Ten things I love about my Weber Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill with Gas Ignition - 1 year review

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I got a Weber 22 in. Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill in July of 2021. I have almost had it for one year now. I chose the Copper version, this grill is also available in Crate Barrel Slate Blue, Crimson, Green, and classic black. I have always loved the Weber Kettle charcoal grills. These grills aren't cheep. I bought mine last year for $459. This thing has gone up $100 since then. So yeah I feel like I got a real bargain.
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With a push of a button, the coals are lit, and the essence of BBQ fills the air. The Performer® Deluxe charcoal grill performs from beginning to end. Light coals with the Touch-N-Go gas ignition, prep food on the large work table, and know that cleanup will be easy with the One-Touch™ cleaning system. All that’s left is to sit back and enjoy the performance.
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@jayashkumar5941 10 месяцев назад

If you want a challenge, try assembling one of these grills ru-vid.comUgkxCx5fHawkK9OoV-ojFrY8JLnZrFwAmvUt . I am a technician by trade and the technical instructions were easy to follow. No reading, just pictures and diagrams. You assemble everything in 5 steps from the bottom up. Step #1 - Assemble 4 Legs and Wheels; Step #2 - Add the Front Cover and Cross Bars to support the frame; Step #3- Assemble the Burner to the Lower Grill Housing and install the knobs; Step #4 - Install the Side Burner and side shelf; and Finally Step #5 - Install the Upper Char- Broil Lid, Cooking Racks, 3 Burner Railings and Lid Handle. That's It and you're done in about 2 hours and 40 minutes. You have the option to pay for assembly after making the purchase - I would strongly suggest that you take it if you don't want to be bothered with this challenge. The only tool I used was a Phillips head screwdriver and a standard pair of pliers. The grill cost a little more because of the side burner, but this is what makes the grill so versatile and popular among backyard grillers. Have fun and enjoy!

@ThatHobby 10 месяцев назад

Yeah this thing is pretty nice!

@drplando14 9 дней назад

Living the life. Thanks for the review. Very helpful

@ThatHobby 8 дней назад

Thanks! Yeah this grill is pretty nice.

@stevewatne7006 2 года назад

Great video. Thank you! Weber rocks! And the Performer one of the greatest. Enjoy that beauty!

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

Thanks! I couldn't agree more! I can't wait to fire it up and do some grilling by the pool tomorrow for the 4th of July.

@realistic272 Год назад

Mine’s going on 16 years old and in perfect condition. Key is to constantly keep in covered when not in use and perform a once a year thorough cleaning.

@ThatHobby Год назад

Great tip! That's awesome and also a great video idea. Thanks

@therealchickentender Год назад

Hell, I live in the PNW and and have had my Performer since 2007... it's had a cover *maybe* half that time. :) Still in great shape. I think I've thoroughly cleaned it 3 times.

@lancesandford1628 25 дней назад

Ive had mine since 2012 (got off Craigslist for $125) I've always kept ot covered and it still looks nearly new. How do you define deep clean? I've just always kept up with a grill brush and wipe it down with every use (nearly anyway).

@gardenpicniccompany1487 Год назад

Thanks for the video! I was looking for an honest review and exploring different brands and models before getting one for my husband. Now, definitely getting this one for him this Christmas!

@ThatHobby Год назад

Glad you liked it! This grill makes an awesome gift. I got this grill for my Birthday last summer.

@dbkfrogkaty1 2 года назад

I got my Performer Deluxe Grill at ACE too. I still use the chimney though to start my coals. I put the chimney over the gas outlet with the charcoal in it, fire it up and let it get the coals nice and ready to go. Then just poor them into the grill. I just love that gas starter. Makes it so easy. It's nice a sturdy, rolls easy when I want to move to a different location. The table is great. I can layout all my food and utensils right there for easy access. It's an excellent grill.

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

Thats a great tip for lighting the chimney. It would use a less gas too. I will try it out next time I grill.

@jeromepowell4311 Год назад

Just ordered, can’t wait to use it 🎉🎉🎉

@ThatHobby Год назад

Congrats! Have fun! let me know how you like it!

@nelsoncontreras2615 2 года назад

I have two-weber Performer Deluxe and a 26-inch weber and love all of them.

