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Weber Spirit E210
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Approximate retail price:
$399.00
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Summary: This Weber has
• 310 Sq. In. of cooking area.
• 2 main burners
• A Natural gas version or Conversion kit available
• Push-button ignitor
• No Infrared burner
• Coated-steel grates resist corrosion
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Type: Portable or small gas grills
About - Weber Spirit E210

The Weber Spirit E210 is part of the gas grill test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas grill models like the Spirit E210 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 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 Spirit E210
info Stainless-steel grates No
info Coated-cast-iron grates No
info All or mostly stainless No
info Long-warranty burners Yes
info Side burner No
info Infrared burner No
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User Reviews - Weber Spirit E210
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By from
 
1.0
Very Disappointed
11/30/2012
Pros
Easy Assembly
Easy To Cleanup
Short Grill Time
Cons
Bad Starter
Poor Flame Quality
Steel Grates Rusted Early
Uneven Cooking
Best Uses
Great Searing
Indirect Cooking
Small Gatherings
Comment:
Used largely for my wife and myself, though it has had multiple users. We use it several times a week. The starter became dysfunctional within a month, and completely gone within two years. Most disturbing is how quickly the grills rusted, along with paint peeling in the hood, despite careful coverage when not in use. It is altogether a loosely fitted product, with doors and handles threatening to drop. As a long-time Weber user, this is a major step down and a real disappointment.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
 
5.0
15+ Years of Grilling Excellence
9/15/2012
Pros
Easy To Cleanup
Easy To Use
Great Design
Parts Availability
Quality construction
Cons
A Bit Small
Best Uses
For Self/Couple
Small Gatherings
Comment:
Bought ours 15+ years ago. Refurbished the grill twice - burners, flavorizer bars, grates and knobs - for about 1/4 the price of a new grill. It's been a great grill and I have abused it pretty well. Cooked in a dutch oven with a cookie sheet holding the charcoal, always kept outside (covered), and only set it on fire a few times (pork fat!!).<br /><br />We've managed to indirect cook / smoke ribs on it as well as the usual meat and kabob choices. Bought when it was just my wife and I - now with 3 kids, it is a little small for bigger meals (ribs) and parties. Finally want to buy new (bigger) grill instead of refurbishing. This was precipitated by our old quick-connect tank needing replacement - the grill is still fine. We will stick with Weber and go to a 310 or 330. Only regret I did not buy the bigger 310 or 330 grill 15 years ago.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
 
5.0
After one week I can already declare...
6/14/2012
Pros
Easy To Cleanup
Easy To Use
Even Heat
Great Design
Short Grill Time
Cons
Best Uses
For Self/Couple
Small Gatherings
Comment:
...This is the best grill I've ever owned. I have spent my entire adult life buying cheap grills and having to replace them every 2-3 years. For the first time I decided to step up to an entry-level Weber grill and I can already tell it is the best grill I've ever owned. The good folks at [@] assembled mine for me so I can't comment on the assembly. It fired right up and got up to cooking temperature very quickly. The first thing I noticed was the smooth, even flame and no flare-ups. The first meal we grilled was pork chops and they were fantastic: Evenly cooked and juicy. After pulling them off the grill I set it to high for 5 minutes and it was clean as a whistle with no brushing. The wheels roll easily and locking mechanism holds it in place well. You will love this grill.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
 
4.0

(based on 5 reviews)

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User has 2 Years of experience with this product
 
4.0
Weber Spirit E-210
05/22/2012
Strength
Lights quickly and burns evenly. I love it and everything I cook comes out great.Gets plenty hot.
Weakness
I need to replace the quick start, but customer service has been great
Overall a nice grill that i enjoy using
By
User has 30 Days of experience with this product
 
4.0
Great value
05/20/2012
Strength
Easy to assemble; consistent heat.
Weakness
Everything sticks to the cooking surfaces.
We purchased this 210 Spirit since it was a Weber. We have grilled numerous times and our food just tastes marvelous. We also purchased the Spirit cover and I am quite impressed with the quality of the cover and the grill. The instructions for assembly were better than average (all pictures) and it was easy to assemble in less than 3 hours. Lowes would have assembled it for free but I like to put them together myself; I could have also purchased a pre-assembled grill if I desired one.I believe this is a good value grill if properly cared for and maintained.
By
User has 4 Years of experience with this product
 
5.0
great grill
04/24/2012
Strength
dependable, easy to light, grills great
Weakness
absolutely none
Would not consider another brand.
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