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Weber

Performer 22-Inch Charcoal Grill

A 22-inch charcoal kettle grill on a cart with a prep table, side rail, and porcelain-enameled finish.

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$449.00 · In stock

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Specifications

Based on published manufacturer specifications.

Grill type
Kettle
Diameter
22 in
Body material
Steel
Built-in thermometer
Yes

Pros & Limitations

Pros

  • Cart design with a prep table adds workspace a standalone kettle doesn't have
  • Weber Works rail system adds accessory-mounting flexibility
  • Porcelain-enameled finish for durability
  • Retains the same well-regarded kettle cooking design as Weber's Original Kettle

Limitations

  • Significantly more expensive than the basic Original Kettle for the added cart/table
  • Larger footprint due to the cart, requiring more patio space
  • Same lid-seal and handle-heat quirks reported across Weber's kettle line generally

What Owners Say

Summarized from customer reviews and independent owner write-ups — see sources below.

Common praise

  • Independent reviews praise the added prep table and Weber Works rail system as genuine workspace/accessory upgrades over a standalone kettle, while retaining Weber's well-regarded core grilling design.

Common complaints

  • Independent reviews report the same lid-seal and handle-heat quirks documented across Weber's kettle line, plus the added cost and footprint of the cart for buyers who don't need the extra prep space.

Overall owner sentiment

Builds on Weber's well-regarded kettle design with an integrated cart and prep table — sentiment on the core grilling experience mirrors the Original Kettle's generally positive reputation, with the cart/table as the main added value over the base model.

Best For

Likely to suit cooks who want Weber's proven kettle grilling experience plus integrated prep space, and have the patio room for the larger cart-based footprint.

Watch-Outs

  • –Confirm you have space for the cart's larger footprint compared to a standalone kettle grill

Facts last verified 9/27/2026.

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