If you’re grilling with charcoal, starting the grill can be tedious and using lighter fluid can leave your go-to recipes tasting less than their best. That’s where a good charcoal starter comes in.

Electric charcoal starter. This is a looped heating tool that is plugged in and placed on the charcoal. "They burn out quickly and build uneven fire," Whitlock says.

Propane and gas grills are cleaner and more energy efficient, but charcoal is OK a few times a year. Skip to Article. Set weather. Back To Main Menu Close. Quick Look- ...