Prices verified Aug 4 · Always confirm at the retailer before buying.
Quick answer
For US shoppers comparing these grills, Weber Original Kettle Premium is listed at $249.00 as a 22-inch charcoal grill and is marked in stock in the captured registry. CharBroil Performance is listed at $498.22 as a four-burner gas grill with a side burner, but the captured registry marks that ASIN out of stock. Weber has the higher rating at 4.8 stars; CharBroil has the larger review pool. The formats differ in fuel, setup, controls, placement, and maintenance, so neither is a universal winner. Verify the live offer, grate dimensions, fuel requirements, local placement rules, delivery, return terms, and warranty before checkout. Cuisinart portable charcoal and George Foreman electric patio formats are separate alternatives, not silent substitutions. No independent cooking, heat, fuel-efficiency, or durability test was performed.
Weber is the lower-priced in-stock charcoal option; CharBroil offers a different gas format but is out of stock in the captured registry. Verify the live offer and fuel fit.
Mubboo Verdict
Winner
Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch
Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch vs CharBroil Performance Series Convective 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner, side by side
Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch
Pros:
- Listed at $249.00
- 22-inch charcoal-kettle wording is named
- 4.8-star registry rating
Cons (honest weight):
- Requires charcoal workflow
- Different format from a 4-burner gas grill
- No independent cooking or heat test
CharBroil Performance Series Convective 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner
Pros:
- Four-burner and side-burner wording is named
- Gas-grill format is named
- 13,429 registry reviews
Cons (honest weight):
- Out of stock in captured registry snapshot
- $498.22 snapshot price may not be actionable
- No independent cooking or heat test
Where each one wins
9 dimensions scored head-to-head. Weber Original takes 3; CharBroil Performance takes 1.
| Dimension | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | CharBroil Performance Series Convective 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snapshot priceWeber is lower. | $249.00 | $498.22 | Weber Original |
| Fuel formatCharcoal versus gas. | Charcoal | Gas | Tie |
| Named cooking format22-inch kettle versus four burners plus side burner. | 22-inch kettle | 4 burners + side burner | Tie |
| RatingWeber is higher. | 4.8 | 4.5 | Weber Original |
| Review countCharBroil has the larger feedback pool. | 12,789 | 13,429 | CharBroil Performance |
| AvailabilityWeber is in stock; CharBroil is not in the snapshot. | In stock | Out of stock | Weber Original |
| Cooking area and heat controlVerify live specifications; not tested. | Verify | Verify | Tie |
| Fuel cost and convenienceDepends on fuel access and use pattern. | Charcoal workflow | Gas workflow | Tie |
| Cooking results and durabilityNot independently tested. | Not tested | Not tested | Tie |
| Overall | 3 wins | 1 win | Weber Original |
Fuel type changes the decision
Weber Original Kettle Premium is listed as a 22-inch charcoal grill at $249.00. CharBroil Performance is listed as a four-burner gas grill with a side burner at $498.22. These are not identical formats: charcoal requires a different setup and fuel routine, while gas emphasizes burner controls and propane use.
Choose the fuel system you can use safely and consistently. Confirm placement, ventilation, local fire rules, fuel storage, and the manufacturer instructions before buying. A higher price does not automatically mean better cooking results for every household.
Current price and availability
The captured registry snapshot places Weber $249.22 below CharBroil. Weber is marked in stock. CharBroil is marked out of stock, so its $498.22 figure should be treated as a captured price rather than a current buy-now offer.
Do not use the CharBroil price to promise a delivered purchase. Check the live seller, delivery date, return terms, warranty, and whether a replacement listing is the same model before checkout. If the listing changes, recheck the comparison rather than silently substituting a different grill.
Capacity and controls
Weber’s title names a 22-inch kettle. CharBroil’s title names four burners and a side burner. Those labels help describe the formats, but they do not establish usable cooking area, temperature stability, preheat time, fuel consumption, or how many portions a grill can cook in a particular session.
Compare the actual grate dimensions, lid clearance, burner layout, side-burner purpose, thermometer, grease handling, and storage footprint on the live listing. Check whether the grill fits the patio or balcony rules that apply to your home.
