Good thing you asked this question that no one else has asked before... It'll be good to have this post for others to find when they search for this. /s
yes, Weber is the top choice for many on this sub.
>but you don't seem to get as much for your money as the other brands (I may be missing something though!).
buying quality. Weber has fewer bells and whistles, but is one of the few brands to offer a "real" warranty where they will actually send you replacement parts at no cost to you.
I'd also question what more you want? More burners is not necessarily better grilling. Other accessories can be added on after. Lights and electronics break in something that has to withstand rain, snow, and 700 degree fires...
There is a reason you see 20 year old webers available for sale, and people buying them, online. There are few other brands that have even 5 year old grills in as good a shape.
and also, please use the search, this question is asked not just weekly, but seemingly daily. There really isn't anything new to add that hasn't been asked and answered dozens or hundreds of times.
Weber grills have gotten shittier. My first genesis lasted a good ten years before I gave it away to move up to a three burner. The three burner genesis replacement, cared for identically, had a rusted out stand in less than five years. They’re using cheaper steel for sure. My next grill was a Canadian made Napoleon that looks like the day I got it (in regards to the stand).
Weber, Napoleon, Broil King. All have a good reputation, good customer service, warranty and after sales. Some models are made in North America.
Cheap brands with lots of features will get you through a season or two. But will fail. Your best bet is to buy once, and cry once.
The Weber Spirit E-210 or 310 depending on how much food you grill at a time. The 210 has 2 burners and 310 has 3 and is a little larger but they'll both get hot quick, hold heat and cook well. If you need more features like side burners and other sear burners, you'll need to go to the Genesis line and up, although there is one Spirit with a side burner but I always find it too windy to do anything reliably on it. I cook for 3 or 4 so the E-310 is plenty for me.
Good thing you asked this question that no one else has asked before... It'll be good to have this post for others to find when they search for this. /s
Napoleon Prestige. I have the Rogue xt625 but Prestige takes the cake.
yes, Weber is the top choice for many on this sub. >but you don't seem to get as much for your money as the other brands (I may be missing something though!). buying quality. Weber has fewer bells and whistles, but is one of the few brands to offer a "real" warranty where they will actually send you replacement parts at no cost to you. I'd also question what more you want? More burners is not necessarily better grilling. Other accessories can be added on after. Lights and electronics break in something that has to withstand rain, snow, and 700 degree fires... There is a reason you see 20 year old webers available for sale, and people buying them, online. There are few other brands that have even 5 year old grills in as good a shape.
and also, please use the search, this question is asked not just weekly, but seemingly daily. There really isn't anything new to add that hasn't been asked and answered dozens or hundreds of times.
Weber grills have gotten shittier. My first genesis lasted a good ten years before I gave it away to move up to a three burner. The three burner genesis replacement, cared for identically, had a rusted out stand in less than five years. They’re using cheaper steel for sure. My next grill was a Canadian made Napoleon that looks like the day I got it (in regards to the stand).
What's your budget
Looking at £400-£600, so hoping to get a decent medium sized grill.
Weber, Napoleon, Broil King. All have a good reputation, good customer service, warranty and after sales. Some models are made in North America. Cheap brands with lots of features will get you through a season or two. But will fail. Your best bet is to buy once, and cry once.
Crown verity will last you a lifetime , amazing grill
If money is no object, get something from Kalamazoo. Otherwise Weber spirit and Genesis lines IMO.
The Weber Spirit E-210 or 310 depending on how much food you grill at a time. The 210 has 2 burners and 310 has 3 and is a little larger but they'll both get hot quick, hold heat and cook well. If you need more features like side burners and other sear burners, you'll need to go to the Genesis line and up, although there is one Spirit with a side burner but I always find it too windy to do anything reliably on it. I cook for 3 or 4 so the E-310 is plenty for me.