Electric BBQs

The CrossRay electric BBQ uses patented infrared burner technology to deliver the heat intensity you'd expect from gas, without the gas bottle, the flare-ups, or the restrictions that come with open flames. Infrared heat cooks food directly and evenly across the entire grill surface - no hot spots, no cold spots, just consistent results whether you're searing steaks, grilling vegetables, or cooking for a crowd.

Because CrossRay runs on electricity, it can be used where gas and charcoal BBQs aren't permitted: apartment balconies, managed estates, campsites, and indoor-adjacent outdoor spaces. It performs in any weather, which in the UK matters more than most places.

No warm-up delays, no ongoing gas costs, and significantly less smoke than traditional barbecues - cleaner cooking, with no trade-off on flavour.

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Electric BBQ FAQ's

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What is an electric BBQ?

An electric BBQ is an outdoor grill powered by electricity instead of gas or charcoal. It is designed to make outdoor cooking easier, with no gas bottles to replace and no charcoal to light. The Dimplex Crossray eXtreme takes this further with infrared cooking technology, giving you real BBQ performance in a convenient electric format.

Are electric BBQs any good?

Yes, a good electric BBQ can deliver strong, reliable cooking performance without the hassle of gas. The Crossray eXtreme is designed to bring “real BBQ sizzle” to electric outdoor cooking, using infrared heat to cook food evenly and efficiently. Crossray describes its infrared technology as helping reduce hot and cold spots across the grill surface.

Do electric BBQs need gas?

No. Electric BBQs do not need gas bottles, which makes them simple and convenient to use. The Dimplex Crossray eXtreme is powered by electricity, so you can enjoy outdoor grilling without storing, connecting or replacing gas bottles.

What is infrared BBQ cooking?

Infrared BBQ cooking uses direct, intense heat rather than relying only on hot air moving around the grill. This helps deliver even heat across the cooking surface and supports high-temperature searing, helping lock in flavour and moisture. Crossray highlights this as a key part of how its BBQs grill, bake, roast, cook low and slow, and even cook pizza.

Is an electric BBQ suitable for a patio or garden?

Yes, an electric BBQ is a practical choice for gardens, patios and outdoor spaces where you want convenient cooking without gas. The Dimplex Crossray eXtreme is positioned as a powerful electric BBQ option for outdoor cooking, with the benefit of no gas bottles and a more straightforward setup. Always use it outdoors and follow the product manual for safe positioning and use.

Why choose Dimplex Crossray?

Crossray is designed to bring the performance of a traditional BBQ into a more convenient electric format. Instead of relying on gas or charcoal, the Dimplex Crossray eXtreme uses advanced infrared cooking technology to deliver direct, powerful heat across the grill. This helps reduce hot and cold spots, supports even cooking, and gives you the high-heat searing performance you expect from a BBQ — with no gas bottle needed.

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Electric BBQs

Electric BBQ FAQ's