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Weber Griddle Insert 1-year review | Pros and Cons

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0:00 Intro
0:24 Griddle insert vs Standalone griddle?
1:19 Pros
3:31 Cons
5:17 Conclusion

[mattingegneri]

The genisis with the Weber crafted options is the best Weber I’ve ever owned. I have the SPX 435. Having the ability to have half griddle, half grates is awesome for cooking full meals that require different cooking methods. The ease of switching out the griddle, searing grates, or pizza stone game changing. I seasoned the griddle once, now just scrape off the food and wipe it down with a paper towel. I do store the griddle inside as opposed to the side cabinet just to avoid rust from the humidity. Not sure if that’s necessary, but it’s easy enough so better safe than sorry. My last 06 genesis is still going strong and almost 20yrs old. One of the few products left tha the name represents quality.

[DoritosResidue]

I don't have this insert but i have a little griddle brand griddle for my weber spirit. The pros over a blackstone or even a weber griddle is these propane grills have a functional lid. You can retain heat longer, heat the griddle faster because you can close it. You can get these things super hot because of the functional lid. You can use the warming tray to finish off a seared steak or vice versa. I also have the new weber traveler 22 inch griddle. The lid is non functional but i love to use it when I go camping. And a plus is that the griddle plate fits perfectly on my weber spirit. As if it was actually made for it. But my favorite for griddle cooking is my weber spirit amongst other thing's.

[JiminSC]

Why not remove the enamel "Flavorizer Drip Bars" too. That may help speed up the heating process. Thanks for the video.

[SaintAugustine]

I used mine for about 2 months. It was amazing and used it almost everyday. UNTIL the huge grease fire. The fire ended up ruining the griddle insert. I finally bought a dedicated griddle. Live and learn but it did show me how awesome griddles are so no regrets

[rrrrepairs]

I bought this on sale about a month ago and it works great! You’re right about it taking a while to heat up and once you start cooking something cold you would have to make sure you have a hot spot to flip it on. Otherwise very good quality… maybe next year will be a dedicated flat top Weber!

[johnwilliamson]

Very good review! I have an older Weber Genesis EP 330, and Weber doesn’t make a griddle to fit that one. I have seen someone putting rails in the front and rear to rest the griddle on, but...
Thanks again for the review!

[decibellx]

My kids got me one of these for Father's Day. I've watched all the vids, thought it would be fun and interesting. My friend has a Blackstone that his kids got him, it's a dedicated griddle. both of us have discovered it's not for us. the pros, does what it's supposed to and results in a good cook. cons - the mess, the stuff you have to have on hand, the disposal of the mess, all the extra tools, the controlling 3 or so foods at one time. maybe after ALOT of practice it may be more fun but for now it's just another thing we have to store.

[Trvlrxxx]

I’m going to look for a griddle for my Genesis II. That’s a pretty large surface area. Three burners. Should be great at cooking in two areas with the third section as a “keep warm” area.

[cyclepath]

I just found this insert for $50 on marketplace. I think it’s a solid score!

[davem]

Just scored a 210 on the side of the road! dedicated flat top here i come!

[sunnyvalejedi]

Great review! Could you add a little drip can or cup?

[dawnwtulich]

Excellent review. How much does the full size insert weigh? Thank you

[garciawork]

What does actual cleanup look like? That is the only thing that has me still jonesing for a dedicated slate or something, the fact that the grease drain goes into a grease bucket. That hole in the back just throws it into the firebox to (hopefully) drain to the bottom, right?

Also curious to hear if you tried what another commenter suggested in removing the favorizer bars to see if it heated faster.

[courtlandjacob]

How is the heat through those holes? How are your wrists?

[sweetbrandigirl]

Does Weber Only make the griddle insert for the Sprint, what about the genesis ii weber

[jimsymborski]

Do you have any problems using a metal spatula? I thought this is a ceramic coating?

[Metalmachine]

I’m very curious how this compares to the dedicated slate grill

[whatseatingwayde]

As much as I wanted one for my Genesis 310 I opted for the Made In carbon steel griddle. Less expensive, fits in my indoor gas cooktop and easier to clean. The only real downside is the size vs the Weber.

[Jeff-vpvz]

Sounds like you should have just bought a griddle. I have the 4 burner on the way and plan to get the griddle insert.
I'm having second thoughts because I'm not sure how to store and protect the griddle insert while not in-use.

I guess a smaller insert to see if I like it first.

[davetaylor]

great video. made me hungry as well...