Weber Jumbo Joe
Score: 73/100
George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Weber Jumbo Joe is an 18-inch charcoal grill offering a solid 240 sq in cooking surface and lightweight design. It misses premium features such as a lid thermometer and wheels. Best suited for users who want a portable, reliable kettle without extra accessories.
The George Foreman GIO2000BK is a 1600 W electric grill offering a spacious 240 sq in cooking surface and precise five-setting temperature control. Its size and need for a power outlet limit true portability. Best for apartment dwellers or families needing large-capacity indoor/outdoor grilling.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.667 sq ftbest | 1.667 sq ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.46 lb | 8.68 lbbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 10 minbest |
— | 120 Vbest | |
20.5 inbest | 11.02 in | |
19.75 in | 20.47 inbest | |
19.75 inbest | 19.69 in |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Fuel(1) | ||
Power / Fuel Type | Charcoal | Electric |
Dimensions(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 17.46 lb | 8.68 lb |
Width (in) | 20.5 in | 11.02 in |
Height (in) | 19.75 in | 20.47 in |
Depth (in) | 19.75 in | 19.69 in |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Grate Material | Plated steel | Aluminum |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the George Foreman GIO2000BK for its massive cooking area, precise five-setting probe, and flexible indoor/outdoor design, labeling it apartment-approved and ideal for large meals. The main criticisms focus on its reliance on a power cord and its substantial size, which can hinder portability and storage.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the grill's large capacity, quick preheat, easy cleanup, and health-focused fat-removing slope, often describing it as perfect for parties and family gatherings. The recurring complaints center on its bulkiness and the limitation of being tied to an electrical outlet.
