Reviewed by Valery Grin · · updated May 27, 2026
Big Green Egg XL
The classic XL that closes the Egg family upward
From€1,899
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- Diameter
- 61 cm
- Diners
- 8-10
- Weight
- 102 kg
- Material
- Cerámica NASA
- Warranty
- Vitalicia (cerámica) — transferible
When the Large stops being enough, this is the natural next rung. 61 cm grate, the same NASA-patented ceramic and the same EGGcessory ecosystem that made BGE the kamado world's most loyal following.
For the committed EGGhead who needs more chamber without leaving the ecosystem.
Pros
- 61 cm — same cooking size as the Big Joe III, in BGE ceramic
- Biggest accessory market in the kamado world: nests, tables, plate setters
- Dense NASA-patent ceramic — benchmark heat retention
- Transferable lifetime warranty, very strong resale value
- Massive EGGhead community: forums, fests, peer support
Cons
- No multi-tier grate or SlōRoller-equivalent: anything you add, you buy separately
- Nest, table and plate setter usually go separately — the final bill scales quickly
- Analog stock thermometer, no digital readout or app
- 102 kg unframed — the install needs two people and a serious cart
For you if…
If you already know BGE, own accessories, and want to scale up without learning a new brand.
Not for you if…
If you're new to kamados and want multi-tier out of the box — the Big Joe III ships with it.
Specifications
- Diameter
- 61 cm
- Diners
- 8-10
- Weight
- 102 kg
- Material
- Cerámica NASA
- Temperature
- 100°C – 370°C
- Warranty
- Vitalicia (cerámica) — transferible
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Essentials to get started
Big Green Egg ConvEGGtor plate setter (Large)
El XL no incluye plate-setter de stock. Sin ConvEGGtor no hay ahumado indirecto: es el accesorio número uno que cualquier EGGhead añade al carrito.
€85
Jealous Devil 100% White Quebracho lump charcoal 15.8 kg
Quebracho denso para una cámara de 61 cm: arde lento, deja poca ceniza y mantiene 110 °C estables durante toda la noche.
€95
Inkbird IBT-26S WiFi + Bluetooth thermometer
El termómetro analógico del BGE basta para vigilar la cámara, pero no para ver desde el sofá si la pieza interna llegó a 90 °C — para eso, WiFi.
€109
Coverstore Premium kamado cover XL
BGE no incluye funda: 61 cm de cerámica cara expuesta al sol y la lluvia de la Costa Blanca pide protección desde el día uno.
€49
FAQ
Should I buy the BGE XL or the Big Joe III?
Same usable area (61 cm) and similarly dense ceramic. The difference: the Big Joe ships with Divide & Conquer multi-tier and SlōRoller from the factory; BGE sells them as accessories (multilevel rack, ConvEGGtor). If you already own BGE gear from a Large, the XL reuses everything that fits the Large. Starting fresh, the Big Joe is more complete out of the box.
Why does BGE not ship with a cart?
Because BGE sells two install philosophies: the nest (metal frame with wheels) for patios and the table (wooden cabinet) for outdoor-kitchen integration. The buyer picks based on the garden. Historic brand logic, but it means the "real" XL price is sticker + 350-500 € for the frame. Factor that in before comparing to a Big Joe III, which already includes a reinforced cart.
Is the NASA-patented ceramic real or marketing?
Real, with caveats. BGE uses a refractory ceramic derived from Space Shuttle heat tiles — dense with good thermal conductivity. In practice it holds 110 °C steady for 12 h on the same charcoal load as any premium kamado. The "NASA patent" is genuine licensing, but today every top kamado (KJ, Monolith) uses ceramics with equivalent properties. Not exclusive magic.
How often do I replace the lid gasket?
Every 2-3 years with heavy use (2-3 cooks a week), every 4-5 years with occasional use. The stock BGE gasket is high-temp fibre — it slowly carbonises until the seal fails. Tell-tale sign: temperature gets harder to stabilise because air leaks through the gasket. Genuine replacement runs about 25 € and swaps in 20 minutes — the lifetime warranty does not cover it.
Does it hold strong resale if I lose interest?
BGE has the strongest resale in the kamado market, tied with Kamado Joe. A 5-year-old XL in good shape sells on Wallapop for 60-70% of new, thanks to the transferable lifetime warranty and the EGGcessory ecosystem. Compare with a budget kamado like Kamado Bono: loses 50% of value in year one. Dense ceramic simply does not age like painted steel.
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