Built-In DCS Series 9 Gas Grill in an outdoor kitchen overlooking the ocean.

Shopping for a premium outdoor grill means weighing craftsmanship, performance, and long-term value, and the DCS Series 9 Gas Grill consistently impresses in all 4 cases. While its competitors each bring quality materials and strong features, none match the Series 9’s combination of luxury build, precise heat control, and refined cooking versatility. From its powerful burners to its expansive cooking surface and thoughtful design details, the Series 9 delivers a performance and durability that other luxury grills struggle to equal. In this article, our experts have gathered all the important details of how the DCS Series 9 gas grill stacks up to it’s competitors so you can choose the grill that’s right for you.

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DCS Series 9 Gas Grills Comparison Chart
Grill Type DCS Series 9 DCS Series 7 Lynx Professional Series Alfresco ALXE Series
Price Range $4,199 - $12,898 $4,099 - $10,389 $5,729 - $13,449 $5,169 - $20,679
Available Grill Sizes 30 Inch, 36 Inch, 48 Inch 30 Inch, 36 Inch, 48 Inch 30 Inch, 36 Inch, 42 Inch, 54 Inch 30 Inch, 36 Inch, 42 Inch, 56 Inch
Best For The no-compromise outdoor chef who wants it all: powerful searing, precision control, and multi-function versatility for grilling, smoking, rotisserie and more. The serious griller who wants professional performance without flagship pricing. The luxury-focused entertainer who values design and precision control, and wants a grill that will be center stage at any event. The hands-on cooking enthusiast who wants commercial-style versatility and durability.
Exterior Grill Body 304 Stainless Steel 304 Stainless Steel 304 Stainless Steel 304 Stainless Steel
Grill Burners 304 Stainless Steel U-Burners 304 Stainless Steel U-Burners Ceramic Quad Burners or Ceramic Infrared Trident Burners 18-SR Stainless Steel U-Burners
Number of Main Burners 3 - 4 2 - 4 2 - 4 2 - 4
BTUs per Burner 25,000 25,000 25,000 27,500
Total BTU Output 75,000 - 100,000 50,000 - 100,000 50,000 - 100,000 55,000 - 110,000
Cooking Grid Material Cast Stainless Steel Cast Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
Total Cooking Area 525 - 1593 Sq. Inches 748 - 1182 Sq. Inches 840 - 1555 Sq. Inches 542 - 1390 Sq. Inches
Illumination System
  • Interior Grill Lights
  • Dial Bezel Lighting
Interior Grill Lights
  • Interior Grill Lights
  • Blue Knob Lighting
  • Interior Grill Lights
  • Amber LED Knob Lighting
Ignition System Hot Surface Ignition
with Backup Flashtube 		Continuous Spark
with Backup Flashtube 		Hot Surface Ignition
with Backup Flashtube 		Continuous Spark
Flame Tamers Ceramic Radiant Bar Flame Tamers Ceramic Radiant Bar Flame Tamers Ceramic Briquette Flame Tamers Ceramic Briquette Flame Tamers
Infrared Burners Available One Infrared Burner One Infrared Burner One or All Infrared Burners One Infrared Burner
Spring Assisted Hood Yes No Yes Yes
Rotisserie System Included Included Included Included
Reversible Grill Grates Yes Yes No No
Included Smoker Box Yes Integrated Smoker Box Available Yes Integrated Smoker System
Outdoor Kitchen Package available Yes Yes No No
Warranty
  • Lifetime warranty on grill burners, grill cover, burner box, cooking grates and grill racks.
  • 2 Year limited warranty on parts and labor.
  • 5 Year comprehensive warranty on radiant trays and drip pans.
  • Lifetime warranty on grill burners, grill cover, burner box, cooking grates and grill racks.
  • 2 Year limited warranty on parts and labor.
  • 5 Year comprehensive warranty on radiant trays and drip pans.
  • Lifetime warranty on stainless steel body, ceramic burners, and cooking grates.
  • 5 Year warranty on warming racks, spit rods, briquette tray, manifolds, and gas valves.
  • 2 Year warranty on all other parts.
  • 90 Day warranty for multi-user applications.
  • Lifetime warranty on all stainless steel parts.
  • 5 Year warranty on briquette trays, grill grates, and drip pans.
  • 2 Year warranty on parts and labor.
  • 1 Year warranty on all other components.
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