Don't have that but my Wolf dual fuel range has an infrared grill.

The infrared system is a bit different than you may be used to. Hot.

Anyway, the infrared method has been around for a while. As I recall it originaly was developed for drying automotive paints and was then adopted for cooking. The patent has recently expired so now there are more product offerings to be found.

Here is one link. I'll provie another link next post because I don't know if I can post two links in the same post.

Here is a link that might be useful: Solaire

Here is #2

Here is a link that might be useful: TEC

This is a new product for Char-Broil. they abonded the infra-red system they used a year ago from TEC. They seem to do their product research by selling grills to the public and seeing how things work. Weber's are better quality and more proven technology.

that said - the link below will share experiences of Red owners. You should browse the rest of that forum for other grill input

Here is a link that might be useful: BBQ Forum - red

I've been using a little infrared grill for almost two years now, and highly recommend this method of outdoor cooking. It gets crazy hot (like 1200F), turns out great steaks, heats up quickly, easy to clean, etc.

However, the Char-Broil Red is not a true infrared grill -- it is a radiant grill. If you pay close attention to their video, look at their PDF manual, and read the review below, you'll see that it's nothing more than an enclosed heating system.

Kind of like cooking over a red-hot cast iron pan. That's radiant, and somewhat infrared, but not true infrared grilling...

Here is a link that might be useful: About.com Review - Char-Broil RED

Thanks for the help, everyone-- the link to the bbq forum was especially useful: those folks take their grills seriously! I think I gained a couple pounds just reading about the food they make...

I think that point that this is radiant, in the 500, possibly as hot as 700 degree range, as opposed to 1200 degree infra red is very valid.
The Solaires look great, but so expensive: I'm building a new house, and the line of credit might allow me to sneak one of these in, but I'm reluctant-- maybe in a couple years, after the dust has settled.

If I didn't have a pretty immeadiate need for a new grill, I'd probably wait a year and see what evolves.

But I do need one, and the consensus seems to be that this machine does generate higher temps than a conventional open flame burner.

So I may pay a visit to HD tomorrow, and succumb to temptation...

glad the bbq forum linked helped. Just want to give another good comment about the small style infrared grill jow blowe mentioned. I have one that is basically identical - just sold under another brand name that I picked up for $79. Great for small meals / searing a steak, etc

Here is a link that might be useful: Ultra Sear Portable Infrared grilling machine under $100

oruboris,

Allow me to be blunt: I think you're making a big mistake.

As pointed out in the BBQSource thread (and all over alt.food.barbecue), Char-Broil has a habit of releasing "underdeveloped" products into the market, and then depending on the consumer to field test it and identify the bugs. You'll be the guinea pig on this one!

Instead of paying $600 (or $900!) on a grill that may or may not last a few years, how 'bout buying a solid starter grill like a Weber E-310 (see here or here). With the money saved, you can buy an UltraSear infrared grill to sear on the side and then finish up over on the Weber.

I bought the 3 burner "infrared" model a week ago and it's going back tomorrow. The salesman had a great pitch but the flavor and texture of meat off this "grill" is terrible. I should've stuck with Weber. Steaks, chicken, asparagus, pineapple etc taste like they were done in an oven NOT on a grill. A complete waste of my money!!!! Buyer beware.

This is the worst piece of junk I ever bought. 3 months old and the drip tray has warped under the grates making a belly in the middle, the decals have started peeling and the regulator acts up not allowing enough gas to flow to get the temp over 300 degrees. The servivce department is like a chinese fire drill. They tell you to take photos and will send parts. So I guess every three months I'll have to replace the drip pan and decals??? No solutions , no explanations.

I use a CharBroil infrared grill. But I think a smoker is much better because meat and vegetables are tastier.