By KBC Associate 
Tool in Action
As a busy dad, my time is limited. Between work, a quick 30-minute pit stop at home, and playing Uber driver for my kids, I don’t have hours to prep meals. When I do get a chance to grill, I keep it simple—salt, pepper, butter, and smoke. That’s it. So I need a grill that can deliver flavor and deliver it fast.
That’s where the Monument Eminence 605 comes in. It’s the granddaddy grill I’ve been looking for—big enough to handle a variety of picky eater requests at once, built with quality that doesn’t feel cheap, and loaded with features I’ll actually use. The searing station is a game changer for steaks, and the rotisserie is perfect for the rare weekend when I actually have time to let something spin to perfection. So let’s take a look under the hood.
Monument Eminence 605 Overview
The Monument Eminence 605 makes a solid first impression. The stainless steel finish gives it a clean, modern look without being over the top. It’s got size, presence, and feels like something built to stick around for more than a couple seasons. In fact this is a durable stainless steel grill with an enclosed back and waterproof seals. And with a 10-year warranty backing it up, you can tell Monument stands behind it.
Once you open the lid, you really get a sense of how much space you’re working with. The Monument 605 gives you 640 square inches of primary cooking space, plus an extra 220 up top for warming or toasting. The stainless steel grates are solid—7mm thick—so they hold heat well and don’t feel flimsy. You can fit a lot on here, which is a win when everyone in the family wants something different or if you are hosting a party.
Under the grates, you’ve got stainless steel flavor bars that cover the burners. They help distribute heat more evenly and catch drippings, which means less flare-ups and more flavor. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference when you’re trying to keep things juicy without burning everything. Plus, they’re easy to pull out and clean when needed.
The 605 comes with six main burners that put out 89,000 total BTU’s, and each one has its own control knob. What’s cool is the knobs light up and change color based on the heat zone—making it easy to know what’s hot and what’s not, especially when you’re grilling at night. The electronic ignition fires things up fast with just a press, no fussing with lighters or matches.
Over on the right side of the grill, there’s a red control knob that lights up the rear infrared burner. That’s what powers the built-in rotisserie, and it gets hot fast. When you’ve got time to throw on a whole chicken or roast, this setup gives you that slow-rotating, crispy-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside kind of cooking. It’s a nice bonus feature that actually gets used.
The bottom of the grill has two solid cabinet doors that feel more like something you’d find on a good tool chest than a cheap grill. They’re thick, close with a solid click, and actually stay shut—no rattling or popping open. It’s a small touch, but it adds to that overall quality feel. Plus, there’s decent storage space inside for your tools, tank, or whatever else you want to stash.
Open up the doors, and there’s a nice setup inside. The propane tank is on the right side, and a wire shelf on the left side. On the door sits a basket for waste. If propane’s not your thing, it’s also ready for a natural gas conversion.
This is one of the smartest features on the grill. The propane tank sits right on a built-in scale that connects to the control panel, so you always know how much fuel you’ve got left. No more guessing or shaking the tank mid-cook. It’s a small upgrade you don’t see on most grills, but once you have it, you won’t want to go without it.
The grill sits on four casters that make it easy to move around the patio, deck, or my busted-up concrete driveway. While I wouldn’t mind if they were a bit bigger, they’re solid and roll well, even on uneven surfaces. They lock in place securely, so once it’s where you want it, it’s not going anywhere. For a grill this size, they do the job just fine.
On the left side of the grill, there’s an infrared sear burner tucked under a lidded side shelf. When it’s closed, it works just like extra prep space, but lift the lid and you’ve got serious heat ready to go. The front knob gives you full control, and the burner gets hot fast—perfect for locking in a crust on steaks or getting a quick char on veggies. It’s one of those features that’s actually useful, not just for show.
The right side of the grill doubles as a prep area and houses the main control panel. It’s IPX8 water-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about a little rain or splatter messing it up. The panel gives you the grill’s internal temp, the propane level (color coded for quick checks), and readings from two included meat probes. It’s clean, easy to read, and adds a bit of high-tech.
Around the back of the grill, there’s a fold-down access door that gives you direct access to the drip pan. It’s a smart design that makes cleanup way easier—you don’t have to crawl underneath or reach blindly from the front. Just pop it open, slide the pan out, dump it, and you’re good to go.
The Monument app connects via Bluetooth and gives you a full breakdown of what’s going on under the lid. You can see the current grill temp, individual temps for both meat probes, and even set target temps so you get an alert when your food hits the mark. It also includes a built-in timer and a few recipe ideas if you’re looking for inspiration. The layout is clean and easy to navigate—definitely not one of those clunky apps you delete after one use.
Monument Eminence 605 Performance
Assembly was pretty straightforward, but I’d suggest taking your time with it. I made the mistake of rushing and forgot to run a few wires under the top before bolting it down—so I had to take the whole top off and fix it. Not a big deal, but definitely one of those moments where slowing down would’ve saved time. Overall, it took a little while to put together, but the instructions are clear and the parts go together without a fight.
Once it was built, the quality really stood out. Monument is known for solid grills, but this one feels like a step up. The layout is smart, everything is where you’d want it, and the features actually make grilling easier.
For its maiden voyage, I went with a mixed bag: cod, steak, and hot dogs. Why? Because no one in my house agrees on dinner. One wants fish, one wants steak (me), and someone always wants a hot dog. So instead of keeping it simple, we go full buffet. But it was also a great way to test the grill—especially the indirect cooking and the sear station.
The grill handled everything like a champ. The cod cooked cleanly and held together perfectly in the basket (not included). The steak came out great using indirect heat, and when it was time to sear, the side burner brought the heat. A lot of grills do fine with direct cooking, but indirect heat is where some of them fall short—this one didn’t. I used the top warming rack for the dogs, like I always do, and they came out just right.
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Monument Eminence 605 Value
When you stack the Monument Eminence 605 up against other grills in this size range—with six burners, over 89,000 BTUs, a sear station, and a rotisserie—it holds its own, no question. Grills with a similar feature set from big-name brands can run you hundreds more, and some don’t even include things like the motorized rotisserie or built-in tank scale.
You’re getting a lot here: solid build quality, smart layout, real cooking power, and bonus features that you’ll actually use—not just marketing fluff. It’s not a cheap grill, but it doesn’t feel overpriced either. For the money, it delivers performance and features that compete with much higher-end models, and that 10-year warranty helps seal the deal. Bottom line—this thing feels like a solid investment, not a summer throwaway.
My Final Thoughts
The Monument Eminence 605 checks all the boxes for me. It’s big, built well, loaded with features I’ll actually use, and it looks great on the patio. From fast weeknight cooks to weekend rotisserie sessions, it handles it all without overcomplicating things. If you’re looking for a serious grill that performs like a premium model without the insane price tag, this one’s worth a hard look.
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