[Rewarded Review] Best Grill Ever!

I have bought several charcoal grills throughout the years. However, they always tended to rust out after several years of use. Also, it was always a struggle to get them hot enough to ever get a nice sear on a steak or to have the charcoal last long enough to do a long smoke like what is needed for brisket. All of this changed when I bought my Big Joe. I was on the fence about investing in a Kamado type of grill. I spent some time researching out various models from different companies and finally settled on the Big Joe. I am so glad that I did! To me, what set them apart from other Kamado grills is their innovation. For example, with some of the competitors, it took a bit of work to lift the lid on their Kamado. However, with the design of the Big Joe, I could literally lift the lid with one finger. Kamado Joe is always striving to innovate where some of their competitors are stuck in the past doing things the way they always did. That relentless search for perfection is what sets Kamado Joe apart from their competition. I have had my Big Joe for years now and can't imagine having any other grill. I can grill, bake, smoke and even make pizza on it. My family often refuses to go out for steak now because they would rather me grill them on my Big Joe. There is something so special about getting the grill up to 800 to 1000 degrees, throwing a steak on the cast iron grate and hearing that steak sizzle as you create that restaurant-quality sear on it. I have never been able to do that in the past with my other grills. Kamado Joe also offers many different accessories that allow you to be so versatile in your grilling experience. From griddles to pizza stones, it is truly an amazing tool. It is indeed the best grill that I have ever owned!

[Rewarded Review] Love My Kamado Joe Classic!

I purchased a Kamado Joe Classic back in June of '2015, so I am fast approaching 10 years of use. I could not be happier with this product and its longevity. Frankly I was tired of purchasing a new propane grill every 4 years or so, as they just did not hold up very well. The Kamado Joe Classic has been different. I typically grill once or twice a week, (depending upon the season) and have been so pleased with the results, both the flavor of the foods I grill or smoke, and how the unit has held up to the wear and tear of constant grilling, sometimes at very high heat. I have only replaced the gasket (twice) and I was given an upgrade to an updated internal firebrick locking system a few years ago, after one of the original bricks developed a crack. The ceramic egg itself has been flawless. And the flavor I obtain from using the lump charcoal and a variety of smoke chips (currently cherry), is spectacular to say the least. I grill chicken, pork, brisket, pizza, vegetables etc. and everything always comes out amazing. My sister-in-law raves about my smoked chicken thighs, something I grill at least twice a month. I would certainly purchase a new Kamado Joe if anything ever happens to this one, however I think it will last another 10 years at least.

[Rewarded Review] Multiple accessories

I have had my kamado Joe for over 5 years now and use it at least once a week especially during summers hear in Florida. I’ve purchased every accessory you can imagine, my next one being the hyperbolic smoke chamber. I love using it to grill or smoke every type of meat or fish you can imagine. I especially love making homemade pizza using a bit of fruit woods to enhance the flavor profiles, my grand kids love it. I highly recommend everyone to give a kamado Joe a try for your next purchase! You won’t regret it.

[Rewarded Review] Life Changer

I started with the Classic not knowing if I was going to like the whole charcoal and ceramic cooking. I was coming off of a gas grill and using a Bradley electric smoker box which worked great...BUT..... when I figured out the basics to the Joe, I just fell in love. It brought passion into smoking and BBQ'n just like it should. I immediately bought my son a Classic as well for Christmas and I created a cooking monster. All great stuff and will forever be a fan.

[Rewarded Review] Best cooks ever!

I received my Kamado Classic I as a Father's Day gift this year, you would not believe the is perfect classic cooks I've made on it. I'm so pleased with my Classic joe I the temperature is to the "T" I don't have to use Meat Thermometer with probes to watch my cooks because the temperature on my Kamado thermostat is right on. I love the classic look and the wheels with locks for moving my kamado around. I highly recommend this product. Gotto go I'm ready to start another cook.

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Great but...

Am a big time fan boy of Kamado Joe, love the quality, performance and customer service has been on point for my BJ2 and various accessories (rotisserie, basket, cast iron plate, cover, charcoal basket, ). Thank you.

[Rewarded Review] Amazing Joe!!

I am a long time owner probably one of the originals that bought from what they called the "Costco Road Show". At this time KJ was in it's infantcy and very little marketing was available. This unit has been AMAZING and all I had hoped for in a cooker. I have cooked most anything and everything you can throw at it and it just continues to smoke on. If you are considering a kamado style cooker you need to go Kamado Joe and be part of a family. GETCHA ONE

Awesome smoker/grill/outdoor oven

Truth be told I never bought my Joe, its a twice hand me down. Im the third owner, My ex boss gave it to one of my coworkers used, dirty and in pieces fully disassembled, he cleaned it and put it together and used it two or three years. than he gave it to me. I,ve been using it for a couple of years. Had to put a new thermostat on it when I got it, and just today I had to replace the original heat shield and grate (heat shield was cracked when it got it) with a Divide & Conquer grate and two piece heat deflector. Can't say enough great things about this grill, you can grill, smoke, bake etc. Once you dial in the temperature you want it stays there for hours. It very efficient with the lump charcoal I use ( I don't use the high dollar charcoal either ) I'm always amazed at the amount of charcoal left after I smoke a Boston butt. in the past 5-6 weeks I've smoked 5 butt plus pork chops and potatoes with onion and garlic. Put a pizza stone in you got a pizza oven. Bake pies, bread etc??? Anyone considering buying one don't hesitate, it's an awesome grill. I would suggest it its in your budget buy the 24" model as mine is 18" and my only complaint would be I wish it was 24". Sorry my review was so long but we really love the grill

[Rewarded Review] Perfect Sizzle

It’s a warm late summer afternoon and a cool breeze flows through the air. You can feel what season is coming next. You have set up and created the fire on your Classic Joe.

