Weber introduced everything new Searwood smart pellet grill in early 2024, offering a new design to follow-up on the SmokeFire series which debuted in 2020. In a bid to offer quality performance at a low price, the company announced its Smoque grill (pronounced “smoke”). With a versatile temperature range of 180 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, this new model is still a do-it-all pellet grill, and a new vent system circulates smoke and heat around the cooking area. efficient.

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 wired food probes, but this grill is controlled by a single knob. Despite the small display, the LCD panel is still easy to read from a distance, providing real-time updates on grill temperature, food temperature, timers and more. The controller works with the Weber Connect app to send all statistics to your phone. And thanks to the Wi-Fi connection, you can monitor the cooking process from anywhere.

The biggest change to Smoque is inside the cook box. Here, Weber designed a vent system that sits between the burning pot and the cooking grates. It replaces the company’s trademark Flavorizer bars from SmokeFire and Searwood (and what you’ll find on its gas grills). The new setup circulates air and smoke evenly around your food, according to Weber, while also directing grease directly to the easily removable pan. The ash falls to the bottom of the cooking chamber during use and it can be swept into the same container without the need for a vacuum.

Like the Searwood, the Smoque is equipped with Weber’s Rapid React tech that enables the grill to recover immediately after you open the lid. In addition, the new model hits the target temperature in 15 minutes and a Smoke Boost setting can be activated via the turn-and-press knob. The Smoque is also compatible with the Weber Works and Weber Crafted lines of accessories, including a super handy grill caddy that minimizes trips back inside. You can also add front-folding, 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 is $1,199.

Along with Smoque, Weber also unveiled updates to its gas grill lineup as well as flat-top griddles. First, the company has upgraded the Spirit gas grill with Boost Burners in a special Sear Zone and an easy-to-read digital thermometer similar to what is available on. the Slate griddles. And speaking of the Slate, there’s now a 28-inch version for $549. You still get three burners and Weber’s pre-seasoned, rust-resistant cooking surface. A snap-on rail accommodates Weber Works accessories and the griddle’s burners can hit temperatures in excess of 500 degrees Fahrenheit in 10 minutes.

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