Officially became a member of the Joe family last summer. I used your channel to decide on my purchase. I picked up and Classic Series 2 and I absolutely love it. One thing to note. My grill came with metal shelves, NOT plastic. Using the Komodo is my favorite way to grill. I was a pellet grill guy before my purchase. I will never look back. Love cooking over a live fire. Nothing better. Thanks so much for all the great information.
@agp54355 ай бұрын
I bought a KJ Classic Series 2 from Costco last year (February 2023) for an incredible $840 new. The cart had metal shelves and a cover. It’s the perfect size for our household, and now I’m debating a Joe Jr. Thanks for all the great content, always enjoy the content you produce.
@PITMASTERX5 ай бұрын
My top 5 is: 1. Big Joe serie 3 2. Big Joe series 2 3. Konnected Joe 4. Kettle Joe 5. Joe Junior 👌🤩👌
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
That’s a good list 🍻
@Boingyboing2 ай бұрын
@pitmasterx So Big Joes over the classics?
@SmokingDadBBQ2 ай бұрын
@@Boingyboing I too would do a big Joe over the classic. The space is very nice to have around and the value is better for half moon sizes which hold much more on the big Joe models
@Boingyboing2 ай бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ thanks for the quick response. It’s either a big Joe 2 or classic 3 for me. Trying to weigh the pros and cons
@davelindey80235 ай бұрын
Wonderful feature James. Being a BGE user and fan of your channel who has seriously contemplated a move to Camp Red this was an excellent reference video. Thanks much
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@dadlovestofish4 ай бұрын
I have the classic 2 I bought years ago at top price right around the time the classic 3's were coming out. I wasn't educated on the differences until I found your channel years ago and after I bought. I feel my dealer sold me to clean out his inventory on his series 2 models which has always burned my ass. Over the years watching you cook on your series 3 and your "double indirect method" looks fantastic but for those of us with the series 2 it's been a hard few years watching you cook on that thing. My fault for not being informed when I bought. I still have my classic 2 and enjoy a lot of great food off it but still always wish I had the extra space of the classic 3 to try your cooking methods. Can't blame you for showing most videos using your 3. I still might sell my 2 for a big Joe 1. Thanks for years of watching your cooks and all the time you've spent on them! I'm sure I'm not alone when I say we've all learned a lot from you when it comes to ceramic cooking!.
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
I can do the same setups on series 1/2. I included them along with my preferred method for each model in the double indirect ebook. Food is indistinguishable despite the space difference so it’s just a little more finagling
@evh3474 ай бұрын
Hey James, thanks again for that great video on how to change the KJ gasket. I did exactly as you said and she has been running great.
@tylerblack95185 ай бұрын
I just picked up a used classic 2 for 400 dollars and am loving all of you content!
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Smoking deal. Thanks
@tpcdelisle4 ай бұрын
Although I wanted a Big Joe, I was very fortunate to get a new Classic III on Amazon for $1054 not including another 5% discount for using the Amazon card. A week earlier I was able to get a new Joe Jr for $179 from Walmart. With those two, it didn't make sense to get a Big Joe anymore. I'm mostly cooking for two anyway, so these two Kamado Joe grills have been just perfect for us. Love them. Thanks James for another great video. 👍👍👍
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Awesome deal
@omartorres98125 ай бұрын
As a techie and avid griller I went with the Konnected Joe and absolutely love it.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Congrats
@jasperl1804 ай бұрын
I purchased a Kamado Joe Classic III, and I must say, it has exceeded my expectations. While the Big Joe was initially on my radar, after experimenting with recipes, I found that the Classic III better suited my needs. I am thoroughly enjoying my cooking experiences with it and couldn't be happier.
