A Blackstone purchase looks simple until the cover, the propane hose and the freight charge show up. Black Friday 2026 lands on November 27, and plenty of people buy then. Run these six checks first and nothing surprises you at delivery.
Before you buy a Blackstone this Black Friday, confirm six things: the exact model and what ships in the box, the right size, stock and warranty support, the delivered cost and return terms, your fuel and winter setup, and who is selling it. Skipping any one of them is how a good purchase turns into a return.
Is it the same model, and what comes in the box?
A Blackstone listing can share a size and a name with another listing and still ship different parts. Compare the model number and the contents line by line before you decide.
Bundles are where listings get confusing.
So plan the whole setup, not just the griddle. Owners in Canadian threads describe buying accessories in a fairly steady order:
| Order | What owners add | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cover or hood, plus seasoning and conditioner | Protect the plate and start the first seasoning |
| 2 | Tool kit (spatulas, scraper, squeeze bottles) | Basic cooking and cleanup |
| 3 | Propane adapter hose or natural gas conversion kit | Match the fuel you have |
| 4 | Wind guards, silicone mat, better waterproof cover | Fixes for the problems that show up later |
If a listing leaves out items from rows 1 to 3, add them to your list. Our Blackstone accessories are grouped into covers, conditioners and cleaning, and tools and kits.
Which Blackstone size should you buy?
Blackstone sells tabletop griddles at 17 and 22 inches and cart models at 28, 36 and 44 inches. The number is the griddle top size in inches, and it decides how much food fits on the plate at once.
Owners cooking for two often say 28 inches is enough. Owners who moved from 22 to 36 inches talk about running out of room on the smaller plate. Campers and tailgaters favour the 22-inch because it travels. A size you outgrow in one season costs more than choosing the right one the first time. Compare 28-inch griddles and 36-inch griddles side by side before you decide.
Is it in stock, and who handles parts and warranty?
Availability means the exact model is on hand and has a ship date you can read. Support means someone in Canada can answer for missing parts or a warranty claim.
Canadian owners report stock-outs, Costco-only models, missing manuals, slow warranty parts and US-only registration. Before you order, confirm the model is in stock, the ship date, and who handles replacement parts and warranty questions in Canada. Our shipping policy lists 2 to 3 business days of processing before delivery time starts, so build that into your timing.
Keep the manual, the model number and your order confirmation together. You will need all three if a part is missing.
What will it cost delivered, and what if you return it?
Landed cost is the price, plus shipping, plus tax, plus any accessories you still need. A griddle is bulky, so shipping and returns change the real cost more than most people expect.
Here are our terms. Shipping runs from $9.99 to $149.99 depending on item size and destination, with 3 to 7 days of delivery after processing. Our return policy allows 30 days, with a 15% restocking fee, and the customer pays return shipping. Several large Canadian chains list 90-day windows on most items, so compare windows, fees and who pays freight on every retailer you consider.
Ask one more question before you pay: how long do you have to report shipping damage? Bulky-item damage is a recurring complaint in owner threads, so photograph the box before you open it.
Will it work with your fuel and your winter?
Owners ask whether a model runs on propane or natural gas, and Canadian owners with a gas line ask about conversion. Fuel setup decides whether you need an adapter hose or a conversion kit. Winter decides how much cover and wind protection you need.
If you have a natural gas line, look at a natural gas conversion kit with wind guards and confirm the kit lists your model before you buy. Owners in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Toronto say they cook through winter with a waterproof cover and the lid on. A central Alberta owner calls wind the biggest factor, which is why wind guards sit in row 4 of the table above. Another owner’s advice is blunt: skip the cheap cover.
One owner in British Columbia reported mould on the lid and shelves after storing a griddle through winter. Browse covers and cases if the griddle will stay outside.
Who is selling it, and can you check?
Ask any seller for its business name, street address, phone number and return terms in writing, then check them. KS Products is run by Kennedy Sales in Uxbridge, Ontario. Our About Us and Contact Us pages list how to reach us before you order.
Common questions
How do you know a Blackstone seller is legitimate?
Check the business name, street address, phone number and written return terms, then confirm they match across the site. Blackstone also publishes a warning page listing fraudulent websites, so check it if a seller is unfamiliar.
What accessories do you need with a new Blackstone?
Most owners start with a cover and seasoning, then add a tool kit. A fuel adapter or natural gas kit and wind guards usually follow. Our seasoning and conditioner and seasoning mistakes guide cover the first step.
Can you use a Blackstone griddle in a Canadian winter?
Owners across the Prairies and Ontario say yes, with a waterproof cover, the lid on and wind protection. Plan for storage if you will not cook for weeks, because moisture is the main risk.
Ready to plan your setup?
List the griddle, cover, seasoning, tools, fuel fittings and delivery, then check each against these six points. When you want to see ours, start with our Blackstone griddles.