[Rewarded Review] Love my Joe

My wife and I purchased a Classic Joe 1 shortly after we got married 9 years ago. It has unquestionabye changed our lives. Smoking has become a primary hobby for both of us, as has collecting accessories and add ons to enhance our experience. The Joe has opened us up to another world of cooking we previously didn't know existed. We love exploring new foods and receipes which the versatility of Joe allows for. Smoking, cold smoking, searing, high heat pizzas, you name it and we've tried it. The Joe has provided a bonding experience for both of us and I wouldn't want any other grill.

[Rewarded Review] I'm so excited to have a Kamado Joe!!!

I bought a used Kamado Joe Classic that had been damaged in a fall and the previous owner didn't want to refurbish it. I replaced the top lid, ceramic half moon inserts, bottom grate, and top vent. To me, this thing is now like a new grill, and I can't wait to explore it's capabilities. Two racks for cooking at different Temps, indirect / direct cooking. I need to learn these basics, but I'm hoping to branch out too and maybe get a pizza stone to try a pizza on the grill too. However, I'm hoping to just start with some of the basics like burgers and steaks. I.can envision having people over for a picnic and just having a non rushed time of fun and food together around the Kamado in the backyard.

[Rewarded Review] Best Anniversary gift ever

My wife gave me the Big Joe for our anniversary about 10 yrs ago. I thought she had lost her mind spending so much for a grill.

[Rewarded Review] Don’t Look Anymore for a Grill

In my fourth year of Kamado Joe ownership I can say unequivocally that you need look no further than a Kamado Joe. I’m 77 and have owned just about every grill brand made. The Kamado Joe is by far the best and “more solid than a rock!” The ability to control the temperature over many hours to smoke or just tenderize a meat cut is fantastic.

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[Rewarded Review] Nothing short of life changing

I've owned my Classic Joe I for over 12 years and it has completely changed my outdoor cooking experience! The Kamado Joe is a pleasure to cook with whether cooking low and slow creating mouthwatering roasts, briskets, etc or firing it up and cooking a pizza in 7 minutes and getting that delicious old style wood burning pizza over flavor. I enjoy the Kamado Joe and the food it produces so much, I wish I could install one in my indoor kitchen as well. I recently purchased a Classic Joe II and will be purchasing a Big Joe II or III very soon.

[Rewarded Review] Great Grill for Two

I have had the Kamado Joe Junior for over a year now. I own numerous grills (several Webers) and smokers. However, with just my wife and I in the house, I find that I use the Joe Junior more than any other grill and with excellent results. I have used it for smoking, direct grilling, indirect roasting, etc. and it has performed great every time. My only advice - other than buy this thing - is to give your Kamado time to properly warm up and heat-soak the dome. That way you will get all the advantages of convection heat that the Kamados are known for. An outstanding value if you don't need to cook for a gaggle.

[Rewarded Review] This little thing rocks!!!!

After lots of research for different brand and sizes of Kamado's, I decided to start off small, and ordered the Kamado Joe Jr. I LOVE this thing!!! I am able to quickly light it up and still can fit some decent sized items on it... So far i've done a brisket, two whole chickens, steaks, and some veggies, and everyone is amazed at the flavor!! My neighbors several houses away get to enjoy the lovely scents as well! And the Kamado itself is very well made, I compared it to other Kamados and some of them just seemed flimsy. Very glad I chose the KJ Jr!

Great purchase experience

Great product! The entire process from order to delivery to assembly and finally use was flawless. I ordered this product from Lowes on a Sunday and it was delivered the next day. The Lowes delivery guys put it right where we asked them on our patio so that I could easily assemble it and not have to move it. The packaging of the Kamado Joe was excellent. Assembly took virtually no time at all. It is pretty heavy, so it takes two people to set it into the stand. It is also extremely easy to use and produces great flavor.

Horrible Qualtiy Control and Customer Service

Bought Kamado Joe Classic May 31st from homedepot.com. Upon assembly noticed a visible hole around left corner bottom vent that I could put a wooden match through. Contacted KJ customer service and provided pictures. The reply was: You can purchase high heat silicone from your local hardware store and apply it in the corner where the small gap is. This will solve the issue you are seeing.

Bad Quality Control at Kamado Joe

Bought Kamado Joe Classic 3 weeks ago. Upon assembly noticed a visible hole around left corner bottom vent that I could put a wooden match through.

Subsequent models are better but still a good value.

First, there is no better way to grill than with a Kamado style grill. Whether it's the Egg, the Acorn, or this Kamado Joe. However, this is their first design, which is why BJ's has them discounted. The biggest drawback is that the lid is very heavy and does not have the air hinge that the later models do. If you can live with that, the grill will not disappoint. There are a couple of accessories you'll want for the best experience. There are almost no YouTube videos on the Classic 1.