@Zellhound4 ай бұрын
Great video James, Ive had the Joe Jr. for a couple years now and love it. Finally convinced the wife to let me get a big joe for our new patio. I was able to get the big joe 2 for $1499 US. We went and looked at a classic one and the lack of air hinge really sold the wife on series 2+
@MarcChoquette-vx3zq4 ай бұрын
Well I started with the JR realy impressed in everyway except the size. So I looked at what is really necessary. I aopted for BJ1. I bought size veses the hipped features. I bought the basket for air circulation. I might buy a Smokeware vent stack in the future for better control. Now I have a great one for the weekday cooks and a big one for simultaneous cook meat and sides. I like the other features in the others but not at the price they are asking for it.
@FOGOcharcoal5 ай бұрын
Great info as always James!
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Thanks again!
@kyletaylor357813 күн бұрын
Great thought James, I’ve got a Joe jr. And used to have a different brand equivalent of a classic. Now I’m eyeing the Big Joe series 1. It seems like everything but the airlift hinge can be added to the series 1 (maybe it can idk), so it’s a good price for people who want the space and are willing to upgrade for sure.
@1981craigc4 ай бұрын
Thanks James for all the great videos. I'd love to try the potatoes cooked on the coals that I saw a brief clip of in this video. Do you have a video for that or could you make a short one? Cheers!
@Quatris5 ай бұрын
I got my KJ classic in 2016 and haven’t looked back. I’ve done a few upgrades over the years, control tower top, multi piece fire box, and kick ash basket to name a few. Since then I have added KJ Jr to my arsenal. I love em. 2 of the best purchases I’ve ever made. Now I just need to get that Big Joe… 😂
@brian23595 ай бұрын
Thank you James! I went and compared a Big Joe Series III vs one of the 18” models and I was surprised at the size difference there is once you see them in person! When the money is there it will be a BJ III
@BehindTheFoodTV5 ай бұрын
Extremely thorough analysis James!
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Thanks Al
@herb78775 ай бұрын
Well done & timely video. I went thru the "consternation " of which grill do I get about 18 months ago. This after watching your channel for about a year prior. I have been using a WSM for about 10+ yers though & still do. So I decided to start small with a JR. Having an RV this allowed me to take it on our travels & use it at home. LOVE IT ! Now looking at getting a home unit as well. I am amazed just how much less fuel is used by the KJr vs the WSM. I use them both though and will not divest. They offer two completely different cooks. For now I separate the point from the flat when using the KJr.
@terrydoyle35514 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure to watch your videos! I love my Dalstrong knife collection and the wife loves hers!!! I have the BJ series 3 - love it and while very expensive I cannot live without it now! ( also added soapstone and the Joetisserie) So versital - reverse sears, Thanksgiving turkeys, It DOES Everything! The only thing I would do knowis add a second one! LOL ( This video has be considering a Classic size or even the jr.) I have had it since early 2020 and was so much fun during that special time around the house!!!! It has held up well Keep up the good work!
@hjbhjb23434 ай бұрын
Nice video. The classic 2 is my main kamado im using. That is because 90% of the time I'm cooking for me and my wife (babies like milk above meat 😂). The other 10% is when we are having family or friends over for eating and even then the size is stil big enough for the main dish. But.. If i need more grill surface, I fire up the Weber and have 2 grills running. Works fine for us
@russelltownsley53514 ай бұрын
Last April I decided to purchase the Classic Series II. I absolutely love my grill. With that being said, I wished I had purchased the Big Joe Series III in a 24” grill.
@Michael_W874 ай бұрын
thanks so much for this video James. Really appreciate it I have been debating on getting a kamado cooker for a very long time thinking the Big Joe series 3.
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Congrats
@kenturner32683 ай бұрын
I have 3 Big Joes. One series 2 and two series1. Also a Joe JR. About to order a Classic 1. After 25 years of Green Eggs I am going to keep the BJ 2 and the JR. Sell the other 2 Big Joes Will be a complete trio. I'm a charcoal snob. The series one is a great grill and Kamado Joe has the best value package on the market.
@1960DAVIDNC5 ай бұрын
Bought series 2 classic last year..it came with metal shelves
@purleybaker5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the really helpful video. Your videos were huge helping me to pick Jr. over BGE's smallest offering. It's still my favorite cooker for steaks and chops. I hadn't heard that they revised the specs on the SloRoller. I too have cooked many things above 300-never over 450-and the top ring no longer fits perfectly on the bottom ring. It's close enough but not ideal.
