The compact open cart design allows you to keep your tools and accessories at hands reach. So push the ignitor button and welcome to the next level of grilling. The Weber Spirit II E-310 grill boasts outstanding ignition and heats up very fast.
Follow Reviewed on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest deals, reviews, and more. Note that the Weber Spirit II lineup is more advanced and even cheaper than the Weber Spirit series. Though entry-level from Weber, this grill performs much better and lasts longer than many top-level grills from other manufacturers. Previously, the burners were in the left-to-right direction with control knobs on the right. The new burners are in front to back order with control knobs on the front panel.
This could mean searing on one very hot section of the grill and then finishing on another, cooler section. Or, you can use convection to roast or slow cook meat for many hours over indirect heat. Step up your grilling game with high performance burners and stai… High performance grilling system with three powerful burners and … Size category for the grill, based on CR’s measurement of the main cooking grid area.
If you need a cheap grill, spend the extra $20 for the Dyna-Glo. Weber’s other new addition to the Spirit line, the $700 Spirit SP-335, is basically the S-315 with a built-in side burner and a dedicated high-heat searing area on the grill. We don’t recommend grills with side burners because we don’t think that extra feature is worth the $100-plus markup. As for the dedicated “searing zone,” we don’t think it’s necessary, since we’ve never had trouble grilling steaks and chops with dark brown crusts on either of our picks. We think you’re better off saving over $200 with the Spirit II E-310.
The latest offering of internet-connected grills, complete with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity helps in tracking the temperature of your food. To answer the question quite clearly, I believe the Spirit II would be the better grill to buy. The warranty speaks for itself and the look is slightly more modern. They both contain the GS4 grilling system which is a game changer for Weber. The only areas where you might prefer the Spirit over the Spirit II is the cabinet door for storage and the larger Spirit E-330 which includes a side burner. Side tables are quite an underrated feature when it comes to grills.
The series has produced grills that are more modest in size than more advanced models, and stripped of bonus features that can confuse newbies. If you’re looking for an affordable grill, the Techwood Smokeless Grill 1500W Indoor Grill will be appealing. Wood pellet grills and smokers will usually be priced well above Blackstone Adventure other grills, due to the fact that they can give food that desirable smoky taste. Electric grills are able to offer even cooking, but they also give you more control over how much heat you’re using. With some pellet grills and smokers, you’ll get consistent temperatures unless the heat controller unit malfunctions.