Key Takeaways
- Deepest Blackstone discount: The Blackstone 28″ Hard Cover is down 52%, the steepest cut on a name-brand Blackstone accessory this week.
- Best value for new griddle owners: The Blackstone Breakfast Prep Kit bundles a batter dispenser, bacon press, and egg rings at a quiet 25% off.
- Smart safety pickup: The rumlick Heat Shield Mat protects decks and railings behind the griddle and is half off right now.
- Tool deal worth a look: The Traeger Ultimate Smashed Burger Kit includes a steam dome and burger smasher at 31% off, useful on any flat top.
The first week of June is when my neighborhood starts smelling like bacon grease at nine in the morning. People drag their griddles out of the garage, realize the cover is cracked and the spatula handle is half melted from last August, and then start panic shopping before the weekend cookout. I have been there. I am there right now, frankly, because my own scraper finally gave up last Sunday and I have been using a cake server like a barbarian.
So this Berry Basket leans hard into Blackstone griddle accessories, with a few crossover picks from Pit Boss and Traeger that work fine on any flat top. The pattern I noticed scanning this week’s garden deals is that Blackstone’s own brand accessories are getting cut deeper than usual, especially covers. The 28-inch hard cover at 52% off is the kind of price you usually only see in late October when everyone is packing things away, not in early June when demand is climbing.
Heavy on covers and cleaning gear this week, with a couple of cooking kits mixed in for anyone who is finally moving past the burger-and-onion phase. Prices verified June 4, 2026. If you missed last week’s grill accessory roundups, a few of those are still live too.
What are the best Blackstone griddle cover deals right now?
Three Blackstone-made covers are discounted between 40% and 52% this week. Hard covers are the standout because they protect the cooking surface from rain, pollen, and the occasional acorn assault better than soft polyester ever will.
Blackstone 28" Hard Cover
This is the one I would grab first. The 28-inch hard cover fits the standard Blackstone griddle and the powder coated steel actually does keep the cooking surface dry through a thunderstorm, which a soft cover cannot promise. At 52% off it is sitting near the lowest price I have tracked on this model in months, and it is currently a top-100 bestseller in its category.
- Fits 28-inch Blackstone griddle
- Powder coated steel
- Weather and rodent resistant
Blackstone 36" Hard Cover
Same idea as the 28-inch version, just sized for the larger 36-inch Blackstone. If you have the four-burner griddle and you have been making do with a tarp, this is the upgrade. Hard covers also keep mice out, which sounds dramatic until it happens to you in October.
- Fits 36-inch Blackstone griddle
- Powder coated steel
- Hard-shell weather protection
Blackstone 28" Single Shelf Cover
A soft 600D polyester option for the 28-inch single shelf model, which the hard cover does not fit. The fabric is decent and the price is reasonable, but I would only pick it over the hard cover if your griddle has the single shelf configuration. Otherwise spend the extra few bucks and get steel.
- 600D polyester
- Fits 28-inch single shelf model
- Soft fabric design
Which griddle tools and cooking kits are worth the money?
The cooking gear this week is a mix of basic spatulas and burger-focused bundles. The Traeger smashed burger kit is the most complete of the three, but the Blackstone breakfast prep kit is the one I would actually use more often.
Pit Boss Ultimate Griddle Spatulas
Pit Boss makes a sturdy large spatula and these are the heavy-duty version with a long handle that keeps your knuckles away from the heat. They work on any flat top, not just Pit Boss griddles, and at 45% off they are cheaper than most generic versions with worse builds. If you only buy one tool this week, this is a reasonable pick.
- Large heavy-duty spatulas
- Long handle
- Works on any flat top
Traeger Ultimate Smashed Burger Kit
Smashed burger kits are a category where the price-to-usefulness ratio gets weird, but this Traeger bundle is one of the better ones. You get the smasher, a beveled spatula, and a steam dome for melting cheese, which is the piece most cheap kits skip. Works on any griddle or flat top.
- Burger smasher and spatula
- Steam dome for melting cheese
- Works on any griddle
Blackstone Breakfast Prep Kit
This one I keep coming back to. The pancake batter dispenser alone is worth the price if you have ever tried to pour pancake batter from a bowl onto a hot griddle and ended up with one giant lake. Add the cast iron bacon press and the egg rings and you have a breakfast setup that gets used every weekend. It is also a current top-10 bestseller in its category.
