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Weber is the most recognised BBQ brand in the UK and the 57cm kettle design it pioneered remains the benchmark for garden charcoal grilling. Weber kettles are built to a higher standard than most mass-market alternatives — porcelain enamel bowls and lids, the One-Touch cleaning system, and decades of design refinement that competitors still imitate. That quality comes at a price: the entry Weber Original starts at £169.99 and the Master-Touch reaches £379.99. For buyers who want the Weber kettle format without the premium, this guide also covers the best alternative kettle BBQs at lower price points — including strong options from Hi-Gear, CosmoGrill, and VonHaus. The Weber replacement grill grate is also included for existing Weber 57cm owners. All products are available on Amazon UK.
Buying guide
What to look for in Weber BBQs
1Weber's porcelain enamel coating is genuinely superior to chrome-plated alternatives — it holds heat better, resists rust longer, and survives UK winters without flaking.
2The One-Touch cleaning system on Weber kettles makes ash disposal significantly faster than designs with no sweep mechanism — a meaningful quality-of-life difference after every cook.
3The 57cm diameter is the standard for Weber and most competitors — it comfortably feeds 4–6 people and fits a full rack of ribs or a whole chicken under the lid.
4Weber's lid thermometer is absent on the Original but present on the Premium and Master-Touch — worth paying for if you plan to use indirect cooking or smoke with the lid down.
5Genuine Weber replacement parts (grates, ash catchers, charcoal grates) are widely available on Amazon UK — a long-term advantage over lesser-known brands where spares are unavailable.
Our process
How we choose our picks
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise the strongest independent evidence — current Amazon UK listings, verified-buyer feedback, published specs and UK pricing — into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We only shortlist products actively listed and in stock on Amazon UK, checked against live catalogue data — not last year’s models.
Publicly visible buyer feedback
We look at how each product is received by UK shoppers — its overall rating standing and the praise or complaints that recur in public reviews — rather than relying on a single reviewer’s opinion.
Published specs & value
We compare manufacturer specifications, typical UK price bands, warranty and running costs so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage, plug/fitting standards, CE/UKCA marking and Consumer Rights Act cover — details that generic global lists miss.
Adjustable top and bottom air vents, removable ash catcher, stable tripod stand, two wheels
Consistent heat distribution, corrosion-resistant
Diameter
57cm
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57cm
57cm
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Weight
approx. 28kg
approx. 46kg
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9.5kg (lightest in guide)
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Colour
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Blue porcelain enamelled steel bowl
Black
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Black
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Material
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Steel
Chrome-plated steel
The rankings
The best Weber BBQs, ranked
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Weber
Top Pick
Weber Original Kettle E-5710 Charcoal Barbecue
The Weber Original E-5710 is the definitive 57cm kettle BBQ and the correct recommendation for anyone buying once and keeping it for years. The porcelain enamel, One-Touch cleaning, and integrated fittings are quality details that add up over a season of regular use. At £169.99 it is not cheap, but it consistently outlasts cheaper alternatives by several seasons.
Diameter
57cm
Coating
Porcelain-enamelled lid and bowl
Features
One-Touch cleaning system, deep ash catcher, integrated tool hooks, angled lid hook, adjustable damper, wheels
Weight
approx. 28kg
What we like
+Industry-standard build quality — porcelain enamel retains heat and resists rust for many years
+One-Touch cleaning system sweeps ash into the deep catcher without tools
+Integrated tool hooks and angled lid hook are small details that make grilling noticeably smoother
Worth noting
–No built-in lid thermometer — you need a separate probe for indirect cooking
–£169.99 is a significant premium over alternative 57cm kettles
The Weber Master-Touch at £379.99 is a premium product for buyers who want the best Weber has to offer. The blue enamel finish, aluminium vents, and heat-protected handle are genuine upgrades over the Original. Only worth the significant price premium if aesthetics and premium materials matter — the Original delivers the same cooking performance for £210 less.
