Original Kettle Premium 22" Charcoal Grill
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Why we picked it
Proven design unchanged for decades
The Weber Original Kettle has been the gold standard of charcoal grilling since 1952 and remains largely unchanged because the design simply works. Its porcelain enameled bowl and lid resist rust and peeling while the One-Touch cleaning system makes ash removal effortless. Many BIFL users report 15-25 years of heavy use with nothing more than occasional grate replacements.
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Community & Review Summary
18,743 Amazon reviews
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Price History
Above AverageTracking since Oct 1, 2025.
Lowest
$169.00
Dec 1
Average
$187.00
Highest
$219.00
May 24
Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Proven design unchanged for decades
- +Porcelain-enameled steel resists rust
- +One-Touch cleaning system for easy ash removal
- +Replacement parts widely available
- +Excellent heat retention and control
- +10-year limited warranty
Cons
- -No built-in thermometer on base model
- -Ash catcher can be finicky in wind
- -Requires charcoal management skills
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty
10-Year Limited Warranty
Return Policy
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