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Kamado Joe Big Joe Konnected Joe vs Weber Summit Kamado E6

What actually differs between the Kamado Joe Big Joe Konnected Joe and the Weber Summit Kamado E6, and what that means for how you cook.

What differs

  • The Summit Kamado E6 is €1,318.90 cheaper.
  • They are in the same size class (XL), so look at the grate size for cooking surface.
  • The Big Joe Konnected Joe is ceramic and the Summit Kamado E6 insulated steel. Ceramic holds a low temperature steady for hours; steel gets there faster but reacts to every gust of wind.
  • Both supplied complete with a stand.

Specifications side by side

Kamado Joe Big Joe Konnected JoeWeber Summit Kamado E6
Stand/cartIncludedIncluded
MaterialCeramicInsulated double-walled steel
GrateØ 61 cmØ 61 cm
Grill area2,903 cm²± 2,920 cm²
Maximum temperature371 °C—
Ceramic warrantyLifetime—
Weight155 kg66.23 kg
SizeXL (24 inch)XL
In the boxWith cart and side shelvesComplete, on a rolling cart
Side shelvesFolding, aluminium—
LightingAutomatic, at a button—
Temperature controlDigital, with fan and app—
Grate materialStainless steel, two gratesStainless steel, hinged (Gourmet BBQ System)
Cooking levelsDivide & Conquer, two tiers—
Heat deflectorTwo ceramic platesStainless diffuser plate
Charcoal basket—Two Char-Baskets
Ash drawerSlide-out ash drawerRemovable aluminium ash pan, One-Touch
Top ventKontrol TowerRapidfire lid damper
Thermometer—In the dome
Height, lid open—150.9 cm
Warranty—Bowl, lid and centre ring 10 years, One-Touch and plastics 5 years, other parts 2 years
HingeAir LiftSpring-assisted
Meat probeOne, included—
Width148.5 cm88.3 cm
Depth—90.9 cm
Height136.5 cm114 cm
Model designationBig Joe Konnected JoeSummit Kamado E6

Who it suits

Kamado Joe Big Joe Konnected Joe

Anyone cooking for large groups who wants long cooks without adjusting the vents all the time.

Weber Summit Kamado E6

Anyone who mostly grills, wants to start quickly, and does not want to haul eighty kilos of ceramic.

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