A griddle without the right accessories is a very expensive frying pan.
Six accessory categories separate the griddle owner who cooks smash burgers on Saturday from the one whose Blackstone rusts in the corner. This guide ranks the spatulas, presses, covers, grease management kits, and seasoning gear that make the difference, sized for Blackstone 22 through 36 inch, Traeger Flatrock, Camp Chef, and Pit Boss Ultimate models.
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What griddle do you own?
Accessory sizing on flat-top griddles depends on your cook surface. Before you buy, confirm your model:
- Blackstone 17 / 22 inch: portable / tabletop tier. Two-burner. Smaller spatulas and covers.
- Blackstone 28 / 36 inch: the mainstream backyard griddle sizes. Four-burner on 36 inch. Most accessories in this guide target this footprint.
- Traeger Flatrock: 36 inch three-zone design. FlameLock burner shape means some Blackstone-fit covers do not fit.
- Camp Chef Flat Top Grill 600 / 900: 4-burner. Deep drip tray, unique grease routing.
- Pit Boss Ultimate 4-burner: 36 inch. Grease bucket rear-mounted, different accessory geometry.
- Weber Slate 30 / 36 inch: newer entrant, 2024/2025 debut. Digital grease management, larger grease drawer.
Six accessory categories every griddle owner should stock
- Long spatulas and scrapers – the two-piece flip-and-shuffle setup for smash burgers, hibachi, and pancakes
- Burger press – the difference between a griddle burger and a great smash burger
- Full-fit hardcover – UV and rain kill uncoated cook surfaces faster than owners expect
- Grease cup liners and rear drawer bags – cleanup time cut in half
- Seasoning and restoration kit – griddle black is not paint; it is polymerized oil that needs maintenance
- Wind screen – burner efficiency drops 30-40 percent in wind above 10 mph without one
1. Best griddle spatula set: Uniflasy Griddle Accessories Kit (35-piece)
The Uniflasy 35-piece griddle accessory kit is the top-ranked all-in-one starter set on Amazon for a reason. Four spatulas (two long, one square, one small), a scraper, a chopper, a squeeze bottle set, a burger press, egg rings, cleaning brushes, a carrying bag, and grease catcher liners. For a first griddle purchase or as a gift for a new Blackstone owner, this kit covers 90 percent of what someone will actually reach for during a cook.
Where the kit ranks highest: the flip spatulas are stainless steel with a proper long handle offset, not the flimsy plastic-handled ones that come free with a Blackstone. The burger press is heavy enough (roughly 1 lb) to smash without needing to lean on it. The included griddle cover is a bonus.
Where it ranks lower than a specialist set: if you want a single premium spatula for professional use (Mercer, Winco, or Update International), buy a la carte instead. The Uniflasy kit is best-in-class for the “one purchase, everything I need” bucket.
- Uniflasy 35-piece Griddle Kit
- Uniflasy 25-piece Griddle Kit (smaller starter)
- Mercer M18700 (a la carte premium single spatula)
2. Best burger press: Blackstone 5.5-inch or Bellemain heavy stainless
Smash burgers are the single most-searched griddle cook, and the burger press separates a good result from a great one. The Blackstone 5.5-inch official press is the mainstream pick: heavy enough to smash without cheating, the right diameter for a standard 4-oz ball to hit a proper 4-inch patty. Bellemain and Cuisinart offer stainless alternatives with a bakelite handle that stays cool longer.
Skip the round burger press with a spring inside. Those look impressive but do not produce enough downward force to get the crust that makes a smash burger worth cooking.
- Blackstone 5.5-inch Cast Iron Press
- Bellemain Stainless Burger Press
- Cuisinart CSBP-100 (bacon and steak alt use)
3. Best griddle hardcover: model-specific fit beats universal
Every griddle brand sells its own hardcover, and the fit-and-finish gap between a model-specific cover and a universal one is significant. A properly-fit Blackstone 36-inch hardcover seals against wind and rain at the perimeter and keeps the cook surface dry through a Calgary or Kansas City winter. Universal covers whip in the wind, trap moisture underneath, and leave rust rings.
For a Blackstone 36 inch, the official Blackstone hardcover or the Yukon Glory match are the ranked-highest options. For a Traeger Flatrock, buy the Traeger-branded cover; the FlameLock burner shape does not fit generic covers well. For a Weber Slate, Weber’s own cover with the vent gap for the digital grease drawer is the correct fit.