Charcoal versus gas workflow
Charcoal users should plan for fuel, lighting, ash handling, and cooldown. Gas users should plan for a compatible propane source, hose and regulator checks, ignition instructions, and safe shutdown. These workflow differences may matter more than the snapshot price gap.
Never use a grill in an enclosed area or ignore the safety instructions for the fuel system. The page does not certify placement, fire safety, burner operation, or fuel efficiency for either product.
Alternatives by format
Cuisinart 14-inch is a smaller portable charcoal alternative and George Foreman is an electric indoor/outdoor alternative. They are separate formats, not replacements that preserve the Weber kettle size or CharBroil burner layout. Verify the permitted environment, cooking area, outlet access, and live package details.
Ratings and evidence limits
Weber has a 4.8-star registry rating from 12,789 reviews. CharBroil has 4.5 stars from 13,429. Review counts describe the available feedback pool; they do not prove heat distribution, cooking speed, smoke control, fuel efficiency, or durability.
No independent test was performed for cooking results, heat distribution, preheat time, fuel consumption, smoke output, ignition, or durability. The recommendations remain limited to registry facts, captured titles, and format fit.
What this comparison does not test
This page does not certify food-safety performance, fire safety, fuel efficiency, burner reliability, or a particular recipe result. Follow the exact manufacturer instructions and local rules for the grill and fuel type you use.
Choose Weber when charcoal and the lower in-stock snapshot price fit your routine. Choose CharBroil only if the four-burner gas format fits and a live offer becomes available.
Which should you buy?
| Your situation | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget-first outdoor grilling | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | Lower in-stock snapshot price. |
| You prefer charcoal | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | Charcoal kettle wording. |
| You prefer gas controls | CharBroil Performance Series Convective 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner | Four-burner gas wording. |
| You live in an apartment or balcony setting | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | Verify local rules. |
| You need immediate delivery | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | Check live offer. |
| You need tested heat or fuel results | Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill, 22-Inch | No performance winner claimed. |
Lower in-stock snapshot price.
Charcoal kettle wording.
Four-burner gas wording.
Verify local rules.
Check live offer.
No performance winner claimed.
What if neither is right?
Cuisinart 14-Inch Portable Charcoal Grill
$39.99
A current in-stock alternative; verify cooking area, fuel setup, and portability needs.
George Foreman Indoor/Outdoor Electric Patio Grill
$119.99
A current in-stock alternative; verify outlet access, placement, and the permitted use environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Weber Kettle or CharBroil Performance?
Weber is the lower-priced in-stock charcoal option in the captured snapshot. CharBroil is a different four-burner gas format and is marked out of stock in the captured registry, so choose only if the format and a live offer fit.
Which grill is cheaper?
Weber is listed at $249.00 versus $498.22 for CharBroil, a $249.22 snapshot difference. CharBroil’s registry stock flag is currently false.
Is CharBroil available now?
The captured registry marks this CharBroil ASIN out of stock. Check the live listing, other authorized sellers, delivery date, and whether a replacement model is actually the same grill.
Is charcoal or gas better?
Neither is universally better. Charcoal and gas differ in fuel handling, setup, controls, cleanup, placement, and local rules. Choose the system you can use safely and consistently.
Did Mubboo test cooking or heat distribution?
No. This comparison uses registry and listing evidence and does not include controlled testing of cooking results, heat distribution, preheat time, fuel consumption, smoke, ignition, or durability.
Primary sources: Price, rating, review count, stock, product title, and product image are drawn from captured US registry records for Weber, CharBroil, Cuisinart, and George Foreman. All four records were last refreshed 2026-08-02; CharBroil is marked out of stock in that captured snapshot. Recheck live availability, seller, fuel, dimensions, local placement rules, and package details before buying. Product titles support format and stock wording; they do not establish cooking results, heat distribution, safety, or durability.
Who wrote this and where's the data from?
Author: Mubboo Editorial Team. Independent US-market consumer research using captured registry records and exact listing information. Last verified: 2026-08-04. No controlled cooking, heat, fuel-efficiency, safety, or durability testing is claimed.