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Broil King Imperial QS 590 BI Built-In Gas Grill
Five-burner built-in. 304 stainless steel cookbox. iQue Wi-Fi smart control. 15-year warranty.
The Imperial QS 590 BI is Broil King's right-sized built-in gas grill for serious outdoor kitchen builds that do not need the flagship dual cookbox configuration. Five patented Dual-Tube burners, a rear rotisserie burner, a top-ported side burner, and iQue smart control sit inside a 304 stainless steel cabinet engineered for permanent integration into a kitchen island.
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Why the 590 BI Is the Right Choice for Most Outdoor Kitchens
The 590 BI is not a downgrade from the 690 BI. It is the right specification for the majority of outdoor kitchen builds. Five Dual-Tube burners producing 55,000 BTU across 625 sq-in of primary cooking area is a serious gas grill by any measure, with the same cooking technology, smart control, and 15-year warranty as the flagship.
The 690 BI's defining feature is its dual cookbox configuration: two completely separate thermal environments side by side. That capability matters for buyers who need to run a sear at full heat in one box while holding a roast at low heat in the other, with no thermal bleed-through. For most outdoor kitchen cooks (family meals, regular entertaining, weekend barbecues) a single well-designed cookbox with five independent burners delivers everything you need.
Imperial QS 590 BI vs 690 BI
| Feature | Imperial QS 590 BI | Imperial QS 690 BI |
|---|---|---|
| Burners | 5 × Dual-Tube | 6 × Dual-Tube |
| Main BTU Output | 55,000 BTU | 60,000 BTU |
| Primary Cooking Area | 625 sq-in | 750 sq-in |
| Cookbox Configuration | Single 304 stainless cookbox | Two completely separate cookboxes |
| Build Footprint | Suits standard outdoor kitchen runs | Requires larger island for dual cookbox |
| Side Burner | 13,000 BTU top-ported | 13,000 BTU top-ported |
| Rotisserie | 15,000 BTU rear + kit included | 15,000 BTU rear + kit included |
| iQue Smart Control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 15 years | 15 years |
If you are building a large outdoor kitchen island where the grill is the primary cooking station and you frequently entertain, the 690 BI with its dual cookbox configuration is worth the step up. For most builds, the 590 BI delivers the same cooking technology in a more compact, more practically priced package.
Cooking TechnologyBuilt-In Engineering
Five Dual-Tube Burners
Patented design carries two parallel flame channels per burner rather than one. Broader, more consistent heat spread. 55,000 BTU combined output across the cooking surface.
304 Stainless Steel Cookbox
Same commercial-grade alloy used in the 690 BI. Resists corrosion, handles outdoor exposure, maintains appearance over years of permanent installation.
Flav-R-Wave Vaporisation
304 stainless panels intercept dripping fat before it reaches the burners. Drippings vaporise into flavour smoke instead of flare-ups, closing the gap between gas and charcoal.
iQue Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
Monitor and control via the Broil King Grilling App. Two electronic meat probes. Smart-Touch presets for smoke, roast, and grill modes built into the panel.
15,000 BTU Rotisserie
Rear-mounted stainless burner heats from behind the spit. Whole chickens, rolled roasts, lamb legs cook with self-basting rotation. Premium kit included as standard.
13,000 BTU Side Burner
Top-ported design directs flame upward for efficient pot and pan heat transfer. Independent operation. Boil, sauce, or cook sides while the main cookbox runs at full capacity.
Cast Stainless Steel Grids
Professional cast grids retain heat better than stamped alternatives. Hold temperature when cold food contacts them. Built for high-heat searing in a permanent installation.
Built-In Lighting
Cookbox lighting and illuminated control knobs as standard. Clear visibility of cooking surface and controls during evening or low-light cooking sessions.
Complete Your Cooking Setup
The Imperial QS 590 BI handles every cut from a steak sear to a low-and-slow roast. To work confidently across that range, an instant-read thermometer is the single most useful addition. The Pyralit Instant Read Thermometer delivers ±0.5°C accuracy in 2 to 3 seconds, ideal for verifying doneness across multiple proteins or zones during a cook.
In the BoxComplete Specification
Free Sydney Delivery on the Imperial Range
Direct from our Wetherill Park showroom. Sales and delivery across NSW. For builds outside NSW, call us to discuss delivery arrangements and timing.
Full Specifications
| Burners | 5 × Dual-Tube stainless steel |
| Main Burner Output | 55,000 BTU |
| Side Burner | 13,000 BTU top-ported |
| Rotisserie Burner | 15,000 BTU stainless steel rear |
| Rotisserie Kit | Included |
| Primary Cooking Area | 625 sq-in |
| Cooking Grids | Professional cast stainless steel |
| Flavour System | Flav-R-Wave 304 stainless vaporisation |
| Cookbox Construction | 304 stainless steel |
| Smart Control | iQue Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
| Companion App | Broil King Grilling App |
| Meat Probes | 2 × electronic |
| Heat Control | Linear-Flow valves, 180-degree precision |
| Ignition | Sure-Lite electronic |
| Lighting | Built-in cookbox and control knob lights |
| Lid Design | Roll-action with cast aluminium end caps |
| Grease Management | Slide-out grease tray system |
| Installation | Built-in outdoor kitchen integration |
| Fuel Type | LPG (natural gas conversion available on request) |
| Warranty | 15 years |
Imperial QS 590 BI FAQs
Questions we get asked most before purchase. Not covered here? Call us or visit the showroom.
Is BBQ Republic an authorised Broil King dealer?
Should I buy the 590 BI or step up to the 690 BI?
What is the difference between the Imperial and Regal ranges?
Does BBQ Republic install the Imperial range?
Does the Imperial QS 590 BI come with the rotisserie kit?
What is iQue and how does it work?
Does the Imperial QS 590 BI use LPG or natural gas?
What does the 15-year warranty cover?
Is the Imperial QS 590 BI on display at your showroom?
Found it cheaper elsewhere?
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