Which is better for a large family?

The Genesis II S-435. Four burners plus a side burner and a wider body let you cook mains and sides for a crowd at once.

Which sears steak better?

The Genesis Smart EX-325W. Its Sear Zone reaches 750°F, hotter than the S-435's standard burners.

Do I need a gas line for the EX-325W?

Yes. It runs on natural gas, so you need a home hookup. The S-435 runs on propane tanks and goes anywhere.

Which is easier to monitor remotely?

The EX-325W. Its Wi-Fi thermometer and Weber Connect app send preheat and flip alerts to your phone. The S-435 has only a lid thermometer.

Is the EX-325W worth the extra over the S-435?

Only if you have natural gas and value app monitoring and high-heat searing. If you need four burners and a side burner, the S-435 is the better fit.

Both are Weber Genesis builds with stainless and porcelain-enameled parts. The EX-325W carries a 12-year limited warranty; check the S-435's warranty terms at the store.

Weber Genesis II S-435 Gas Grill vs Weber Genesis Smart EX-325W

Buy the Genesis II S-435 if you cook for a crowd and want four burners, a side burner and propane flexibility. Buy the Genesis Smart EX-325W if you have a natural gas hookup and want Wi-Fi temperature monitoring and a 750°F sear zone. The S-435 is the larger, more conventional grill; the EX-325W trades a burner and a side burner for smart features and higher sear heat.

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