Bull Outlaw Grill Review: 4-Burner Built-In & Freestanding Gas Grill
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The Bull Outlaw is the entry-level 4-burner in the Bull BBQ outdoor kitchen lineup โ built from the same 304 stainless steel as the Angus and Brahma, running the same ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology, and available in both a freestanding cart configuration and a 30-inch built-in head for outdoor kitchen islands. Where the Outlaw differs from its siblings is what it leaves out: no rear infrared rotisserie burner, no interior halogen lights, and porcelain cast iron burners instead of the cast stainless steel found on the Angus and Brahma.
The result is a gas grill that delivers Bull's core 304 SS build quality and 60,000 BTU output at a lower price point โ the right call for buyers who want the Bull construction standard without paying for features they won't use. As an authorized Bull dealer, we've installed the Outlaw across dozens of outdoor kitchen builds. Here's the full review. For a look at the complete Bull lineup, see our Bull grill reviews hub.
Quick Answer
The Bull Outlaw is a solid entry-level built-in and freestanding gas grill โ 4 burners, 60,000 BTU, 540 sq in primary cooking area, 304 stainless steel construction, and ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology throughout. It's the right choice for buyers building an outdoor kitchen island on a tighter budget, or those who want a reliable outdoor gas grill without the premium extras of the Angus. The freestanding cart version is right for standalone patio use. The 30-inch built-in head drops cleanly into any outdoor kitchen island cutout. Both deliver the same cooking performance at 60,000 BTU.
Bull Outlaw Grill Reviews: Freestanding & Built-In Models
Bull Outlaw Built-In vs Freestanding โ Specs & Configuration
The Outlaw freestanding and built-in share identical cooking specs โ same 4 burners, same 60,000 BTU, same 540 sq in primary surface. The difference is purely configuration. Here's how to choose between the two and what each one includes.
Freestanding or Built-In โ How to Choose
The cooking performance is identical on both configurations โ this decision is entirely about your outdoor setup. If you have an existing patio or deck and want a standalone gas grill you can position anywhere, the freestanding cart is the straightforward call. The grills freestanding version comes with full cabinet storage and side shelves included โ nothing extra to purchase.
If you're building or already have an outdoor kitchen island, the 30-inch built-in head is purpose-designed for that application โ compact footprint, clean flush-mount trim, and access to the full Bull outdoor kitchen accessory ecosystem. Browse our Bull outdoor kitchen collection to see the full range of matching accessories.
Not sure which configuration fits your space? Our guide on built-in vs freestanding grills breaks down the pros and cons of each setup before you buy.
Outlaw Performance: Build, ReliaBull & Real-World Results
The Outlaw is built on the same 304 stainless steel foundation as every other grill in the Bull BBQ lineup โ same ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology, same solid SS cooking grates, same heavy-gauge construction. Where it steps back from the Angus and Brahma is burner material and premium features. Here's the full breakdown.
Bull Grills โ Outdoor Kitchen Gas Grill Overview
304 Stainless Steel Construction โ Same Build Standard as the Angus & Brahma
The Outlaw is built from 14-gauge 304 stainless steel throughout โ the same commercial-grade steel bbq construction used on every grill in the Bull lineup. The hood, cabinet doors, side shelves, and frame are all 304 SS โ heavier and more corrosion-resistant than the 430 SS or painted steel found on most grills at this price. The dual-lined stainless hood retains heat evenly and holds its shape over years of outdoor use without warping or pitting from coastal salt air.
The built-in head carries the same 304 SS standard โ trim kit, hood, and grill body are all the same heavy-gauge stainless. When dropped into an outdoor kitchen island, the Outlaw's finish matches Bull's refrigerators, storage drawers, and cabinetry seamlessly. This is one of the most important reasons buyers choose Bull over entry-level big box grills for island builds โ the construction quality is consistent across the entire outdoor product ecosystem.
ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology โ Standard on Every Bull Grill
Bull ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology โ How It Works
ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology uses perforated stainless steel flame tamers above each burner โ spreading heat laterally across the entire cooking surface rather than letting it spike in columns directly above each burner. Bull's engineers claim 150% better heat distribution compared to conventional burner setups. On the Outlaw this means the full 540 sq in primary surface is usable, not just the zones directly over each burner.
The flame tamers also catch drippings and vaporize them on contact โ sending smoke back into the food and preventing flare-ups from charring the outside of your meat. The Outlaw gets the identical ReliaBull system as the Angus, Brahma, and Diablo. The only thing it doesn't have is a rear infrared burner for dedicated rotisserie cooking.
Porcelain Cast Iron Burners & Solid SS Cooking Grates
Porcelain Cast Iron Burners โ 5-Year Warranty
This is the most important difference between the Outlaw and the Angus or Brahma. The Outlaw uses porcelain-coated cast iron burners with a 5-year warranty. The Angus and Brahma use cast stainless steel burners with a lifetime warranty. Porcelain cast iron is still a solid burner material โ durable, even-firing, and resistant to flare-up damage. But cast SS is more durable long-term and the lifetime warranty on the Angus/Brahma reflects that. For buyers who want Bull's outdoor kitchen build quality without paying for cast SS burners, the Outlaw is the right trade-off.
