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Customer reviews for Kingsford Match Light Instant Charcoal Briquettes 2 Pack, 16 Lbs. Each for
Kingsford Match Light Instant Charcoal Briquettes 2 Pack, 16 Lbs. Each
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Sep 5, 2016
Reviewer name: Nashville768
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

A real time saver

I have used match light for all my BBQ and grilling this summer and it saved so much time verses other products I've used in the past. I had heard that it affects the flavor but after using I can personal say that it has no affect on that great grilled flavor I look for. I can't imagine ever going back to anything else.

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Oct 5, 2019
Reviewer name: Lizzyanna86
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

USED TO LOVE THIS CHARCOAL

I have been having issues with this charcoal all summer. I can only use half a bag then go to use the other half that is out of the weather and sealed...... and it does not want to light. It is like it has an expiration date.... I think I am going to go to another brand :(

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reply from The Kingsford Team

Hello there. This shouldn't have happened with our Kingsford Match Light Charcoal Briquets, and we're sorry to hear about this. Our team is looking into it. In the meantime, we hope you'll let us help. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, and be sure to provide the reference number: 191009-000301 for faster service. We hope to hear from you soon.

Jul 14, 2021
Reviewer name: Apps
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Bring backup lighter fluid

I bought a bag of Match Light to take a baseball game to tailgate beforehand. We could not get the coals to light. We even tried burning part of the bag to ignite the coals. Still didn’t work. We ended up eating the overpriced food in the ballpark spending about $150 rather than the good food we brought.

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reply from The Kingsford Team

We appreciate you sharing your grilling experience with us, and we're sincerely sorry to learn that our Match Light Charcoal had difficulties lighting this time. So we can make it up to you, please reach out to us directly at 800-232-4745 with reference number 210716-000220. We hope to hear from you soon.

Aug 25, 2019
Reviewer name: Debbie57
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Deceiving guarantee

Bought a bag of matchlight 2 wks ago and just opened to use last night. I couldn't get lit after several attempts. Finally had to go to store for fluid. Very disappointed. Told daughter about and she said had same problem with bout a year ago. Will never buy again. It was both time consuming and wound up costing me more in long run.

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Hello there, Debbie. This shouldn't have happened with our Kingsford Match Light Charcoal Briquets, and we're sorry. Our team is looking into it. In the meantime, we hope you'll let us help. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, and be sure to provide the reference number: 190827-000248 for quicker service. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Jul 13, 2017
Reviewer name: HonestTony
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

The only ones that light quickly, Originals don't!

I used to use original Kingdford for about 40 years. The last 10 years it seems the composition of wood used in the original blend has changed. We used to use newspaper or paper plates to light up the standard charcoals from Kingsford. But they don't light quickly or at all. When they did light, they would light unbalanced and it would take longer to cook. I use the two zone cooking method. Using the Match Light version lights fast and evenly. I prefer the original but it doesn't work for us. So Match Light is what we been using the last 10 years mostly. Sometimes I may add oak wood to extend the cooking. I have not experienced any unpleasant taste after cooking using the Match Light. But I know there is lighter fluid in it. So we don't BBQ as often as we used too with the original blend of Kingsford.

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Jul 5, 2015
Reviewer name: ericb
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Always ready to light when you are ready.

Kingsford® Match Light® Charcoal makes lighting easy. Each briquet features just the right amount of lighter fluid, so you can light your grill with just a match. Just light the briquets in one easy step and you’ll be ready to cook in 10 minutes. Match Light Charcoal contains the same quality ingredients as Kingsford® Original Charcoal.

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Jul 21, 2022
Reviewer name: BBQ Queen
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

The Good Charcoal Company

The Good Charcoal Company has excellent charcoal for grilling. I have grilled with this charcoal three times so far, and each experience has been very satisfying. I will purchase another bag in the near future. This charcoal has become my go to when I want to grill. I love it.

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Apr 15, 2022
Reviewer name: R White
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Great Product, Great Price

Great Product, Great Price

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May 21, 2023
Reviewer name: Brandi
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

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Works!

Was skeptical but it really work. Nice to not have to use lighter fluid.

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May 1, 2025
Reviewer name: Charlie
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

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The way to go.

Easy way to light your grill. Good stuff.

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