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Grill Guru Original Medium vs Kamado Joe Classic I

What actually differs between the Grill Guru Original Medium and the Kamado Joe Classic I, and what that means for how you cook.

What differs

  • The Original Medium is €39.76 cheaper.
  • This is the decision that matters: the Original Medium is a medium kamado, the Classic I a large kamado. Buy the size you will use, not the size that impresses.
  • Both ceramic.
  • Both supplied complete with a stand.
  • The Classic I’s grate is 5.7 centimetres larger in diameter.

Specifications side by side

Grill Guru Original MediumKamado Joe Classic I
Stand/cartIncluded, on castors, 2 brakedIncluded, 4 castors, 2 locking
MaterialCeramicCeramic
GrateØ 40 cmØ 45.7 cm
Grill area± 1,260 cm²1,613 cm²
Maximum temperature—398 °C
Ceramic warranty20 yearsLifetime
Weight—103.3 kg
SizeMedium (15.75 inch)Large (18 inch)
In the boxComplete, with standWith stand
Side shelvesTwo, folding, bamboo—
Grate materialStainless steelStainless steel
Cooking levels—Divide & Conquer, two tiers
Heat deflectorPlate Setter, includedTwo ceramic plates
HingeSpring-assisted—
Ash drawerNone, ash poker includedSlide-out ash drawer
Gasket—Felt
ThermometerIn the domeIn the dome
Charcoal capacity1.6 kg—
Warranty, other partsMetal 2 years, thermometer 1 year, felt gasket 6 monthsMetal 5 years, heat deflectors 3 years, thermometer and gasket 2 years
Rain coverIncluded—
Width—117.4 cm
Height115 cm121 cm
Model designationOriginal Medium Ø40Classic I

Who it suits

Grill Guru Original Medium

A family that barbecues weekly and does not want to pay for the badge.

Kamado Joe Classic I

Anyone choosing a Classic on how it cooks rather than on what comes with it.

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