Solid SS Cooking Grates โ Lifetime Warranty
The Outlaw's solid stainless steel cooking grates carry a lifetime warranty โ same as on the Angus and Brahma. The round rod design produces defined sear marks and holds temperature when cold protein hits the surface. They're rust-proof, dishwasher-safe, and require no seasoning. The grates are one area where the Outlaw matches the premium models in the Bull lineup exactly. For a buyer who primarily grills steaks, chicken, and burgers โ and doesn't need rotisserie โ the Outlaw's grates deliver the same everyday cooking result as the Angus at a lower price.
Bull Outlaw Warranty Breakdown
Stainless steel frame & housing
Lifetime warranty
Stainless steel cooking grates
Lifetime warranty
Porcelain cast iron burners
5-year warranty
Stainless steel flame tamers
3-year warranty
Valves, igniters & all other grill parts
1-year warranty
Real-World Performance Note
At 60,000 BTU across four burners the Outlaw heats quickly and maintains even temperature across the full 540 sq in primary surface. For everyday grilling โ burgers, chicken, fish, vegetables, steaks โ the Outlaw delivers the same result as the Angus at the same BTU output. The fire control is straightforward: four individual burner valves with Piezo push-button ignition per burner, a full-length pull-out grease tray below, and a heavy-duty built-in thermometer on the hood.
The honest limitation: no rear IR burner means no dedicated rotisserie capability. If spinning a whole chicken or leg of lamb on a rear burner is part of your regular outdoor cooking routine, step up to the Angus. If your weeknight grill routine is steaks, salmon, and vegetables โ the Outlaw performs at the same level for less money.
Outlaw vs Angus โ Which Bull BBQ Grill Should You Buy?
The most common question we get about the Outlaw is how it compares to the Angus. Both are 4-burner Bull grills at 60,000 BTU โ the differences are fewer than most buyers expect, but the ones that exist matter for the right buyer. Here's the full breakdown.
Bull Outlaw
Bull Angus
Burner Material โ The Biggest Difference
Key UpgradePorcelain Cast Iron
Durable and even-firing โ solid for everyday grilling. 5-year warranty.
Cast Stainless Steel โ
More durable long-term, higher heat retention. Lifetime warranty.
Main BTU Output
Same on Both60,000 BTU
Same output โ no difference in heat performance between the two.
60,000 BTU
Identical BTU output. This is not why you choose one over the other.
Primary Cooking Area
Similar540 sq in
Compact 30-inch footprint โ fits tighter island cutouts.
585 sq in โ
Slightly larger primary surface โ 45 sq in more than the Outlaw.
IR Rear Rotisserie Burner
Angus OnlyNot Included
No rear burner โ no rotisserie capability on the Outlaw.
Included โ
15,000 BTU rear IR burner โ rotisserie spit, motor, and forks all in the box.
Interior Halogen Lights
Angus OnlyNot Included
No interior cookbox lighting on the Outlaw.
Halogen Lights โ
Push-button halogen lights illuminate the full cookbox interior.
304 SS Construction & Cooking Grates
Same on Both304 SS ยท Solid SS Grates
14-gauge 304 SS throughout. Solid SS cooking grates on lifetime warranty.
304 SS ยท Solid SS Grates
Identical construction and grate spec โ no difference between the two here.
The cooking performance on both grills is essentially identical for everyday grilling โ same BTU, same ReliaBull system, same solid SS cooking grates. The Angus steps up with cast stainless steel burners on a lifetime warranty, an infrared rear rotisserie burner, full rotisserie kit, and interior halogen lights. If those three features matter to you, the Angus is worth the step up. If you primarily grill steaks, chicken, burgers, and fish and don't need rotisserie or interior lighting, the Outlaw delivers the same outdoor bull cooking result at a lower price. Read our full Bull Angus review for the complete breakdown, or our Bull Brahma review if you're also considering the 5-burner step up.
Buy the Outlaw If
You want Bull's 304 SS construction and ReliaBull Even-Heat in a 4-burner outdoor gas grill at the lowest price point in the lineup
You're building an outdoor kitchen island on a tighter budget โ the 30-inch built-in Outlaw head gives you the same Bull outdoor kitchen integration as the Angus at a lower cost
You grill steaks, chicken, burgers, and fish regularly but don't need a rotisserie โ 60,000 BTU and solid SS grates handle all of that without a rear IR burner
You want a compact 30-inch built-in footprint โ the Outlaw's smaller profile fits island cutouts where the larger Angus built-in won't
Step Up to the Angus If
You want a rear infrared rotisserie burner and full rotisserie kit included โ the Angus has it standard, the Outlaw doesn't and there's no add-on option
You want cast stainless steel burners on a lifetime warranty โ the Outlaw's porcelain cast iron burners are solid but carry only a 5-year warranty
You grill after dark regularly โ the Angus includes halogen interior lights, the Outlaw does not
You want maximum long-term durability โ cast SS burners outlast porcelain cast iron under heavy use, making the Angus the better 10+ year investment
Buying the Outlaw from an Authorized Bull Dealer
The Bull Outlaw is available at Home Depot and warehouse clubs โ but buying from an authorized dealer means your warranty is registered at point of sale and Bull grill parts are accessible through us when you need them. The Outlaw's 1-year warranty on valves and igniters makes that parts relationship more important than on a grill with full component coverage. We stock Bull replacement parts and can source directly as an authorized dealer.