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

That's awesome! You have quite the collection. I used to have a gas grill but once I started using a Weber charcoal grill I was hooked.

@chazilla7578 4 месяца назад

Awesome grill review! going to order one. Great review too, and...I LOVE THAT POOL!

@ThatHobby 4 месяца назад

Awesome! Thank you! Enjoy your new grill!

@charleshelms5464 9 месяцев назад

I bought a replacement one today😊 for my very well used one that I owned for over 20 years. I had made other repairs to my old one over the years, but the gas valve quit working properly. I’m not a fan of explosions, so I decided it was finely time to retire it. Didn’t even consider another model. LOVE this grill and can’t wait to get my new one! Worth every penny of the cost!

@ThatHobby 9 месяцев назад

Yeah I loved grilling on my old weber grill I just wanted some upgrades and the Performer Deluxe has some really nice upgrades.

@HerkulesNorsk Месяц назад

Bought one today, can not wait. Have a Ooni Koda 16", Traeger, Gas grill, but i am sure this will be my number one. Thanks for the video.

@ThatHobby Месяц назад

Thanks! I used to have a gas grill too. But I only use the Weber now.

@ABRACADABSFESTIVAL Год назад

Great review

@ThatHobby Год назад

Thanks!

@therealchickentender Год назад

Had mine since early 2006. Just put a replacement work-table on it (old one was the composite plastic type that had cracked a decade ago) and added a cast iron bottom coal-grate. Re: the gas starter - you don't need to run it nearly that long (save your tank). I only run it maybe 3 to 5 minutes at most until the bottom coals catch. The it'll keep goin just fine without the burner running until they're ready to cook on. Fantastic little grill.

@ThatHobby Год назад

Those sound like a some nice upgrades. Thanks for the tip on the gas. That will save some money. Those little canisters can get a bit pricy.

@barackblows1942 13 дней назад

It’s not blood, it’s juice. 😎

@ThatHobby 13 дней назад

Yeah I was calling it blood by mistake. Somebody told me the technical term for it but I for got what it was called. I always though it was blood but it's not actually blood it's just the juices from the meat.

@Meister1551 2 года назад

I live in a condo development and when my next door neighbor moved they gave me an almost new Weber Performance Deluxe Grill. It's a 2019 model so it doesn't have the timer any more just the gas starter but everything else is just like yours. I hadn't done any grilling in over 3 years as the little kettle grill I had was junk and there were some yard obstacles that needed removing Once that had been done, it was on to the grilling; first up, a 2.7 pound Tri-Tip...cooked to perfection. Once again Weber brings home a winner...

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

Awesome yeah I love it! I thought I got a good deal but wow you really scored on this one. That timer is real convenient but a replacement timer can be a bit pricy especially when you can just set a timer on your phone and spend that money on some more Tri-Tips.

@plugnut4713 2 года назад

Nice video on your grill. I have the Weber Performer with the folding table. I've had it probably seven years now. It sits on my deck all year round, but I protect it with a cover since I live in the PNW. I highly recommend a cover if you get any kind of damp, wet, cold weather for any long stretch of winter. No joke, that pricey cover has kept my kettle looking almost new. I grill at least 4 times a week spring to fall. My Performer has been solid for grilling and smoking. I'm contemplating stepping up to a Summit Kamado, but that's some serious cash on an upgrade level. So, if I were to upgrade to a Performer Premium (like yours), I would do so because it has those additional smoking guides on the sweep handle and bottom kettle. Those little half moons added to your kettle model are for low and slow cooks for pork butts or brisket!! You have to try that on your model because low and slow cooks is why Weber added them to your model. Check out America's Test Kitchen for an episode on how to cook a Texas style brisket on a Weber 22 kettle with Kingsford charcoals. I tried it and it really worked. Amazing what our kettles can do with some great recipes. So those expanded vent slots on your model are the biggest bonus of all in my book. That and the gas ignitor. Oh wait, I just realized those are your Sharpie marks for vent position like I do. For a minute there I thought Weber wised up and made that an upgrade. Oh well, my bad. Another reason I would upgrade to your model is that much larger table. What a great bonus to have that added real estate to work with for digital thermometers, large proteins, cookware. IMO, dollar for dollar, your grill is the best of all worlds. You made a great decision going with this Weber model. I think I'll wait for a 4th of July sale-crossing fingers a sale happens.

