Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker
Score: 74/100
Royal Gourmet CC1830S
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Royal Gourmet CC1830S combines a sizable 30-inch barrel grill with an offset smoker, delivering over 800 sq in of cooking space and convenient wheels. However, it lacks digital temperature controls and is relatively heavy. Suited for backyard cooks who value versatility over high-tech features.
The Weber 14-inch Smokey Mountain Cooker is a compact charcoal smoker with dual grates and a built-in thermometer, offering solid heat retention in a lightweight package. Its limited cooking area and need for careful temperature management may restrict larger gatherings. Ideal for beginners and space-conscious users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.99 sqft | 5.67 sqftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 23 lbbest | 45.2 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 14.75 inbest | 46.89 in |
| ↓ lower better | 14.75 inbest | 51.69 in |
| ↓ lower better | 31.4 in | 28.56 inbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 1.99 sqft | 5.67 sqft |
Build & Design(6) | ||
Weight (lb) | 23.0 lb | 45.2 lb |
Height (in) | 14.75 in | 46.89 in |
Width (in) | 14.75 in | 51.69 in |
Length (in) | 31.4 in | 28.56 in |
Construction Material | Porcelain-enameled | Steel |
Grate Material | Plated steel | Porcelain-enameled steel |
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Professional sources highlight the Weber 711001's solid construction, built-in thermometer, and user-friendly damper system, noting it as a reliable entry-level smoker that delivers consistent results despite its modest size.
Everyday users praise its ease of use for beginners, straightforward cleaning, and compact size that fits small patios, while recurring feedback mentions the need for attentive temperature management and limited capacity for larger groups.
Professional reviewers commend the CC1830S for its generous cooking surface, solid porcelain-enameled steel grates, and practical offset smoker with easy-access vents, positioning it as a strong value proposition in the entry-level barrel grill segment.
Everyday buyers consistently praise the grill's spacious cooking area, authentic charcoal flavor, and the convenience of wheels and a removable ash catcher. Common themes include appreciation for the side table and tool hooks, while recurring frustrations involve the manual assembly process, the grill's weight, and occasional heat-distribution quirks.
