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Big Green Egg 2XL vs Big Green Egg XL

What actually differs between the Big Green Egg 2XL and the Big Green Egg XL, and what that means for how you cook.

What differs

  • The XL is €1,984.00 cheaper.
  • They are in the same size class (XL), so look at the grate size for cooking surface.
  • Both ceramic.
  • Both supplied without a stand.
  • The 2XL’s grate is 12 centimetres larger in diameter.

Specifications side by side

Big Green Egg 2XLBig Green Egg XL
Stand/cartSold separatelySold separately
MaterialCeramicCeramic
GrateØ 73 cmØ 61 cm
Grill area4,185 cm²2,919 cm²
Ceramic warrantyLifetimeLifetime
Weight170 kg99 kg
SizeXL (2XL)XL (XLarge)
In the boxNo stand—
Grate materialStainless steelStainless steel
ThermometerIn the domeIn the dome
Top ventrEGGulator, cast ironrEGGulator, cast iron
GasketFeltFelt
Warranty, other partsMetal 5 years, felt and thermometer 1 yearMetal 5 years, felt and thermometer 1 year
Height90 cm78 cm
Model designationBig X / 2XLXLarge

Who it suits

Big Green Egg 2XL

Catering, a club, or anyone routinely cooking for twenty.

Big Green Egg XL

Anyone who routinely cooks for large groups and counts residual value.

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