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

Thanks I also need to get a cover to protect my grill. Yeah I love the table but it will get real dirty from the dust we get out here especially if I don't clean the grease off it after grilling. So a little clean up and a nice cover is the way to go. A brisket sounds like a great idea too. Good luck on the 4th of July sale. FYI if you join ACE hardware's rewards program you can get some good discounts on big ticket items.

@senraq6332 2 года назад

Great video. You are a natural

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

Thank you so much! I really enjoyed making this video.

@mikeperth8027 Год назад

I'm thinking about buying one of these very soon. Thanks for the video. If you ever make it to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, I'll let you buy me a beer mate.

@ThatHobby Год назад

Thanks! Yeah this is is a great grill. My old Weber was pretty basic. So this was a really nice upgrade. I just cooked some stakes over the weekend and they were amazing.

@nunjabiz9456 Год назад

Absolutely best charcoal grill

@ThatHobby Год назад

Yeah I grill with it every week. Sometimes twice a week. I really love this grill.

@grizzleypeak Год назад

After many years with Weber kettles, I bought a Kamado. Then, the snow collapsed my deck and broke my expensive Kamado. I replaced it with the Weber Performer with the folding table. There is nothing you can't do on a Webber Kettle. The Kamado worked well, too. It wasn't worth the cost to replace. I'll stick with tried and true Webber.

@ThatHobby Год назад

That's a bummer about your Kamado but yeah that is the real question if something happened to something you like would you get a new one or something else. I do like the way the Kamado looks though. That thing looks pretty cool. The Webber with the folding table looks pretty nice too.

@grizzleypeak Год назад

@@ThatHobby TBH, the Kamado wasn't worth the money. The best part about it was it held temp better especially in cold weather. Otherwise, the Webber can smoke or sear anything, and holds temp just fine if you are paying attention to it. It is easier to move around, more durable and much cheaper.

@stevenbrz Год назад

thanks for telling us what the timer is for, I was completely lost when I inherited this grill

@ThatHobby Год назад

Yeah the timer is really useful. I set it for 1 or 2 min to sear the meat over the coals. Then I put the meat off to the side of the coals and set the timer for 2 minutes and flip it 3 or 4 more times. I got the timing down pretty good to cook the meat on here just how I like it.

@atvridingtrail Год назад

Merci mec 🙂

@ThatHobby Год назад

Je t'en prie - I don't speak French but I think that means your welcome in French? This Weber grill really is awesome!

@dennygrove2278 Месяц назад

I picked one up at auction slightly used for $45 propane tank was empty so unknown if igniter works but it still looks like I did ok with outdoor grill cover included..👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@ThatHobby Месяц назад

Yeah you can't go wrong for $45. A new grill will and a cover will cost $640. With the $600 bucks you just saved you can buy a lot of meat too.

@vanillaj8883 10 месяцев назад

Just picked this thing up yesterday. and the table adjustable grate and ash catcher are by far the three things I love the most.

@ThatHobby 10 месяцев назад

Yeah the table is so nice to have. That really could be number one. Some people say they don't like the grate because it is hard to clean but it is really nice to be able to open it up and add some more coals. I don't know how I grilled without the ash catcher. It's so much easier to clean the ashes out with this thing. So yeah that is a great top 3 list.

@0Myles0 Год назад

Those rimshots make me laugh. good job!

@ThatHobby Год назад

Thanks!

@rexroscoeroggaschjr7530 Год назад

We had one about 6 years ago, lived 45’ from ocean….salt absolutely killed the entire cart. Recently moved to desert and bought the crimson edition…looking forward to using it. Old unit had a resin table, new one is in box….interesting you mentioned the table is powder coat steel. Enjoy and thank you ✌️

@ThatHobby Год назад

The nice thing about living in the desert is that metal will last a lot longer. Plus you can grill all year long. The table is really nice. Let me know how you like it once it is all set up.

@christianrodriguez7478 Год назад

Man, this video made me just wanna grill

@ThatHobby Год назад

Thanks! I am grilling steaks for our Easter Dinner today. It is a real nice day today so it should be a lot of fun.

