Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood
The 17 with the record, and the complaint that comes with 17 inches — One burner, 268 sq in and a hood, 4.7★ across 2,200. The bottle lasts about twice as long as on a Blackstone 22, and the commonest thing owners hold against it in the newest critical reviews is that it does not get hot enough
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Contender in the Lightweight division — Tabletop Griddle Showdown 2026: Blackstone 17 vs 22, Weber Slate, and What One Bottle Buys
Sold and shipped by Amazon · Non-returnable · read 2026-10-31
Specs
| Model | 1814 |
| Size | 17 in |
| Burners | 1 |
| BTU | 12,000 on the listing, not in the manual |
| Cooking area | 268 sq in |
| Cooktop | Rolled steel, seasoned by you |
| Hood | Integrated hood |
| Weight | 19.8 lb on the listing; Blackstone's own hooded 17s print 30 to 33 lb, so plan on those |
| Bottle at High | About 110 min (our arithmetic) |
| Fuel path | "ONLY USE A 1 LB" cylinder; no quick connects |
| Surface rule | Heat-resistant and flame-resistant surface |
| Lid rule | Hood "MUST be open/removed" in use |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Cooktop warranty | 1 year, all parts |
| Owner rating | 4.7★ / 2,200 |
| Sold on Amazon by | Amazon.com |
Pros
- A deep base, 84% five-star, 346 written reviews on this exact griddle
- A hood over the plate in transport
- About 110 minutes on a 1 lb bottle at full burn by our arithmetic
- Sold and shipped by Amazon.com
Cons
- Five of the ten newest critical reviews say not enough heat, one blaming wind under the griddle
- The hood is for transport: the manual says it must be open or removed when the griddle is in use
- The manual says only a 1 lb cylinder, though an owner complains the 20 lb hose is not in the box
- One owner, at 6 ft 4, calls it bulky, heavy and awkward to carry
Not enough heat, most of all in wind or cool air. Owners also report a missing regulator and the weight.
Of the 10 newest of 94 written critical reviews (read 2026-10-31): 5 not enough heat, 1 no 20 lb hose in the box, 1 missing regulator, 1 heavy, 1 spots on the plate, 1 listing says kitchen and the manual says outdoors. The histogram puts 4% of 2,200 ratings at one or two stars. · critical reviews read 2026-10-31
“Bought this for Father’s Day and it’s been a hit ever since. Light weight, durable, cooks evenly, great for us empty nesters, nonstick surface, and good value. So worth it!”— Ruth, Amazon · Verified owner
FAQ
Who is the Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood for?
You cook for one to three, you want a hood and a long record for under $200, and you can shelter it from wind. Want a hard sear for a crowd? This is the wrong griddle.
What do owners say about the Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood?
4.7★ across 2,200 owner ratings (Amazon, read 2026-10-31). What owners complain about: Not enough heat, most of all in wind or cool air. Owners also report a missing regulator and the weight.
Who sells the Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood on Amazon, and can it be returned?
Sold and shipped by Amazon, when we read the listing on 2026-10-31. Amazon's returns line read: Non-returnable. Sellers and return terms can change, so check both on the listing before you buy.
What is the warranty on the Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood?
1 year
Does the Blackstone 1814 17" Griddle with Hood warranty still apply if I buy it on Amazon?
Blackstone answers that in its own warranty document, which we read on 2026-10-31: The full manufacturer warranty is not valid for griddles purchased from unlicensed, third-party resellers We quote the maker rather than deciding your case — read the document before you buy if the warranty is why you are buying.
Record
- — Added in the tabletop griddle showdown: $159.99, 4.7 across 2,200, sold by Amazon.com.
Warranty — and what changes if you buy it on Amazon
1 year · you are buying this on Amazon
The full manufacturer warranty is not valid for griddles purchased from unlicensed, third-party resellers
Blackstone’s own warranty document · read
Read it yourself: Blackstone warranty document · we read it . Terms change without announcement, so treat this as a dated snapshot. How warranty works by buy path →
✓ Safety: no active recall — No active CPSC recall found (checked 2026-10-31)
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Data last verified: 2026-10-31. Ratings are real, dated reads — never scraped or invented. Full methodology and monetization disclosure: how we test.