@bobcooke18205 ай бұрын
Great video I have a Joe jr and classic 2. It works great for me.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Right on
@stefjanssen43974 ай бұрын
I have the same combination. Never gonna change I think.
@stevebaker14154 ай бұрын
Bought my first KJ four years ago... KJr for half price at Walmart Black Friday. Stumbled at first but now have gotten pretty good mostly through SDB videos. Just stepped up to Big Joe 2. Local store had a killer sale and I just couldn't say no... Keeping the Jr just to have it... :)
@michaelgreer58364 ай бұрын
My 2 definately came with steel shelves. Also at least here in nz series 1s now also come with steel shelves and full divide and conquer set up
@bradb8292Ай бұрын
I wish I had this video 3 years ago when I bought my classic 3. Hindsight, I would have gotten the Big Joe 3. Still love it, but just wish I had that extra wiggle room for brisket and full racks of ribs.
@jimc19064 ай бұрын
Classic PLUS Junior--I personally think that is a sweet spot. Brisket on the classic and pork shoulder on the Jr. makes for a lot of BBQ.
@danhusband61545 ай бұрын
Ive got the Classic II…I’ll be adding at Big Joe to the backyard
@tedjeanmahoney85474 ай бұрын
Great Job on this video! Thank you James.
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@Keith800275 ай бұрын
Very good information on what each size brings or doesn't have that is a great guide to help people decide what is needed. I have an 18" kamado for my family of 2 but I cook a couple times a month for 6 people. I love that I can do a brisket, 2 racks of ribs, large pork butt and 2 chickens on my grill at once. The only time I wish I had a larger grill like 24" is when I have two cooking zones. I finding that I like two cooking zones a lot more often as I expand what I cook and how I cook. It is not that hard to do a low fire to do the main cooking and remove the deflectors for high heat to sear. I do have an LP grill too that is very easy to heat up for the sear or other cooking. The LP grill also has two gas burners that I use a lot to cook other stuff like sauces and veg. I copied James double indirect method using to stones and was very please in the in increase in taste of my meats that I have decided not to buy a slwroller. The stones don't have the max temp concerns either. At times I wish my kamado was taller but not often, more likely when doing a double rack cook. I haven't had problems using a standard dome, just had to move the meat to the right place to shut the dome. I do cook on an open patio when it is snowing and near 0 degrees F without problems, I just let the kamado warm up with a smaller fire to not shock the grill. I have cracked a firebox after 15 years of cooking 2 to 3 times a week on the cooker. I ordered a new firebox that did take about 4 months to get a new one. I was lucky that I noticed the forming crack before it broke in two. I would like the separate firebox panels over the one piece. Just my 2 cents.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
I like the AMP firebox too as I had what you had happen on my older eggs
@Keith800275 ай бұрын
I looked for AMP firebox on web and not finding it. Maybe discontinued?@@SmokingDadBBQ
@timlamacchia707029 күн бұрын
I have a large bge and love it for searing and cooking steaks. I recently bought a joe jr to cook one or two steaks when we are not entertaining. So far I've struggled to get the great sear and heat I get from the large bge. Any advice? I recently ordered a kick ash basket and expect airflow and heat will improve.
@qu3tzl4 ай бұрын
I just got the Big Joe series 1, after having the Joe Junior for a few years. I've been able to fit three ribs on the junior (by using a rack) with great results. But when cooking for friends it's difficult to comfortably fit everything I want. When bbq'ing I'm still using my home oven for the sides and I hope that with this new purchase I can manage to do most of it on one grill. WIth some of the deals I see mentioned here I might have gone for a series 2 or 3 but I have yet to see great deals here in Europe. The main upgrade from 1 to 2 is the air-lift hinge and I don't feel like the €600 it costs justify it for me. If I feel like it I could still get the newer gasket and Kontrol top if I wanted down the line as well as the sloroller.
