However, in terms of quality, they’re even better than the premium grills offered by other brands. Overall, this grill is similar to the previous model except in terms of design and a few improvements, though you’ll need them if you prefer comfort. The only downside of the Spirit E-210 is that it’s not compatible with the iGrill Bluetooth thermometer and lacks a sear station. However, the newer model, the Weber Spirit II E-210, supports the iGrill Bluetooth thermometer. The grill has a modern touch and features a sleek design.
These main burners connect from front to back and are covered by porcelain-enameled flavorizer bars. When choosing a gas grill, first decide what size you need. We think a three-burner grill is large enough for most needs, with plenty of space to cook for a family or a backyard BBQ. Grills with more burners are usually overkill, while two-burner grills can feel cramped.
The open cart design allows for humidity to escape, keeping it dry. Weber seems to be leaning towards the closed cart design, as most of their gas grills, both natural gas and propane, are this type. Weber may have addressed the issue as well, as the newer closed carts have better ventilation.
The iGrill is nice but there are better options on the street that we have reviewed. The cooking performance of a gas grill is measure by the BTU rating per hour and is a core element to cooking on a grill. With the possible exception of the Spirit II E-310, which tends to take a long time to heat to the desired searing temperature, these units deliver when it comes to efficiency. Their heat output is satisfactory, and the “Flavorizer” bars provide a nice flavor boost when used for grilled meats. The smaller unit has some issues in the setup department, maybe because the footprint is so compact.
Finally, at its current price of around $500, it’s a terrific value. Porcelain-coated cast iron cooking grates are easy to clean and help spread heat evenly across the cooking surface. 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. The Napoleon Rogue 425 ($750 at the time of this writing) is the Canadian company’s flagship in the $400 to $750 range. Like the other models we tested in that category, it has a cast-aluminum firebox, porcelain-coated cast-iron grates, and three burners.
These are tent-like metal lengths which stand above the burners and allow for a more even distribution of heat across the grill surface. They also act as a channel to help the dripping run-off in a way that’s easier to clean and cut-back on flare-ups which could otherwise cause burning to food. Packed with features such as powerful GS4 grilling system, iGrill capability, and convenient side tables for placing serving trays. Since the Weber Spirit E-210 sports an enclosed-cart design, the fuel tank is housed within the grill, except the Spirit II E-210, in which the fuel tank goes to the side. The clip serves as a fuel gauge as it measures the weight of the cylinder and lets you know before you run out of gas. Spirit E-210 has two stainless steel burners which collectively output 26,500 BTUs of heat.
After giving the ribs 10 minutes to rest, we gave ’em a try. They were tender and pretty juicy, but not falling off the bone. Next time I’d try cooking them on indirect low heat on the main rack to see if they’d be even more tender.
It is designed for cooking in compact spaces and is one of the smallest outdoor models in the Spirit II series. Open the door to the world of grilling with crazy good food and friends coming together. Equipped with the powerful GS4 grilling system and convenient features such as iGrill 3 compatible , this two burner gas grill is your entry to the Weber family and to everyday grilling. The compact open-cart design and the practical folding side table makes it fit even on small spaces, and you have all the basics you need to get familiar with gas grilling.
Not only are they newer and more sophisticated, with impressive technology, but they may also even cost slightly less. The efficiency and durability are likely to be on par with the originals, and the same Blackstone Adventure ten-year warranty is in effect in case something should go wrong. In an effort to find out if these grills really deliver as advertised, I searched the Web for testimonials from satisfied customers.