- Pancake batter dispenser
- Cast iron bacon press
- Two non-stick egg rings
What cleaning and protection accessories should you grab?
This is where Blackstone owners tend to under-invest until something gets damaged. A heat mat protects the deck, wind guards protect your propane bill, and a real cleaning kit protects the seasoning on the cooking surface.
rumlick Heat Shield Mat
If your griddle lives on a wood deck, composite deck, or anywhere near a vinyl railing, this is the unflashy accessory you actually need. The mat is waterproof, oil proof, and fireproof, and at half off it is cheap insurance against scorching your deck boards. The brand is not a household name, but the product does the job.
- Waterproof and oil proof
- Fireproof deck protection
- Sits under or behind griddle
Blackstone 8-Piece Cleaning Tool Kit
Eight pieces including a stainless scraper, scouring pads, and two pumice stones with handles. The pumice stones are the real win here because they take off carbon buildup without stripping the seasoning, which a wire brush will. Bristle-free is also safer than the old steel brushes everyone is finally moving away from.
- Stainless steel scraper
- Three scouring pads
- Two pumice stones with handles
Blackstone 28" Wind Guards
Wind guards are one of those accessories you do not think you need until you try cooking on a breezy evening and your burner flame keeps blowing sideways. These slot onto the 28-inch griddle and noticeably cut down on fuel waste. At 50% off they are an easy add.
- Fits 28-inch griddle
- Steel construction
- Reduces fuel waste in wind
Blackstone Magnetic Tool and Beverage Holder
A two-piece magnetic set that holds squeeze bottles and tools on the side of the griddle. No drilling required. It is not life-changing, but if you are tired of putting your mustard bottle on the ground or balancing your spatula on the lid, it solves a small annoyance for not much money.
- Two-piece magnetic set
- No drilling required
- Holds squeeze bottles and tools
Frequently asked questions
Do Blackstone covers fit other griddle brands?
Sometimes, but I would not assume it. Blackstone hard covers are sized to specific Blackstone models like the 28-inch and 36-inch griddles. If you have a Pit Boss, Camp Chef, or Royal Gourmet, look for a cover made for your exact model.
Are hard griddle covers better than soft fabric ones?
For weather protection, yes. Powder coated steel covers keep rain, snow, and debris off the cooking surface much better than 600D polyester. Soft covers are lighter and easier to store, but they sag and absorb water in heavy rain.
What is the safest way to clean a Blackstone griddle?
Use a stainless steel scraper for fresh grease and a pumice stone or scouring pad for stuck-on buildup. Avoid wire brushes because the bristles can break off and strip seasoning. After cleaning, wipe the surface with a thin coat of oil to maintain the seasoning layer.
Do I need a heat shield mat under my griddle?
If your griddle sits on a wood deck, composite deck, vinyl, or any flammable surface, yes. Grease drips and stray sparks can scorch decking and stain stone. A waterproof, fireproof mat is cheaper than refinishing a deck.
How often do Blackstone accessories go on sale?
Covers and tools see real discounts a few times a year, usually around Memorial Day, Father’s Day, Prime Day in July, and Black Friday. This week’s 52% off on the 28-inch hard cover is one of the deeper cuts I have tracked outside of those windows.
The discount range this week runs from 25% on the Blackstone breakfast prep kit up to 52% on the 28-inch hard cover, with most picks landing between 30% and 50% off. The original prices look honest to me, no inflated MSRP nonsense, and Blackstone’s own accessories are getting cut deeper than the third-party gear. That is unusual. Normally the name brand holds firm and the no-name covers race to the bottom.
Standout pick is the 28-inch hard cover. If you own a 28-inch Blackstone and you do not have a hard cover yet, grab it. The breakfast prep kit is the second one I would actually buy myself because the batter dispenser changes how often you bother making pancakes. What I would skip is the magnetic tool holder unless you specifically have a clutter problem on your side shelf. It is fine, the price is fine, but it does not solve anything urgent.
Looking ahead, Father’s Day on June 21 usually pulls griddle prices down further on the larger models and full griddle bundles, so if you are eyeing a brand new setup rather than accessories, holding two weeks is reasonable. For the covers and cleaning kits in this roundup, the prices are good enough now that I would not gamble on a deeper cut. The cleaning kit in particular tends to sell out at this price.