For buyers configuring the Outlaw 30-inch built-in into an outdoor kitchen island, we spec complete Bull outdoor kitchen setups online โ refrigeration, storage drawers, sink stations, and cabinetry all in matching 304 SS. Browse our Bull outdoor kitchen collection or contact us to start your build.
Final Verdict: Bull Outlaw Grill Review
The Outlaw is the right entry point into the Bull BBQ outdoor kitchen lineup โ 304 stainless steel construction, ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology, solid SS cooking grates on a lifetime warranty, and 60,000 BTU across four burners at the most accessible price in the Bull gas grill range. Here's how it scores.
Our Verdict
The Bull Outlaw is the right product for buyers who want Bull's outdoor kitchen build quality without the full feature set of the Angus or Brahma. The 304 SS construction, ReliaBull Even-Heat, and lifetime warranty on grates are all here โ what you're trading away is the rear IR rotisserie burner, interior lights, and cast SS burners with a lifetime warranty. For buyers who don't need those features, that's not a trade-off โ it's a savings.
As an authorized Bull dealer with 20 years of outdoor kitchen design experience, we've installed the Outlaw built-in into more island builds than any other Bull head. The 30-inch footprint, clean trim kit, and matching 304 SS finish make it one of the most versatile entry-level built-in gas grills in the mid-tier outdoor kitchen market.
Frequently Asked Questions โ Bull Outlaw Grill
Are Bull Outlaw grills good quality?
Yes โ the Bull Outlaw is a well-built outdoor gas grill at its price point. Every Outlaw uses 14-gauge 304 stainless steel construction throughout, solid SS cooking grates on a lifetime warranty, and ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology โ the same system on the Angus and Brahma. The step-back from the premium models is burner material: the Outlaw uses porcelain cast iron burners with a 5-year warranty instead of the cast SS burners with a lifetime warranty on the Angus. For everyday grilling โ steaks, chicken, burgers, fish โ the Outlaw delivers reliable, even-heat bbq results at a competitive price.
What is the difference between the Bull Outlaw and the Bull Angus?
Both are 4-burner Bull grills at 60,000 BTU with 304 SS construction and ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology. The Angus steps up with three key additions: cast stainless steel burners on a lifetime warranty (vs porcelain cast iron on a 5-year warranty in the Outlaw), a rear infrared rotisserie burner with a full rotisserie kit included, and interior halogen lights. The Outlaw's cooking grates and frame carry the same lifetime warranty as the Angus. For buyers who don't need a rotisserie or interior lighting, the Outlaw delivers the same everyday grill performance at a lower price.
Does the Bull Outlaw have a rotisserie?
No โ the Bull Outlaw does not include a rear infrared rotisserie burner or a rotisserie kit. This is the most significant feature difference between the Outlaw and the Angus. The Outlaw is a dedicated direct-heat gas grill โ four burners, full cooking surface, no rear burner. If rotisserie cooking โ whole chickens, leg of lamb, large roasts โ is part of your regular outdoor cooking routine, step up to the Angus, which includes the rear IR burner, spit rod, motor, and forks as standard.
Is the Bull Outlaw good for outdoor kitchens?
Yes โ the Bull Outlaw 30-inch built-in head is purpose-designed for outdoor kitchen island installation. The compact 30-inch footprint fits smaller island cutouts where larger grill heads won't, the stainless steel trim kit gives a clean flush-mount finish, and the 304 SS construction matches Bull's full line of outdoor kitchen accessories โ refrigerators, storage drawers, sink stations, and cabinetry. As an authorized Bull dealer with 20 years of outdoor kitchen design experience, the Outlaw built-in is our most recommended entry-level grill head for buyers building a first outdoor kitchen island on a defined budget.
Where are Bull grills made?
Bull Outdoor Products Inc. is headquartered in Sacramento, California, founded in 1992 by Mark Nureddine. The grills are designed by CalPoly engineers in California and manufactured overseas to those specifications. Bull is not a made-in-USA product โ if domestic manufacturing is a priority, Broil King (Huntington, Indiana) or Fire Magic are alternatives. That said, the CalPoly engineering behind ReliaBull Even-Heat Technology and the 304 SS construction spec reflect a genuine quality investment regardless of where the grills are assembled. Bull's outdoor kitchen product line โ refrigerators, storage, ventilation โ is similarly specified for commercial-grade durability at a mid-tier price.
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