Backyard & outdoors

Gifts for the Guy Who Lives at the Grill

For the man who considers the backyard his second kitchen. These are the upgrades serious grillers actually want.

6 picks · Prices checked October 3, 2026

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Ooni Koda 2 Gas-Powered Pizza Oven
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Ooni

Koda 2 Gas-Powered Pizza Oven

Restaurant-style pizza in about 60 seconds, in the backyard, on propane. It turns a regular Saturday into an event.

Best for: The grill guy who's ready for a new project.

MEATER MEATER Pro Wireless Thermometer
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MEATER

MEATER Pro Wireless Thermometer

A truly wireless probe that sends the temperature to his phone, so he can stop hovering over the grill. Takes the guesswork out of steaks, roasts and the Thanksgiving turkey.

Best for: Anyone who grills, smokes or roasts.

Barebones Hurricane Lantern
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Barebones

Hurricane Lantern

A rugged, good-looking lantern for the porch, the campsite, or the next power outage. An easy add-on gift that feels thoughtful.

Best for: Porch-sitters and campers.

MEATER MEATER Block (4 Probes)
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MEATER

MEATER Block (4 Probes)

Four wireless probes in a wood charging block with its own Wi-Fi, so he can track the brisket, the chicken and the ribs at once from anywhere.

Best for: The backyard pitmaster who cooks for a crowd.

Ooni Pizza Peel Bundle
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Ooni

Pizza Peel Bundle

The launching and turning peels that make homemade pizza actually work. The perfect add-on for anyone with a pizza oven, or a nudge to get one.

Best for: Pizza-oven owners.

From $114 Shop at Ooni
Barebones Cast Iron Skillet Griddle
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Barebones

Cast Iron Skillet Griddle

A heavy cast-iron griddle that goes from grill grate to campfire to stovetop. Smash burgers, breakfast at the campsite, and a lifetime of use.

Best for: Campfire cooks and smash-burger devotees.