Built around SnS Grill’s patented Slow ‘N Sear charcoal kettle accessory, this 22-inch kamado is a premium ceramic grill that brings true 2-zone cooking to a kamado. All of the products below have been tested and are highly recommended. 3) Tell us everything we need to know to help such as the type of cooker and thermometer. Dial thermometers are often off by as much as 50°F so if you are not using a good digital thermometer we probably can’t help you with time and temp questions. Webers are not cheap, but when you consider that they last decades, the price is easy to justify. I don’t know which part of this thing is supposed to be nonstick, but judging by all the tasty residue from its first maiden voyage, there isn’t any!
While maintaining a few of the better features like an expansive grilling area, the Spirit II came out with an upgrade in a few features. The Spirit II models, for instance, come in a lighter design and use only 2 sturdy wheels, where their predecessors used to use 4. On top of this, these grills came with a few color options for the lid.
The Weber Genesis E-325s puts out more heat per square inch than our pick, and the main grate has a 20% larger cooking area. Weber also redesigned its expandable upper warming rack, with bars that run front to back , so it’s easier to slide a spatula under the food. Instead of porcelainized cast-iron cooking grates, the Genesis E-325s has a grilling surface made of thick stainless steel rods (these won’t make a huge difference in your grilling results). Like our top pick, the Genesis E-325s has a cast-aluminum firebox and an enameled steel lid and frame. But unlike the Spirit II E-310, the Genesis sits on a closed cart that glides on four casters for easier mobility.
Available in both gas and charcoal options, this is the premium line of offering. An introductory line of offering, the grills under this series comes with the iconic GS4 grilling, ignition, 10-year warranty, and flavorizer bars that prevent flare-ups. The characteristic feature of these grills is their affordability, intelligent design and size options. Weber-Stephen is one of the oldest and most respected manufacturers of BBQ equipment and related accessories in the world. Weber grills and smokerscook beautifully and have great features that are clever, effective and easy to use. Even in this crowded marketplace, many consumers are still willing to pay more for the Weber name and they are rarely disappointed.
At any rate, though, this is a practical and efficient grill that’s also compact and portable. With two stainless steel burners, the unit is capable of generating 26,500 BTU, making it powerful enough to handle small barbecues with no problems. At the same time, it has a wide temperature range, allowing you to cook at either low, medium or high temperatures with the same amount of ease. The Spirit ii E-330 has porcelain-coated grates and flavorizer bars, making them a doddle to clean, just brush them off with a grill brush to remove food debris.
They also sell cooking aids such as rotisserie kits, cooking stones and grill baskets. As well as merchandise, such as t-shirts, aprons, and coffee cups. Like most big companies, there are some complaints, mainly from people that have managed to break their grills through misuse and expect Weber to fix it outside warranty for no cost. The Spirit ii E-330, with its stainless-steel exterior, will need a wipe down with soapy water to remove grease and dust residue.
Even so, it was easier to put together with help from someone else. It took my colleague,Molly Price, and I just over an hour to finish building the Spirit II. Weber’s red $599 Spirit II E-310 gas grill cooks pretty well, but costs too much.
It is recommended to clean the inner and outer surfaces regularly to protect the product from natural factors. I do use my gas grill when we simply want to be outside, and I fancy a very quick snack in the simplest most fuss-free way possible, but my gas grill is my least used bit of kit. The only reason to overlook it or replace it would be the need for extra cooking space. It’s stupidly easy to cook with because ease of use is at the forefront of its design. For that reason, you should give it serious consideration as your next grill if it fits your bill. You can easily access the grease tray to scrape it and then wash with soapy water, and the disposable aluminum catch pans are just swapped out for fresh ones.
Surprisingly, however, there is no read out on the iGrill 3 itself. You need to use the app even when you’re standing at the grill. Check out Weber’s iGrill 3 video below that shows how to install this optional thermometer on their Genesis II. The Spirit II E-310 also char broil performance exhibited the most consistent heat across the entire cooking surface in the 2018 test, just as the original Spirit had done in 2017. Among the competition in our 2017 test, the Napoleon model in particular had noticeable cool spots toward the front of its grates.
You can also continue to add cooking versatility to broaden your repertoire with it too. Add the grease management system for ease of cleaning and the extra storage space at the bottom of the trolley, and you’ve got a really functional cooking space. To help justify the price of a new Weber they have also included a 10-year warranty.