“In a video review, the reviewer attempts to smoke meat on the Char-Broil Evolve, calling it one of the most technologically advanced Char-Broil grills to date. Initially thinking the app was a gimmick, the reviewer found it to be 'genius' after using it to grill and smoke ribs, highlighting the ability to control the two independent heating zones via the app. The review also praises the TRU-Infrared technology for making food 50% juicier and preventing flare-ups, as well as the two core temperature sensors that display the meat's internal temperature on the grill's touchscreen and in the app. The reviewer successfully cooked jerk barbecue smoked pork belly, noting it was cooked through perfectly thanks to the sensors and even had a smoky taste.”

“A user on the grillsportverein.de forum shared their initial experience with the grill. They found the assembly to be easy and the app connection via WLAN to be 'really brilliant,' allowing for control and monitoring of the grill, including the core temperature sensor and push alarms, from a smartphone. However, the user expressed some reservations about the grilling performance, feeling that it produces a lot of direct heat and not much indirect heat, making even cooking a bit difficult. They also felt the displayed temperature might not be accurate and that the grill is slower to react to temperature changes than a gas grill. The cleaning function was described as doing a 'decent job' of burning off residue, but not eliminating the need for manual brushing.”

“A review on T3 calls the Char-Broil Evolve one of the most stylish gas barbecues available and praises its easy assembly and well-built design. The reviewer was impressed with the app's ease of use and the ability to control the grill's temperature remotely, calling it 'groundbreaking stuff' for a gas grill. The TRU-Infrared technology is credited with producing succulent results, although it was noted that the meat can seem almost too moist. The overall verdict is positive, recommending the grill for those who love app-controlled devices and highlighting its excellent grilling performance. It's important to note this review is for the gas version of the Evolve, but it shares the same smart technology and app control.”

“Testberichte.de, a German comparison site, summarizes the Char-Broil Evolve Electric as a smart grill that offers more enjoyment thanks to precise heat in two zones and modern app control. They highlight the precise temperature regulation, support for up to four food thermometers, and the self-cleaning function as pros, while noting that the inserts can be difficult to remove as a con. The review emphasizes the convenience of the app for monitoring heat, timer, and core temperature, as well as the dual-zone cooking and wide temperature range from 90°C to 370°C.”