FireMagic uses surgical grade cast 316 SS for its burners unlike the standard grade sheet metal 304 SS used by Alfresco.

It is not even close. Go with FireMagic.

I agree with deeageaux on FM vs Alfresco. Although, you might also consider Lynx, which have thick heavy cast brass burners. I looked at both, and ended up choosing Lynx over Fire Magic for my own particular reasons, but I don't think you can go wrong with either.

This post was edited by ctycdm on Mon, Nov 4, 13 at 12:08

Though I own a Lynx, I think the FM is the best all-round units out there. Its also one of the most expensive. You might look at RCS which is their less-expensive line.

Thank you very much. Very helpful. I guess I will go with Fire Magic. Was hoping you all would say the opposite because of the price difference....