Weber aims to deliver smart grilling performance at a lower price with the Smoque

Introduced the all-new Weber Sirwood Smart Grill In early 2024, a new design will be introduced in follow-up Smoke Fire series Which debuted in 2020. In an effort to deliver quality performance at a lower price, the company announced the Smoque (pronounced “smoke”) grill. With a versatile temperature range of 180 to 500 degrees F, this new model is still a do-it-all pellet grill, and a new ventilation system distributes smoke and heat around the cooking chamber efficiently.

The Smoque has a very similar overall design to the Searwood, but the most noticeable difference in the new model is the simplified controller. You still get support for two wire food probes, but this grill is controlled by a single knob. Despite the small size of the screen, the LCD panel can still be easily read from a distance, providing real-time updates on grill temperature, food temperature, timers, and more. The controller works with Weber Connect application To send all those stats to your phone. And thanks to Wi-Fi connectivity, you can monitor the cooking process from anywhere.

The biggest change to the Smoque is inside the cooking box. Here, Weber designed a vent system located between the sear pot and the cooking grates. This replaces the company’s proprietary Flavorizer Bars from both SmokeFire and Searwood (and what you’ll find on their gas grills). The new setting circulates air and smoke evenly around your food, according to Weber, while directing grease directly into the easily removable pan. Ash falls to the bottom of the cooking chamber during use and can be placed in the same pot without the need for a vacuum.

Like the Searwood, the Smoque is equipped with Weber’s Rapid React technology that enables the grill to recover quickly after opening the lid. Furthermore, the new model reaches the target temperature within 15 minutes and the Smoke Boost setting can be activated via the switch and push knob. The Smoque is also compatible with the Weber Works and Weber Crafted accessory lines, including the super-easy-to-use grill tray that reduces trips back inside. You can also add foldable front, side and bottom shelves for an additional cost.

The 22-inch Weber Smoque is $699 while the 34-inch XL version is $899. Both will be available from retailers and the company’s website later this year. For reference, the Searwood 600 is $899 and the XL model there is $1,199.

Alongside the Smoque, Weber has also unveiled updates to its range of gas grills as well as its flattop grates. First, the company has upgraded its Spirit gas grill with specialized Sear Zone Boost Burners and an easy-to-read digital thermometer similar to what’s available on Slate grills. And speaking of Slate, there’s now a 28-inch version for $549. You still get three burners and a pre-seasoned stainless steel Weber cooktop. The additional rail accommodates Weber Works accessories and the grill’s burners can reach temperatures of over 500°F in less than 10 minutes.

The new Spirit grills are now available in two-, three- and four-burner options starting at $399. The new menu size will be available in early 2025.