How to Choose a Charcoal Grill

The grill size, lid, and air regulation are the deciding factors. A round kettle with a diameter of 47 cm fits even on a smaller terrace, while 57 cm offers space for more portions at once. A lid with a thermometer maintains a constant temperature and shortens preparation time because you don't have to lift the lid to check the heat. You control the air supply, and thus the heat intensity, using dampers and vents. Adjustable vents on Weber series can handle slow grilling at low temperatures and smoking. Also consider cleaning, as a removable ash catcher shortens the cleanup after grilling.

Which version to choose

• Weber charcoal grills feature a porcelain-enamelled kettle and lid, with round grates ranging from 37 to 67 cm. In the Original Kettle and Master-Touch series, you sweep out ash using the One-Touch system. The Gourmet BBQ System grate in the Master-Touch series and Original Kettle Premium accepts cast iron inserts and pizza stones. The Performer stands on a cart with a side table, while the Summit Kamado E6 has a double-walled kettle with air insulation.
• El Fuego grills have a rectangular grilling surface from 51.5 × 37.5 cm up to 99 × 49 cm and a lid with a thermometer. In the Calgary, Ottawa-S, and Ontario models, you set the charcoal height under the grate, allowing you to change the heat intensity without moving the grate. The Edmonton and Dakota feature side loading and two chambers, allowing you to grill and smoke under 100 °C.
• Our brand grills include the festive Dagr and Dagr II with grates at 4 heights and wooden handles. The Dagr II adds a closing lid, side vents, an integrated thermometer, and an ash drawer. Helheim combines a fire pit with a 10 mm steel griddle; Freyja and Valkýra serve as fire pits with grates.
• Portable grills are perfect for taking to a cottage or on a trip. The Weber Smokey Joe weighs 4 kg, while the Go-Anywhere has folding legs and a rectangular grate of 42 × 26 cm. The folding mini grill unfolds without the need for screws.

What You Need for a Charcoal Grill

Charcoal, briquettes, firelighters, and lighting chimneys can be found in grill fuel. A grill that stays outdoors can be protected by a model-specific cover. El Fuego covers fit the Calgary, Ontario 2, and Edmonton; choose Weber covers according to the grill series.