@williamwilson26244 ай бұрын
Great in information on the Kamado Joe lineup!
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@bcfran3g8445 ай бұрын
Connected Joe for older me. Plug her in and charcoal lights.
@davidbuurma93095 ай бұрын
I HAVE A JOE JR AND CLASSIC 3…IF I DID IT AGAIN, I WOULD DO THE JOE JR AND BIG JOE 3
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
the perfect pair
@tonybean57565 ай бұрын
Nice comparison with in depth explanations. How about a cook off between a series 3 and your Primo oval xl ?
@hanktrantham26415 ай бұрын
You and Rum and Cook sold me on the BJ3 and I’ve not been sorry.. I cook on a Vision Pro when its just me and the wife but drag out the Joe for guest. Bigger is not always better but size does matter!
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
congrats on your new joe
@MikeHart844 ай бұрын
Series 1 does all it needs to do for me . Including big game cooks like brisket and ribs . Man even Turkey fits great .
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
It’s so good
@kevinminardi68354 ай бұрын
Looking forward to your Weber kamado 6 month review. Ive been stuck between brands.
@Victorpro235 ай бұрын
Hi James, excellent video as always! I recently purchased a Big Joe 2 and placed my thermopro pen on a shelf. To my surprise, the pen magnet attached itself to the shelf indicating that it is made of metal. I'm not sure if Kamado Joe has made the metal shelves a standard across all Big Joe 2s but I am a happy camper.
@Victorpro235 ай бұрын
In addition, I have placed my searing hot pizza stone on the shelves without any effect on the shelves.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
This sounds good. Maybe they’ve updated them and not changed the site
@Edwinschuur5 ай бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQmy KJC1 bought 2023 in Europe also came with a segmented firebox and metal side tables.
@TheRssr19795 ай бұрын
A video of how you store all your KJ accessories would be appreciated
@CoolJay775 ай бұрын
A great guide. KJ offers so many options, it confuses the buyer. I'll refer friends who inquire, to this clip.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Much appreciated, sharing videos helps the algorithm
@davidwesternall8735 ай бұрын
For us poor people, is the Akorn Kamado close enough? I have watched your excellent review and the rest of your videos on the Akorn but I am still unsure how far behind the Joes the Akorn is? Just can't stretch to a Joe with my small budget.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
its fantastic. get a cover, add the gasket material and enjoy. its more energy efficient but my double indirect brisket on my last Akron video was close enough to say go for it
@feednweed815 ай бұрын
I bought an akorn on a whim to see what the rage about charcoal kamado grills was about. I loved it. Kept it for 7 years, repaired it a few times after it got dropped or blown over. I loved it. Great grill. Eventually, i decided it was time to upgrade to a ceramic.
@davidwesternall8735 ай бұрын
Both of you are just so wonderful, thank you so much for your replies. Akorn it is then and luckily in Australia our version comes with the cover. I will add the gasket material, so excited, thank you.
@tvideo11894 ай бұрын
@@davidwesternall873 Be sure to note the "cover" advice, but make sure no condensation occurs under it. The major problem with the Akorn is rust. Keep that at bay and it should last for years. But you HAVE to take care of it.
@wilco41835 ай бұрын
Considering a series 3, but I heard that the sloroller has teflon and is harmful. What's your opinion on that? I might go with a BJ2 instead to avoid teflon!
@wilco41835 ай бұрын
They lowered the temperature for the sloroller because people were using dome temperature to respect it, but since the slo-roller is so close to the coals, teflon was peeling off...
@lazydog2745 ай бұрын
I have a BIG green egg and 3 Kamado joe. Green is mostly my grill. 3 tier Joe is my smoker or large bbq
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Right on
@davidbuurma93095 ай бұрын
James, how about a video on how to keep the exterior of your Kamados looking like you just bought them. I know you’ve done videos on cleaning the interiors, but your kamados always look like they’re brand new out of the box. How do you do that?
