Finally there is an “entry-level” Genesis two burner grill. I’m not sure if Weber realizes that this model is sort of getting stiff competition from their new Spirit II range, but I guess it doesn’t matter much as it’s all in the family. Okay, those are the basics applicable to every weber charcoal grill grill in the series. In this space, quite conveniently placed right in the center, is the grease tray, making for easy cleanup at least. This easier grease management is a plus, so you win some you lose some. Up top the Genesis II grills cut a close copy of their predecessors.
Had a Weber before that I handed down to my daughter as it is still working. I am enjoying new feature as it is great with steaks and burgers. Looking forward to using this grill for weber genesis 2 years to come… A review of the Genesis II assembly guide indicates that assembly is a two-person task featuring 37 assembly steps and up to 161 parts, depending on the model.
Email updates from our community of barbecue masters, food enthusiasts, and lovers of outdoor cooking. Seemingly untested by Weber, this portable bbq grill struggles to nail the grilling fundamentals. At a whopping $1,400 , it’s almost impossible to make a strong case for this grill.
You’re not searing—just using the grill like an oven to cook the food the way you want it. All the other features are standard as with the other models. The only differences here are cooking space and amount of burners.
To turn it on, all you need to do is push a button and start grilling—this aids in the ease of use. When you turn the ignition on, you will need to let it heat up for a bit, but this won’t take too long, thanks to the meat dispersing materials that the grill is made of. Even though this is only slightly larger than the old Spirit grill in primary cooking space, it will still comfortably accommodate a family of four. The heat is plenty for the size and the grill gets up to 550 degrees in about 10 – 15 minutes depending on conditions. Rather than getting enough heat, a bigger issue seem to be getting the heat low enough for real slow cooking. The mid-range and premium models of the 2022 Genesis lineup also have a nifty vertical side compartment off to the left of the grill pedestal.
We think the stainless steel ones deliver a stronger hit of smoke, in addition to being more durable. The Genesis line dates back to the mid-’80s, when Weber debuted its first full-sized gas grills. These initial offerings featured a cart-style design, side shelving, and a handy grease management system. Over the years, the design evolved as Weber added grills of various sizes and styles to this iconic lineup. For those with limited space but a lot of mouths to feed, it’s worth noting that more deluxe versions of the grill offer a side burner built into the table on the right. These burners have a flush cover, so when they’re not in use they can still be used as a table, but they offer an additional cooking surface without expanding the grill’s footprint.