Coleman RoadTrip 285
Score: 72/100
Z Grills Wood Pellet Smoker Grill 8in
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Z Grills ZPG-7002E is an 8-in-1 wood-pellet grill offering a spacious 697 sq in cooking area and precise digital PID temperature control. Its heavy weight and lack of wheels make it less portable, and initial burn-in produces excess smoke. Ideal for backyard enthusiasts who prioritize cooking space and control over mobility.
The Coleman RoadTrip 285 is a portable propane grill with three burners delivering up to 20,000 BTU and convenient Instastart ignition. Its limited cooking area and reliance on small propane cylinders restrict long-duration cooking. Perfect for campers and tailgaters who value compactness and quick setup.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20,000 BTU/hbest | — | |
1.98 sq ft | 4.84 sq ftbest | |
3best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 51 lbbest | 84 lb |
3 yrbest | 3 yrbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 minbest |
18.5 in | 22 inbest | |
32.1 in | 51 inbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Cooking Area (sq ft) | 1.98 sq ft | 4.84 sq ft |
Power & Fuel(1) | ||
Power / Fuel Type | propane | pellet |
Dimensions(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 51 lb | 84 lb |
Width (in) | 18.5 in | 22 in |
Height (in) | 32.1 in | 51 in |
Depth (in) | 15.45 in | 48 in |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Grate Material | porcelain-coated cast iron | porcelain-coated steel |
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Professional reviews were not found in the sources; retailer and Coleman descriptions highlight the grill’s portability, three‑burner heat control, and easy ignition, but no independent editorial assessments are available.
Professional reviews were not found in the sources; retailer and Coleman descriptions highlight the grill's portability, three-burner heat control, and easy ignition, but no independent editorial assessments are available.
“Heavy smoke during initial burn-in and first cook on the ZPG-7002E.”
Professional reviewers acknowledge the ZPG-7002E's solid build quality, large cooking area, and precise digital temperature control, but criticize the heavy smoke produced during the first burn-in and the absence of smart-app connectivity.
Everyday users generally praise the generous cooking surface and the convenience of automatic temperature regulation, while recurring complaints focus on the heavy initial smoke output and the unit's considerable weight, which makes moving it cumbersome.
