spatula, extra-long meat fork, heavy duty tongs and a silicone basting brush, all made from rust-proof stainless steel and durable silicon.
3. Sol 72 Outdoor
- Shipp four-piece barbecue tool set, £33.99 from WayFair – buy here
With its ash wood handles and smart khaki-coloured carry case, this four-piece barbecue set has a traditional feel to it and contains all the essential barbecue tools you’ll need to cook up a feast.
The set comprises stainless steel BBQ tongs and fork, a BBQ spatula (with built-in bottle opener!) and a pigs’ bristle brush for basting.
4. John Lewis
- OXO Good Grips stainless steel barbecue tool set, £20 from John Lewis – buy here
It has just two tools in it, but it’s the little details that make this OXO Good Grips barbecue tool set one of John Lewis’s best-sellers.
The BBQ spatula has a wide head and bevelled edge to ensure it slides easily under your food, as well as a serrated edge which is handy for separating unruly sausages.
The tongs also have scalloped edges for improved grip when you’re turning steaks or chicken pieces.
5. IKEA
- GRILLTIDER three-piece barbecue tool set, £4.50 from IKEA – buy here
If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on a set of barbecue tools, or you’re looking for a second set to take camping or on day trips, this three-piece set from IKEA is a bargain.
Comprising BBQ tongs, spatula and a fork in easy-to-clean stainless steel with polypropylene plastic trim, it’s a no-frills, no-fuss option.
6. Tramontina
- Tramontina three-piece barbecue tool set, £20 from Selfridges – buy here
Barbecue is practically a national sport in Brazil and this barbecue tool set from Brazilian cookware brand Tramontina proves that they do it in style too.
Made from heat-treated stainless steel complemented with beautiful natural wood handles, these tools offer professional quality at a bargain price.
7. Rockwell
- Good Home five-in-one barbecue tool, £13 from B&Q – buy here
A brilliant little tool for a caravan or camping trip, the Rockwell barbecue tool combines five essential barbecue implements in one – if you include a corkscrew and bottle opener as essential barbecue tools that is.
The spatula comes apart from the other tools so that it can be used concurrently with the rest and the whole set is easy to clean and store.
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