It has a tan lid with the Q series logo on top, and it’s made up of a cast aluminum lid and body supported by a reinforced nylon frame. The brand also sells cast iron griddles you can swap in for more versatility. The weber genesis 2 1000 is the basic model of the Weber Q portable series.
The integrated thermometer — available from 150°F to 600°F — allows you to accurately monitor internal temperatures without having to lift the lid and lose critical heat. The regulator is integrated into the body and employs an infinite controller that is easily adjusted between clearly marked low, medium, and high settings. The Q series grills are designed for weber q grilling, although there are cases of people roasting on them, grilling is by far the strength of this series. The cooking grate is made of porcelain enameled cast iron the burners are not inhibited by flavorizer bars so the grate gets direct heat from the flame. Weber creatively created the grates to ensure that any grease or drippings bypass the direct flame.
While this measurement objectively lands in the middle of the grills we tested, it tends to be plenty of room for most travel-cooking needs. If you are just grilling up the meat portion, it is enough to cook 3-4 servings; if you are cooking just for two, it is ample room to grill up both meat and veggies. The sturdy handles extend far enough away from the grill body to make it reasonable to pick up and move even while lit.
To learn how we use your information, see our privacy policy. In 2015, Weber started offering different color options from Black, purple, orange, blue red and the standard titanium color. Expect to pay a premium for the sports logoed versions in most cases it is an additional $100 over the cost of the ones without logos.
Discuss charcoal/gas/electric grills, Pulse and Lumin electric grills, and related accessories. Other features include a thermometer built into the hood and two Q-shaped burners instead of one. The Weber Q electric grills are a little more expensive than their propane counterparts.