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Weber Genesis S-330

Price range:

$949.00 - $969.00

Summary: This Weber has
• 470 Sq. In. of cooking area.
• 3 main burners
• A side burner
• A Natural gas version or Conversion kit available
• Electronic ignitor
• Stainless Steel grates
• No Infrared burner

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Type: Midsize gas grills

About - Weber Genesis S-330
The Weber Genesis S-330 is part of the gas grill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas grill models like the Genesis S-330 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Low temp performance: Combines the evenness of heating over the grill's surface at the low setting (using thermocouples) and the models ability to cook chicken and fish on the gril at that setting without burning the food. High temp evenness: Evenness of heating over the grill's surface at the high setting, using thermocouples. Indirect cooking: This indicates how well the grill will slow cook foods when only some of the burners are on and the food isn't placed directly over the flame.

About - Weber Genesis S-330

The Weber Genesis S-330 is part of the gas grill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas grill models like the Genesis S-330 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Low temp performance:: Combines the evenness of heating over the grill's surface at the low setting (using thermocouples) and the models ability to cook chicken and fish on the gril at that setting without burning the food.
High temp evenness:: Evenness of heating over the grill's surface at the high setting, using thermocouples.
Indirect cooking:: This indicates how well the grill will slow cook foods when only some of the burners are on and the food isn't placed directly over the flame.

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	Approximate retail price: $849.00 The Ratings applied to untested model Weber Genesis S310 come from our tests of model Weber Genesis S-330, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.

About This Brand
This brand, known for its durability and dependability, went through an entire line and design change in 2007. Weber is known for its quality products in the midpriced to high-priced categories, and grills that feature coated cast-iron and stainless-steel-rod cooking grates and long-warranty stainless-steel burners. (The company offers a natural-gas version for most of its grills.) Weber recently introduced an infrared-searing station on some of its grills, updated its Q line of portable grills, and added colors to its entire lineup. Weber grills are available at many retailers nationwide. Grills range in price from $130 to $3,000. Note that Weber acquired Ducane about four years ago.

About This Brand

This brand, known for its durability and dependability, went through an entire line and design change in 2007. Weber is known for its quality products in the midpriced to high-priced categories, and grills that feature coated cast-iron and stainless-steel-rod cooking grates and long-warranty stainless-steel burners. (The company offers a natural-gas version for most of its grills.) Weber recently introduced an infrared-searing station on some of its grills, updated its Q line of portable grills, and added colors to its entire lineup. Weber grills are available at many retailers nationwide. Grills range in price from $130 to $3,000. Note that Weber acquired Ducane about four years ago.

Features & Specs - Weber Genesis S-330
Stainless-steel grates Primary cooking grates made of stainless-steel are generally sturdier than those made of coated steel and resist rust even without a porcelain coating. Stainless-steel grates	Yes
Coated-cast-iron grates The grill's primary cooking grates may be made of porcelain coated cast-iron, which generally sears meats better and keeps grilling temperatures more consistent than grates made of porcelain coated steel. The porcelain coating usually makes such grates easier to clean than other surfaces, and the grates should resist rust as long as their porcelain coating isn't chipped. Coated-cast-iron grates	No
All or mostly stainless Includes more than just a panel or other trim. Based on our limited tests, nonmagnetic stainless is less likely to corrode. All or mostly stainless	Yes
Long-warranty burners While burners remain the grill's most-replaced part, most are warranted for only 3 to 5 years. Better burners are covered for 10 years or more. Long-warranty burners	Yes
Side burner A side burner, which resembles a gas-stove burner and has its own heat control, is handy if you want to cook vegetables or sauce without leaving the grill. Side burner	Yes
Infrared burner Gas burner that uses infrared technology (ceramic burner, plates and screens, or troughs as some examples) for cooking. An indirect flame is used for cooking food. Burner can be located as the main burner, side burner, rotisserie burner, or any combination of burners. Infrared burner	No
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from

florida

2.0

natural gas problematic

11/7/2012

Pros

Short Grill Time

Cons

Poor Flame Quality

Best Uses

For Self/Couple

Comment:

Cannot comment on the quality of the grill because i am having difficulty hooking up to gas. I had a plumber hook up to gas line but when I used the grill it seemed like to much pressure. Could not get the grill temp to go below 450 degrees with only one burner on low. Grill I find operates a 7 water colum inches of pressure and the gas company provides gas at 11 column inches. The grill basically was turned into a blow torch. It will cost me an additional $100 plus to reduce the pressure. I have decided to return and go with another brand. I did call customer service but they were totally clueless.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

blackhammerjammer

from

hawaii

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

CR is so off on reviews

6/22/2012

Pros

Easy Assembly

Easy To Cleanup

Easy To Use

Even Heat

Great Design

Short Grill Time

Cons

Best Uses

For Self/Couple

Great Searing

Indirect Cooking

Large Gatherings

Small Gatherings

Comment:

its just a great deal! works perfect....life is great with a Webber<br /><br />and CR needs to get out of the lab and some real world tests!

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

BaltimoreBob

from

Baltimore, MD

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Quite possible my last grill

6/21/2012

Pros

Attractive

Easy Assembly

Easy To Cleanup

Easy To Use

Great Design

High temp

Short Grill Time

Cons

None found

Best Uses

For Self/Couple

Great indirect rotisserie

Great Searing

Indirect Cooking

Large Gatherings

Small Gatherings

Comment:

There is nothing tricky about how I use this wonderful grill. I use it to cook most meals in Spring, summer and autumn. ALso some winter cooking when weather isn't too brutal. All around it is simple the best grill that I have ever owned, and I have owned many. This includes some that CU has given much higher ratings. I flat disagree and I have the experience to back it up. It was my birthday present from me to me last year. I thought long and hard before spending this much money ($1K) but I am certainly glad that I did. Friends and family rave about the food product coming off the grill. Steaks, corn, hot dogs, burgers, chicken, roasts, fish, you name it. It does it all. Even pizza. Yum! It has hot and hotter spots just like any other grill but If you learn to use them to your advantage it is simply wonderful. If you can afford it you can't go wrong.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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