Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill
- Charcoal Grill
- 443 sq in
- Charcoal
- Alloy Steel
- Better rated than 64%
- More reviewed than 68%
A well equipped charcoal kettle with genuinely useful extras, worth the step up from the base model if the built in thermometer and modular grate matter to you.
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How it ranks among the 22 charcoal grills we track
4.6★ across 4,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill, 22 inch, model 14501001, is a step up from Weber's basic kettle, adding a hinged Gourmet BBQ System grate, a Tuck-Away lid holder, a built in lid thermometer and a removable ash catcher.
The hinged grate accepts optional Gourmet BBQ System inserts like a wok or griddle, and two charcoal trays let you bank coals for indirect cooking or smoking rather than spreading them flat. A couple of reviewers received units with shipping damage to the lid or lower bowl, which is worth checking for on arrival before assuming the grill itself is at fault.
- Gourmet BBQ System hinged grate accepts optional wok and griddle inserts
- Built in lid thermometer for checking temperature without opening the lid
- Tuck-Away lid holder built into the side of the grill
- Two removable charcoal trays for indirect heat and smoking setups
Who it's for
Fits someone who already knows they want a Weber kettle and is willing to pay more for the built in thermometer, lid storage and modular grate. Less suited to a first time charcoal grill buyer who is not ready to spend above the base Original Kettle price.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who upgraded from a basic kettle point to the built in thermometer and hinged grate as real improvements, and several use the two charcoal trays for indirect cooking and smoking as well as straightforward grilling. Two reviewers received grills with shipping damage to the lid or lower bowl, and one felt the included assembly tool wasn't quite enough to tighten everything securely.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Built in lid thermometer removes the guesswork on internal temperature
- Two charcoal trays give more control over indirect heat and smoking
- Hinged grate simplifies adding charcoal or wood chips mid cook
- Tuck-Away lid holder keeps the hot lid off the ground
- Costs more than Weber's basic kettle for the added features
- A couple of reviewers received units with shipping damage to the lid or bowl
- Included assembly tool felt insufficient for tightening everything fully
Performance notes
The two charcoal trays let you bank coals to one side for indirect heat or searing on the other, and the three vents with swiveling dampers regulate airflow and smoke circulation to help hold a set temperature. The built in lid thermometer lets you check internal temperature without lifting the lid and losing heat, which reviewers who upgraded from a basic kettle call a real improvement.
Specifications
| Model | 14501001 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 37.25 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 24 × 24 × 42 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 42 × 24 × 29.5 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | Steel |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Lid |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 443 sq in |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Cooking System | Gourmet BBQ System |
| Grill Configuration | Charcoal Basket |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Item Type Name | 22" Mstr Touch Black Grill |
| Primary Cooking Method | grilling |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Gourmet BBQ System Hinged Cooking Grate; One-Touch Cleaning System; Tuck-Away Lid Holder; Superior Heat Retention; Lid Thermometer; Warming Rack |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in charcoal grills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weber Master-Touch Charcoal GrillThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 4,000 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Royal Gourmet CC1830S BBQ Charcoal Grill and Offset SmokerRoyal Gourmet | 4.3 / 5 | 7,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill | 4.8 / 5 | 10,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Char-Griller® AKORN® Jr. Portable Kamado Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cast Iron Grates…Char-Griller | 4.6 / 5 | 3,800 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Captiva Designs Extra Large Charcoal BBQ Grill with Oversize Cooking AreaCaptiva Designs | 4.4 / 5 | 632 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the 14501001
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What makes the Master-Touch different from Weber's Original Kettle?
It adds a hinged Gourmet BBQ System grate for add on inserts, a built in lid thermometer, a Tuck-Away lid holder and two charcoal trays that the base kettle does not have.
Can the Weber Master-Touch also work as a smoker?
Yes, reviewers use the two charcoal trays to bank coals to one side for indirect cooking and smoking as well as direct grilling.
Does the Master-Touch 14501001 arrive assembled?
No, it ships unassembled, and a couple of reviewers recommend inspecting the box closely on arrival since some units have arrived with shipping damage to the lid or bowl.