We tested the Sear Zone on our upgrade pick, the Weber Genesis E-325s, and were impressed. “It means I can have more of an indirect area, and my beer-can chicken weber traveler has never been better,” he told me one day over the phone. Because the grill connects via a gas line, he needed one part and a plumber to connect it.
(If your diners have various preferences, this difference might even come in handy.) In contrast, lesser grills produced nearly raw burgers in the front and well-done patties in the back. We had no issues with the meat sticking to the flat, porcelain-coated iron grates or problems with flare-ups, grease fires that produce charring and acrid smoke. The Weber Spirit II E-310 provides an unrivaled combination of top-notch grilling performance, a versatile three-burner design, durability, and a relatively affordable price. During the first 45 minutes, with each grill’s lid down, we occasionally checked for charring and redistributed pieces as needed. Then we flipped the chicken parts, slathered on a coating of barbecue sauce, and closed the lid for another 15 minutes. They’re compact, yet they remain big enough to accommodate a complete family dinner (say, chicken breasts, corn on the cob, and another vegetable) or burgers and brats for a party.
Spirit grills are smaller, with a 24” grid width, while GENESIS grills go from just under 26” to 34”. Some GENESIS models are WiFi-enabled, stainless steel cooking grates, lighting, and offer the versatility of optional Weber CRAFTED custom cookware. Newly designed Weber GENESIS grills sport a revamped control panel, starting with a slight angle for modern aesthetics and ease of use. The burner knobs follow suit, swapping the plastic construction from Weber Genesis II for metallicized knobs that lend a premium feel, not to mention greater durability. As a bonus, each control knob is notched with small-spaced tick marks for more precise flame control. That finally brings us to the T-bar handle, which is shaped for easy gripping, opening, and closing from any angle.
The 3-burner, stainless-steel Genesis S-315 delivers legendary Weber quality, performance and durability in a grill you can rely on to make outdoor cooking for family and friends easy and enjoyable. The PureBlu burner system sets this grill apart from the pack – featuring unique, tapered burner tubes that generate consistent pressure and flames and deliver even heat across the grilling surface. Flames are directed above the raised gas ports, while food debris falls below minimizing clogging and ensuring the grill lights every time. Introducing the GENESIS smart grill – the biggest grilling innovation in decades, that creates a full backyard culinary experience. Roast, bake, steam, or even stir-fry by replacing the cooking grate with custom-fit WEBER CRAFTED grillware, inspiring food never thought possible on the grill.
So you have to maneuver and rotate your chicken or roast to make sure it cooks evenly throughout. If you think you’ll frequently use your grill as an outdoor oven to cook roasts and whole birds, we recommend choosing one of our other picks instead. The warranty covers the firebox and lid assembly for 12 years and covers the stainless steel burner tubes, cooking grates, and Flavorizer bars (burner hoods) for 10 years. To get the longest life out of your grill, be sure to clean and care for it properly.
This grill is made from durable stainless steel and features folding side shelves for extra space. Inside, dual level sear plates vaporize drips and five tube burners light instantly with the JETFIRE™ ignition system. Feed a crowd; with 980 square inches of total cooking area, which includes the infrared side burner, it’s no trouble at all.