@chillwill26735 ай бұрын
This is a good one, lol. Idk how he keeps it looking like that and I’m sure he cooks on it more than me.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
its recorded and scheduled 😊
@chillwill26735 ай бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Ohhh, right on time, James!
@robertash39534 ай бұрын
Great video James! Good info for folks new to the ceramic grill world or for folks thinking about upgrading his/her KJ grill series. I have the Classic I and the JR. Love both of them! The recent addition of the new JR cart (which you did an unboxing video) has made that grill even more enjoyable to use. Are you familiar with the "WOO RING"? Its an aftermarket "divide n conquer" system for the JR. If yes, would love to hear your opinion. #DontBeAfraidToFireItUp 🔥🔥🔥
@WilliamFrogge5 ай бұрын
I should have got the Big Joe and I'll tell you why. You can always cook less on a big grill but you can never add more space to a small grill. If I had it do over again I would get the Big Joe 1 and not the Classic 2 like I did.
@Edwinschuur5 ай бұрын
Yes but you always use more charcoal and the price is higher.
@WilliamFrogge4 ай бұрын
@@Edwinschuur Just because the BJ is larger it does not mean you have to use more fuel. These are efficient insulated cookers that don't have a ton of airflow that would require more fuel.
@GrantHendrick5 ай бұрын
Thank you James for another great video! Very informative.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@TheRssr19795 ай бұрын
What about the kettle joe? Great video btw
@Tanis1kanan4 ай бұрын
Agreed, would love to hear more about kettle joe. I purchased the kettle joe when it first launched. It has been hit or miss for me with fire management. But I have made some amazing bbq on it. I just wonder if I could be doing some things better.
@jameskelly44944 ай бұрын
I need the 24 inch space, so decided on a Big Joe. The biggest decision is 2 vs 3. Can get the BJ 2 for just under $2000 while the BJ 3 is $3000. I understand the 2 is about 4 inches shorter but it also comes with a better looking stand. But in today's economy a $1000 dollars is a big chunk.
@tomtaylor19474 ай бұрын
Hi James - great video as always! I saw an add the other day for a Kamado Kettle BBQ with a 22inch cooking surface and a ceramic fire box at $549 Cdn - do you know anything about them or have you had any experience with them?
@smokingtarheel30035 ай бұрын
They are petals not pedestals. Great information throughout.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Tongue tied apparently. Cheers
@smokingtarheel30035 ай бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ I really like all of them, but I can only afford the sports car one. It's perfect for 2 people.
@arad.67115 ай бұрын
Really enjoy your YT page. Being a complete newbie to this space, why would one go with the KJ vs. BGE? I see the egg at Home Depot an Ace hardware but KJ is harder to find.
@irishpirate67794 ай бұрын
ive owned vision, kj, and bge. they are all good cookers.
@Edwinschuur5 ай бұрын
My KJ1 I got the charcoal basket as a bonus at the store. The KJ1 also came with the firebox in separete pieces. The felt and gasket are temporary untill they are worn out. Then I will get gasket as well and am at the same tier as the KJ2. In a couple of years when the daisy wheel is worn out I can replace it for a control tower. The hinge is then for me the only noticeable difference.
@bandagraph5 ай бұрын
I inherited a 10 yr old KJ1 from my dad who decided it was too much work. Upgraded from an Akorn. I replaced the charcoal grate which i hated with a basket. I've flirted with a control tower but can't really justify it when the daisy wheel works fine (i have shelter in case of rain). Unbelievable build quality to last so long. The Akorn was toast after about 2 years. Anyways -take what you can get if it is free :) For anyone buying - there is definitely a learning curve - evening going from the Akorn to the KJ1 - but they are great all rounders!
@Edwinschuur5 ай бұрын
@@bandagraph What happened to the Akorn I can imagine build quality to be less but 2 years is very short.
@bandagraph5 ай бұрын
@@Edwinschuur maybe it was longer but it rusted pretty badly even though I had a cover.
@kellystastny46535 ай бұрын
Have you ever had the kamado joe jr fire box break due to it being 1 piece? Is there any special way to travel with the jr? I’m worried about it breaking or cracking the ceramics.