@haleyjohnson712 11 месяцев назад

Sold! Getting one tomorrow! May i ask does it come with a cover?

@ThatHobby 11 месяцев назад

That's great! Mine didn't come with a cover. I have a link in the video description for a cover. I plan on making a video about it.

@PJ_Odyssey 11 месяцев назад

There is a slit in the back to hang your grill grate by the handle when you need to move it out of the way. It’s easily forgotten since it’s in the back.

@ThatHobby 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! I missed that.

@peggeMEGA Год назад

I just got this. What do i do with the disposable drip pan? Do i keep it or put it away? Also the char baskets are worth using? Some of my friends just remove them and put charcoal all over the bottom like normal ways

@ThatHobby Год назад

I don't remember getting a disposable drip pan? They sell them for $10 and they look pretty useful. As for the char baskets I like to use them. I put them in the middle of the grill to sear my meat. Then I move the meat over to sides were there are no coals to let it finish cooking. The char baskets seem to keep the coals contained were I want them. It just depends how you like to cook. The gas start puts a flam up in the middle of the grill so that's were I put the char baskets.

@MasculineMilquetoast 9 месяцев назад

May be moot but does the kettle's color affect the grilling dynamic? Not only am I contemplating a Weber Performer Deluxe but I'm drawn to the bronze kettle, too.

@ThatHobby 9 месяцев назад

I don't think the color affects the grilling dynamic. My old grill was black and the bronze seems to grill just as good plus it's a lot nicer than my old grill with the table and all the extras. I chose the bronze because I wanted something that looked new and shiny. They also have green too. So you can get a few color choices.

@greggboury7520 Месяц назад

Look, I love my performer but I do wish you could adjust the height of the coals.

@ThatHobby Месяц назад

That sounds like a good idea. I haven't seen any accessories like that but I have heard of people using fire bricks or rocks to raise the height of the coals.

@anthonyz5671 6 месяцев назад

Do you need to use Weber brand bottles or will those standard propane bottles you get from the store work? Looks like you need to use Webers from what I see.

@ThatHobby 6 месяцев назад

Standard propane bottles work fine. I use the bottle on my weed torch. So I usually keep a few on hand. I get them for ACE, Lowes, and Walmart. They all seem to work. There is also an adapter you can get to connect it to full size propane bottle if you prefer to use one of those.

@anthonyz5671 6 месяцев назад

@@ThatHobby Cool. Yeah I have a refil adapter.

@Eshabee Год назад

So you will lite this version using gas not with the chimney?? and also does the taste of the food taste similar like the charcoal only version??

@ThatHobby Год назад

Yes the food tastes similar. The gas flame doesn't taint the bricks like lighter fluid. Its just a flame that heats the bricks and once they start to get hot you turn off the gas. They do sell this same grill without the gas start if you prefer using a chimney.

@GChannews 26 дней назад

what type of charcoal do you use?

@ThatHobby 26 дней назад

I like Kingsford. You can use any charcoal though. I just like the Kingsford because it lasts a little longer than the other charcoals.

@sirbigpappy Год назад

Honestly, if you put the ash catcher holders up high enough on the classic model it won't fall

@ThatHobby Год назад

A lot of people use a metal bucket for the ashes too. They even sell the attachable ash cans to be added to the old grills. A lot of the upgrades on here can be bought to add to the old grills. I have been thinking about updating my old grill for a fun project.

@thomasschlafer4976 18 дней назад

Can you also cook just using gas or is it only to light the coals

@ThatHobby 18 дней назад

I have only used the gas to light the coals. I never thought about cooking with it. I prefer using charcoal. It does get pretty hot though. So I guess you could cook with it but I don't think the gas was designed for cooking on the grill.

@onkar12345678 2 года назад

If i put the charcoals on the side, does the ignition work on the sides?

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

The ignition works the best in the middle but the charcoal trays can be moved around. So you can move them to the sides after a good 5 minutes. But don't use your hands like I did. You can push the trays to the sides with a spatial.

@onkar12345678 2 года назад

@@ThatHobby thanks! I think its small for me, have a big family, any suggestions in the same category?

