Which Weber Kettle to Buy? Original vs Premium vs Master Touch

Weber has three main classes of the 22" Kettle, the Original, Premium, and Master Touch Charcoal Grill. Each one has a range of features, but it can be hard to determine which Weber Kettle you should buy to be your charcoal grill. I'll go over the different features and break down which ones are important so you can decide which one you should purchase.

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[GrillTopExperience]

2024 Update: Weber has changed what comes with the Master Touch. You get "Charcoal Rails" instead of charcoal baskets.

[JoeCaron]

I really appreciate how there is NO BACKGROUND MUSIC. It is so distracting and really wears out the brain when a person is trying to learn something and there is all this chaos going on in the background. THANK YOU sir very much.

[Sazonman]

I purchased my webber premium brand new for only $25 dollars at Sears, when they were going out of business, it's been going strong 💪 since the first day of purchase 😊

[We.dont.snitch.X]

I've got an original that my old lady bought in the 80's. Added the rotisserie attachment, the segmented grilling grate, and put my own thermometer into the lid. Still cooks like a beast, so you can make a hell of a feed with any of them.

[mdillon]

Wow this video is 2 years old an a Master Touch is $299 and premium is $219. Inflation is crazy

[aaronfriesen]

I have the cheapest model and I use it all the time. I’ve cooked everything on there including briskets. I love that a simple and cheap design can still make great bbq

[larryd]

I just stumbled across this video tonight. It is short, informative and to the point. I bought on Original in 1992. It is old and weathered, but it still cooks like a champ. I recently ordered the Professional. I honestly didnt realize that it is taller. Glad to learn that since I'm 6'7". I got it for $275.

Great video. Thanks.

[alm]

My brother. I watched all your grilling videos on your playlist and feel ive learned so much. Gonna be a grill master in no time thanks to you. Cheers🎉

[stockraker]

Good review. I like top of the line because of the features and that’s what I went with. Thanks for making your reviews short, concise and point. So many folks ramble on and make their reviews 20 to 30+ minutes when less than 10 is all that’s needed. Thank you again!

[JamesCAsphalt]

Update: The Master Touch on Amazon today 2024 comes with charcoal rails, no basket. The picture of the bottum vents shows the standard vent, no L shape. This is the best comparison I have seen on Youtube. Thank you.

[Durfenhurf]

What a pleasant voice and engaging presentation! The video gave me everything I need to know about which one to pick. Thanks for a great vid.

[brianr]

I had the original model about 15 years ago. I think I paid $80 at The Home Depot. It was a great grill. Worth it at that price today. I would upgrade to the middle of the pack today. A lot of headaches eliminated with a small upgrade fee. I wish I still had that old grill. Lost it in a custody battle along with 4 cats and half of my retirement. Everything was replaceable on that grill which made it a great value. I think I just talked myself into the upgraded model just now...

[kellyh]

I have only owned 2 propane BBQ's. My 1st BBQ lasted 20 yrs! however, my 2nd one lasted about 5 yrs. So now I am considering buying a charcoal grill for the 1st time! As of today I have been reading reviews on the Weber Charcoal Grill and have read a lot of good reviews. I am glad to have come across your video! The information you provided has taught me the three classes and different features. This information will make my shopping much easier and less stressful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[GustavoSantos]

Just the explanation I was looking for, and which I couldn’t find on their official website.

[michaelmurray]

The best value, in my opinion, is the Weber Performer, the one with the folding table. The reason is it is so sturdy and if you need to move it during a cook it has 4 wheels. Fold down the table and it doesn’t take up much more space than a standard kettle. Weber Kettles Forever!

[ubcts]

The small smokey Joe is what I like. It has small grate that is easy to clean. The heat is also easy to control.

[luismijangos]

Great video! No bs just a straight up honest and useful review. Thank you I went and picked the master after this video.

[sreginkc]

I just took the lazy way out and bought an original premium, a master touch and a performer deluxe all at very reasonable prices at garage sales. They cleaned up nicely and I don't think I can part with any of them. Thanks for this and all of your great and informative videos.

[MrRigor]

Weber just increased prices, this week. The Master Touch is retailing at $275-$300. The Spirit 310 I bought 2 years ago for $450 is now $640!

[SmaoYaJamea]

Woah! Trying to decide right now which one to get, this couldn’t have come at a better time