Weber Original Kettle Premium 22-inch Black
Score: 78/100
George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Premium Kettle adds a built-in lid thermometer, high-capacity ash catcher, and a 10-year warranty to the classic 22-inch design. It is heavier and lacks side tables, making it less portable than smaller models. Best for grillers who want extra convenience and durability in a traditional kettle.
The George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Grill delivers a spacious 240 sq in non-stick surface, five-setting temperature control, and a fat-removing sloped design, ideal for large indoor or patio meals. Its reliance on a power cord and bulky dimensions limit true portability and storage. Great for apartment dwellers or hosts serving up to 15 people.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2.52 sq ftbest | 1.667 sq ft | |
| ↓ lower better | 32.3 lb | 8.68 lbbest |
10 yrbest | 3 yr | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 10 minbest |
— | 120 Vbest | |
22.5 inbest | 11.02 in | |
27 inbest | 20.47 in | |
22.5 inbest | 19.69 in |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Cooking Area (sq ft) | 2.52 sq ft | 1.6667 sq ft |
Power & Fuel(1) | ||
Power / Fuel Type | Charcoal | Electric |
Dimensions(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 32.3 lb | 8.68 lb |
Width (in) | 22.5 in | 11.02 in |
Height (in) | 27 in | 20.47 in |
Depth (in) | 22.5 in | 19.69 in |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Warranty (yr) | 10 yr | 3 yr |
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.
