barbecue season will be here before you know it, so one of the biggest names in garden kitchens is hinting at spring. Today, weaver announced its 2022 line of smart grills with options for chefs who prefer gas or pellet burning options. Regardless of the fuel source, all new models presented here are equipped with it the company’s WiFi-enabled Weber Connect technology. It lets you control and monitor your grill from your phone and keep an eye on the cooking process while you work on side dishes or relax with guests.
Weber Connect was first available on the Smart Grilling Hub, but its big debut came on the first generation SmokeFire pellet grills. The technology not only provides recipes, but also guides you step-by-step through the entire cooking process, from preparing the meat to turning and resting before slicing. To trick the competition, the app also offers estimated cooking times So you don’t have to guess when that chest will finally hit 205 degrees Fahrenheit. In 2021, the company brought the technology to his Genesis line from gas grills and offers the same convenience as SmokeFire with a more commonly used fuel source – plus the ability to monitor the level of your propane tank.
For 2022, Weber goes one step further with a range of comforts new Genesis gas grills and a new version of smoke fire. First, the Genesis line of smart grills still features Weber Connect on PureBlu high-temp burners, a Sear Zone, a side table, an expandable top cooking grate, and “Nightvision”. As the name suggests, the final element lets you see the grilling surface after dark, with motion-detection LEDs that can illuminate the entire cooking area when you open the lid – including the side tables/burner. The lights are on the back of the handle, with a power switch on the outside to turn them off completely. According to Weber, the new Genesis models will be available with both three and four burners, as well as models with porcelain enamel or stainless steel finishes.
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With the SmokeFire pellet grill, Weber is opting for black this year. Synced the stealth edition, the black-on-black color scheme offsets the original’s silver accents along the sides of the lid, side shelf, and handles. Weber Connect is still on board, helps you with everything from searing at high heat to slow smoking. The overall design is the same except for the addition of an interior light for better visibility. As someone who has used a SmokeFire grill before sunrise and after dark, having built-in lighting is a welcome change.
In addition to the grills, Weber is also introducing new accessories under the Weber Crafted name. Tool collection includes a double-sided cooking grate, flat-top griddle, baking stone (for pizza, etc.), roasting basket, wok/steamer combo and rotisserie skewers. Special grates and an insert allow the accessories to be exchanged for charcoal, gas or pellet grills. The company explains that you can steam, bake, roast and more with these add-ons, and you can do it on the grill instead of having to venture inside. Also, the new Genesis grills have a compartment and hooks for storing the new merchandise. No word on pricing yet, but each item will be sold separately when it arrives this spring.
SmokeFire’s new Genesis models and Stealth Edition will also go on sale this spring. The former ranges from $1,049 to $2,149 while the latter is $1,399.
Gallery: Weber 2022 smart grills | 27 photos
Gallery: Weber 2022 smart grills | 27 photos
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