Is The Weber Summit Kamado $1K Better Than The Kettle?

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In this episode of Backyard SmokeMaster BBQ, we compare the iconic Weber Kettle to its advanced counterpart, the Weber Summit Kamado. We discuss the design, features, and price differences, as well as perform a side-by-side cooking test with spatchcocked chicken. Join us as we explore how the grills perform in real-world conditions and help you decide which one suits your BBQ needs best.
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00:00 Introduction: Weber Kettle vs. Weber Summit Kamado
00:53 Specifications and Features Comparison
03:28 Cooking Setup and Preparation
09:00 Mid-Cook Observations
13:36 Final Results and Taste Test
25:11 Conclusion and Recommendations

Пікірлер: 39

@chrisdelarosa6801 Ай бұрын

Wife: "Buy them both" Thats a keeper!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

LOL, yes she certainly is!

@jp4751 24 күн бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQShe is solidifying those future cooks. The hint was she needs some chicken for a smoked chicken salad😂

@foodonfire3662 Ай бұрын

In the end, it's not about the grills, it's about the happy couple enjoying life. Mazel tov!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Thanks, that is always the bottom line!

@jefflowery7308 4 күн бұрын

I really enjoy your videos and have watched them for awhile. The content, flow, and great explanations are really great. Thank you! Subbed to your channel today!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 4 күн бұрын

Thanks Jeff! Much appreciated!

@jp4751 24 күн бұрын

Good analysis. As always in the end it is the pitmaster and not the pit. The differences are often so minute that you can only tell in a direct side-by-side comparison.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 24 күн бұрын

Thanks for your feedback

@RogerAnthony-l7m 23 күн бұрын

Just purchased wsk e6. Get it Saturday!

@JL-xn3zy Ай бұрын

Great video! Really appreciate your approach. 👍

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Thank you, I’m glad that it was helpful.

@shaw9881 Ай бұрын

Mrs. R is one smart lady. Nicely done sir.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@hedontevenhavehislicenseli2058 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this review. It was balanced, well thought out, and unbiased. The WSK is a great grill

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback. I agree, the WSK is a top notch grill.

@helpme7479 Ай бұрын

Been wanting the Weber kamado with the stainless steel cart for last couple of years now!! It's about 1k more!! I couldn't decide yet

@carteral-harlem3042 Ай бұрын

Unless you need fire assist, you are better buying the regular one and have enough for a larger table and accessories.

@correctionalofficer4lockdo763 Ай бұрын

I want both! The Kettle is on my list for an immediate add for my arsenal. I am going to try showing my wife a Ranch Kettle with the goal of her receiving a hint of what I would like to have soon.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Very strategic approach to adding to the arsenal, I love it!

@Rbouch Ай бұрын

So I am about ready to Pull the trigger on the Weber Summit and in your opinion is it worth it!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Yes, IMO it’s worth it as a solid all-around charcoal grill

@lantsoghtlaurent 7 күн бұрын

Hi! Thanks for the review ! Got a question about how bulky the weber is. What is the minimum size of door it could pass for winter storage? Thanks!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 7 күн бұрын

The WSK E6 is 44.9”(h) x 34.8” (w) x 35” (d) so I think it will fit through most standard doors that are 36” wide.

@lantsoghtlaurent 7 күн бұрын

@@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQthank you sir!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 6 күн бұрын

You’re welcome

@edwardprokopchuk3264 7 күн бұрын

“Fuel is flavor”! Kamado grills tend to be too efficient and seem to produce more moisture but less flavor.

@helpme7479 Ай бұрын

Not sure U did this video yet?? Please do video the best way to clean inside of weber kettle ans Weber Smokey mountain every Spring..i been using Simple Green and garden hose!! Pretty messy job.. Thanks

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

I have this video on cleaning your grill grates kzfaq.info/get/bejne/erl4l5ee2NWdj4U.html As for the cooking chamber, you want to keep the inside seasoned so I don’t recommend trying to clean it with solvents. Instead light a chimney full of charcoal and let it burn inside the grill without food. Open all of the vents and get the temperature as hot as you can. After the coals burn out, spray the inside with vegetable oil. Hope that helps!

@rageremains 13 күн бұрын

This is pretty consistent with other comparisons of the summit. The smoke flavor tends to be subtle, and likely the grill is too efficient with fuel and not burning enough clean smoke. There’s another channel that has done comparisons and goes into additional details if you’re looking to compare different Kamado style grills. I own the summit, I enjoy it but if you want a Kamado style grill, something like a Kamado Joe might be more versatile and better overall value. I didn’t want to deal with a heavy grill so I went with the summit but I’m disappointed by the lack of add ons and almost none existent support from Weber. I would add that as another huge pro for the cheap kettle in this comparison. It has tons of add ons and it’s cheap. All that said, there aren’t enough channels doing summit content. Keep it up!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing your observations, you made good points.

@helpme7479 Ай бұрын

Damn!! You're a very handsome guy!! Keep up the great videos! Thanks!!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

That’s a first on my channel 😂 Thank you!

@somewherefishing382 27 күн бұрын

Why not set the kamado up with the heat deflector. And a water pan to make it inefficient?

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 27 күн бұрын

I tried to make things more similar since the kettle doesn’t have a heat deflector. Using the slow n sear in both felt reasonable.

@WiscTJK Ай бұрын

I think, with the vent on the side of the kettle, opposite the slow n sear, the smoke will roll past the chicken and out the vent. On the WSK, you have the vent in the middle and the smoke goes out the center missing drawing it across the chicken as much. I think you would do better on the Summit Kamado using the the two baskets on each side and the chicken in the middle versus the slow and sear. The WSK just doesn't work as well with the slow n sear in my opinion. Good video overall.

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ Ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback. You make good points.

@RogerAnthony-l7m 23 күн бұрын

Just purchased wsk e6. Get it Saturday!

@BackyardSmokeMasterBBQ 23 күн бұрын

Congrats! You will love it.