Electric grills have carried a reputation for low heat and flat flavor. That reputation is outdated.

Today's all-electric systems hit the same temperatures gas and charcoal live in, and hold them more steadily. The Current® Model G2 Electric Grill is built to make great grilling more accessible without compromising flavor or quality of the food. Plug it in. Dial in the temp. Cook.

Can an electric grill compete with gas or charcoal?

Yes. The Model G2 reaches up to 700°F across the full grate. That's the same range charcoal kettles and gas grills hit for searing. Enough to trigger the Maillard reaction, build a proper crust, and deliver the char that defines great BBQ.

For reference:

•      Charcoal kettles: ~500–700°F at the grate

•      Gas grills (3–4 burner): ~500–650°F

•      Model G2: up to 700°F with dual-zone cooking that lets you cook different foods at different temperatures

The real question isn't whether electric grills can get hot. It's whether they hold heat evenly and recover fast after a lid lift. That's where the Model G2 pulls ahead.

Can electric grills produce real BBQ flavor?

Yes. Flavor isn't made by flame. It's made by chemistry.

When fat and protein hit a hot surface, juices vaporize, rise back into the food, and create the savory, slightly smoky profile people associate with BBQ. That's the Maillard reaction plus fat drippage. It happens on any hot surface.

On the Model G2:

•      Two independent heat zones, both reaching 700°F across the entire surface

•      Controlled vaporization without flare-ups that scorch the outside

•      Flavor Trays let you add extra smoke or steam when you want it

What temperature does an electric grill reach?

Quality all-electric grills reach 500–700°F. The Model G2 sits at the top of that range across the full cooking surface, not just one hot zone.

Temperature by cook type:

•      Sear zone (600–700°F): steaks, burgers, chops

•      Grilling sweet spot (350–475°F): chicken, pork, seafood, vegetables

•      Gentle heat (225–325°F): delicate fish, fruit, holding warm

Can you sear a steak on an electric grill?

Yes. At 700°F, a 1-inch ribeye gets a hard crust in 2–3 minutes per side. No hot spots. No flare-ups.

What makes the sear work:

•      Even heat edge to edge, so every steak gets the same crust

•      Fast heat recovery after the lid opens, so temps don't crash when you flip

•      Multi-zone control to sear on one side, finish on the other

That edge-to-edge consistency is what most electric grills miss. The Model G2 patented system solves it.

Where can you use an electric grill?

Anywhere there's a 120V standard outlet: balconies where flames are banned, decks, patios, covered porches, outdoor kitchens. No propane tanks. No charcoal cleanup. Plug in and cook.

What makes the Current® Model G2 different?

Real heat. Even cooking. Precise control edge to edge. Easy to use, easy to clean.

•      Up to 700°F for true sear performance

•      Multi-zone control: sear one side, finish the other

•      Patented heating system for even temps across the whole grate

•      Flavor Trays for adding smoke or steam

•      Smart app connectivity with food probes, guided cooks, and remote temperature control

•      Weather-ready build for balconies, patios, and backyards

Electric grill BBQ FAQs

Do electric grills get hot enough for BBQ?

Yes. The Model G2 reaches 700°F across the full grate. On par with charcoal and gas for searing.

Can an electric grill sear a steak?

Yes. At 700°F, a 1-inch steak gets a hard crust in 2–3 minutes per side.

Do electric grills taste like gas or charcoal?

Yes. BBQ flavor comes from the Maillard reaction and fat vaporizing on a hot surface. Both happen on the Model G2 at 700°F. Same savory, slightly smoky char, without the open flame.

Are electric grills good for apartments?

Yes. Electric grills are often the only grills allowed on apartment balconies. The Model G2 plugs into a standard outlet with no open flame cooking.

Does the Model G2 need a special outlet?

The Model G2 runs on standard 120V household power. A dedicated 15-amp breaker is required. A 20-amp circuit is recommended for steady performance. No 240V wiring, no panel upgrades, no special outlet.

BBQ without the barriers

Real BBQ has always been about the result: a perfect crust, juice running clear, smoke on your clothes. It was never about the fuel.

The Model G2 delivers. Quick weeknight dinners. Weekend meal prep. Saturday spreads. Sunday burgers on the balcony.

Plug it in. Dial in the temp. Cook.