Analysis by Valery Grin · · updated May 27, 2026
Vankey compact charcoal basket for Kamado Joe Jr and BGE MiniMax
304 stainless, exact fit for small kamados
From€39
Reference price on Amazon (June 2026) · subject to change
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The replacement basket the small-kamado world was missing. 25cm diameter, exact fit for Kamado Joe Junior and Big Green Egg MiniMax — does NOT fit Classic or Large.
1.2mm 304 stainless steel with folding handles. Keeps charcoal concentrated in the MiniMax/Junior firebox, improves side draft and lets you empty ash in 30 seconds. Also fits equivalent portable kamados (Kamado Bono Mini, Patton Kamado XS). No divider — small kamados don't have useful room for two zones, so the maker prioritizes burn time.
The exact replacement for MiniMax / Junior — and no other stainless basket fits without trimming.
Pros
- Fits KJ Junior and BGE MiniMax (13" firebox)
- Folding handles — lift in/out without burns
- 1.2mm 304 stainless — years of use
- Ash empties in 30 seconds by shaking
Cons
- No divider — no decent two-zone solution exists in small kamados
- Tight 0.5cm fit — some fireboxes warp slightly after years
Who it's for
For Kamado Joe Junior, BGE MiniMax or equivalent-portable owners whose original basket has given up.
Not for
If you own a Classic, Large or XL — use the 35cm Onlyfire version with divider.
Specifications
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FAQ
Which kamados does this basket fit exactly?
At 25 cm in diameter it fits the Kamado Joe Junior and the Big Green Egg MiniMax precisely. The caveat matters: it does NOT work for the Classic or Large models, which have a considerably bigger firebox. It is designed specifically to return the charcoal basket to small kamados.
What does using a charcoal basket add in a small kamado?
It concentrates the charcoal in the centre and keeps it aerated, which improves the draft and makes it easy to light just part of it for low cooks. It also speeds up cleaning: lift the basket and separate usable charcoal from ash in one piece. In a small kamado, where space is tight, that order makes a real difference.
Is it a durable spare or does it warp with use?
It is a steel replacement basket, sized to endure the repeated thermal cycles of the Junior and MiniMax without losing shape. Its purpose is precisely to replace lost or worn original parts, so it is built for ongoing use. Empty the ash with the kamado cold to extend its life.
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