There's no doubt that a well made trolley barbecue will meet most people's outdoor cooking needs for most of the time. However, there are good reasons for the continuing popularity of kettle, Hibachi and good old wood barbecues and each has its own zealots.

Which type suits you the best depends on a lot of factors. How much space and money you have, which type of fuel is most appropriate for your needs, how often you are likely to use your barbecue and what you intend to cook most frequently.