@irishpirate67794 ай бұрын
ive had junior for 3 years. firebox cracked 2 years in, ordered new warranty replacement. its still in the box, stored in the barn. original is still in use - masonry bit, drill, and stainless wire and fully repaired the cracked jr firebox.
@DevinzYTАй бұрын
James, I can't get my top lid on my big Joe 3 to line up anymore, it's got an over bite that makes it hard to stay latch. I've adjusted it multiple times in the past using the tips in your videos, but it seems like it just won't sit right anymore. Do you know if the bands on the side have a recommended torque?
@ABurghouts4 ай бұрын
Is it possible to place a dutch oven and grill on the Classic joe 2 the same time? If not, is that possible on the bigjoe 2? I'm on the fence because of these questions.
@vincentloccisano41685 ай бұрын
Great video as usual! How do you like the smoekware top vents vs both the daisy wheel and the kontrol tower.. I would love to see or hear your thoughts.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
The SS isn’t painted so long term that has some advantages. The Kj isn’t two pieces which is easier than removing the top so it comes down to what you like the look off and what’s easier to clean. Having tossed the SS in the dishwasher that is handy
@vincentloccisano41685 ай бұрын
I’ve always thought a SS kontrol tower might be the best, probably very expensive solution.
@petergriffin-kr1wp4 ай бұрын
hi, nice videos, im a new subscriber from Canada. Here the big joe is hard to find and expensive. Im looking at either the classic 1 or classic 3. they are 1k cad$ difference. What do you think about the sloroller?
@fflumpy3 ай бұрын
Love your content…I recently acquired a Big Joe 3 shell. I’m now slowly buying parts to get it cooking. I’m having a hard time finding the 3 tier divide and conquer for sale anywhere. Any suggestions? I messaged customer care at KJ but haven’t heard back.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 ай бұрын
i don't remember the part number but you can find it on google, a few dealers have it in stock if i recall from previous searches
@fflumpy3 ай бұрын
I can’t seem to locate it anywhere
@bremnet18125 ай бұрын
I own three already because of you 😆
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Congrats. Which 3?
@bremnet18125 ай бұрын
Joe Jr, Kettle Joe, Big Joe Series III
@darknessblades5 ай бұрын
My current grill is the same size as a JOE JR, and its enough size for me, Maybe if I am gonna get a different one, I would get a JOE classic. just so I an get larger cuts of meat on it. though with me living on my own, I wouldn't need more than the JR, since its big enough for 5LBS bacon ribs [2-4 servings, depending on how hungry I am]
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
nothing the classic can't handle for sure.. even with some tweaking the JR can manage a shocking amount of different things
@kimschieldknecht51134 ай бұрын
Try a cook on the breeo smokeless fire pit
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
i have a couple a while back on the solo stove including wings, pulled pork and steak
@andythedrew73 ай бұрын
You said Big joe went through a charcoal basket in 56 hours! Wow how long would a classic joe basket last if i wanted to do a brisket?
@SmokingDadBBQ2 ай бұрын
18-24 hrs is the most i've got from a classic
@MasterChief374 ай бұрын
What about the Kettle Joe?
@evh3475 ай бұрын
IMO, best advice for a newbie is...get the biggest KJ that you can afford and have the space for. This gives you room to 'graduate' into the BBQ hobby. The Series 3 would be my first choice, but it's not worth it to me to upgrade from the Series 2. I have a Series 2 Big Joe and I have never regretted the purchase. The only reason to get something bigger than a Big Joe is if you think you're going to regularly cook for large groups of people. The KJ is the best insulated cooker for cookers like me in the Midwest throughout the long winters. I can easily cook 4-6 packer briskets (for reference). I was not interested in the Konnected Joe. IMO, it's NOT worth it. My Series 2 paired with a Fireboard 2 Drive on it is near stress-free BBQ'ing. Thanks for the video.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
Thanks. I like my FireBoard too
@evh3475 ай бұрын
The edit is for the fact that I have the Series 2. BTW...I upgraded my selves to the metal ones because, on one cook, I was lazy and set my HOT grates on the plastic side shelves and my OCD couldn't deal with the melted marks it left on my plastic shelves. KJ is really great for replacement parts as the grill ages, or...in my case, the chef's mistakes.
