# Portable Eco Grills This Compact Barbecue is Ideal for Travelers or Urban Dwellers By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-01-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-grills References: [mec](http://www.mec.ca/product/5027-761/ecoque-stainless-steel-12-portable-grill/) & [ecoque](http://www.ecoque.com/portable-grills/12-grill) EcoQue's selection of eco grills is not only sustainable but is also ideal for urban dwellers with limited outdoor space. These [portable grilling gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-titanium-grill) come in 12" and 15" stainless steel units and are the perfect alternative to a bulky outdoor barbecue. Allowing users to bake, roast, smoke, boil and fry food items, these portable grills offer a high level of craftsmanship and performance while keeping sustainability in mind. In addition to their small size, the grills are designed to be [energy efficient](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-electric-grill) and require 75% less fuel than rival barbecues. Moreover, the grills' [baking, roasting, smoking, boiling and frying](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuisinart-outdoors) features mean that it does the job of multiple appliances while saving space during the meal prep process. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Eco Grills for Urban Dwellers:** Developing smaller, energy-efficient, and sustainable grilling appliances that cater to the needs of urban consumers and travelers. - **Multi-functional Grilling Appliances:** Designing grilling gadgets that offer a high level of craftsmanship, performance, and functionality to do the job of multiple appliances. - **Fuel-efficient Grilling Alternatives:** Creating sustainable grilling gadgets that require minimal fuel, offer reduced carbon footprint and help conserve resources. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreation Industry:** Innovating and producing eco-friendly and compact grilling appliances for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. - **Home Appliance Industry:** Developing innovative grilling gadgets that cater to the needs of urban dwellers, offering multi-functional and energy-efficient features. - **Sustainability Industry:** Producing eco-friendly and sustainable grilling appliances that contribute to reducing carbon footprint and conserving resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slender Off-Grid Barbecues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weber-traveler-portable-gas-grill.md) - [Suitcase-Style Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2q-kit.md) - [Multilayer Portable Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbeall-portable-charcoal-grill.md) - [Flatpack Campsite Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-camping-grill.md) - [Compact Tabletop Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-portable-charcoal-stove.md) - [Eco-Friendly Single-Use Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casusgrill.md) - [Suitcase-Style Portable Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-portable-charcoal-grill-smoker.md) - [Ultra-Compact Cooking Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-grill.md) - [Battery-Powered Portable Grill Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexgrill.md)