The best grills 2026
We compare real charcoal and wood grills from MercadoLibre Argentina by type, size and whether they have a lid, to pick the ideal one for your space and barbecues.
Prices verified on July 22, 2026 · How we do it
How we chose: We analyzed 4 real products on the market · MercadoLibre Argentina
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Quick verdict
For most people the Alpaca 90 cm mobile grill with lid is the best buy: you roll it wherever you want, the lid gives more control and it's on a good discount. If you want something portable and cheap to carry, the Thouse folding camping grill; and for the wood-fire fan, the Tromen chulengo.
What to look for before buying
- Fuel: charcoal or wood — Charcoal is faster and more practical (lights in 20-30 minutes, ideal for a barbecue any day). Wood gives the classic smoky flavor but takes longer and needs more fire management. Many grills and chulengos take both. If you want convenience, charcoal; if you're after flavor and the ritual, wood.
- Type: mobile, fixed or portable — The mobile one (with wheels or a cart) you place wherever suits you and store away; it's the most versatile for a patio or balcony. The folding portable is for camping, the beach or a weekend house. The fixed (masonry/steel) is for whoever has the space and wants something permanent.
- With or without a lid — The lid changes the game: it lets you cook with indirect heat (like an oven), smoke, control temperature better and cook in wind or cold. Without a lid, it's the classic open-fire grill, simpler. If you like to experiment (big cuts, whole chicken, smoking), look for a lid.
- Size (by how many you are) — The grill's width defines how much food fits at once. For 2-4 people, 60-90 cm is enough; for big gatherings, look for more surface. Don't come up short: cooking in two rounds while guests wait is the most frustrating part.
- Material and assembly — Thick iron holds heat better and lasts longer; thin sheet metal warps and rusts sooner. Check the material of the grate itself (where the meat goes) and of the firebox. And many come as a kit: make sure it's tidy and firm.
Our recommendations
Alpaca ALP-22018A 90cm Mobile Grill with Lid
Mobile, 90 cm and with a lid to cook with indirect heat and smoke. You place it wherever you want and store it easily; good surface for 4-6 people and on a steep discount today.
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Thouse Folding Portable Camping Grill, Stainless Steel
Folding, light and stainless steel, to take camping, to the beach or to a weekend house. The cheapest, most portable option for a barbecue wherever you are.
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Tromen Chulenguito Wood-Fire Grill with Lid
Tromen is one of the reference brands in grills, and this wood-fire chulenguito with a lid is made for the smoky-flavor fan. The premium pick with quality iron.
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Vule Nordic Charcoal Grill with Lid and Firebox
Charcoal, with a lid and firebox, and a Nordic design that looks great on the patio. A stylish alternative if you want looks as well as function, on discount.
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Side-by-side comparison
| Product | Price | Installments | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpaca ALP-22018A 90cm Mobile Grill with Lid | $ 142.856 | 12 | — | MercadoLibre |
| Thouse Folding Portable Camping Grill, Stainless Steel | $ 40.877 | 12 | — | MercadoLibre |
| Tromen Chulenguito Wood-Fire Grill with Lid | $ 278.000 | 12 | — | MercadoLibre |
| Vule Nordic Charcoal Grill with Lid and Firebox | $ 368.531 | 12 | — | MercadoLibre |
Nothing beats a good barbecue, and the grill is the star. The decision comes down to the fuel (charcoal for convenience, wood for flavor), the type (mobile, portable or fixed), whether it has a lid and the size by how many you are. We compared the best-sellers on MercadoLibre Argentina.
What to look for
- Charcoal or wood: charcoal to light fast any day; wood for smoky flavor and the ritual.
- Mobile, portable or fixed: mobile for the patio (you store it); portable to carry; fixed for something permanent.
- With a lid: to cook with indirect heat, smoke and control temperature.
- Size: 60-90 cm for 2-4 people; more surface for big groups.
Our pick
For most people, the Alpaca 90 cm mobile grill with lid is the most rounded: you roll it wherever you want, the lid adds versatility and it’s on a good discount. If you want something portable and cheap to carry, the Thouse folding camping grill; and for the wood-fire fan, the Tromen chulengo.
Prices come from MercadoLibre Argentina and update daily; the link always takes you to the current offer.
Frequently asked
Charcoal or wood grill?
It depends on what you prioritize. Charcoal is the most practical: it lights fast (20-30 minutes), is easy to manage and works for a barbecue any day without hassle. Wood gives that classic smoky flavor of Argentine asado, but takes longer to make embers and needs more fire management and experience. Many chulengos and grills take both, so you can start with charcoal for convenience and use wood when you have time for the ritual.
Is a grill with a lid worth it?
If you like to experiment, yes. The lid lets you cook with indirect heat (like an ember oven), ideal for big cuts, whole chicken or ribs that need long, even cooking without burning. It also helps smoke, control temperature and cook in wind or on cold days. If your barbecue is always classic open-fire grilling (offal, sausages, steaks), no lid is enough and you spend less.
What size do I need?
Go by how many you usually are at your barbecues. For a family or a small group of 2-4 people, a 60-90 cm wide grill is comfortable. For bigger gatherings, look for more cooking surface so you don't have to cook in rounds while the others wait. Better to have a bit too much grill than too little: you can cook little by little, but you can't make it bigger.
Are prices and stock up to date?
Yes: we take real price and availability from MercadoLibre Argentina and refresh them daily. They can change at any time; the link always takes you to the current offer.
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