Brand 1500533 Grill Review
Our verdict
The Brand 1500533 is a large 4-burner propane grill with 641 square inches of stainless steel cooking surface, built to handle family cookouts and backyard entertaining. At $949 it competes in the mid-to-upper price tier where buyers expect solid materials and enough room to feed a crowd.
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Families and frequent entertainers who need a large-capacity propane grill with serious cooking real estate and durable stainless steel construction.
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You cook solo or for small groups, or you want a grill with published BTU output for comparison shopping.
- Fuel Propane
- Burners 4
- Cooking area 641 Sq In
- Material Stainless Steel
- Install Freestanding
- Color Black
- Priced 148% above the category median ($381.99 across 260 tracked models)
- Weight of 188.0 lb - heavier than 92% of the 261 models we track
Pros
- 641 sq in cooking area handles large meals comfortably
- 4 burners allow independent heat zone control
- Stainless steel construction resists rust and holds up outdoors
- 210-review base with 4.5 average reflects consistent satisfaction
- Freestanding design suits permanent patio placement
Cons
- BTU output not published, limiting heat output comparisons
- 188 pounds means this stays where you put it
- No warming rack listed in available specs
- $949 puts it in a competitive tier where some rivals publish fuller spec sheets
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 210 owner ratings
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Popularity3.9/5
210 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other grills, grill parts and burners, smokers and smoking gear, grill tools, outdoor griddles, outdoor kitchen appliances and grill covers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['Four burners spanning 641 square inches of primary cooking area puts this grill in territory where you can run different heat zones at the same time. That means searing over high heat on one side while holding finished food on a lower flame on the other.', 'Stainless steel construction and a 188-pound build weight point toward a grill built for a permanent patio setup rather than occasional use. That weight and the 57.7 by 27-inch footprint mean you are not moving this around once it is set up.', 'With 210 reviews averaging 4.5 stars at $949, buyer satisfaction is strong for this category. The absence of a published BTU figure is a gap for buyers who compare heat output across models, but the spec set otherwise gives you enough to evaluate fit for your backyard.']
Specifications
| Fuel | Propane |
|---|---|
| Burners | 4 |
| Cooking area | 641 Sq In |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Install | Freestanding |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 27 X 57.7 X 48.1 In |
| Weight | 188.0 lb |
Performance notes
With 4 burners over 641 square inches of stainless steel grating, this grill can divide into distinct hot and cool zones during a cook. No BTU total is listed, so heat output per zone cannot be directly compared to rivals. The 188-pound frame and 57.7-inch width suggest a heavy-duty platform appropriate for daily outdoor cooking. Stainless steel grates are easier to maintain than cast iron and hold up to weather between sessions.
What buyers say
210 reviews at a 4.5-star average is one of the stronger feedback signals in this price range. The volume gives the rating statistical weight, suggesting real-world performance holds up across different buyers and cooking situations.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people can this grill cook for at once?
With 641 square inches of primary cooking space, you can comfortably fit 20 or more standard burger patties at once. For a typical backyard party of 10 to 15 people, you can run a full cook in one or two passes depending on what you are making.
Does stainless steel mean the grill is fully rust-proof?
Stainless steel resists rust better than painted or cast iron surfaces, but it is not completely immune, especially at welded joints or if left uncovered in wet climates. Covering the grill when not in use and wiping down the grates after each cook extends its life significantly.
Is 188 pounds typical for a 4-burner grill at this price?
188 pounds is on the heavier side even for large 4-burner grills, which usually run 80 to 150 pounds. The extra weight typically reflects thicker gauge steel in the firebox and cart, which can benefit heat retention and long-term durability.