Weber Original Kettle 22-inch Black
Score: 72/100
Z Grills Wood Pellet Smoker Grill 8in
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Z Grills ZPG-7002E is an 8-in-1 wood-pellet grill offering a spacious 697 sq in cooking area and precise digital PID temperature control. Its heavy weight and lack of wheels make it less portable, and initial burn-in produces excess smoke. Ideal for backyard enthusiasts who prioritize cooking space and control over mobility.
The Original Kettle 22-inch charcoal grill offers classic durability with a porcelain-enameled bowl and convenient wheels. Its lack of a built-in thermometer and relatively heavy weight limit precise control and easy transport. Ideal for backyard grilling enthusiasts who value traditional design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2.52 sq ft | 4.84 sq ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 33 lbbest | 84 lb |
— | 3 yrbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 minbest |
20.5 in | 22 inbest | |
38.5 in | 51 inbest | |
25 in | 48 inbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Cooking Area (sq ft) | 2.52 sq ft | 4.84 sq ft |
Power & Fuel(1) | ||
Power / Fuel Type | Charcoal | pellet |
Dimensions(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 33 lb | 84 lb |
Width (in) | 20.5 in | 22 in |
Height (in) | 38.5 in | 51 in |
Depth (in) | 25 in | 48 in |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Grate Material | Durable-plated steel | porcelain-coated steel |
Lid Material | Porcelain-enameled | stainless steel |
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Professional reviewers acknowledge the ZPG-7002E's solid build quality, large cooking area, and precise digital temperature control, but criticize the heavy smoke produced during the first burn-in and the absence of smart-app connectivity.
Everyday users generally praise the generous cooking surface and the convenience of automatic temperature regulation, while recurring complaints focus on the heavy initial smoke output and the unit's considerable weight, which makes moving it cumbersome.
“Heavy smoke during initial burn-in and first cook on the ZPG-7002E.”
