Weber Q
Making its way into the market in 2003, with the Baby Q following in 2004 and the Family Q a few years later in 2006, the Weber Q is the most convenient and versatile of all grills. The dome shape is synonymous with backyard gas grilling and is a staple in the Weber lineup.
With its high dome lid, folding side shelves and characteristic Q shaped burners, the Weber Q comes in three sizes and is perfect for the modern family, whether it's a small home or a family of 8 or more.
The comparison table below showcases the main differences between the Baby Q, Q2000, and the Weber Family Q. All are made to cater varying household sizes, and each possesses unique features ensuring you get the most out of the Weber Q series.
Baby Q | Q2000 | Family Q | |
|---|---|---|---|
Suitable for | 2-4 people | 4-6 people | 6+ people |
Grill type | 2 cast iron porcelain enamel grills | 2 cast iron porcelain enamel grills | 2 cast iron porcelain enamel grills |
Body type | Cast aluminium | Cast aluminium | Cast aluminium |
Gas type | LPG only | LPG / Natural gas | LPG / Natural gas |
Standalone natural gas model | No | ||
Natural gas convertible | No | Yes | Yes |
Colour | Titanium / Black | Titanium / Black | Titanium / Black |
Cart type | Yes - portable cart | Yes - portable cart / patio cart | N/A - unit comes attached to patio cart |
Lid thermometer | No | No | No |
Warranty | 5 year warranty | 5 year warranty | 5 year warranty |
Weight | 10.75kgs | 16kgs | 34kgs |
Portable | Yes | Yes | No |
Removable drip pan | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Cooking area | 1200 cm2 | 1800cm2 | 2400cm2 |
Roasting hood height | 13cm | 14cm | 18cm |
Tip: If you are concerned about cooking capacity, consider purchasing the next model up in size. The benefit of the Weber Q's is that you don’t need to cook using the entire hotplate/grill. Use half the grill when preparing for smaller crowds, and then utilize the whole bbq when cooking for a large group.
Important questions to ask yourself when looking at purchasing a new Weber Q include:
- How many people will I be regularly cooking for?
- Will I be transporting the BBQ from my house to the beach, camping grounds, the park etc.?
- Where will my BBQ be housed? (on a cart, on top of a bench or cupboard)
- Do I have a fixed natural gas supply?
Get the most from your Weber Q
Overcoming some of the finer details of the Weber Q will improve your cooking experience and keep you grilling all year round.
- How do I stop food sticking to the grill?
Always preheat your grill (about 10-15 minutes), this will allow the grills ample time to heat up and be ready for your food! Clean the grill before cooking. Always add any oil to the food, not the grill to help prevent food sticking.
- I keep getting flare-ups - how do I fix this?
Make sure you clean the grill every time after use, keep the drip pan empty and clean. Check the cook box is clean and no food is stuck on the burners.
- Should I cover my grill?
You should always keep your grill covered when not in use. For those on the coast or in very humid climates, we suggest covering your grill in inclement weather and wipe down with a wet towel and dry completely at least once a week.
- What’s the best way to cook on a Weber barbecue?
One simple rule, keep a lid on it. Always cook with the lid down as this will allow you to control the temperature more effectively, avoid flare-ups and keep food moist.
- How do I care for my cast iron cooking grates? They have rust on them.
First-time use: Before using a cast iron grate, wash it thoroughly with a mild washing up liquid to remove the protective wax coating applied for shipping. Rinse with hot water and dry completely with a soft cloth or paper towel.
NEVER ALLOW TO RINSE DRY, OR WASH IN A DISHWASHER.
Preheat barbecue for 15 minutes; place grates in barbecue. Turn burners to Medium-Off-Medium with the lid closed. Allow barbecue to heat grates for 1 to 1.5 hours. Turn all burners to OFF, and leave cooking grates in barbecue until they are cool.
Weber Q accessories
More than a BBQ, the Weber Q series of grill has transformed the way Aussies cook and enjoy the great outdoors. Gone are the days of just chops and charred sausages on the BBQ, the range of accessories to maximize not only your repertoire of recipes but enhance the experience for you and your family in unmatched on the Weber Q.
Weber is the industry leader in changing the Australian BBQ landscape and is about creating experiences more than just a quick meal. We have highlighted some of our favourite items below that will allow you to become king of the grill and keep you cooking outside all year round.
