MECO 2120.4.111 Lock 'N Go Electric Grill
- Electric Grill
- 176 sq in
- 1500 watts
- Electric
- More reviewed than 59%
Heats fast and cooks evenly by most accounts, but treat it as a budget grill rather than a rugged one.
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How it ranks among the 17 electric grills we track
3.9★ across 176 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
176 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
MECO's Lock 'N Go grill packs 176 sq in of cooking space and a 1500W UL listed element into a pedestal base built for balconies and small patios where gas or charcoal grills aren't allowed.
Several reviewers picked this specifically because it's electric and plugs into a standard outlet, letting them grill where fire codes or condo rules rule out gas or charcoal. The design is essentially a charcoal-grill shape converted to an electric element, with a hood that lifts off completely. Buyers should go in expecting a budget build rather than heavy-gauge construction.
- 176 sq in cooking surface with a 1500W UL and CUL listed element
- Hood lifts off completely for open access
- Pedestal base with a hood vent for draft control
- Made in USA with domestic and imported components
Who it's for
Fits apartment or condo residents who need a plug-in electric grill for a balcony. Not for buyers expecting gas-grill-level sturdiness at this price.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Multiple reviewers say it heats up fast and cooks evenly, with a couple noting it works as a genuine substitute for gas or charcoal when balcony rules restrict those, and one owner reports getting about two years out of it under heavy use. The complaints cluster around build quality: one reviewer calls it small with flimsy, thin metal, another received a hardware kit missing a bolt and nut, and one found the assembly instructions mislabeled against the parts. A couple of reviewers sum it up plainly as a cheap grill that does the job but isn't a premium unit.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Some owners call the metal thin and flimsy
- One kit arrived missing a bolt and nut
- Assembly labeling confused at least one buyer
Specifications
| Brand | Meco |
|---|---|
| Model | 2120.4.111 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 12 pounds |
| Item Dimensions | 20 × 21 × 16 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 20 × 21 × 16 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Power | 1.5 Kilowatts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Grill |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 176 sq in |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Item Type Name | Electric Grill |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Elecric |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Cooking System | Electric |
| Grill Configuration | single-burner |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Primary Cooking Method | Electric |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric grills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| MECO 2120.4.111 Lock 'N Go Electric GrillThis product | 3.9 / 5 | 176 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EMG6505G 12" Smokeless Indoor Electric BBQ Grill with Glass Lid Dishwasher…Elite Gourmet | 4.5 / 5 | 12,747 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Weber Q1400 Electric Grill | 4.6 / 5 | 1,657 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Americana Grills 1500W Portable Electric Pedestal Grill with Thermostatic ControlGrills | 4.0 / 5 | 262 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Char-Broil 22652143 Edge Electric GrillCharbroil | 3.7 / 5 | 175 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Meco 2120.4.111
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can this be used on an apartment balcony?
Yes, it's an electric plug-in grill rated for outdoor use only, which is why several reviewers chose it for buildings that ban gas or charcoal grills.
Is the build quality sturdy?
Reviews are mixed. Several owners say it cooks well and lasts, but at least one calls the metal thin and the grill small for the price.
Does it come fully assembled?
No, it needs assembly, about 30 minutes per one reviewer, and it's worth checking the hardware kit since one buyer reported a missing bolt and nut.