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Select Home Depot Stores [link for reference only;
store locator] have
Kamado Joe II Classic Ceramic Charcoal Grill (KJ23RHC) on sale for
$599. Pricing/offer is valid for
in-store purchase only.
- Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location. In-store availability and pricing varies by location.
Thanks to Community Member
vid1900 for sharing this deal.
About this product:
- Charcoal grill with 250 sq. in. of cooking space
- Air-Lift Hinge open w/ ease
- Cermamic Grill with Kontrol Tower Top Vent to control air flow
Community Reviews
The Kamado Joe Classic II is a ceramic charcoal grill that stands out for smoking and general barbecue, with a convenient hinge and the familiar Kamado-style airflow control. The build quality feels noticeably better than cheaper knockoffs, and the classic size still handles plenty of meat for family cooks. The main drawbacks are its weight and size, since moving it often takes a truck, two people, or even a cart, and some units have shown missing parts or electronics and warranty concerns. It is a strong value at $599 when the store has stock and the price matches.
Common Questions (4)
No, the $599 price appears to be store-specific and stock-dependent. Some locations still showed $900, while others honored $599, sometimes with additional discounts on display models or military pricing.
It weighs roughly 285-350 lb and is much easier to move with two people or a small crew. Removing the internals first helps a lot, and several buyers recommend a pickup truck or rented truck because an SUV may not have enough height or room.
Yes, one purchase was reported as free shipping with free in-store assembly, and another was bought new in the box at the $599 price. That makes the deal more practical if you want store help getting it ready without paying extra.
It can fit in some SUVs only with difficulty if the unit is taken out of the box or partially disassembled. One buyer loaded it into a compact SUV but could not get it back out alone, while another needed store staff to remove it from the box before it would fit.
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temperature control is a "nice to have" but i don't do crazy long smoke outs so i don't think i will miss too much... the charcoal lighting seems super clutch - though i guess the downside to it is that you can't use the ash bowl?
I dunno, having a hard time deciding.
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Really depends on how good the Grilla warranty support is, because there is plenty of blitching about KJ lately
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temperature control is a "nice to have" but i don't do crazy long smoke outs so i don't think i will miss too much... the charcoal lighting seems super clutch - though i guess the downside to it is that you can't use the ash bowl?
I dunno, having a hard time deciding.
temperature control is a "nice to have" but i don't do crazy long smoke outs so i don't think i will miss too much... the charcoal lighting seems super clutch - though i guess the downside to it is that you can't use the ash bowl?
I dunno, having a hard time deciding.
I was considering getting one when they were first on clearance, do yourself a favor and look up reviews.
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I have a Vision grill that I bought at Sam's on clearance years ago and when it developed a crack in the outer shell they sent me a complete new grill, just had to pay shipping.
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For moving, I def recommend the forearm straps. I had a pair and made moving my Kamado Joe Big Joe super easy, actually.
As for warranty, it used to be owned privately by a guy in Atlanta and then he sold to Masterbuilt. Not sure how warranty is now, but used to be pretty good. Lifetime on ceramics (lid, base, deflector plates) and maybe 5 years on metal? Again, mine is 10+ years and all I've done is replace the casters on my cart due to dry rot in South Florida.
Comparing this to a big green egg its basically apples to apples, though different varieties. The hinge system on the newer models is great. Necessary? Not really, but def a good convenience. They all operate the same (Kamado Joe, Big Green Egg, Grilla, etc). You adjust the heat by adjusting the airflow using the bottom and top vents.
Ive had the KJ Classic size and Big Joe size (simultaneously) and while the Big Joe is nice, the classic is the one I kept. I also have their mini version which is great to use for knocking out a couple steaks. I have done 3 racks coiled up on it as well
In summary, Id def consider picking up one of these. Especially if youve been on the fence about it. I love mine. Probably use my Weber Genesis gas unit more only out of convenience... but I do love the good ol KJ.
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