Kingsford Bold and Smoky Mesquite Briquets 8lbs
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The reviews highlight a significant divide in experiences with this charcoal product. While some guests appreciate its quick lighting and consistent performance, others express frustration over its failure to ignite without lighter fluid, leading to disappointing cooking experiences. Many guests value the flavor it imparts to grilled foods, making it a popular choice for gatherings. However, concerns about quality control and inconsistent results have emerged, prompting guests to reconsider their loyalty to this brand.
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4.1 out of 5 stars with 1220 reviews
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
5 out of 5 stars
11 June, 2026Verified purchase
Good value for the money
They burden good.
1 out of 5 stars
10 May, 2026
originally posted on kingsford.com
Awful!
God awful! Don't waste you time or money! Use normal charcoal and lighter fluid. This product is an absolute joke!
1 reply from Monique from The Kingsford Team team - 1 month ago
Oh no. We're sorry to hear our Match Light Charcoal let you down. Your feedback matters to us, and we’d appreciate the chance to learn more and help address what went wrong. Please reach out to us at 800-232-4745 and provide #260512-000648. We look forward to hearing from you.
1 out of 5 stars
22 March, 2026
originally posted on kingsford.com
Still need lighter fluid
Doesn’t light and still have to use lighter fluid which is frustrating when paying more for the ones you aren’t supposed to need lighter fluid for.
1 out of 5 stars
10 January, 2026
originally posted on kingsford.com
Did not light.
Cool as a cucumber. All that boiled was my blood. Better have lighter fluid on hand.
1 reply from Monique from The Kingsford Team team - 5 months ago
Bobby, thanks for letting us know about this. We're sorry to hear that our Match Light Charcoal failed to ignite. We understand how frustrating this can be, and we're here to help. Please connect with us at 800-232-4745 and mention #260114-000672. Hope to hear from you soon.
1 out of 5 stars
28 August, 2025
originally posted on kingsford.com
Horrible taste smell fumes in the entire house
My entire house smells like lighter fluid from the fumes set off by this charcoal. Our entire dinner tastes like lighter fluid. Our body’s smell like it even after a shower. We had charcoals burning for 15 minutes before cooking also. I’d rate a 0/5 if I could. This was an absolutely horrible experience.
1 out of 5 stars
27 August, 2025
originally posted on kingsford.com
Match Light Charcoal would not light
First, I'm a Kingsford Charcoal guy. I love their product. Unfortunately, I bought a double bag of Match Light and thought I upgraded to save time in getting the grill going; however, the charcoal just would not light. Had to resort to using a charcoal starter. Took way longer than it should. I wish I would have read the comments on here. Seems to be hit or miss if you get a good bag. Not really worth the risk for the money spent.
1 reply from The Fresh Step Team team - 7 months ago
Thanks for sharing your experience, Thomas. We're sorry to hear our Match Light Charcoal didn’t ignite as easily as it should have. We’d like to talk to you directly to help. Please call us at 800-232-4745 and keep up with #251104-000485. Looking forward to your call.
1 out of 5 stars
22 June, 2025
originally posted on kingsford.com
None garbage
Do not but this charcoal it did have lighter fluid in it i had to use car gasoline to get it to light and after lit before I started cooking all ready burned out meat was still raw with blood did not finish cooking my food iam never buying again matchlight charcoal as long as I live match charcoal is match light garbage iam sticking to meatless burger restaurants the rest of my life iam taking my charcoal girll to trash dump and throw it away And eat plant based foods off frying pan fried in sun flower oil and olive oil and eat vegetables and fruits and fat free milk the rest of my life and eat healthy the rest of life this match light charcoal is trash light charcoal I don't recommend this charcoal to nobody inless you want raw food
1 reply from The Hidden Valley Team team - 11 months ago
Oh no! We're so sorry to hear that our Match Light Charcoal failed to light properly. We expect the best performance from our products and want to help. Please call us at 800-232-4745, mentioning #250716-000667. Talk to you soon.
5 out of 5 stars
2 March, 2025
originally posted on kingsford.com
Long lasting and Smoked Flavor! Amazing!
Wow! Just last night I used a bag to smoke pork butt roast and I have never ever tasted something as good as this. With one 8lb bag I was able to do two batches of intense fire for a total of 4-5 hours. It was so good! Thank you Kingsford!
1 out of 5 stars
7 July, 2024
originally posted on kingsford.com
Toxic briquettes
Bought a new bag because I did not want to be short for a birthday barbeque. These briquettes are toxic, smell horrible and a pain to light. Once they do light the toxic smoke off of them is horrible
1 reply from Shannon from The Kingsford Team team - 2 years ago
There's more to grilling than just charcoal, and we're sorry about your latest experience using our Match Light Charcoal. Please allow us to assist you directly by calling us at 800-232-4745, mentioning the reference number 240710-000597. We hope to address your concerns soon.
