Big Green Egg
The iconic ceramic kamado — buy-it-for-life heat retention and an unrivaled community, with accessories sold separately
- Founded
- 1974
- Country
- United States
- Warranty
- A limited lifetime warranty on all ceramic components for the original residential owner who registers (non-transferable); metal parts 5 years, the ConvEGGtor 3 years, gasket and gauge 1 year.
- Support
- Sold and serviced through an authorized-dealer network (buying outside it voids the warranty), backed by the biggest owner community and third-party parts ecosystem in grilling.
Overview
Big Green Egg, founded in 1974 in Atlanta, popularized the modern ceramic kamado and has led the US category for decades, building a famously devoted following (“Eggheads”) and the largest accessory-and-knowledge ecosystem of any grill. Its thick high-fired ceramic grills, smokes, bakes, and sears superbly and lasts decades. The catches: it’s sold dealer-only with no published MSRP, the single-piece interior lacks rivals’ multi-level systems, and essentials like the heat deflector and a stand are extra.
Is it worth it?
Big Green Egg is worth it for cooks who want a versatile, buy-it-for-life ceramic grill and value its ecosystem and lifetime ceramic warranty — provided they budget for the heat deflector and a stand. Those who want more features and accessories included should compare the Kamado Joe.
