Weber Original Kettle 57cm vs MEATER Plus

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

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

£219

VS
MEATER Plus

MEATER

MEATER Plus

£108

Quick Summary

The MEATER Plus edges ahead overall, but the Weber Original Kettle 57cm may still be the right choice depending on your priorities. Consider what matters most to you - value, features, or brand reputation.

Key Differences

  • The MEATER Plus is £111 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Weber Original Kettle 57cm uses charcoal, while MEATER Plus uses thermometer. This fundamentally affects cooking style, flavour, and convenience.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Weber Original Kettle 57cm
MEATER Plus
Price
£219
£108
Brand
Weber
MEATER
Type
Charcoal
Thermometer
Overall Score
N/A
N/A

Ratings

Weber Original Kettle 57cm
MEATER Plus
Build Quality
N/A
4/10
Performance
N/A
N/A
Ease of Use
N/A
5/10
Maintenance
N/A
N/A
Value
N/A
4/10

Best For

Weber Original Kettle 57cm
MEATER Plus
Ideal User
General use
enthusiast
Use Case
Cooks who want to learn proper charcoal technique
Smokers who want to monitor without opening the lid

Pros & Cons

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

👍 Pros

  • Incredibly versatile
  • 70-year proven design
  • Affordable

⚠️ Cons

  • Steeper learning curve
  • Requires charcoal management

MEATER Plus

👍 Pros

  • Truly wireless
  • Excellent app
  • Cook time estimates
  • Guided cooking

⚠️ Cons

  • Limited range in kamados
  • Battery concerns
  • Single probe

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Tie

Both are equally suitable for beginners.

Best Performance

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber Original Kettle 57cm delivers superior cooking results and build quality.

Best Value

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber Original Kettle 57cm offers better bang for your buck.

Best Premium Option

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

Weber Original Kettle 57cm represents the higher-end choice with premium features.

Our Recommendation

Our recommendation: Weber Original Kettle 57cm

The Weber Original Kettle 57cm wins in 3 out of 4 categories and earns our overall recommendation. There's a reason this design hasn't changed in 70 years. It's near-perfect. The kettle teaches you to cook with fire, rewards skill, and handles everything from searing steaks to smoking brisket.

Choose the Weber Original Kettle 57cm if: You prioritise best performance, best value, best premium option.

Choose the MEATER Plus if: Budget is your primary concern.

Weber Original Kettle 57cm

£219

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