It hasn’t been long since the first AI grill entered the market, and it was an impressive piece of technology. It changed how people grilled their favorite meat, opening the doors to those without the skills to handle traditional grilling. After all, doing it according to the good old way may be magical, but it takes time to master.
However, AI grills promise deliciously grilled meals with the single push of a button (and some talking to the assistant). This article will explore this innovative product and the top features retailers should look out for when stocking AI grills in 2025.
Table of Contents
What are AI grills? And who are the top brands?
4 features that make AI grills a total game changer
1. Wireless connectivity
2. Pre-set cooking programs
3. Precision sensors
4. AI-powered learning for smarter grilling
Final words
What are AI grills? And who are the top brands?
AI grills offer everything a regular grill does but are backed by powerful algorithms. They offer precision cooking with a low entry barrier, meaning even absolute novices can cook a great meal with them. Two companies, Brisk It and Seergrills, are leading the charge here, promising that AI is the key to perfect grills—and they are not wrong.
For example, Seergrills’s “The Perfecta” uses impressive NeuralFire technology. So, instead of the old way of fire, wood, and coal, this AI grill powers its heating technology with processors and sensors, allowing users to cook to their preferred doneness. The brand claims that its grill can perfectly cook a 1-inch rib-eye steak in a little over a minute—that’s mind-blowing!
Even if consumers want something closer to the traditional grilling experience, they can get the best of both worlds with the “Brisk It’s” NeoSear grill. Instead of processors and sensors, this AI grill combines electric heating with wood pellets to sear and smoke protein based on the user’s preferences. Even better, the NeoSear grill offers a real-time grilling assistant that users can talk to and say how they want their meal.
However, these products are relatively new and expensive (up to $3,500 for The Perfecta). Eventually, AI grills will become more accessible to the average consumer, so here are the top features retailers can look forward to.
4 features that make AI grills a total game changer
1. Wireless connectivity
Another “smart” feature of AI grills is its wireless connectivity. Users can connect to their AI grills through their mobile phones and do everything from controlling to monitoring. For example, the two brands discussed earlier give users access to mobile apps, allowing them to set the right temperature and sear for their meats.
But that’s not all. The app also lets consumers choose the type of meat, the cut, the doneness level, and other settings like preheat. Here are other things consumers can achieve with wireless connectivity:
- Users can easily adjust the grill temperature without touching the equipment.
- The app will send alerts when it’s time to flip, baste, or remove the food.
- Consumers will also get access to real-time progress reports while they do other things for their guests.
Pro tip: The best AI grills should have intuitive and feature-rich apps with recipe recommendations, cooking history, and troubleshooting tips. For bonus points, consumers will love the ability to set custom cooking profiles for specific meals.
2. Pre-set cooking programs
Since AI grills require less experience, it makes sense that they will come with pre-programmed recipes and cooking modes for beginners that are easy to control. These settings will consider food type, thickness, and desired doneness, ensuring users get reliable results. Some common pre-sets include:
- Steak (rare, medium, and well-done – some grills come with extra options)
- Chicken (whole, breasts, or thighs)
- Seafood (salmon, shrimp, or scallops)
- Vegetables (corn, mushrooms, or zucchini)
Pre-set programs remove any intimidation consumers may face when using these appliances. They’ll make gourmet grilling accessible to everyone, even those who have never held a spatula.
3. Precision sensors
Sensors are arguably the most important part of an AI grill. They can easily track the grill’s temperature in real time, ensuring users get exactly what they want with even heat distribution and consistent cooking. More importantly, AI grills may come with multiple sensors that handle different tasks, including:
- Monitoring internal grill temperature: These sensors are handy for slow-cooked recipes. Consumers can cook smoked briskets with steady, low heat without worrying about it burning to a crisp.
- Meat temperature tracking: AI grills also have meat probes to help achieve that convenient grilling perfection. That way, they can measure the exact doneness, which allows users to remove the guesswork.
- External factor compensation: If it gets too hot, cold, or windy, sensors can help detect such weather changes. They will also adjust the heat automatically so everything goes according to plan.
4. AI-powered learning for smarter grilling
Another thing worth looking forward to is AI’s ability to learn. These grills can improve the more consumers use them, meaning their adaptive PID algorithms can adapt to what they like the most and other factors (including cooking habits). The goal is to deliver a better overall experience that’s not possible with traditional grills.
Note: AI grills with software updates will give consumers new features and improved algorithms.
Final words
AI grills look promising, especially for anyone looking for a grill but lacking the necessary experience. They are smart, easy to use, and innovative, making them a must-buy for a high-tech kitchen. Although they cost more than the average consumer can afford right now, it’s simply because they’re still new. Once more brands step in with their own version of AI grills, they will become more available and affordable. But for now, they’re certainly looking like a worthwhile investment.
