Gas grills

Comment:

Based my purchase on my previous experience with Weber and what others were saying. It's solid and built to perform well for many years. With the searing option it really steps up the grilling experience. No question, here is the best, bar none.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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Comment:

An online vendor sent the grill in a one cubic yard ingeniously packed cardboard box weighing about 200 pounds. It took me three hours--without rushing--to assemble the grill from opening the box to lighting up the burners. I used an Internet video for reference. Beyond the tools in the package, I found that my ratchet set was quite useful.<br /><br />I generally preheat with all three main burners. On a warm day, the three burners on high produce internal temperatures exceeding 600 degrees. I have found that the fourth burner, used for searing, is unnecessary. To cook at low temperatures, one burner at the lowest setting with the hood closed yields a steady 220 degrees on a typical summer day.<br /><br />The cast iron grates produce perfect grill marks and they are very easy to clean. However, to place a smoke box in the grill, one must lift the grates. This is easy when the grill is cold, but difficult when the grill is hot. Buyers should note that one can do a little smoking with this grill, but smoking is not this grill's strong suit.<br /><br />I use indirect cooking methods often in preparing steaks, vegetables, and thick cuts of meat. For instance, last March, with the outside temperature about 40, I turned the left burner to moderate heat, then placed a 4lb. tri-tip steak on the right grate. After an hour, the internal temperature of the meat was a perfect 125 degrees which rose to 135 after ten minutes of rest.<br /><br />I have two complaints: I left a magnetic timer on the stainless steel look side-burner cover through the winter. When I picked up the timer to clean the cover, there were bits of rust on the metal. I was able to clean the rust off, but the plastic dish pad removed finish from the metal. Also, fatty meats placed over the grates will often produce flare ups.<br /><br />I have enjoyed using this grill during both winter and summer. It's easy to use. The controls are smooth. My wife and I used the grill often cooking a wide variety of foods. This is one purchase we have never regretted.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Comment:

I live in south Florida .I used a Jenn Air for 10years when the fire box crumbled. Unable to see a Jenn Air for inspection I turned to Webber which I had previously avoided as too pricy.I purchased this ES 330 and have no regrets. I purchased it at Lowes fully assembled and delivered no extra charge. I was going to get one in all stainless steel but knowlegeable Lowes salesman showed that a magnet stuck to the ss which indicates a low quality not worth the extra bucks.Putting in a 40lb tank for a senior like me was not an easy task and indicator is not that accurate to determine gas volume. It ignites any burner every time from the first use on.I was not familiar with searing burner but I learned .It worked fast and well. It heats up to 500+degrees in less than 10 minutes and I can cook immediately.At first I was using a lot of gas by heating it too long. Now I put a steak on and don't dare walk away. The meat is ready(med/rare) in less than 8minutes even cooking, nice grill marks, juicy.I tried indirect heating, rotisserie, steak,rack of lamb, corn on the cob ,roast,chicken all perfect but if your'e not lookin your not cookin.Coated porcelin grills are fine and clean easy with a rotator metal brush (the stubbel brushes seem to flake off metal bristles). Final tip- spray a little WD40 on outside to remove grease and prevent rust. Glad I went for the extra bucks. Better taste, uses less gas and fast. Not sorry<br />until I have to switch tanks again.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.