Weber Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch, Touch-N-Go Gas Ignition System, Copper

I've always heard great things about the benefits of charcoal grilling, but hated the process of lighting the grill and managing the ashes, so I have always owned a gas grill...that is until now. The Weber Performer Deluxe grill give me all the benefits of the flavor that charcoal gives (being able to used hardwood briquettes, etc), and easy to manage. The Weber performer grill gives even cooking, and the charcoal holders give you great control over managing where the coals are for both direct and indirect cooking. Plus, it comes with the better higher guage grill grates with the center opening, and the side openings to manage coals mid-cooking. Finally, the ash management is amazing. There two versions and I opted for the Deluxe for $40.00 more ($439 vs $399), and it is worth it as it makes lighting a breeze. You have to attache a small propane bottle (about $6) to it, and then position your coals over the gas nozzle (I layer fast lighting coals at the bottom of the coal pans, then fill the rest with either Applewood or Mesquite Hardwood coal briquettes for flavor), the turn on the gas, push the lighter and poof, my fire has started. Leave for about 5 mins and turn off the gas, and then give the briquettes another 10 mins and you are ready to start grilling. You can leave the goals in the center or move them to the side. So far I have been impressed with it's even cooking for burgers, chicken parts (bone-in), steak, ribs, beer can chicken, and brisket. What I also like is the temperature management using the air-damper at the bottom and the vent on the top.

Just received and assembled so I haven't cooked on it yet, but I don't need to before writing the review because a Weber Kettle was my first grill more than 30 years ago and I can tell from assembling it that the heart and soul are still the same. Product arrived with box in nearly pristine condition, but it probably wouldn't have mattered because it was packed SO WELL. Now, for assembly, I prepared myself for the usual grind of poor instructions and ill-fitting parts that I've grown used to in other grills since I got too "sophisticated" for a kettle. Boy, was I surprised! Assembly was simple, straight forward and I could've almost done it without the instructions. Only criticism I have to offer is two open-end wrenches are called for, but no sizes are given in the instructions. How hard would it have been to include the size? I still don't know because I just chose to go with a pair of pliers instead, which worked fine. I look at this grill and I see all of the simplicity and reliability of the original, with almost all of the improvements I could ask for: Great ash collection system Improved holder for the lid Great work surface Gas start option Built in timer Handy tilt-out bin which I will find a use for, even if I don't agree with putting charcoal in an open-air container on a grill that will likely be stored outside. I'll stick with my Kingsford storage bin that is airtight. Additional storage space is always welcome! Improved grate with both hinged doors for adding coals and I LOVE the idea of the new gourmet system. One reviewer called it "stupid" but hey... just because he lacks the skill or imagination to make good use of it, doesn't make it "stupid"! The same guy talked about "over paying" but again, that's unrealistic. If you consider how many grills I've WORN OUT in the past 30 years and had to replace because they were only offered for a few years and replacement parts were no longer available, while the Kettle is basically still the same and many owners are still using one 20-30 years later, there is NO SUCH THING as "over paying" for this kind of quality.

Love it! We have had this style BBQ for about 15 years and it finally failed. We prefer cooking on charcoal and this model has a propane lighter that makes the process much easier. The new one has several improved features we really like. The charcoal bin is on the side rather than under the lid so access is much easier. The grate has a removable center to add steak grills or other add-ons. Biggest improvement is moving to standard 16 Oz propane canisters from the small tank on the old one (always hard to find a dealer with the right size fill nozzle). These also come with a charcoal holder chimney of sorts so don't bother with adding a chimney. Assembly was pretty good. Instructions are all done in pictures but with some hard looking, it is fairly easy to figure out. Very solid unit when finished. Deciding on the model was a bit of a challenge. Weber sells this one, the "Deluxe" model, and a less expensive one called the "Premium". They look the same in the pictures but the "Premium" doesn't have the "Touch and Go" propane ignition system. Well worth the extra 50 bucks for us. If you go with propane model, get a gadget called a "Schozzle" from Amazon. It allows you to refill a 16 Oz propane canister from a standard propane tank. And, at only $10, it saves on cost of propane. Stay Calm and Grill On! Note all the different colors are the same price so find one you like.

Muy práctico para asar y limpiar, tiene varios aditamentos

Quick delivery, Well pkg’ed, clear easy assembly instructions. Fun to assemble, sturdy product! Gas ignition system works beautifully. Well though out. Perfect BBQ? ,No but close. A rotating grill would fit my bbqing habits. Buy this product (from Amazon) even shipping was perfect... you’ll not regret decision.

Excelente producto, práctico y fácil de usar, con este aparato me olvido de encender el carbón, en Diez minutos enciende con el sistema de gas. Excelente concentración del calor.

I wanted a Kamado or Green Egg, but after seeing their ridiculous prices, let alone that they are not made in North America, I opted for this Weber and I don't regret it. This system to start the coal is really amazing. Turn a knob, push a button, wait between 6 to 10 minutes, and when you come back you have nice glowing embers.

Todo increible