Review of the Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper

The Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper is more expensive than supermarket brushes, but it is more durable and made to endure for multiple seasons.

Specs

• Product Name: Grill Brush and Scraper
• Product Brand: Grillart
• Weight: 12.6 oz.
• Product Dimensions: 3 x 18 x 4 in.
• Material: Stainless steel bristles

What We Enjoy

• bristle rows three
• Scraper built in
• Metal loop for hanging

What We Dislike

• moderately priced
• Scraper may be damaging to covered grates.
• Bristles have the potential to break.

Specs

We bought the Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper so our reviewer could use it on her grills. Continue reading for our complete product review.

I grill often. So I was intrigued whether the Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper had any advantages that would justify adding it to my cleaning arsenal for top-tier grill upkeep. It was effective on grills with thin-plated metal grates, thick stainless steel grates, and cast iron grates. When I was finished, I tested how simple it was to clean the brush so that it would be ready for its next assignment. Continue reading to find out whether the versatile brush is something you should have in your BBQ cooking arsenal.

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Tightly gripped bristles and a secure scraper

At first appearance, the Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper seems to be rather strong, with three rows of brushes constructed of twisted metal that firmly retains the bristles. This hard-cleaning durability assists you in avoiding cleaning a grill surface wrong using inappropriate ways. The twisted metal is joined to the long handle to produce a long, strong brush. The bristles, like those of other brushes with cut bristles, may break or come away. I’d say this brush won’t let go of bristles in typical usage after straining on a couple and being unable to take one out. They may, however, shatter from being bent back and forth repeatedly during intense cleaning. It’s a good idea to examine the brush on a regular basis to ensure the bristles are tight, and to check the grill for wayward bits of wire before placing food on the grill.

Other characteristics on the brush make it more convenient. The 18-inch long handle keeps your hands away from the heat and helps you to clean at all angles. A welded-on scraper on the back of the bristles is secure, and a metal hanging loop at the end of the handle makes it easy to keep the brush near the grill by hanging it on a hook or knob.

Stainless steel is the material

The bristles are constructed of stainless steel and will not rust or corrode. This metal contributes to the grill brush’s resilience and longevity. The handle is composed of hard plastic, which not only keeps you safe when using it, but also contributes to the grilling tool’s robust toughness.

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Cleaning effectiveness

A grill brush with a scraper sounds fantastic. And it is at times. It does, however, have certain drawbacks. The scraper is ideal for scraping, peeling, and dislodging burned-on food bits. The scraper’s cutouts in the corners suit most grates, and the scraper’s flat side may scrape the top of the grill. Scrapers, on the other hand, might be too abrasive on porcelain-coated grates, scraping or chipping the coating.

The scraper was useful for reaching into certain tight spots on the edges of a Weber grill, as well as scraping the rust off of cast iron grates that required particular attention. The scraper would also be useful for scraping the surface of a griddle or other flat surface.

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The scraper is ideal for scraping, peeling, and dislodging burned-on food bits.

With its densely packed wires, the brush itself is almost like a flat surface, thus it effectively cleaned all of the various grills I tried it on, as long as the brush was held down in such a manner that the bristles were flat on the grill. However, holding the brush at an excessively steep angle meant that the whole surface of the brush was not in contact with the grill. When this occurred, cleaning was not as efficient as it may have been.

It also functioned well in other hand moves since there are three spiral brushes near to each other. Holding the brush parallel to the grill grates, let the bristles to glide in between to thoroughly clean the wires or rods. Cleaning the grates from side to side provided a new perspective.

The brush performed nicely for cleaning the interior of a kamado grill lid that had collected layers of smoke. However, you must pay attention to how you hold the brush in order to use the wire bristles rather than pounding about with the scraper.

When I was cleaning rusted cast iron grates, this brush was strong enough to scrape at the hot grates while still holding onto the vinegar water to steam clean the grates for even greater rust removal.

I realized that the brush’s thick bristles could be used to apply oil to hot grates for seasoning and before cooking. When there were flare-ups from pouring oil, the long handle helped keep my hands away from the heat.

While the long handle is helpful for keeping your hands away from the heat while brushing gently, if you need to apply more pressure, you may find yourself choking on your grasp and holding the handle much closer to the brush head. Even so, you can clean the grill without using a glove—though having one on hand is a good idea if the heat becomes too high.

I realized that the brush’s thick bristles could be used to apply oil to hot grates for seasoning and before cooking.

Cleaning/Maintenance: A little effort is required.

Cleaning the object that cleans is sometimes necessary, and this grill brush is no exception. When scraping out totally charred portions, it was simple to rinse the brush in the kitchen sink or with the garden hose, but goopy sauces and sticky oil stuck to the bristles and required additional washing. Soaking the brush in hot water with dish soap or a degreasing solution removed the bulk of the muck, and rubbing it together with another brush also helped.

While the brush components are dishwasher safe, the fatty food particles may cause the dishwasher to clog, therefore it is not advised.

The work will be simpler to complete if the brush is cleaned on a regular basis, in part because the crud will be on the outside of the bristles rather than being driven deeper into the brush by continuous usage.

The work will be simpler to complete if the brush is cleaned on a regular basis, in part because the crud will be on the outside of the bristles rather than being driven deeper into the brush by continuous usage.

Price: mid-priced in comparison to peers; lifespan in comparison to peers

This brush is more costly than the inexpensive brushes you’ll get in the grocery store’s grilling area, ranging from $20 to $30, but it’s designed to last a lot longer. When properly cared for, it should survive for many years, as opposed to brushes that are deemed discarded at the end of the season.

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Weber 12-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush vs. Grillart Grill Brush with Scraper

The Weber 12-Inch 3-Sided Barbecue Brush is a low-cost, easy-to-use grill brush from a well-known brand. While the 3-Sided Grill Brush is less expensive and performs a fine job, it is not as sturdy and will most likely not survive numerous seasons. The Weber’s wholly different form, including the 12-inch handle, does not give as much extension away from the heat of the grill or as precise cleaning angles.

Final Decision

A barbecue brush that gets the job done.

Overall, the Grillart Grill Brush and Scraper performs well, with just a few small quibbles in the handle design and scraper positioning, which may get in the way at times. Still, the helpful scraper eliminates the need to scratch food off the grill grates on a regular basis, so it’s more of a personal preference than a definite yes or no.