Best Barbecue Grill Lights

Updated February 2019
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Best of the Best
LED Concepts
LED BBQ Grill Light
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This LED light gives you options, with a magnetic base and an adjustable, rubber-padded screw clamp.

Pros

Light made of 12 bright LED bulbs. Magnetic base with adjustable screw clamp for non-metal surfaces or stainless steel. 22" flexible gooseneck lamp adjusts 360 degrees. Made of weather-resistant aluminum. Withstands heat. Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included). Rubber clamp pad protects grill.

Cons

Rain can leak into and ruin battery compartment. Consider using grill cover or removing after use.

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Bright Eyes
Magnetic Barbecue BBQ Light Set for Grilling
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Small yet powerful, these LED lights provide ample light. But they're magnetic, so they might not stick to stainless-steel grills.

Pros

Bright magnetic LED lights. Flexible steel neck. Works on most grills. Six AAA alkaline batteries included. Includes plastic reusable case. Bright and powerful. Neck is small but convenient and flexible.

Cons

Do not touch when grill is in use. Placing too close to heat source may melt plastic.

Cave Tools
Barbecue Grill Light
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This touch-sensitive lamp turns on with a simple tap – great for when your hands are sticky with sauce.

Pros

Brightness of 100+ lumens – the same as tactical applications for security guards and police officers. Aluminum handle mount clamp fits rectangular and circular bars as well as most major brands. Built to withstand hot grill covers. Touch-sensitive switch. Takes AA batteries.

Cons

May be damaged if you leave it out in the rain. Consider using grill cover or removing after use.

Grilluminator
Authentic Grilluminator BBQ Grill Light
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Illuminate your entire grilling surface as well as your grill knobs with the authentic Grilluminator light.

Pros

100 lumen output lights your entire grill and knobs without shadows. Weather resistant. Easy to install. Touch-sensitive switch. Fits almost any grill. 50,000-hour rated LEDs. Adjustable 180 degrees both horizontally and vertically, although range is somewhat limited by mounting. Very bright.

Cons

If bumped, it can turn on inside the grill and drain the battery.

Grill Kindle
Barbecue Grill Light
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These LED lights can rotate more than 180 degrees to light up whatever's cooking.

Pros

10 bright LED lights rotate 190 degrees to light your grill. Made of durable, heat-resistant ABS plastic. Withstands intense heat. Touch-sensitive power button. Fits most grill handles except kettle grills. Easily mounts and dismounts for rain. Lights wide angles.

Cons

Plastic may melt if installed too close to heat source.

How we decided

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12 Models Considered
5 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
167 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

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For evening grilling, a reliable barbecue grill light can be an invaluable tool for safely cooking your food. Most grill lights have a clamp design to clip to a cool surface so you can keep an eye on your food as it cooks. LEDs are a common bulb choice for their powerful and long-lasting light. Though the light should be kept a good distance from the flames, you should look for lights that are heat-resistant anyway. Weather resistant models can protect the batteries and lends to a longer lifespan. The head should be easy to angle and adjust so that you can focus on the right area, and lights with easy on/off functionality are useful when your hands are grimy.

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    Editorial Manager
  • Katie
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    Editorial Director
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    Writer
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    Editor
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Bright Eyes

Magnetic Barbecue BBQ Light Set for Grilling

Bright Eyes

Magnetic Barbecue BBQ Light Set for Grilling

Small yet powerful, these LED lights provide ample light. But they're magnetic, so they might not stick to stainless-steel grills.

$17
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Cave Tools

Barbecue Grill Light

Cave Tools

Barbecue Grill Light

This touch-sensitive lamp turns on with a simple tap – great for when your hands are sticky with sauce.

$29
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LED Concepts

LED BBQ Grill Light

LED Concepts

LED BBQ Grill Light

This LED light gives you options, with a magnetic base and an adjustable, rubber-padded screw clamp.

$18
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Grilluminator

Authentic Grilluminator BBQ Grill Light

Grilluminator

Authentic Grilluminator BBQ Grill Light

Illuminate your entire grilling surface as well as your grill knobs with the authentic Grilluminator light.

$26
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Grill Kindle

Barbecue Grill Light

Grill Kindle

Barbecue Grill Light

These LED lights can rotate more than 180 degrees to light up whatever's cooking.
$14

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