@ThatHobby 2 года назад

If you like Weber grills they have some bigger ones. The Weber Original Kettle Premium 26 inch Charcoal Grill is $429. They also have 37 inch Ranch Charcoal Kettle Grill, but it's $1,800 bucks. 2 grills my be a more economical option. I kept my old Weber grill and will be fixing it up. So when I need to cook for a lot of people I will have some more grill space. I want to add the removable grates, the thermometer, the ash can holder and the rolling lid holder to my old grill. That would be a fun project. Good luck with finding a new grill. Let me know what you end up getting.

@davehess8374 4 месяца назад

Is the table on this one metal or plastic

@ThatHobby 4 месяца назад

This is a metal table. That is one of the reasons I chose this grill. I wanted one with a nice table on it.

@jessespeedy9709 4 месяца назад

Great video. "sear to lock in the juices" and "no blood running out" you gotta read up bro. Myoglobin isn't blood and searing doesn't lock in juices. It's trivial though. As long as the food comes out tasting good it doesn't matter.

@ThatHobby 4 месяца назад

Thanks! Yeah my vocabulary isn't great but I sure do love this grill!

@ldballoon4 24 дня назад

update- how do you like it 2 years in? 6/2024

@ThatHobby 24 дня назад

I still love it! I will have to make an update video. My only issue is keeping it clean. I had a grease fire in the ash can. It softened the metal a little on the ash cans clamps and it isn't as secure as it used to be. The ash can is made of a thinner metal. I was thinking of buying a new ash can for it. But the rest of the grill has held up great.

@7karlheinz Год назад

The gas start is the only reason I'd spend 600 for a grill.

@ThatHobby Год назад

The gas start is awesome but I really do like the whole set up too. It's pretty nice to have everything on a big cart with a table.

@HHHWLH Год назад

How much?

@ThatHobby Год назад

I have some affiliate links in the video description where you can check current prices. Last I checked it was $549 for a black one and $579 for the different colored ones. If you shop at ACE hardware you can join the rewards program and save some money on the grill.

@HHHWLH Год назад

@@ThatHobby For $579.00. Hmmmm? Does the price/cost make and cook the food tastier, any more better or delicious?

@ThatHobby Год назад

@@HHHWLH It depends what you are using now. I had an old weber 22 inch kettle grill and I thought everything I cooked on it was amazing too. This new grill has a few more convinces and allows you to control the temperature a little better. So yes and no. Everything I cook on it is tastier but you can cook just as good on an old weber grill if you use a timer and adjust the heat. I bought mine last year for $459 and I thought that was expensive at the time.

@HHHWLH Год назад

@@ThatHobby Thank you. I was kinda' just pulling your leg, and playing with you. I get it. Having a Mercedes would be nice, but my VW gets me to the same place. You really should be a Weber sales associate. Your video really brought out the conveniences and qualities of the grill! Great job! You convinced me, including my wife. Now I am gonna' buy one. Thanks, again, and for being a sport.

@ThatHobby Год назад

Oh yeah I could still cook on my old grill but this new one is so much nicer to use. I also have an ACE Hardware affiliate link in the video description. I don't get paid as much as a weber associate but ACE dose pay a little for referrals. Plus they offer free assembly and delivery. Thanks for the complement. I really liked making this video and answering the comments about it.

@Chevy-hw6lw Год назад

Throw some smoking chips on there bro

@ThatHobby Год назад

That sounds good! I will have to try that.

@Da-ve 4 месяца назад

Terrible audio 😢

@ThatHobby 4 месяца назад

Audio can be pretty tough! Any tips or a recommendation for a good mic?

@keifer39 9 месяцев назад

I have the same grill, same color and I love the thing. I've had it for 5-6 years now so it was pretty beat up. Ignition system failed, bottom grate was seriously warped where the burners are, the top temp adjust was warped and finally the top handle came off of the top. I was about to buy another one but instead I purchased replacement parts from weber and took it completely apart, cleaned it up (nasty job but worth it) fixed what was broken and reassembled. It's like new again. I bought a chimney after the ignitor went out (just needed a battery, duh) and will probably still use it with the gas as a starter for the chimney as suggested by @dbkfrogkaty1 below.

@ThatHobby 9 месяцев назад

That's awesome! I was thinking of rebuilding my old weber grill too. That way I would have some extra room to grill with when I am cooking a lot of food at once.