Why We Chose the Royal Gourmet GA6402H 6 Burner Grill
Why This Model Made Sense for Our Backyard
🔄 Update: Availability Notice (as of 2/21/2026)
The original BBQ grill we tested is currently sold out at Walmart. Because we know many readers are looking for a similar option in the same price range, we’ve identified three comparable grills that offer nearly the same size, performance, and feature set with only minor differences in design and heat distribution. If you’re shopping for a comparable alternative, we’ve outlined the closest matches below so you can choose the one that best fits your backyard setup and cooking style.
When we moved into our new home this season, one of the first things we needed was a proper backyard grill.
Quick Overview
🚀 Our Score
👍 Pros
- Large cooking space
- Six burner heat zones
- Sear burner for finishing
- Good value for size
- Performs well after adjustments
👎 Cons
- Rear heat loss out of the box
- Stock regulator underperformed
- Full assembly required
- Needs minor optimization for best performance
🛠️ Flexibility & Setup
🔥 Quality & Reliability
🧠 Ease of Use
💰 Budget
⭐ Ideal For
Backyard cooking and weekend projects.
🚫 Not Ideal For
Anyone expecting perfect heat retention without minor adjustments.
❣️ Tested in our home by Chris & Candy:
Our old natural gas BBQ didn’t make the move, and cooking inside every night just didn’t feel the same. Chris really wanted a large grill again, something strong enough for steaks, burgers, and slow-smoked weekends.
After comparing a few models in the same price range, we chose the Royal Gourmet GA6402H 6-Burner BBQ Gas Grill from Walmart because it looked like a solid upgrade without going into luxury pricing.
We bought it with our own money and tested it ourselves to see if it could truly replace what we had before.
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- Largest Space: Massive 892 sq. in. surface (39 burgers).
- High Power: 74,000 BTU for rapid pre-heating.
- Unique Look: Standout Olive Green porcelain finish.
- Huge Footprint: Very bulky; side shelves are fixed and don't fold.
- Basic Features: No specialized storage for knives or paper towels.
- Chipping Risk: Porcelain coating can chip if struck by heavy tools.
- Smart Storage: Built-in magnetic knife holder, towel rack, and spice baskets.
- Foldable Shelf: One side folds down for easier storage in tight spots.
- Balanced Size: Still handles 31 burgers—perfect for most families.
- Reduced Surface: 100 sq. in. smaller than the Olive model.
- More Parts: Higher "feature" count makes assembly more tedious.
- Lighter Build: Uses thinner gauge steel in the lower cabinet.
- Premium Material: All-stainless steel resists rust and weather best.
- Elite Mobility: Four heavy-duty locking casters for easy deck moving.
- Focused Heat: Smaller cook box makes the sear burner even more intense.
- Smallest Surface: Tightest fit of the three (25-30 burgers).
- Lower BTU: 71,000 total—lowest raw power in the lineup.
- High Maintenance: Requires frequent polishing to keep the steel shiny.
How It Performed in Everyday Use
What We Noticed After Multiple Uses
Over the last few weeks, we’ve used this propane grill about six times. We’ve cooked regular BBQ meals and even used it as a smoker.
It arrived fully boxed and had to be assembled from scratch. With Candy organizing the parts and Chris handling the tools, assembly went smoother than expected.
The grill heats up fast and gives a lot of cooking space, which we love for family-style meals. Chris used it more during testing, especially when experimenting with smoking meat.
At first, we noticed heat escaping from the back where the lid closes. That made it harder to keep a steady temperature. Chris added a simple aluminum foil barrier in that gap, and it made a big difference.
We also replaced the original pressure regulator with a better-quality one after the first one acted up. Once those two issues were fixed, the grill started performing much better.
What We Liked and What Needed Adjusting
Where It Performed Well
What worked well?
The size is generous, the six burners allow different heat zones, and the sear burner is great for finishing steaks. For the price, it feels strong and capable.
Compared to our previous natural gas grill, performance is about the same once properly adjusted. What didn’t work well?
The heat loss from the back is real, and the stock regulator wasn’t reliable in our case.
This grill fits well for cooking, BBQing, and smoking at home, especially if you enjoy hands-on tweaking.
We’ve tested other grills before, and this one sits comfortably in the “good value after setup” category.
Is It Worth the Investment?
Would We Use It Again
So, would we use it again? Yes.
Would we repurchase it? Yes, especially knowing what small upgrades improve it.
After the adjustments, our score went from a 5.0 to a solid 9.0. It now works like a champ. It fits an everyday backyard lifestyle, from casual dinners to weekend smoking projects.
Recently, we slow-smoked an 8 lb prime rib on it, and it came out just under medium rare (like Chris likes it) with perfect smoke flavor.
That was the moment we felt confident keeping it long term.
Our Testing and Transparency
We purchased this grill with our own money and tested it in real backyard cooking sessions.
We made real adjustments, documented performance changes, and based this review on hands-on experience.
This is not sponsored content. We will update this review if long-term performance changes.