- Blackstone 36 inch Hardcover
- Blackstone 28 inch Hardcover
- Traeger Flatrock Cover
- Weber Slate 36 inch Cover
4. Best grease management: rear drawer liners and disposable grease cups
Cleanup after a hibachi cook or a big fried-rice night is where the “no more griddle for me” thoughts start. Grease liners cut the cleanup down to a single-step lift and toss. For front-cup Blackstone models, disposable foil-lined grease cups are the answer. For rear-drawer Camp Chef, Traeger Flatrock, and Weber Slate designs, buy the drawer-specific liner (Yukon Glory, Grillaholics, and brand-official liners all sell them).
The mistake owners make: reusing the grease cup or drawer without a liner. The grease congeals, the drawer stops sliding, and eventually the whole thing needs a soak to release.
5. Best seasoning and restoration kit: Blackstone Griddle Seasoning + Conditioner
A griddle cook surface is not painted black. It is a polymerized oil layer built up through repeated seasoning cycles, and it needs maintenance every 10-20 cooks or after any moisture exposure. The Blackstone-branded seasoning and conditioner is the highest-ranked kit because it uses a food-grade blend already optimized for polymerization at griddle temperatures. Flaxseed oil works but smokes aggressively; specialist griddle seasoning is easier to apply cleanly.
If the surface has already rusted, a restoration kit with a pumice stone, wire brush, high-heat oil, and cloth is the fix. A neglected griddle can almost always be brought back — the write-off point is metal warping from repeated water pooling, not surface rust.
6. Best griddle wind screen: side and rear panels
An overlooked accessory. Griddle burners run at 12,000-25,000 BTU each, and above 10 mph wind the effective heat output at the cook surface drops significantly. A three-sided wind screen (typically two side panels and a rear panel, aluminum or stainless) recovers most of the lost efficiency and also cuts down on flare-up when grease drips catch a gust.
Blackstone sells an official wind screen. Third-party options (Yukon Glory, Onlyfire) offer similar or better rigidity at lower price points.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Buying a universal cover for a specific griddle. Fit gaps at the corners let rain in. Model-specific covers ranked higher every time.
- Skipping the grease liners. Congealed grease is the number one reason a rear drawer sticks and a griddle owner stops using it.
- Using olive oil to season. Smoke point too low, polymerization uneven. Use a food-grade griddle seasoning oil or high-heat vegetable blend.
- Storing the griddle uncovered outdoors. UV degrades the cook surface finish, rain rusts the metal, and dust contaminates the season layer.
- Buying every accessory kit sold. The Uniflasy 35-piece plus a model-specific hardcover plus seasoning kit covers 95 percent of what most owners need. Everything after that is diminishing returns.
Frequently asked questions
How often do I need to re-season a griddle?
A light re-season every 10-20 cooks keeps the surface in good shape. A full re-season after every winter storage cycle. If food starts sticking or the surface color goes patchy, it is time.
Can I use my Blackstone spatula on a Traeger Flatrock?
Yes. Griddle spatulas are cross-brand compatible. Only covers, grease drawer liners, and windscreens have brand-specific fit concerns.
Is the Uniflasy 35-piece kit worth it over buying a la carte?
For a first-time buyer, yes. The per-piece cost is lower than assembling the same set from individual purchases, and the storage bag alone is worth $15-20 of the price.
Do I need a wind screen if I use my griddle in a covered patio?
Probably not. If the patio blocks wind from three sides, the burners already run at rated efficiency. Wind screens matter for open-yard installations.
What is the difference between a griddle cover and a griddle hardcover?
A soft cover is a fabric or vinyl wrap that goes over the whole griddle when not in use. A hardcover is a metal (usually aluminum) hood that closes over the cook surface only, letting you cover the griddle while the cart, burners, and undercarriage remain exposed. Most owners want both: hardcover for daily use, soft cover for winter storage.
Bottom line
The highest-ranking griddle accessory investments are: a full starter kit (Uniflasy 35-piece), a model-specific hardcover, grease liners for your drawer or cup design, and a seasoning maintenance kit. Everything else — wind screens, specialist single spatulas, upgraded burger presses — is worth adding based on how you actually cook. Match the accessory to the way you use the griddle and the ROI is real.
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