Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill 22 Inch
- Cooking Surface Area: 443 sq in
- Primary Cooking Method: Grilling
- Cooking System: Gourmet BBQ System
- Installation Type: Built-In
Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
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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ASIN: B00N6XA198Category: Charcoal Grills
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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.
- 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.
Pros and cons
- 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
- 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.
Where it stands among charcoal grills
- #6 most-searched brand and model of the 25 charcoal grills lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 45 charcoal grills we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Weber |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 37.25 poundshigher than 54% of 27 charcoal grills |
| 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 |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | 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 inhigher than 60% of 26 charcoal grills |
| Primary Cooking Method | Grilling |
| Cooking System | Gourmet BBQ System |
| Grill Configuration | Charcoal Basket |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Item Type Name | 22" Mstr Touch Black Grill |
Closest rivals on specs
Royal Gourmet CC1624 Barrel Charcoal Grill- Item Weight 37.25 vs 30.9 pounds (+21%)
DNKMOR A-81 Charcoal Grill with Offset Smoker- Cooking Surface Area 443 vs 535 sq in (-17%)
Royal Gourmet CC1830V 30 Inch Barrel Charcoal Grill- Cooking Surface Area 443 vs 627 sq in (-29%)
Frequently asked questions
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.