Special Features
DCS gas grills are, by most accounts, high-end gas grills. They come in four versions: 26", 30", 36" and 48".
They say that when used properly, the grilled meat you get is much juicier. It is supposed that this ability is determined by its improved heat capability for searing.
Main DCS gas grills models with specific features and a price range for each of them are shown in the following table:
| 26" model | 30" model | 36" model | 48" model | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burners | (2) 16,500 BTU stainless burners. The 26" version has smaller burners and lacks the porcelain rods for even heat dispersion. | (2) 25,000 BTU stainless steel burners. Ceramic grill radiants for even heat distribution | (3) 25,000 BTU; 14,000 BTU rear burner. Ceramic grill radiants for even heat distribution | 3 or 4 — 25,000 BTU, U-shaped, Stainless Steel. Ceramic grill radiants for even heat distribution |
| Side burner BTU input | no integrated side burners; optional 1/2@15000BTU/hr | no integrate d burners; optional 1/2@15000 BTU/hr | 1 integrated burner at 15000 BTU/hr | (2) 15,000 BTU integrated side burners |
| Primary cooking area | 430 square inches of cooking surface | 575 square inches of grilling surface | 646 square inches of cooking area | 646 square inches of cooking surface |
| Warming rack area | removable warming rack | removable | removable | removable |
| Grease | grates with ferrous direct grease efficiently to a stainless-steel drip tray | grease management system (grease and oil are channeled away from the flame into a removable stainless steel | patented flame tamer and grease management system | patented flame tamer and grease management system |
| Smoker | no smoker burner | optional smoker burner | 3,500 BTU smoker tray | smoker tray with 5,000 BTU burner |
| Rotisserie | rotisserie kit with 15000 BTU/hr rotisserie burner | 14,000 BTU infrared rotisserie back burner; heavy duty rotisserie motor with integrated light | heavy duty rotisserie with integrated light standard | Dedicated infrared rotisserie burner heavy duty rotisserie motor |
| Ignition | battery operated ignition | works by battery | works by battery | works by battery; 9-Volt Battery Ignition |
| Grids | stainless steel rod style cooking grids | stainless steel cooking grids | stainless cooking grids | Double-sided cast stainless steel grilling grates ceramic radiant technology |
| Price range | $999-$1,325 | $1,999-$2,499 | $2,799-$4,399 | $3,419-$5,019 |
Recommended Accessories
The auxiliaries you receive when buying DCS gas grills are specifically designed to fit with this type of unit. You are given:
- DCS gas grills covers for the best protection, all year long. No rust. All cover types are made of heavy duty, felt-lined vinyl
- chopping boards are needed while cooking so DCS has two types for sale: Maple and Corian. Both chopping boards fit in the side shelf of the DCS 48", 36" and 27" professional DCS gas grills
- an exclusive 5-piece grilling tool set containing: a spatula with one serrated edge, heavy-duty tongs, fork, double-sided grill scraper and grill brush, and also what they call Grease Management System through scraper
- professional wok and wok ring, in case you love to cook stir-fry for dinner with your DCS outdoor grill. The DCS wok is stainless steel with a rounded bottom, containing an aluminum lid with a hardwood handle. The wok ring stays securely on top of the surface grates of the DCS side burners
- even a grilling apron
, with large pockets to accustom your grill tools.
Pros and Cons
There are a few advantages which make DCS gas grill a high-end grill unit.
Pros
- is well-built and very sturdy
- it is easy to use; both the cooking system and the rotisserie
- has high temperature capability and an electric start
- launches the first completely integrated rotisserie and grilling system for outdoor cooking at night
- it is easy to install and detach in case you need to store it
- patent pending rotisserie fork design
- the grill grease tray has rollers that improve gliding
- has a removable grease pan so cleaning up the grease is not messy.
Cons
- the grates are easy to wrab because of the radiant heat; when you clean them you have to take care. Soap and water, scotch brite are suggested
- warming rack is rather small
- flare-ups may be too high so watch them while cooking
- when you have to turn something in the back you need to put on gloves.