Head-to-head · Best Kamado Grills

Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart, vs Kamado Joe® Classic Joe™ I Premium 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker in

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart, comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.6 vs 4.2). The gap is mostly about Large gatherings and serious multi-tasking cooks — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Kamado Grills

Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart,

4.6

$63.77as of Jul 8

The Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker offers robust cooking capabilities with its 2-tier Divide & Conquer system and patented ash drawer for easy cleanup. Reviewers noted the Cast Iron Top Vent for precise temperature control and built-in thermometer for accuracy. However, some found the 450 square-inch cooking surface limiting for large gatherings, and the 358.9-pound weight makes it cumbersome despite included locking wheels. This grill is best suited for serious home cooks who value functionality over portability.

Strengths

— 2-Tier Divide & Conquer Flexible Cooking System allows cooking multiple foods at various temperatures simultaneously
— Patented Slide-Out Ash Drawer simplifies cleanup
— Cast Iron Top Vent enables precise temperature control with adjustable airflow

Watch-outs

— Limited cooking space of 450 square inches may not suit large gatherings
— Heavy weight at 358.9 lbs makes mobility difficult despite locking wheels

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Ranked #5 in Best Kamado Grills

Kamado Joe® Classic Joe™ I Premium 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker in

4.2

$799.99as of Jul 8

The Kamado Joe Classic Joe I 18-inch grill offers a premium ceramic cooking experience with innovative features like the 2-Tier Divide & Conquer system and Slide-Out Ash Drawer. Reviewers praised its solid build quality, temperature control, and versatility for grilling, smoking, searing, and roasting. The unit's thick ceramic walls and stainless steel grates ensure durability, though its weight and fragile ceramic construction may be drawbacks for some users. This grill is ideal for serious outdoor cooks seeking a high-performance, long-lasting kamado but may not suit those needing portability or very large cooking capacity.

Strengths

— 2-Tier Divide & Conquer® Cooking System allows cooking different foods at various temperatures simultaneously
— Patented Slide-Out Ash Drawer simplifies cleanup
— Cast Iron Top Vent enables precise temperature control

Watch-outs

— Grill is heavy at 227.7 lbs with included cart
— Ceramic construction can be fragile and requires careful handling

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How they stack up

Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart,

The Big Joe Series I offers the largest cooking surface of all models, surpassing the Konnected Joe and Classic Joe in capacity. Unlike the Brand-Man Rodeo, it features the 2-tier Divide & Conquer system and Slide-Out Ash Drawer. While it's more robust than the Outvita and London Sunshine, it's significantly heavier and less portable than the other 13-inch models.

Kamado Joe® Classic Joe™ I Premium 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker in

The Kamado Joe Classic Joe I stands out with its 2-Tier Divide & Conquer system and Slide-Out Ash Drawer, features not found in the Big Green Egg MiniMax or London Sunshine models. While it shares ceramic construction with the London Sunshine and Outvita, its heavier weight and more robust build make it less portable than the latter. Unlike the Konnected Joe, it lacks digital controls but offers more traditional kamado functionality.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Kamado Joe Big Joe Series I 24-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart,	Kamado Joe® Classic Joe™ I Premium 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker in
Dimensions	58.3 in	46.2 in
Weight	359 lb	228 lb
Cooking Surface Area	450 in²	250 square inches
Temperature Range	225 - to 750°F	225 - 750°F
Material	ceramic	ceramic
Cooking Methods	Smoked, Grilled, Seared, Roasted, Baked	Smoked, Grilled, Seared, Roasted, Baked
Fuel Type	Charcoal	charcoal

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