1 out of 5 stars
29 June, 2024
originally posted on kingsford.com
Zero results
15 long mayched - two bags - zero results - need to buy lighter fluid - big scam
1 reply from Monique from The Kingsford Team team - 2 years ago
Thanks for sharing this with us, Rick. We’re sorry to hear that your Match Light didn’t ignite properly. Our team takes grilling seriously, and we’re glad you let us know. Several factors could lead to your charcoal not igniting as expected, including a tear or small opening in the bag or exposure to moisture or heat. We understand how frustrating this can be and want to provide you with a better experience. So we can, please reach out to us at 800-232-4745 and mention reference number 240703-000214. Hope to hear from you soon.
1 out of 5 stars
17 May, 2024
originally posted on kingsford.com
Trash
Match light is trash, thanks for saying no lighter fluid. Bought this product had a party of 60 people and match light doesn’t work. Unreal
1 reply from Monique from The Kingsford Team team - 2 years ago
Thanks for letting us know about this. We're sorry to learn our Match Light Charcoal didn't light properly and understand how frustrating that can be. So we may improve your next grilling experience, please connect with us at 800-232-4745 and mention reference number 240523-000693. Hope to hear from you soon.
1 out of 5 stars
17 May, 2024
originally posted on kingsford.com
Disappointed
I am So Disappointed in this product. I’ve used this for years and within the past 6 months EVERY bag of match light I have bought from multiple stores will NOT light. It seems as if the product is not coated like it used to be.
1 reply from Monique from The Kingsford Team team - 2 years ago
Melissa, we're grateful for your loyalty through the years and are sorry to hear our Match Light Charcoal didn’t light properly. We understand how frustrating this can be. You deserve a great grilling experience every time, and we want to help. So we may, please connect with us at 800-232-4745 and mention reference number 240523-000708. We hope to hear from you soon.
1 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Match Light Does Not Work
Bought two bags to take on vacation. Used within three days of purchase. Neither bag would even try to light. I had to go to the store and buy lighter fluid. Match light is false advertising. I can't believe all the reviews that say they had the same experience - wouldn't light.
1 reply from The Kingsford Team team - 3 years ago
We’re sorry to hear that your Match Light didn’t ignite properly. Our team takes lighting seriously, and we’re glad you let us know. So our team can help, please call us at 800-232-4745 and provide the reference number 230818-000741. We hope to speak with you soon.
3 out of 5 stars
31 July, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Still needed fluid
Bought the match light while on vacation in Florida I always buy this back home in Wisconsin I couldn’t get the charcoal to light with anything I even placed the the bag in there to try to spread the fire quickly and it didn’t
3 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Still need lighter fluid
Spend the extra money with the intent that the charcoal will light instantly, however, not the case, still need lighter fluid. We still keep buying it thinking we got a bad batch.
5 out of 5 stars
22 June, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Consistently good
Have used this product for a number of years..always deivers. The rare occasion where there was an issue lighting was in a bag that sat partially open for over a month…. Little harder to might but never needed fluid
1 out of 5 stars
18 June, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Match lite
I’ve bought 2bags so far. I will never buy it again. I still need starter fluid. Total waste of time and money
1 reply from The Kingsford Team team - 3 years ago
We’re sorry to hear that your Match Light didn’t ignite properly. Our team takes lighting seriously, and we’re glad you let us know. So we can speak with you further about this, please give our team a call at 800-232-4745 and provide the reference number 230622-000094. We hope to talk with you soon.
5 out of 5 stars
4 June, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
No light
I have been using kingsford for as long as I can remember and allways great my wife bought two big bags match light but I had to buy lighter fuild they had no light to them please send me free bags
5 out of 5 stars
26 May, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Lights every time. Lasts long. I’ve been using it
As long as you KEEP THE BAG CLOSED. It lights every time we only come over had a problem is when I forgot to close the bag. It is a good flavor and long lasting.
1 out of 5 stars
7 May, 2023
originally posted on kingsford.com
Kingsford Matchlight doesn’t light instantly
Looking forward to having a cookout with the family. Decided to pay a little extra for the Kingsford insta light. Neither bag lit up. Very disappointed because I still had to go purchase lighter fluid and delay the party over an hour. I would have added the video of my multiple attempts, but I don’t want to create a YouTube channel just to show you the product doesn’t work. Quality control please!
1 reply from The Kingsford Team team - 3 years ago
Oh no. We're sorry to hear about your experience with our Match Light Charcoal. Many things, including a tear or small opening in the bag or exposure to moisture or heat, could cause it to not light as expected. We'd love to get you back on track. Please call us at 800-232-4745 and be sure to mention the reference number, 230509-000709. We hope to speak with you soon.