Middleby Outdoor has announced that the Masterbuilt AutoIgnite Series 545 Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker has been recognized as a winner in the Good Housekeeping 2024 Best Kitchen Gear Awards. The recognition highlights the product’s features and advancements in outdoor cooking technology. The AutoIgnite, released in early 2024, is designed to make grilling and smoking more accessible to home cooks. It features a QuickStart Auto-Ignition button and app-enabled monitoring and control, allowing users to manage the cooking process conveniently. The MiniHopper is capable of holding up to four pounds of charcoal, providing cook times of up to five hours.
The grill is equipped with a cast iron QuickSear hopper griddle plate, bottom storage, and a system for easy cleanup with fully removable components. These features are intended to make the grilling process straightforward for users. The AutoIgnite aims to offer the convenience of gas grills while maintaining the flavor associated with charcoal grilling. Middleby Outdoor’s achievement marks the second consecutive year that one of its brands has received this accolade from Good Housekeeping, following the success of the Konnected Joe by Kamado Joe in 2023.
The selection process for the Good Housekeeping awards involved a comprehensive review by kitchen appliance, culinary, nutrition, and cleaning experts. Nearly 300 products were evaluated over a period of five months. The assessment focused on performance and ease of use, with products being tested both in the lab and by consumer testers in home kitchens. Winners were chosen based on their performance in these tests, user-friendliness, ease of cleaning, and comparison with other products in the same category. Feedback from consumer testers and product innovation were also considered by the lab experts.
According to Joshua Silva, vice president of brand at Middleby Outdoor, the award highlights the advancements the company has made in smart home technology and quality construction. The company aims to provide home cooks with easier grilling solutions while preserving the flavor that comes with charcoal grilling. The AutoIgnite is an example of Middleby Outdoor’s commitment to combining these elements.
Middleby Outdoor, a subsidiary of The Middleby Corporation, is known for its leadership in outdoor cooking innovation. The company includes brands such as Kamado Joe, Masterbuilt, and Char-Griller. The Middleby Corporation is recognized for its advanced innovations in commercial, residential, and industrial foodservice sectors.
For more information on the Masterbuilt AutoIgnite Grill, check out their website here.
