Weber Master-Touch 22 vs Weber Spirit E-210
Quick take: The Weber Master-Touch 22 costs $110 less; the Weber Spirit E-210 offers more cooking space (450 vs 363 sq in); the Weber Spirit E-210 reaches a higher max temp (NaN vs NaN°F).
| Spec | Weber Master-Touch 22 | Weber Spirit E-210 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$289 | ~$399 |
| Rating | 4.7★ (4,432) | 4.5★ (2,487) |
| Type | Charcoal Grill | Gas Grill |
| Cooking Area | 363 sq in | 450 sq in |
| Max Temp | 700°F | 550F°F |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal | Propane |
| Build Material | Porcelain-Enameled Steel | Porcelain-enameled steel cookbox and lid |
| Hopper Capacity | — | — |
| Burners | — | 2 |
| WiFi / App | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Meat probe | No | No |
| PID controller | No | No |
| Side burner | No | No |
| Rotisserie | No | No |
| Searing | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 30 x 25 x 42 in | 48.3 x 26.6 x 46.2 in |
| Weight | 32 lbs | 90 lbs |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years (cookbox/lid), 5 years grates |
Pros & cons
Weber Master-Touch 22
- ✓It's incredibly versatile - direct high-heat searing, two-zone grilling, and even low-and-slow smoking with the Snake method all work great in one inexpensive grill
- ✓The hinged Gourmet BBQ System grate lets you add charcoal mid-cook and drop in accessories like a sear grate, pizza stone, or wok
- ✓The One-Touch cleaning system sweeps ash into a sealed catcher, making cleanup faster and tidier than basic kettles
- ✓Porcelain-enameled steel bowl and lid resist rust and hold heat well, and routinely last 10-15+ years
- ✓At ~$235 with a built-in thermometer and Tuck-Away lid holder it's an outstanding value in charcoal
- ✓It reaches blazing searing temps that no pellet grill can touch, giving real charcoal flavor and crust
- ✓It's light and portable at 32 lbs, easy to move around the yard or take to a campsite
- ✓Weber's 10-year warranty and universal parts availability mean you can keep it running indefinitely
- ✗Charcoal cooking has a learning curve - managing vents and fuel for steady temps takes practice versus push-button gas or pellets
- ✗There's no app, probe, or automation, so long smokes require hands-on vent adjustments and refueling
- ✗363 sq in is modest, so cooking for a big crowd means batching or stepping up to the 26-inch model
- ✗Holding low temps for a long brisket is doable but fiddly compared to a dedicated smoker, with temps prone to drifting
- ✗Ash and charcoal handling is messier than gas or pellets, and you deal with lighting and disposal every cook
- ✗The lid thermometer is approximate, so serious cooks add a separate probe
- ✗Wind can swing temperatures noticeably, requiring vent babysitting on gusty days
- ✗It needs a chimney starter and charcoal on hand, adding small ongoing fuel costs and prep steps
Weber Spirit E-210
- ✓Weber build quality and parts availability keep it running essentially forever
- ✓Perfect footprint for small patios, decks, and townhomes
- ✓Flavorizer bars minimize flare-ups and add real grilled flavor
- ✓Snap-Jet individual burner ignition is fast and dependable
- ✓Even heat across the 360 sq in primary grate
- ✓Strong resale value - used Spirits sell for a premium
- ✓10-year no-rust-through cookbox warranty
- ✗26,600 BTU is modest - searing requires a long preheat
- ✗Two burners make indirect-heat cooking cramped
- ✗No side burner or sear station at this trim
- ✗Costs about double a Char-Broil or Nexgrill of the same size