Big Green Egg Medium vs Weber Original Kettle 57cm

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
Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

£219

Quick Summary

These represent different market segments. The Weber Original Kettle 57cm (£219) is the budget-friendly option, while the Big Green Egg Medium (£2322) targets those seeking premium features. The £2103 price difference reflects significant differences in build quality and capabilities.

Key Differences

  • The Weber Original Kettle 57cm is £2103 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Big Green Egg Medium uses kamado, while Weber Original Kettle 57cm uses charcoal. This fundamentally affects cooking style, flavour, and convenience.
  • Weber Original Kettle 57cm comes from Weber, a premium brand with established reputation. Big Green Egg Medium may offer better value but with less brand prestige.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Big Green Egg Medium
Weber Original Kettle 57cm
Price
£2,322
£219
Brand
Big Green Egg
Weber
Type
Kamado
Charcoal
Overall Score
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Ratings

Big Green Egg Medium
Weber Original Kettle 57cm
Build Quality
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Performance
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Ease of Use
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Maintenance
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Value
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Best For

Big Green Egg Medium
Weber Original Kettle 57cm
Ideal User
General use
General use
Use Case
BGE fans with smaller cooking needs
Cooks who want to learn proper charcoal technique

Pros & Cons

Big Green Egg Medium

👍 Pros

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

⚠️ Cons

  • Limited cooking capacity

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

👍 Pros

  • Incredibly versatile
  • 70-year proven design
  • Affordable

⚠️ Cons

  • Steeper learning curve
  • Requires charcoal management

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Tie

Both are equally suitable for beginners.

Best Performance

Tie

Performance is comparable between both options.

Best Value

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber Original Kettle 57cm 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

It's a close call

Both the Big Green Egg Medium and Weber Original Kettle 57cm are strong choices - the right one depends on your specific needs.

Choose the Big Green Egg Medium if: You prioritise best premium option.

Choose the Weber Original Kettle 57cm if: You want to save money.

Both will serve you well - trust your gut on which aligns better with your cooking style and budget.

Big Green Egg Medium

£2,322

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

£219

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