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Kamado Joe Classic III Charcoal Grill
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Jan 18, 2025
Reviewer name: KAMADO GANG
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Game Changer for Outdoor Cooking!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Living in Alaska, I've had the pleasure of using the Kamado Joe Classic III, and I can't say enough good things about it! This grill has truly elevated my outdoor cooking game. I've cooked a variety of dishes, including mouth-watering brisket, delicious pizzas, tender pork shoulder, impressive tomahawk steaks, and whole chickens that turn out juicy every time. One of the standout features of the Kamado Joe Classic III is the exceptional flavor that comes from using lump charcoal. Unlike electric smokers, the lump charcoal imparts a rich, smoky taste to the food that simply can't be replicated. With the various accessories available, like the plate setter for indirect cooking and the baking stone for perfect pizzas, I can experiment and create elevated flavors and tenderness in nearly any dish. The versatility of this grill has me excited to experiment with even more recipes in the future! If you're looking for a high-quality, multi-functional grill, the Kamado Joe Classic III is an investment worth making. I can't wait to continue my grilling adventures with it!

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Jun 12, 2025
Reviewer name: Gracie
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Worth the hype

This grill is our newest family entertainment for grilling out all summer long. The design and quality is the best there is. Tons of space and great accessories to grill everything from meat to vegetables and even pizza. It's helped us get more creative with healthy and delicious recipes for our family of 4.

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Mar 11, 2024
Reviewer name: RadioactiveChemist
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Holds temp even at below freezing temperatures

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased the classic 3 in November 2023. I have cooked spatchcock chicken, pork butts, burgers, shrimp skewers, prime rib roast, and roasted vegetables. I love how it holds temp on cold days. My old gas grill could not go above 300F when below 20F.

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Sep 4, 2024
Reviewer name: WinksBBQ
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to run and operate as multipurpose smoker

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For years I was on the fence, about getting a ceramic-style cooker. Slowly bringing a fire to the correct temp using intake and exhaust vents seemed daunting compared to my pellet smoker. After watching the Kamado Joe YouTube channel I realized I was missing out on how easy it was to maintain temperatures on lump charcoal. The flavor of lump charcoal and small woodchucks is far superior to anything a pellet smoker puts out. I love the versatility of being able to sear steaks, smoke ribs, and bake a pizza on one cooker. I love the Kamado Joe Classic!

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Aug 27, 2025
Reviewer name: G Laz
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love It!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Been using the Classic III for almost five years now. Use it for everything from brisket or ribs for a longer smote to smash burgers on the cast iron half-moon accessories. I also cook the bacon on the cast iron...fantastic results. (bonus -it keeps the bacon smell out of the house) Love the high-temp searing on the grill for a quick steak.. The ease of temp control is fantastic when compared to the side smoters I had previously.

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Mar 8, 2025
Reviewer name: BMH24
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

So far so good.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was tired of the inconsistency and poor quality of my gas smoker and did my research and The Kamado Joe came out on top. My wife picked up one for a Father's Day gift and we love it! I wish the manual had a bit better instructions for use setup, but with some practice we had it down. Accessories have made it even better. Do Joe is the best

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Sep 17, 2025
Reviewer name: Petfish
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Happy after a year!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a kid, my dad picked up a Kamado and he used it for almost 30 years only letting it go because the metal stand rotted away, and he was getting ready to move to Florida. I bought this after using a Weber gas grill for 25 years and an electric smoker for 10 years. While the gas was convenient, I wanted the smoke flavor back and the smoker was not convenient to use. The Kamado Joe replaced both and has performed great will no extra effort. We have cooked Fish, Beef, Poultry, and Pork on the Kamado Joe with excellent result and flavor. I will also point out that we use to use a countertop rotisserie for chick at least once a month and since we go the Kamado Joe, we have only pulled it out twice. I will also add that the Kamado Joe is way more functional and easier to maintain that the old one my father had. I am extremely happy with this unit.

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Sep 4, 2024
Reviewer name: Mike77265
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easily the best kamado there is!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Kamado Joe, with its superior build quality and top of the line accessories is not only the best performing kamado grill on the market, it's also the best value on the market. Kamado Joe hands down outlooks the rest! I highly recommend this product.

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Mar 1, 2024
Reviewer name: mdgf85
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

I love this grill!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is great--I use it for both grilling and smoking. Once you learn the tricks to maintain the temperature you want, it's fantastic. The side of the Big Joe is amazingly large--so much cooking room.

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Aug 27, 2025
Reviewer name: TBTigerFam
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Fire it Up with the Big Joe Series III Grill

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this awesome grill a few years ago. It is very easy to smoke any variety of meats, salmon or macaroni cheese. The grill body holds cooking temperatures very well and produces high quality results. The Kamado brand is phenomenal and delivers exceptional results.

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