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Best Charcoal Grills

Best Charcoal Grills - Weber Kettle Dominates Reddit BBQ Discussions

TL;DR: Weber Kettle is the undisputed versatile king; PK Grills = BIFL tanks but pricey; Masterbuilt Gravity offers ease/flavor but watch reliability; cheap offsets rust fast; chimney starter mandatory; ash catcher models worth the upgrade

4.7K comments analyzed
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Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill

Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill

$149.00Amazon
97

TL;DR: versatile workhorse; massive accessory ecosystem; durable porcelain enamel; reliable temp control

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•367 positive•4 neg
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Weber Performer Charcoal Grill

Weber Performer Charcoal Grill

$349.00Amazon
90

TL;DR: gas assist ignition; convenient work table; built-in storage; stable 4-leg cart

923
112
•106 positive•1 neg
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Masterbuilt Gravity Series

Masterbuilt Gravity Series

$999.99Amazon
89

TL;DR: charcoal flavor; set-and-forget convenience; prone to grease fires; build quality concerns

1021
177
•139 positive•26 neg
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PK Grills PK360

PK Grills PK360

$49.00Amazon
87

TL;DR: rust-proof cast aluminum; precise air control; buy-it-for-life durability; slightly small cooking area

753
102
•96 positive•1 neg
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Weber Summit Kamado

Weber Summit Kamado

$2,349.00Amazon
86

TL;DR: double-walled insulation; fuel efficient; highly versatile; lighter than ceramic

705
76
•71 positive•3 neg
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Kamado Joe Classic Series

Kamado Joe Classic Series

$1,840.00Amazon
86

TL;DR: ceramic heat retention; versatile cooking system; heavy; value vs BGE

510
81
•76 positive•3 neg
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Weber Jumbo Joe Charcoal Grill

Weber Jumbo Joe Charcoal Grill

$89.98Amazon
84

TL;DR: portable; generous cooking area; locking lid; great for camping

365
65
•63 positive•0 neg
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Weber 26" Original Kettle Premium

Weber 26" Original Kettle Premium

$499.00Amazon
82

TL;DR: massive cooking area; great for 2-zone cooking; sturdy; few accessories

437
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•56 positive•0 neg
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Big Green Egg

Big Green Egg

$58.60Amazon
81

TL;DR: excellent heat retention; lifetime warranty; expensive; versatile

389
62
•51 positive•1 neg
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Char-Griller Akorn Kamado

Char-Griller Akorn Kamado

$499.99Amazon
79

TL;DR: affordable kamado; fuel efficient; insulated steel; prone to rust

267
55
•46 positive•4 neg

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