The Weber Q1200 liquid propane grill, which replaces the Weber Q1000, is the newest piece of equipment from Weber. It contains all of the Weber Q1000’s greatest features plus further enhancements, making it more practical. It is a little, portable grill that is simple to use, particularly if you have a tiny location, such a small balcony.
The grill has more than enough room to accommodate six steaks at once. The Weber Q1200 has made it simpler to grill in confined settings, and despite its little size, it offers far more than you may anticipate.
This article will examine every facet of the Weber Q1200 and provide you with all the specifics of its attributes.
Overview
One of the most striking features of this grill is its outer construction. Its body and lid are made from cast aluminum, giving it desirable thermal properties. Its 2-part cast grate is made from porcelain enamel and it has a glass fiber nylon frame that offers excellent weather and heat resistance.
The way the grill grate is designed prevents fat from dripping into the burner, preventing spontaneous ignitions. Another notable feature of the grill is how easy it is to clean. You can easily and quickly remove the grease drip tray for cleaning, and the aluminum housing is also no challenge.
The grill does not compromise on its performance. Despite its small size, it delivers a performance that other gas grills with larger sizes and up to six burners can only dream of achieving. It quickly reaches 300 degrees Celsius despite having only one burner. The grill lives up to the saying that size doesn’t matter. Its size allows for portability that is lacking in most gas grills, so there isn’t much to complain about here.
The space is also something we briefly touched on, with the grill having enough space for six steaks at once. It also has two side tables for additional space that you can also use as storage for grill accessories or for placing grilled food once done.
It has a stainless-steel burner that delivers heat evenly to the grill grate. The burner is easy to operate and starts working once you push a button. The burner is also adjustable, giving you control over the temperature.
You can also control the temperature using a thermometer that is integrated into the lid. The grill boasts impeccable burning performance and has a cartridge housed securely in the holder.
It has a removable fat drip tray that traps fat drippings and a thermometer built into the grill’s lid. You can use the grill at a stationary spot or use it on the move. Make sure you use a gas bottle if you are using it at a stationary spot and use gas cartridges if using it on the move.
The Weber Q1200 is lightweight at only eleven kilograms, making it a great option for camping and other outdoor barbecue sessions. It comes in five different colors; black, blue, red, titanium, and orange. It also has a portable trolley that you can use to get the right position for the grill, helping with the balance (the trolley is not sold as a grill accessory, hence you will need to purchase it separately).
Main Features
One of the features that make this gas grill stand out is its cast-iron build. Below are the pros and cons of using the grill.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight build
- Easily portable
- Perfect for small spaces
- Allows use of large gas bottles
- Has heat control and electronic ignition
- Made with high-quality material
- Reaches operating temperatures fast
Cons
- Has one grill area
- Empties a gas cartridge quickly
- It does not come with a stand
Our Opinion
The Weber Q1200 is a force to be reckoned with; its features make it one of the best small, portable gas grills available. It gives top-notch performance and includes some of the best accessories any grill of its size can offer.
Its size is also another advantage, especially for those with small spaces as they can easily use it with no problems.
Weber Q1200 Review in Details
The Weber Q1200 is undoubtedly one of the best and most functional small-sized grills that any grill master will be lucky to have. This review will look at all the particulars of the grill, going in-depth to look at its working, some of its best features, and everything you need to know about it
Whether you will use it for camping, other outdoor activities, or just as your own at-home grill, the Weber Q1200 will not disappoint. Let us look at what makes this grill so special.
- One stainless steel burner produces 8500 BTU-per-hour to heat 189 square-inch total cooking area
- Porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates and cast aluminum lid and body
- Dimensions - lid closed and tables out (inches): 15.5H x 40.9W x 16.5D inches. Fully assembled out of box. Uses disposable 14.1 or 16.4 oz. LP cylinder (sold separately)
- Easy-start electronic ignition and infinite control burner valve settings
- Care instructions: Handling the brass material on this product exposes you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. (Wash hands after handling this product.)
Things We Like
- Space. The grill can fit more food than most grills its size, fitting six steaks at once.
- Construction. The Q1200 is made from sturdy construction that enables it to stand harsh conditions, making it an easy and durable choice.
- Size. The grill is the perfect small and compact size grill that anyone with a small space needs. Its size also makes it easy to move around and store.
- Performance. You can be sure that getting the Weber Q1200 will give you the best performance. It outperforms itself and other grills in the same category.
Things We Don’t Like
- Lack of accessories. The grill comes on its own and any other accessories you can use on it come separately. You will have to spend more money to get basic accessories, like a stand and trolley.
- Costly. While the grill itself is of a reasonable price, it empties out a gas cartridge quickly, making it costly to maintain as you would have to replace the gas cartridge oftenly.
Performance and Functions
Cooking Area
The grill has 189 square inches of total grill area, and you can divide the grill grate into two parts to create extra space. The cooking area is large enough for everyday use, but it cannot handle a large barbeque. It is a compact and flexible grill that works well with smaller gatherings and outdoor use, like camping.
