Monument Grills is an Atlanta gas grill brand that three friends started in 2016 after years of cooking outdoors together. The Eminence 605 sits at the top of its range: a six-burner, dual-fuel grill with an infrared burner at the back and a dedicated sear burner on the side.
This is a research-based look. It draws on the brand’s spec sheet, its published warranty and return terms and independent write-ups, so you can weigh the numbers before you click anything.
The short version: a large, well-equipped grill for people who want propane or natural gas flexibility and app-based temperature monitoring. It costs about $1,349 at Monument Grills, and a cheaper model in the same family shares many of its smart features.
What You Get for the Money
Monument’s catalog starts at about $166 for a tabletop model and climbs to the Eminence 605 at the top. Here is what the flagship’s spec sheet lists.
- Burners: six main burners, plus an infrared burner at the back and a sear burner on the side
- Heat output: 89,000 BTU in total
- Cooking area: 860 square inches, made up of 640 primary and 220 secondary
- Capacity: room for about 35 burgers at once
- Grates: 7mm SUS304 stainless steel
- Fuel: propane or natural gas
- In the box: a rotisserie kit and two meat probes
- Cabinet: fully enclosed stainless steel
- Preheat: the brand’s figure is about 10 minutes to reach 800°F
The 220 square inches of secondary space adds to the 640 on the main grates, which is how the total reaches 860. A bigger grate only pays off if you will fill it, so picture a normal cookout for your household before you pay for the extra room.
A major tech publication has named the Eminence 605 its best overall grill, pointing to the cooking area, the built-in rotisserie and the propane weight display. That is one outside opinion rather than a test you can repeat, so treat it as a signal, not proof.
Smart Features and Heat Control
The Eminence line uses Monument’s third-generation LED touch display. It pairs with a Bluetooth app that shows temperatures remotely, and the brand’s materials give the connection a range of roughly 65 feet on Denali and Eminence models.
The control knobs change color with burner temperature. That is a small detail that could come in handy when you are cooking after dark.
Denali and Eminence grills also share a side-to-side burner layout, unlike the front-to-back arrangement common on competing grills. Monument’s pitch is more even heat across the grate, which would matter most on the rotisserie, where uneven heat means unevenly cooked meat.
The rear infrared burner and the side sear burner are the other headline features. Both give you a dedicated high-heat option beyond the main burners.
No grill does everything. Some independent reviewers of Monument grills say the temperature control can run hot, which makes it harder to hold a low, steady heat. If slow smoking is your main style, weigh that before buying.
Delivery, Setup and Fuel
Start with the logistics. Monument says most orders from its own site show up within 3 to 5 days. When the crate arrives, inspect it before you sign, and report any damage to the packaging or the parts straight away.
Then plan the build. Every grill includes a printed manual, and the brand offers an assembly video as well. A six-burner model is a large project, so prepare a level work area, give yourself plenty of time and recruit a second person.
Before the delivery date, measure the place where the grill will sit with both side shelves attached. Also confirm that the path from the driveway is wide enough for it to roll through.
Fuel is the last decision. The Eminence 605 is ready for propane or natural gas as it ships, so there is no kit to buy. Other Monument grills vary: some take a natural gas conversion kit sold separately, so read the spec sheet for any other model before counting on a switch.
Propane grills take standard 20lb tanks. A 1lb canister fits only with a separate adapter.
Eminence 605 vs the Rest
Inside Monument’s own range, the closest alternative is the Denali 605Pro. It is a six-burner smart grill that ships with a cover and a rotisserie kit.
| Feature | Eminence 605 | Denali 605Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Burners | Six main, plus rear infrared and side sear | Six |
| Heat output | 89,000 BTU | 78,000 BTU |
| Grates | 7mm SUS304 stainless | Standard stainless |
| Smart features | Touch display, Bluetooth app, color-changing knobs | Bluetooth app, dual meat probes |
| In the box | Rotisserie kit, two meat probes | Cover, rotisserie kit |
The Eminence adds dual-fuel support, thicker grates and the extra sear burner. Those upgrades matter if you have a natural gas line or care about searing. The Denali 605Pro costs noticeably less, so look through Monument’s range at Monument Grills and weigh the two models before you decide.
Weber is a common benchmark for gas grills. Comparisons between the two brands tend to find that Monument prices its smart-tech, dual-fuel models below Weber’s closest equivalents and offers longer warranty terms.
Weber’s side of the ledger is name recognition and a fit-and-finish reputation built over decades, and a well-known name tends to hold its resale value better than a newer one. That counts if you might sell the grill later.
Warranty, Returns and Shipping
Monument treats its warranty as a selling point. Here are the Eminence series terms, grouped by length of cover.
- Up to 10 years: the stainless steel burners and the firebox
- 5 years: cooking grids, flame tamers and the remaining parts
- 2 to 5 years: the lid
- 2 years: electrical components
Cover belongs to the first owner alone. A claim needs proof of purchase from an authorized retailer in the U.S. or Canada, which rules out secondhand grills and sales by unauthorized sellers.
Read the exclusion list before buying. Outlet, clearance and “as is” purchases are not covered, nor is commercial or rental use. Damage from natural disasters, physical impact, poor maintenance or grease fires is out, and so is discoloration. Rust caused by humidity, salt air or chemical exposure is excluded as well.
Claims are filed at monumentgrills.com. When Monument confirms a defect, it sends replacement parts at no charge. Snap a photo of the serial number while the grill is new. You will find it on the firebox’s right-hand side beneath the side burner or shelf, or on the rear of the grill.
For returns, you have 30 days to send back an item that is unused and in its original packaging with every insert and accessory, and the brand supplies a free return label. Changing your mind costs a 20% restocking fee, but defective or damaged items are exempt.
Who It Suits and Who Should Skip
The Eminence 605 is a good match if you:
- have a natural gas line, or want the option of propane
- cook for crowds and want one large grill
- like app-based temperature monitoring and a rotisserie in the box
- want a long warranty on the burners and firebox
Look elsewhere in the lineup if you:
- have a tight budget, since the Denali 425 and Mesa 415BZNG sit at about $549 and $509 at Monument Grills
- cook on a balcony or at tailgates, where the tabletop 13742 at about $166 makes more sense
- plan to buy secondhand, because the warranty covers original purchasers only
- mostly cook low and slow, given the note about hot temperature control above
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it run on propane or natural gas?
Either one. The Eminence 605 is built for propane or natural gas from the start, so no conversion kit is involved.
Does it include a rotisserie kit?
Yes, the box includes a rotisserie kit along with two meat probes. Simpler Monument models typically omit it, though it can be bought as an accessory.
What does the Bluetooth app do?
The Bluetooth app shows temperatures remotely, within roughly 65 feet of the grill.
Where should I buy it?
Stick to authorized sellers. The brand’s price match page names its own store plus several big-box and online retailers, among them Tractor Supply, Walmart, Wayfair, Home Depot and Lowe’s. Warranty claims need proof of purchase from an authorized seller.
How established is the brand?
Monument was founded in 2016. It claims more than 1,000,000 grillers as customers, a figure no outside audit has confirmed.
The Verdict
On paper, the Eminence 605 is Monument’s flagship. It offers dual-fuel flexibility, a large cooking area, a sear burner, a rotisserie and a long warranty on the burners and firebox.
The trade-offs are plain. It sits at the top of the price range, a grill this size takes real effort to assemble, and some independent reviewers flag hot-running temperature control for slow cooking.
If those points suit you, browse the range and current prices at Monument Grills and compare the Eminence 605 with the Denali 605Pro. If you do not need dual-fuel or the extra sear burner, the cheaper model may be all the grill you want.
