Best Grilling Charcoal of 2025

"I've tried several lump charcoals, but I keep coming back to Jealous Devil. It's the best brand I've found, with larger pieces that aren't too massive. I appreciate that I only find charcoal in my bag, unlike other brands. It's a great product at a reasonable price."

"I switched to Jealous Devil based on reviews, and I'm glad I did. The medium-sized chunks have no chemical smell, which is a plus. While it burns medium hot, it lasts for my 12-hour brisket cooks, which was a pleasant surprise."

"This is my first experience with Jealous Devil, and it lives up to the legend. The price is fantastic, and it's better than other briquettes. I believe I’m now a new recruit to this lump charcoal."

“These coals are fantastic! I love that they don’t require lighter fluid, which makes everything so much easier. I’ve used them in my bullet smoker and noticed they light up hotter than the regular kind. Overall, they perform similarly in burn time, but the ease of use really makes them my go-to choice from now on.”

“Match Light never disappoints! I’ve had countless perfect grilling experiences without the hassle and mess of lighting fluid. It’s a game changer!”

“I was hesitant to start a fire myself, but this product made it incredibly simple. With just a lighter, I was able to enjoy a cozy evening in the backyard. I cooked skewers and potatoes, and even did some BBQ after I gained my confidence. Plus, it was affordable and shipped quickly!”

"I used this charcoal to smoke a 6-pound pork butt, and it took about 9 hours. The chunks were nice and big, though some were a bit too large for my chimney. Even after the long cook, I didn’t need to refill the smoker once, and I even reused the coals for my next cook. This is the best value charcoal I've ever tried!"

"Initially, I didn’t expect much due to the price, but now I’m on my 5th bag and it’s consistently impressive. The lump coal sizes are great without a lot of crumbles, and the taste and quality are top-notch. I’ve tried all the big brands, and this one is almost half the price with comparable quality."

"I have a large Primo Kamado grill, and I go through about 4 to 6 bags a year. I’ve tried different brands, and so far, the Masterbuilt brand has been quite good. It has mostly larger chunks for a long burn and produces a very hot fire for grilling. I’m ordering another bag soon!"

"I find this charcoal to be a great value for my Big Green Egg. It burns hot and seems to last longer than others I've tried. The bag size is perfect for easy handling."

"I've used various lump charcoals, and this one gives a fantastic hardwood smoke flavor. However, I did notice that the chunk sizes vary a lot, which can make it tricky to control temperatures in my smaller smoker."

"I switched to this brand because it has no chemical taste, which I really appreciate. If you put out the fire right after cooking, you can save the charcoal for next time. It's a great money-saver!"

"I usually don’t write reviews, but I had to for this. This charcoal is incredible, and the taste of my BBQ was superb. Thank you!"

"I got this lump charcoal as a gift, which might seem odd, but the person I gave it to said it works really well. I’m really glad to hear that since I’ve never used lump charcoal myself."

"I haven’t used it yet, but it arrived on time. I would imagine it will light up just fine because, after all, charcoal is charcoal."

"I've been using this charcoal for a while now and I really enjoy it. It's easy to light and the smoky flavor it adds to my food is quite good. It lasts for a decently long time—I can cook a pork butt all day without needing to reload. However, I did notice some smaller pieces in the bag, which could be due to shipping."

"I don't typically write reviews, but this Rockwood All Natural Hardwood charcoal is truly exceptional. I used to go for Kingsford, but now I’m all about Rockwood. It starts quickly and burns longer and more evenly, allowing me to grill multiple items without adding more charcoal. I’m thoroughly impressed and would recommend it to anyone!"

"I love this new charcoal! It gives a nice smoke flavor to my food and lights up easily. On top of that, it gets really hot, which means I can use less for shorter cooking times. Overall, it's become my go-to choice."

"I ordered these for a friend, and he said they lit up quickly, smelled great, and cooked his food perfectly."

"I typically don't write Amazon reviews, but this product is so innovative. The charcoal burned a long time, and I grilled an entire meal without needing much fuel. I'm also impressed by their commitment to sustainability!"

"I bought the Organic Charcoal Briquettes hoping for a longer burn time and that they would be reusable, but unfortunately, they didn't meet my expectations. While they leave less ash, they burn as fast as regular briquettes and are not easier to light."

"These are really impressive because they burn a lot longer than most. I appreciate how lightweight they are, yet they ignite easily and get very hot. I'm very happy with these and would definitely recommend them!"

"I found these charcoals to work well and last quite a while. However, I did have a bit of trouble getting them to light initially. I needed to keep a flame nearby, but once they were going, they burned great!"

"When I received these, I was surprised by their small size. They feel denser than normal charcoal, and while they do take longer to light, once ignited they burn longer than regular briquettes. I may not use them in my large grills, but they could be perfect for a small hibachi grill."

"I think these things are fantastic! They burn long, hot, and clean, so my food stays free of soot or ash while cooking. The best part is that I can soak them in water after use and save them for my next cook, making them a super economical choice! I believe they're a must-have for any backyard BBQ cook!"

"Using this charcoal was a game changer for my slow-cooked brisket! The hex shape allowed me to control the heat perfectly, and it burned for a solid 18 hours in my Egg. I even used the leftover coals to cook up steaks the next day. It's worth every penny, especially since I prefer organic products to avoid chemicals in my food!"

"I'm really impressed with these coals. They provide adequate heat once lit and don’t smoke much. However, I found them a bit difficult to light. I initially used a torch but had to resort to my gas stove to get them going, which took quite some time. I might try a chimney starter for an easier experience next time!"

“I found my newest grilling must-have! The flavor is incredible and I will definitely stock up for the 2025 grilling season! A NO REGRET PURCHASE!”

“I was impressed by how quickly it lights. There are no gross fumes, and everything cooks beautifully with a delicious applewood smoke.”

“OMG, this is amazing! The taste and smell are outstanding. I highly recommend it. A neighbor even followed the scent from two houses down!”