- Weber Rib Rack - a reversible rack that can hold up to 6 racks of ribs or can suspend a roast above the cooking surface in your Weber Q
- Poultry infusion roaster - with its unique design the infusion roaster allows the chicken to be placed atop the centerpiece, while the pan around can be filled with your favourite wine, beer or fruit juice to impart a fantastic flavour to your roast chicken
- Smoker box - add a subtle smokey flavour to your favourite meal with the smoker box by adding soaked wood chips and placing on top of the grills away from the food
- Large casserole dish - a large casserole dish for your Weber Q. with removable handles can also be used as a frying pan and due to it's heavy construction can be used inside as well as making amazing BBQ brownies
- Firespice cedar planks - produce incredible cedar infused salmon on your BBQ with this easy to use accessory. Also great for those post cook photos
- Stainless steel grill basket - perfect for cooking delicate items like vegetables and stir-fry and can also be used for fish as well as amazing BBQ potato chips
- Pizza stone and tray - create restaurant quality pizza in your Weber Q with the pizza stone and tray. A large ceramic stone creates a wonderful crust on the bottom, giving you top quality pizza every time
Weber Family Q Starter Pack 1500310
Yet to be reviewed
Weber Baby Q and Q Portable Cart 3400176 **BBQ Not Included**
Yet to be reviewed
Weber Q Premium BBQ Cover 3400143
Yet to be reviewed
Weber charcoal series
The undisputed icon of all Webers is undoubtedly the Weber Kettle, which has shaped the American BBQ landscape and kicked off the BBQ revolution in backyards around the world since its inception in the 50’s.
Bringing live-fire cooking to the masses and allowing even the most inexperienced cooks the chance to BBQ like a true grill king, the Weber kettle design hasn’t changed much since it first rolled off the production line (for the mainstream consumer) in 1959.
Weber Kettle / Performer series
This is the Weber kettle that everyone knows; it’s the most popular model sold in Australia. Nearly every backyard has had one of these over the years and some of the greatest pitmasters in the country learned the art of live fire cooking on a Weber Kettle.
- Solid construction - the legs are welded to the cooking chamber before being coated in porcelain enamel ensuring a strong and sturdy BBQ. Note: The Performer series is mounted on a cart and does not have the same welded leg construction
- One-touch cleaning system - with a simple turn of the handle at the base of the unit, the ash is swept into the collection bucket for easy and clean disposal
- More control - fitted with 2 air vents, top, and bottom meaning that you as the cook have much more control over the flow of oxygen into the cooking chamber allowing for a more even and consistent cook every time
- Precision thermometer - take your low n' slow and roast game to the next level with the hood-mounted precision thermometer allowing you to keep a careful eye on what's going on inside with the lid down
Jumbo Joe / Smokey Joe / Go Anywhere
The ultimate companion for that weekend away or for those with limited space in their backyard, the Weber portable range of charcoal grills has you covered. Featuring all the industry leading benefits of their bigger companions, these grills are second to none in quality and value for money.
- Portable - made from lightweight porcelain enamel, the portable range of charcoal grills are the perfect companion for that weekend away or with friends and family by the river
- More control - fitted with 2 air vents, top, and bottom meaning that you as the cook have much more control over the flow of oxygen into the cooking chamber allowing for a more even and consistent cook every time. Note - the Weber Go-Anywhere is a Hibachi grill and has air vents in the lid only
- No rust vents - the aluminum construction of the air vents means that you can rest assured knowing that your Weber portable charcoal grill is the ultimate accessory for the great outdoors
- Peace of mind - with Weber's limited 10-year warranty, you know that the portable range of grills will stand the test of time providing you with amazing live fire cooked meals every time
Weber Ranch
For the serious griller, the caterer, the entertainer and absolutely everyone in between, the Weber Ranch is the King of live fire cooking and for good reason. Large and in charge, the Ranch stoops the competition and brings the best in charcoal grilling to your backyard.
