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Weber Genesis (3-burner)
Premium gas grilling with room to grow.
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Weber Genesis (3-burner) at a glance
What we like
- Heavier-duty build and high-heat performance
- More cooking space and features such as sear zones (model dependent)
- Built to last a decade or more
Trade-offs
- Costs substantially more than the Spirit
- Not necessary for typical weeknight grilling
- Best for
- Frequent grillers who want maximum durability.
- Skip it if
- You mostly cook typical weeknight meals; the Spirit costs substantially less and covers that.
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Where it appears in our guides
Best premium
Best Gas Grills
The Genesis adds a heavier-duty build, more cooking space and features like sear zones on some models. It costs substantially more than the Spirit, and for weeknight grilling you may not need it — but if you grill several times a week and want it to last, it's the step up.
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