The domed lid of the Q 1200 keeps the wind at bay — even high winds do not affect the flame, even on the lowest setting. Even though it is not necessarily insulated, the heavier-weight cast aluminum lid seems to be well-suited to retaining critical heat when outside temperatures drop. While Piezo igniters can also be finicky in cold weather, the electronic ignition system is entirely dependable . The essential parts – the grill box, lid, and grill grates – are composed of cast aluminum. Nylon reinforced with glass – in a fiberglass kind of way, I assume – is heat resistant and durable. The weber charcoal grill 1200 is one of three grills in the Q 1000 series.
With its removable and disposable catch pan, you can make clean-up easier by collecting the grease from the grease pan. If all this was not enough, Q1400 even features aluminum liners to retain heat much better than other grills. Even as a seasoned BBQ cook, I am still excited by the electronic ignition on this gas grill. If you have ever tried to manually start a fire, even on an electric grill, then you know what a hassle it can be. The 2200 is one of the most popular gas grills in the Weber product line.
I find this to be the ideal size for two people who grill regularly, or in some cases, a family with young children. If you only use your grill for meat and not for any sides such as potatoes or veggies, it will up to six people. Like a kid on Christmas, I couldn’t help but try out the weber charcoal grill 2200 the day I got it.
This grill is the only weber genesis 2 that can be bought as a natural gas grill model instead of a propane gas grill only. It can also be hooked up to a 20-pound propane tank. A cart is also available, converting the Weber Qfrom a portable grill to your permanent backyard or balcony grill.
I’ve also noted this issue up in the Quality section of this review. I agree it’s an obvious design flaw they should have caught and should fix. If you can believe it, I gathered over 3100 reviews and found that over 94% of Weber Q 1200 reviews were positive. Only 4% were negative, and the other 3% were lukewarm. Also, keep in mind that if you have issues lighting the grill, read the manual to learn how to troubleshoot the igniter, regulator, and burner.