November 12

Kamado Joe KJ23RH Review – Classic Charcoal Grill Review

Kamado grills are popular because of their versatility with their tall dome-shaped lids for good airflow, thick ceramic walls for insulation, grate options, and a variety of accessories. This makes it perfect for everything from grilling to smoking and baking.

Kamado Joe KJ23RH review and breakdown

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This classic Joe charcoal grill has a very eye-catching design and color and is made with thick walls, heavy ceramic, and a heat-resistant shell that will lock in smoke and moisture at any temp. The adjustable top and bottom vents will help you control the airflow into the firebox. The heavy ceramic holds the heat well so you don’t need to use a lot of charcoal. The 18” cooking area is big enough for anything you want to grill. Other features include a built-in thermometer, folding side shelves, ash drawer, stainless steel cooking grates, dividers, heat deflectors, and grill gripper.

What we liked

  • Great heat retention
  • Simple to use
  • Flexible cooking system

What we didn’t like

  • Ceramic is breakable
  • Expensive

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Specifications

FeaturesSpecs
Weight188 pounds
MaterialStainless steel, ceramic
Cooking area18 inches
Temp controlBuilt-in thermometer
Prep areaFolding side shelves
Waste managementAsh drawer
AvailabilityCheck price

Features

The 2-tier cooking system

The 2-tier divide and conquer cooking system provides you with more than enough cooking area. The movable half-moon trays can be arranged at different heights so you can cook your different foods at different temps. The heat deflectors will ensure that your food doesn’t get overcooked.

Stainless steel charcoal basket

The conical basket shape ensures the coal is packed tightly for more fuel efficiency. The heavy ceramic divider allows you to set up a 2-zone cooking area using the divide and conquer system to keep the heat effectively without using too much charcoal.

Spring-loaded hinge

The easy-to-lift lid has an innovative and counterbalanced hinge that supports the heavy ceramic lid which makes it easy to lift up and down. You can make some minor adjustments so the lid can stay up or come down slowly or even not close all the way unless you push it down and latch it.

Who is it best suited for?

It’s a great charcoal grill for a typical family that loves to grill. This versatile grill is also perfect for anyone who loves to sear meat and make pizzas.

Are there alternatives?

Product Weber original kettle charcoal grillChar-griller E1515 patio pro
Weight32.3 pounds50 pounds
Cooking area363 sq. inches250 sq. inches
Temp controlBuilt-in lid thermometerNone
Prep areaNoA side shelf
Waste managementAsh panAsh pan
AvailabilityCheck priceCheck price

Verdict. So, should you buy the Kamado Joe KJ23RH?

Yes, you should because it's a great charcoal grill that has lots of space for grilling, smoking, and cooking all kinds of food and you can easily control the temps to cook your food just the way you like it.

FAQ

What makes Kamado Joe so good?

They're great because of their build quality, versatility, ease to clean, and a redesigned 6 piece firebox that reduces the risk of breakage.

Is a Kamado a smoker?

It’s a great smoker that can smoke up to 18 hours on a small load of charcoal making it very economical.


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