While it comes without any of these accessories in its standard version, you can get a trolley and a stand separately. These can help increase the cooking surface area and support its balance.
Fuel
The Weber Q1200 uses natural gas or liquid propane as fuel. The gas is what powers the stainless steel burner that produces 8500 BTU an hour. The fuel gives it enough power to function for hours on end and helps with even heat distribution for all foods in the cooking area. It has an electric ignition system that makes igniting the burner easy and eliminates false starts.
You can use either a gas bottle or a gas cartridge to power the grill; either option is economical, but the gas cartridge empties out faster. The grill uses up around 200g of gas in an hour, giving it an operating time of about 55 hours for the standard gas bottle, which holds 11kg of gas.
Ease of Use
As mentioned above, the gas has an electric source for fast ignition. It also has a quick heating feature that gets the grill up to operating temperatures in no time. The grill has an intuitive operation that makes grilling spontaneous and effortless, so much so that those with little knowledge about grills can easily use it with no problems.
Its ease of use also extends to using it on the go. The gas can operation and the lightweight design makes it easy for you to carry it around, which is why most people prefer to use it when tailgating, out on fishing, or on camping trips. If you are to use it solely at home, you can easily convert the grill to operate using a gas cylinder. You, however, will need to buy a conversion set for this setup to work correctly.
Safety Features
It is possible to adjust the gas grill temperatures. This is made possible by the adjustable burner valve that lets you control the temperature so that you don’t burn your food. The grill has an excellent burning performance that makes it easy for you to monitor your food. It also has an integrated thermometer, built into the lid, that shows you the grill temperature, allowing you to increase or decrease the temperatures as needed.
There are two ways you can light the grill. One is by using the traditional method and lighting it using a match. The other way is by using the windproof electric ignition system that is built into the grill. Both ways work just fine and give you the same level of control over temperature.
The grill also has a handle light that gives you visibility over the food on the grill table, even in darker light settings. This feature is also one thing that makes this grill desirable, especially for outdoor users who will need that extra light when operating the grill at night.
Another safety feature worth noting is the removable drip tray. When grilling, some of the fat drippings from the meat can drip onto the grill, which can cause flames to sprout and burn either the meat or the person operating the grill. With the drip tray, the fat lands on the tray and does not come into contact with the flames, thus preventing accidents. You can easily remove and clean the tray once done.
Warranty and Durability
This gas grill is a sturdy and durable structure made with the best materials. It consists of the housing and a lid which are both made of high-quality cast aluminum. The structure is then coated with porcelain which helps prevent rust. The coating also makes cleaning and maintenance of the grill easy, ensuring its durability.
The housing and cover structure have a glass fiber reinforced nylon frame, which enables the grill to withstand heat and weather elements, boosting its durability. All the materials used keep off the rust and are easy to clean and carry out basic maintenance.
Weber has a 5-year warranty on some parts of the grill. The warranty also extends to the plastic components. The cookbook that comes with the grill has a 10-year warranty.
Portability
The Weber Q1200 is a compact grill whose size makes it easily portable. Its dimensions are 20.5 x 40.9 x 24.6 inches, making it a small grill that fits into compact spaces and adds to its portability. When open, the grill measures: 57 cm high, 40cm deep, and 104cm wide, which is small enough for most balconies.
The size makes it easy to transport, and it gives excellent performance despite its small stature. Due to its ease of portability, you can take it with you on vacations and outings. You can also use it anywhere if you carry a gas cartridge with you to act as a source of fuel.
You can also get a conversion set from Weber that lets you operate the gas grill using a gas bottle. This will significantly reduce the cost of gas.
Maintenance
The body and lid are made from high-quality cast aluminum with a porcelain coating, making cleaning the grill easy. Most grills are frustrating to clean, especially when it comes to the grill grate. The Weber Q1200 deals with this problem with the porcelain coating for the structure and the enameled grill grate.
The burner is protected from fat dripping, which prevents the formation of flames. It is also rust-resistant which reduces the chances of contamination. A removable fat tray traps the fat, making it easy to dispose of the fat drippings and other juices, after which, the tray is easily washable in the dishwasher.
Price
The Weber online store sells the Weber Q1200 at around $200. The prices range depending on the color; the green and orange grills being the most expensive
The grill does offer value for the money. Its performance, durability, and other features speak for themselves. This is a high-quality grill that delivers on reliability and has a 5-year warranty to boost.
However, some may consider this price quite high since the grill does not come with other accessories, such as the trolley. Other propane grills with the same functions, such as the CGG180 gas grill and Char-Broil Classic 360, cost much less, and they come with a stand. Regardless, it is something you can easily compromise on, seeing as the grill delivers on all its promises and more.
Final Thoughts
If you want a grill that can fit in your small balcony, you can easily use it out on cookouts and outings, offers high-grade performance, and is generally well built; look no further than the Weber Q1200. This small, compact, and flexible liquid propane grill is economical in its use, can handle a few guests, and works just as well, if not better, than bigger grills.
It can handle its own even in outdoor situations, has some of the best features, and has enough space for grilling. It is, definitely, a great choice for any grill master that is on the lookout for a durable grill!