Diameter
57cm
Colour
Blue porcelain enamelled steel bowl
Features
Safety handle with heat protection, rust-free aluminium ventilation panel, porcelain enamelled lid and bowl, wheels
Weight
approx. 46kg
What we like
+Blue porcelain enamel is a distinctive, premium-looking finish unavailable on the Original
Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Barbecue 57cm
The Weber Original Premium at £337.10 is the hardest to recommend in this guide — it costs nearly twice the Original E-5710 but the specification gap does not justify the price difference. Most buyers should choose the Original at £169.99 or step up to the Master-Touch if the premium finish is the goal.
Diameter
57cm
Dimensions
58 x 71 x 107cm (D x W x H)
Features
Closed ash box, wheels
Colour
Black
What we like
+Closed ash box contains ash more securely than open catchers
+Compact dimensions despite 57cm cooking surface
+Genuine Weber build quality at a mid-tier price point
Worth noting
–At £337.10 it sits awkwardly between the Original (£169.99) and Master-Touch (£379.99)
–Product listing features are sparse — specification less detailed than the Original
The Hi-Gear at £69.99 is the best value Weber-format kettle BBQ in this guide. At 9.5kg it is substantially lighter than any Weber model and the porcelain enamel lid, slide-out ash pan, and cool-touch handles punch above its price. The right choice for buyers who want Weber kettle cooking format without the Weber price.
The CosmoGrill Noir at £63.95 is the most affordable 57cm kettle in this guide and a solid starter BBQ from a well-established UK brand. The dual air vent system and removable ash catcher cover the basics. Step up to the Hi-Gear at £69.99 for porcelain enamel if budget allows — the finish difference is worth £6 for UK outdoor storage.
Diameter
57cm
Features
Adjustable top and bottom air vents, removable ash catcher, stable tripod stand, two wheels
Material
Steel
Colour
Black
What we like
+Adjustable top and bottom air vents for precise heat control
+Removable ash catcher for fast post-cook cleanup
+Trusted CosmoGrill brand with strong UK Amazon review history
Worth noting
–No porcelain enamel coating — plain steel is less rust-resistant
–No warming rack or tool hooks
£64.95£69.99−7%Amazon.co.uk price as of 15 Aug, 22:42 (London time). Details
The Weber replacement grill grate at £35.34 is included for the significant number of UK households that already own a Weber 57cm kettle and need to replace a worn or warped grate. At under £36 it is far cheaper than buying a new BBQ and restores cooking performance immediately. Not relevant if you do not already own a Weber 57cm model.
Compatibility
All Weber 57cm charcoal grills — Original Kettle, Master-Touch, Compact Kettle, Bar-B-Kettle, Performer
Material
Chrome-plated steel
Features
Consistent heat distribution, corrosion-resistant
What we like
+Genuine Weber OEM replacement — guaranteed fit across all 57cm Weber models
+Chrome-plated steel is heat and corrosion-resistant
+Restores an ageing Weber to near-new cooking performance for under £36
Worth noting
–Accessory, not a standalone BBQ — only relevant for existing Weber 57cm owners
–Chrome grate rather than cast iron — Weber's cast iron grate is a separate upgrade product
Product prices and availability are accurate as of 15 Aug, 22:42 (London time) and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Editor's Note
Weber BBQs hold their resale value better than virtually any other garden BBQ brand in the UK — a cared-for Weber Original in good condition sells for 60–80% of its original price on Facebook Marketplace after several seasons of use. This is a meaningful consideration when comparing £169.99 for a Weber against £69.99 for a Hi-Gear: the total cost of ownership over five years often favours Weber. Weber's UK customer service and spare parts availability (grates, ash catchers, charcoal grates, wheels) are also significantly better than budget brands, where replacement parts are often unavailable after 12 months. Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, any manufacturing defect within the first 6 months is the seller's responsibility — Weber's standard 2-year warranty goes further than the legal minimum.
Our Take
The Weber Original Kettle E-5710 is the right choice for anyone who wants a BBQ that lasts a decade — the porcelain enamel bowl, One-Touch cleaning system, and genuine Weber build quality justify every penny of the premium over budget kettle imitations.
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