Weber Kettle Appreciation Society (2024)

FAQs

Are Weber grills now made in China? ›

Weber grills are designed and engineered in the USA, incorporating globally sourced parts. Go-Anywhere, Spirit, Spirit II, and Limited Edition Red Kettle series of Weber grills are assembled in China, incorporating globally sourced components.

it's because retailers agree not to advertise a lower price than the MSRP (manufacturers suggested retail price), said Kevin Brasler, executive editor at Twin Cities Consumers' Checkbook. But what many consumers may not know is that retailers can still lower prices on these brands.

With proper care and maintenance, a good Weber grill will last 10-15 years, and sometimes even more.

You are more likely to find more cooking space in Napoleon models. This means you can cook for large parties or a big family with ease. While both brands have burners with comparable heat output, it's common to find one or more extra burners in Napoleon grills. This means more heating and versatility when cooking.

Depending on the model and where you store it, you can reasonably expect a three to 10 year lifespan for your Weber grill.

Weber's competitors

Char-Broil is a manufacturer of charcoal, gas and electric outdoor grills, smokers and related accessories. Napoleon is a manufacturer of heating equipment. Traeger (formerly known as TGPX Holdings) is a company that manufactures wood-fired grills for outdoor cooking.

Napoleon grills provide more heat per unit area, resulting in more efficient and faster cooking. The Jetfire ignition system employed by Napoleon is acknowledged to be superior in terms of effectiveness, reliability, and durability compared to Weber's Infinity ignition system.

Labor Day Weekend Through November Boasts Big Discounts

Even better, this period of deals can be significantly longer, as the demand for grills is basically gone. That means Labor Day weekend kicks off the grill sales, but you can expect plenty of savings on tap through October and November.

On average, Americans will throw their grill out after only three years. However, we assure you that they should last much longer than that! In reality, most gas grills last between 5 to 15 years before needing to be replaced.

You can safely leave your grill on the patio all year round, as it is built to withstand all normal weather conditions. This is why we confidently offer a rust and enamel guarantee on our grills.

Should you clean Weber grill after every use? ›

Tackling stuck food, leftover grease, and marinades on your grates with a good grill brush after every use can prevent most build-up. An annual or twice-yearly deep clean (depending on how often you grill) that addresses all your grill's surfaces and parts will take care of any gunk that does accumulate.

Which BBQ is better for caravanning, the Weber Q or the Ziggy model? Both the Weber Q and Ziggy models are excellent options for caravanning. The Weber Q is made of cast aluminium, which makes it rust-proof and suitable for outdoor use. On the other hand, the Ziggy model offers better heat control and versatility.

After spending two days cooking 40 pounds of burgers, BBQ, and whole chickens, we recommend the Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill 22″. Thanks to more than seven decades of continuous refinement, it's the most versatile, most user-friendly, and best-performing charcoal grill we've tested.

Weber grills are designed and engineered in the USA, incorporating globally sourced parts. Go-Anywhere, Spirit, Spirit II, and Limited Edition Red Kettle series of Weber grills are assembled in China, incorporating globally sourced components.

Made In The Heart Of America. We were proudly founded in the USA. It's where we created the kettle grill in 1952 and our famous Flavorizer bars in 1985. We may be a global brand nowadays, but we still design, manufacture and discover new grilling possibilities right here in the USA.

Proudly Made in the Chicago Suburbs

All of our grills are designed and engineered by a team at our Chicago headquarters, and every day our wide assortment of grills roll off the manufacturing lines at our plant in Huntley, Illinois.

Broil King gas grills are manufactured in North American factories located in Huntington Indiana, Dickson Tennessee and Waterloo Ontario. When it comes to quality, there can be no compromise.