Editorial comparison · 2026
Compare kamados, side by side
Same scale. Same criteria. Zero marketing. The table you need before spending a thousand euros on a ceramic grill.
If you've been reading reviews for weeks and still can't decide, this comparison is for you. We've put every kamado we recommend on the same playing field so the real differences are visible at a glance.
Every row uses the exact same metric —capacity, material, weight, what's included— and the same editorial scoring scale (0-10). If a kamado isn't here, it's because we wouldn't recommend it to a family member. That simple.
Editor's pickKamado Joe
Kamado Joe Classic III 18"
The most versatile kamado on the market
- Price
- €1,899
- Capacity
- 6-8 · Ø 46 cm
- Material
- Cerámica esmaltada
- Weight
- 113 kg
Best for
- Multi-tier Divide & Conquer system
- SlōRoller turns it into a convection oven
- Dense ceramic build, excellent heat retention
Includes
Система Divide & Conquer · SlōRoller · Термометр Kontrol Tower
Editor's pickKamado Joe
Kamado Joe Big Joe III 24"
The Classic III's big brother, for when you cook at scale
- Price
- €2,899
- Capacity
- 8-10 · Ø 61 cm
- Material
- Cerámica esmaltada
- Weight
- 170 kg
Best for
- 61 cm grate — full brisket or two rib racks side by side
- SlōRoller hyperbolic chamber: true convection for long smokes
- Three-tier Divide & Conquer, two-temperature cooking at once
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What kamado diameter do I need based on diners?
Quick rule: 13" (33 cm) cooks for 4-6 people, 18" (46 cm) for 6-10, and 24" (60 cm) for 10-15. When in doubt, size up; a large kamado can cook for fewer diners without trouble, but a small one never grows.
Is a premium kamado worth it over a generic budget one?
Almost always yes. The ceramic on a Kamado Joe or Big Green Egg is better calibrated and the warranty covers the body for life. Generic €200-300 models usually crack by year two of heavy use, and the gasket lets heat escape that you never recover in charcoal efficiency.
Which accessories are essential from day one?
Just two: a reliable digital thermometer (ideally dual-probe for grate + meat) and an electric starter or chimney starter. The plate setter, raised grates, and griddles can wait until you know which cooking style you do most.
What's the real difference between Kamado Joe and Big Green Egg?
Kamado Joe ships with elements that are paid accessories on Big Green Egg: divide & conquer plate, extendable grate, wheeled cart. BGE has a larger community and resells better used. On pure cooking they're tied: same ceramic, same temperature control.
Can I get a kamado for under €600?
Yes, but carefully. Under €600 you're in generic territory (Char-Griller, Vision, white-label brands). They work, but the ceramic is thinner and gaskets degrade fast. If that's your budget, consider a used Kamado Joe Classic III (often €700-900 on second-hand sites) over a new generic.