Weber’s Compact Charcoal BBQ (57cm) sits as the brand’s accessible kettle grill, competing with other mid sized charcoal barbecues that promise classic flavour without taking over the patio. It keeps to the familiar Weber formula, a simple round bowl and lid that helps you cook with the lid on for better heat control than open grill trays, which is useful for thicker burgers, chicken pieces, or a small roast joint.

Who is this barbecue for?

Go for this if you want the charcoal taste and the ability to experiment with direct and indirect cooking, but you do not need the extra features of Weber’s higher end ranges. The 57cm size gives you enough room to cook for a small group, while still being manageable to move and store. Expect a more traditional, hands on style of cooking, lighting charcoal, managing airflow, and learning your timings.

• 57cm kettle format, better suited to lid on cooking and steadier heat than open grills
• Charcoal fuel, for that smoky flavour and higher searing temperatures