@tvideo11894 ай бұрын
I would never trust ANY KJ electronics after the iKamand fiasco.
@lowdownone4 ай бұрын
Konnected Joe all the way, auto or manual
@soundneedle4 ай бұрын
Why has no youtuber not addressed the Konnected issue with AFS tripping GFCI outlets? I’ve read several customers experiencing this including myself. My house is only 2 yrs old and has 6 GFCI outlets on the covered patio-20A circuits. Everyone of them is tripped when attempting to use the Konnected. Seems to work fine on my non gfci--but i’m not going to run a cable from inside to outside. Customer support has been the worst--esp. due to the awful website that fails to submit forms (captcha issues). Now I’m stuck with having to return this massive grill--without proper packaging/pallet.
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Yikes. I haven’t had that but my pre production unit was sent a warranty replacement for the AFS almost immediately and it’s been over a year problem free since
@Patrickkkkkkk3565 ай бұрын
Team big joe 3❤❤❤ with flame gun the game is on faster then you can get your meat to room temperature😂
@fecampbe4 ай бұрын
Howdy James. I got an Akorn and after your fixes, it is my 'go to' smoking method. My favorite protein to smoke is beef cheek. It is easy and quick to smoke and is more tender and flavorful than brisket. You should try it. Prepare it like a brisket, season it with SPG, cook about five hours, low and slow. If you try it, don't let your family know what it is. They'll love it, trust me....Thanks for the great videos. Fred.
@304BBQ4 ай бұрын
I just bought a grilla grills kong
@darren67905 ай бұрын
Should test a pit boss Kamado grill
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
awesome, maybe some day… content calendar is pretty full this year with what i am currently testing
@jhippl5 ай бұрын
Where does the kettlejoe slot in here?
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
It’s not sold in North America anymore so I didn’t include it. The food tastes good, a little more difficult for temp control
@stevefowble5 ай бұрын
Hey James, wish you put out this video before I bought my BJ series 3. I do have a classic series 3 but found that a larger brisket I would need to prop in the middle with balled up foil. So since I just got my BJ, it’s colder outside here in Maryland and my control top won’t go down on the lid. Do you think wait for warmer weather and it will go down?
@jonmkeller4 ай бұрын
Why are we not reviewing alternative brands, especially if cost is a focus?
@SmokingDadBBQ4 ай бұрын
Did you see the video that came out right before this? This is a specific to kj models
@gerardweir5 ай бұрын
Where can you find a big joe for $1100?
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
www.kamadojoe.com/products/big-joe-i
@irishpirate67794 ай бұрын
mal-wart had the BIG JOE 1 last august on flash sale for $719. lifetime warranty. easy decision to pull the trigger.
@gerardweir3 ай бұрын
@smokingdadBBQ is this in Canada? I can’t change the shipping address to Canada.
@JW-yq1wr5 ай бұрын
Bigger is typically better if you have a family. Simple.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
for sure ... old muscle car saying, no replacement for displacement
@gavinpage834 ай бұрын
Buy the biggest one you can afford.
@Timo-qb1gf5 ай бұрын
Or Weber Summit Kamado for half the price?
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
This is the Kj lineup buying guide. I have a summit and have a years worth of testing on it to publish soon … it’s not half series 1 btw
@BushcraftArt5 ай бұрын
Erster!!! Kein 🤖!!! ❤
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
cheers
@Mark-Gillis3 ай бұрын
Chinese Kamado with an American name.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 ай бұрын
it is made in china yes, BGE in mexico and primo in US with almost every other brand (Aplux, Vision, SNS etc.) also coming from overseas
@PsychopathicBob15 ай бұрын
Weber is the answer.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
I have a review coming out soon. This is a kj family of grills guide