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Big Green Egg MiniMax vs Kamado Joe Joe Jr.

What actually differs between the Big Green Egg MiniMax and the Kamado Joe Joe Jr., and what that means for how you cook.

What differs

  • The Joe Jr. is €730.00 cheaper.
  • They are in the same size class (compact), so look at the grate size for cooking surface.
  • Both ceramic.
  • Both tabletop models without a stand.
  • The Joe Jr.’s grate is 1.3 centimetres larger in diameter.

Specifications side by side

Big Green Egg MiniMaxKamado Joe Joe Jr.
Stand/cartEGG Carrier with two handles, includedTabletop
MaterialCeramicCeramic
GrateØ 33 cmØ 34.3 cm
Grill area855 cm²968 cm²
Maximum temperature—398 °C
Ceramic warrantyLifetimeLifetime
Weight35 kg37.4 kg
SizeCompact (MiniMax)Compact (13.5 inch)
In the boxTable-top, with EGG CarrierTabletop, no stand
Grate materialStainless steelStainless steel
Heat deflectorSold separately (convEGGtor)One ceramic plate
Ash drawer—No drawer, a sliding door
ThermometerIn the domeIn the dome
Top ventrEGGulator, cast ironCast iron
GasketFelt—
Warranty, other partsMetal 5 years, felt and thermometer 1 yearMetal 5 years, heat deflectors 3 years, thermometer and gasket 2 years
Width—50.5 cm
Height50 cm69 cm
Model designationMiniMaxJoe Jr.

Who it suits

Big Green Egg MiniMax

Anyone who wants a Big Green Egg for the table, the balcony or to take along, cooking for a small group.

Kamado Joe Joe Jr.

Anyone who wants the brand’s build quality without the room (or the budget) for a Classic.

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