Big Green Egg Medium vs ThermoPro TP20

Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right one

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg

Big Green Egg Medium

£2,322

VS
ThermoPro TP20

ThermoPro

ThermoPro TP20

£38

Quick Summary

These represent different market segments. The ThermoPro TP20 (£38) is the budget-friendly option, while the Big Green Egg Medium (£2322) targets those seeking premium features. The £2284 price difference reflects significant differences in build quality and capabilities.

Key Differences

  • The ThermoPro TP20 is £2284 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Big Green Egg Medium uses kamado, while ThermoPro TP20 uses thermometer. This fundamentally affects cooking style, flavour, and convenience.
  • The Big Green Egg Medium has notably better build quality, which typically translates to longer lifespan and better performance.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Big Green Egg Medium
ThermoPro TP20
Price
£2,322
£38
Brand
Big Green Egg
ThermoPro
Type
Kamado
Thermometer
Overall Score
N/A
N/A

Ratings

Big Green Egg Medium
ThermoPro TP20
Build Quality
N/A
3/10
Performance
N/A
N/A
Ease of Use
N/A
4/10
Maintenance
N/A
N/A
Value
N/A
5/10

Best For

Big Green Egg Medium
ThermoPro TP20
Ideal User
General use
beginner
Use Case
BGE fans with smaller cooking needs
Home cooks wanting wireless monitoring on a budget

Pros & Cons

Big Green Egg Medium

👍 Pros

  • More manageable size
  • Same BGE quality
  • Lower price point

⚠️ Cons

  • Limited cooking capacity

ThermoPro TP20

👍 Pros

  • Great value
  • Dual probes
  • 90m range
  • Simple

⚠️ Cons

  • Plastic build
  • Basic features
  • No app

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg Medium is easier to use and more forgiving for new users.

Best Performance

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg Medium delivers superior cooking results and build quality.

Best Value

ThermoPro TP20

ThermoPro TP20 provides superior value at its price point.

Best Premium Option

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg Medium represents the higher-end choice with premium features.

Our Recommendation

Our recommendation: Big Green Egg Medium

The Big Green Egg Medium wins in 3 out of 4 categories and earns our overall recommendation. The Medium is the BGE for couples or small families. Same quality, more practical size. Still expensive for what you get versus Kamado Joe, but the brand loyalty is real.

Choose the Big Green Egg Medium if: You prioritise best for beginners, best performance, best premium option.

Choose the ThermoPro TP20 if: Budget is your primary concern, or you value best value.

Big Green Egg Medium

£2,322

ThermoPro TP20

£38

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