- Is the Weber Smokey Mountain 18 worth it over a kettle?
- If you want true low-and-slow smoking with a water pan and steady 225-275°F, yes. A kettle grills well but needs more tending for long smokes.
- How much charcoal does it hold?
- A single load of charcoal is rated for up to 24 hours of cooking at smoking temperatures. In practice, most cooks refill once on a brisket cook.
- How many people does the 18-inch feed?
- Two grates and 481 sq in handle a family or a small party: several racks of ribs, two pork butts or a packer brisket trimmed to fit.
- What comes in the box?
- Two plated-steel cooking grates, a porcelain-enameled water pan and charcoal chamber, a steel charcoal grate, a silicone temperature grommet and a form-fitting cover.
- Can I use it without the water pan?
- Yes. Many owners run it dry with a heat deflector for higher heat and easier cleanup, though the pan helps hold low temperatures.
- When is it cheapest?
- The best new price is $419 at Lowe's as of November 7, 2026. Smokers like this often drop around spring grilling sales and end-of-season clearance.
- Where is the Weber Smokey Mountain 18” cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $419.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Weber Smokey Mountain 18”?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, PC Richard & Son, The Home Depot, Amazon, eBay.