Gas barbecues offer a consistency of heat and temperature that you just don’t get with charcoal. They heat up quickly, getting to cooking temperature in as little as five minutes depending on the model, and are easy to control, with precise temperatures achieved simply by turning the switch.
With an even heat provided across the grill everything should be ready at the same time. Gas barbecues produce very little smoke so they’re kind to your neighbours and safe, too – when you’ve finished cooking there’s no waiting for hot coals to cool down, you just turn off the barbecue.