Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill vs Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle
By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 21 by Billy G.
Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet GrillvsBlackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle
Worth-It Score: 73/100WAITTraeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
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Verdict: The Traeger Ranger leads for users seeking wood-fired taste and portability, backed by consistent temperature control noted in CNET reviews. The Blackstone 22 Inch wins on raw cooking space and speed, with even heat distribution praised in Consumer Reports testing. Choose based on whether smoke flavor or flat-top versatility matters more for your outdoor meals.
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Winner: Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill
Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill: 8/10
Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill
Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle
Fuel Type
Wood pellets
Propane
Cooking Surface
160 sq in
360 sq in
Weight
23 lbs
35 lbs
Temperature Range
180-450°F
200-500°F
Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill
What works
Delivers authentic wood-smoked flavor
Compact and easy to transport for camping or tailgating
Digital controls for consistent low-and-slow cooking
What doesn't
Limited cooking area for larger groups
Requires both pellets and a power source for ignition
Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle
What works
Large flat surface ideal for breakfast foods and stir-fries
Quick heat-up and even searing performance
Simple propane operation with no pellets needed
What doesn't
Lacks true smoke flavor compared to pellet grills
Heavier and less compact for backpacking
Bottom line
Our pick: Traeger Ranger Portable Pellet Grill. It edges out the alternative on delivers authentic wood-smoked flavor. That said, Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle still wins on large flat surface ideal for breakfast foods and stir-fries — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.