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Weber Traveler LPG BBQ & Propane Cannister review

Weber Traveler LPG BBQ & Propane Cannister

CHOICE Expert Rating

84%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Smoke is not directed into your face.
  • Thermometer in hood is fairly accurate.
  • Good open access to food.
  • 2 large sturdy wheels on attached trolley, is fairly light weight, easy to manoeuvre, side handle makes it easy to lift.
  • Plates are easy to remove and easy to clean in a domestic sink.
  • Fairly easy to keep clean and wipe over.
  • Easy to assemble.
  • Thermometer in hood is fairly accurate.
  • Hood is light and stable.
  • No sharp edges.
  • Comprehensive instructions with cooking guide and recipe book.
  • Good access to all areas when cleaning, exterior is all black enamel, easy to clean.
  • Full chargrill plate only.
  • In-built trolley that collapses flat for easy storing.
  • When travelling a 100% propane fuel, non-refillable gas cylinder can be connected, needs to be attached to the cylinder holder and locked into place or a gas bottle can sit on the trolley grate or on the floor beside the BBQ.
  • 5 years limited warranty.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No side panels to protect food and flame from drafts, although burner sits low.
  • Hood handle can become hot.
  • Hood can become dangerously hot.
  • No hotplate available, restricted use, may not be able to cook delicate foods.
  • Small drip tray, will need to be cleaned regularly.
  • Separate press ignition, red contrast, some pressure required to press.

Type

Category
Travel
Fuel type
Gas
Gas type
LPG

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
84%
Cooking performance score
93%
Ease of use score
71%
Evenness score
90%
Evenness with high fat cooking score
100%
Evenness with pita bread score
Not tested
Low temperature score
N/A
Heat recovery score
Not tested
Roasting score
90%
Cleaning score
70%
External temperatures after 60min (controls / handle / hood / side tables)
28°C / 67°C / 121°C / 39°C
Gas consumption (kg/hr)
0.29

Sustainability

Reliability score
88%
Satisfaction score
90%
Warranty
5 years for cookbox and lid assembly, 3 years for stainless steel tube burner and porcelain-enamelled cast iron cooking grills, 2 years for plastic components and all other parts

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Cost

Price
$699.00
Running costs over 5 years
$233.00

Specifications

Number of burners
1
Hotplate grill material
Enamelled cast iron
Flame diffuser material
N/A
Burner material
Stainless steel
Ignition type
Press button piezo
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
92 x 100 x 47
Weight (kg)
28
Total cooking area (m2)
0.22
Website
weber.com

Features

Warming rack
Reversible cooking plate
Side burner
Back burner for rotisserie
Viewing window
Side tray / folding
/
Storage cupboard
Natural gas option
Hotplate
Chargrill

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