- Size - undeniably the largest charcoal kettle in the world, the Ranch has the capacity to cook 22 whole chickens at a time. A massive 6900cm2 of cooking capacity means whether you are cooking for 5 or 50 the Ranch will keep up
- Cleaning is a breeze - with a high capacity ash catcher under the main chamber, clean up is so simple by just removing and emptying the remaining ash out
- Tuck away lid holder - the lid is massive, so the team at Weber have come up with the tuck-away lid holder. Simply hook the lid onto the back of the unit and it not only keeps the lid off the ground and out of the way, it will also act as an amazing windshield to keep you grilling in all sorts of conditions
- Hinged cooking grills - for a unit this massive, you will need to replace the coals over time and with the hinged cooking grills, getting access to the hot coals below for wood chunks or more charcoal is of no concern
Weber smoker series
The Weber Smokey Mountain is one versatile smoker and an important tool to have in your backyard BBQ arsenal. Often referred to as a bullet smoker (due to its unique bullet shape), the Smokey Mountain uses charcoal and a well-placed water bowl to smoke your food while retaining all the natural moisture of the meat.
A darling of the competition BBQ circuit, the Smokey Mountain will have your friends and family hiring you out for all of their catering events.
- Right size for everyone - available in 3 different sizes (37 cm, 47cm and 57cm) there is a Weber Smokey Mountain for everyone from the backyard novice to the seasoned pitmaster
- Front loading water pan - halfway through a cook if you find you need to top up the water pan, you don't need to pull apart the unit to get access. Simply open the front access door and fill the pan with water or your favourite juice or wine
- Precision thermometer - take your low n' slow game to the next level with the barrel-mounted precision thermometer, allowing you to keep a careful eye on what's going on inside with the lid down
- More space, no worries - with the twin grill heights inside the chamber you can run foods closer to the coals for that hotter cook and food above for that genuine and unique low n' slow flavour
Weber wood guide
The key to absolutely amazing BBQ is pairing your food with good wine and good wood. Weber have released a range of wood chips and wood chunks that compliments the flavours of your BBQ and enhances your overall grilling game.
While there are plenty of other woods available on the market, the woods available in the Firespice series are tried and tested by pitmasters around the world.
Wood type | Flavour profile | Characteristics | Pair with |
|---|---|---|---|
Apple | Mild | Slightly sweet but also dense, fruity smokey flavour | Beef, poultry, game birds, pork (particularly ham) |
Cherry | Mild | Slightly sweet, fruity smokey flavour | Poultry, game birds, pork |
Hickory | Moderate | Pungent, smokey, bacon-like flavour | Pork, poultry, beef, wild game, cheese |
Maple | Moderate | Mildly smokey, somewhat sweet flavour | Poultry, vegetables, ham |
Oak | Moderate | An assertive but pleasing flavour, sometimes a little acidic; blends well with sweeter woods | Beef (particularly brisket), poultry, pork |
- Soak - always soak your wood chips to slow down the onset of combustion. You want to aim for "thin blue smoke" which will impart the best flavours to your food. Rolling white smoke may look incredible, it can be quite pungent if too much
- Smoker box - if using a gas grill, it is quite difficult to put wood chips straight onto the burners (and should be avoided!). However, with a smoker box, the chips can sit inside and smoke away without the fear of a total thermal event
- Chips vs. chunks - generally a good rule of thumb, the bigger the bbq or heat source the bigger the piece of wood, as a rough guide. For a Weber Q a smoker box full of pre-soaked chips is more than enough and with a Weber Kettle a couple of nice wood chunks will give you that amazing low n' slow flavour
The Weber name goes hand in hand with barbecue and outdoor grilling and is easily the most famous barbecue name on the market. Weber BBQs are identified as more of a lifestyle appliance representing summers in the backyard with close friends and family and bonding over that unmistakable BBQ flavour.
Forming in the early 50’s when the American dream was at a turning point, George Stephen created the first Weber Kettle using sheet metal from the fabrication plant where he worked. With a simple design and the passion to transform the American backyard, George took the kettle on the road, and the rest is history.
Since the humble charcoal kettle, Weber was instrumental in pioneering the first gas grill and allowing Australians to enjoy the great outdoors and a sense of community with food for over 40 years.
Investing in a Weber BBQ means you’re investing in quality and convenience. Every part of a Weber is built to last, so you’ll be enjoying legendary flavours for years to come. They’re sturdy and rust-resistant and specifically designed and tested for Australian conditions.
More than that, Weber believe in the best possible cooking experience. Every Weber BBQ is designed for smart, safe cooking in minutes. They fire up fast and the consistent temperature control gives you the best cooking results every time.