ArcPlate vs ArcGrill: Which One’s Right for Your Campfire Cook-Up?
When it comes to campfire cooking, the ArcPit gives you options — and we’re not just talking about what’s for dinner. If you’re tossing up between the ArcPlate and the ArcGrill, this guide will help you choose the right cooking plate for your setup.
The ArcPlate: Your Camp Kitchen Essential🍳
The ArcPlate is a solid flat hotplate, designed for those camp classics that need a steady surface. It holds in all the juices, keeps small ingredients from falling through, and makes cleanup a breeze.
✅ Best for cooking:
- Bacon & eggs
- Smash burgers
- Pancakes & toasties
- Sautéed onions
- Delicate fish
Think of it like your frypan at home — just bigger, tougher, and built for fire.
The ArcGrill: For the BBQ Traditionalists🔥
The ArcGrill brings the sizzle and smoke. With open grates, it gives your food that unmistakable flame-grilled flavour. Perfect for hearty feeds and smoky goodness straight over the coals.
✅ Best for cooking:
- Steaks & snags
- Burgers & chops
- Grilled veggies
- Corn on the cob
It’s the go-to if you love char lines, crispy edges, and that authentic BBQ aroma wafting through camp.
Key Differences at a Glance 🔍
| Feature | ArcPlate | ArcGrill |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking Style | Flat hotplate | Open grill grate |
| Best For | Frying, searing, greasy or delicate meals | Flame-grilled, smoky meals |
| Fat Management | Retains juices and oils | Drips fat for leaner cooking |
So… Which Should You Choose? 🤔
It really comes down to your cooking style.
If you want a solid surface for frying brekky or flipping pancakes — go the ArcPlate.
If you’re chasing flame-grilled steaks and that true-blue BBQ experience — the ArcGrill is your mate.
Pro tip: Grab both. Plenty of our customers do. Cook brekky on the ArcPlate, then fire up the ArcGrill for dinner.
Ready to Choose Your Cook-Up Weapon?
Browse our full range of BBQ plates and accessories here.
Or shoot us a message if you're still not sure — we’re always up for a yarn around the fire.
Do the BBQ plates fit both the standard and XL ArcPit?
Yes! We've made our BBQ cooking accessories universal so they'll fit both ArcPit's. No need to worry about selecting sizes.
