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Weber 18 inch Smokey Mountain Cooker Charcoal Smoker Black
Last Updated: June 11, 2023 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
816
Unverified
78
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2 meters
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Review Analysis - 106 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Food
38cook, meat, cooks, smoked, smoker
+95%
-5%
" ... Cooked a pork butt at 250 for 9 hours pretty much set it and forget it. ... "
" ... they have many tips on how to cook with this. ... I cooks more dang chicken than I eat with 3 diff kinds of smoked chicken meals (burritos are awesome), is ridiculously good on turkey breast, and I have done 2 smoked rib roasts for holiday dinners that knocked it out of the park. ... "
" ... love the quality of the meat and smoked flavor ... "
" ... I've used it once and so far, it has produced delicious lip smakin' meat. ... All in all a good smoker/cooker. ... "
" ... Food smokes beautifully and is delicious. ... "
" ... Those adjustments were great, because it rained while he was grilling and it needed to be moved. ... "
" ... It came with a grill cover which was a nice surprise, because I was looking for a cover and they ranged from $26-50. ... "
" ... That brought it over 400 F at the top grill grate according to my Weber digital thermometer. ... "
Usage
29easy to use, family, smoker, easy to assemble, loves
+90%
-10%
" ... easy to use and plenty of how to videos on YouTube to learn ... "
" ... It smokes and has easy control vents ... "
" ... Easy assembly, is probably a relative term, but my husband found it not too difficult. ... "
" ... Perfect for just me and my wife or when the entire family comes over. ... "
" ... The 14" is the perfect size for an average family's dinner. ... "
" ... Holds a full sized 15 lb brisket…easy to assemble. ... "
" ... Assembly was easy along with upgrades. ... "
" ... Amazed at how much more room 4 inches gets you. ... "
Body
29smoker, lid, water, size, racks
+66%
-34%
" ... Holds a full sized 15 lb brisket…easy to assemble. ... "
" ... The smoker is actually a monster it can hold two large turkeys and more at one time. ... "
" ... Assembly wasn’t too bad and worked as it should. ... "
" ... Dual racks makes plenty of food. ... "
" ... Overall it’s a good purchase, although in hindsight I probably should have gone for the next size up. ... "
" ... It is well made, and designed. ... "
" ... the size and weight is awesome for moving it around the patio when you need to ... "
" ... Really like the compact egg shape ... "
Size
14size, lid, grate, weber, smoker
+64%
-36%
" ... I do wish I got one size smaller but I love love it! ... "
" ... With the bottom vents very slightly open, and the top vent fully open, it holds 225 very steady. ... "
" ... Perfect size for both simultaneously. ... "
" ... Completely closing two vents and partially opening the third finally did the trick. ... "
" ... You can easily fit 8 chickens. ... "
" ... the size and weight is awesome for moving it around the patio when you need to ... "
" ... Overall it’s a good purchase, although in hindsight I probably should have gone for the next size up. ... "
" ... Really like the compact egg shape ... "
Marketplace
7box, wsm, weber, received, product
+43%
-57%
" ... I called Weber's one 800 ph# and after waiting on hold for too long I just gave up and returned it to Amazon. ... "
" ... First off I received a slightly warped product. ... "
" ... Opened up the box and it was a used smoker. ... "
Price
5smokers, worth, waste, smoker
+60%
-40%
" ... If you don’t want to spend a ton of money but want Quality BBQ, this is the real deal. ... "
" ... This is overall an excellent smoker for the price! ... "
" ... I searched for all kinds of smokers and this Weber came up in several reviews as the best for the money. ... "
Cleaning
5temp, spray, smoke, lid, easy to clean
+60%
-40%
" ... I like to soak the wood chunks so that they produce cleaner smoke and don't burn up too quickly. ... "
" ... pros:does not take up much space, easy to clean, holds temp nicely, makes great food ... "
Cut
4half, smoker, ribs, rack, brisket
+50%
-50%
" ... Almost cut myself on the black chips. ... "
" ... The edges of the pieces were not sanded well so if you don't pay attention you'll cut yourself on the edges. ... "
Comfort
4smoker, ribs, pork shoulder, legs, hands
+75%
-25%
" ... Weber is the best hands down! ... "
" ... I went a head and bought the next size up the 18" from the one I had. ... "
" ... Pork shoulder, ham, small brisket or ribs are no issue. ... "
Reliability
3weber, grills, coals
+100%
" ... I'm sure it will last many years ... "
" ... Can't believe I never wrote a positive review for this thing, I've had it for two years, use it a lot, and love it ... "
" ... I have owned mine for years. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
3box, delivered, damaged, assembled
+33%
-67%
" ... Opened up the box and it was a used smoker. ... "
Heating
3smoker, heat, great food, delicious, cook
+100%
" ... The food we made on it was wonderful and it seems to function pretty well. ... "
" ... It does cook great food ... "
" ... Food smokes beautifully and is delicious. ... "
Battery
3last, charcoal, 12
+100%
" ... just add a few coals and some wood and you are good for hours ... "
" ... I can light mine, get it to 235 F and just let it go for hours. ... "
" ... Last weekend I had it going for 30 hours straight. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 2 meters
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