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Kamado Joe Classic III Charcoal Grill
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Sep 11, 2023
Reviewer name: Sp0oKy17
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Changed the way I cook

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using the Kamado Joe Big Joe III for almost 2 years now and it has been life changing. The way that it cooks is beyond anything I could have dreamed of. I went from making everything on a gas grill and doing a decent job to making incredibly tasty food with a lot less work. Once you learn how to get the grill fired up, the maintenance during a cook is really minimized. I love all of the accessories that come with the Big Joe as well. The SloRoller being my favorite. I've loved using the Joe so much that I purchased the Joetisserie and the DoJoe also. Would highly recommend this product 10 times over.

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Aug 27, 2025
Reviewer name: Mac6920
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

The Ultimate Smoker & Grill

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've had my Classic Joe III for 8 months and I love it! I've been a loyal Big Green Egg owner until now. The Kamado Joe has so much included. The Kick Ash basket is easy to use. The divide and conquer system allows for multi-level cooking. The one finger open hinge is easy to operate, and latch seals the Kamado Joe closed. Finally, the included SLO Roller enhances the smoking experience.

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

Classic Joe III

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great value as compared to BGE. We use our KJ at least 4 nights per week grilling chicken, salmon, pork tenderloin, and others. Weekends are great for smoking a butt or shoulder, or ribs. Food tastes fantastic. They stand by their product too. I just had two pieces down in the bottom replaced under warranty due to cracks. No questions asked.

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Apr 24, 2025
Reviewer name: mhasan
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Gives Me the Freedom to Cook Anything

Before owning the Kamado Joe Big Joe III, I had zero experience with grilling or barbecuing. Fast forward four years, and now I'm confidently making everything from wood-fired pizzas to rotisserie chicken—all thanks to the versatility and ease of use this grill offers. Cook Anything, Any Way You Want What makes the Big Joe III stand out is the freedom it gives you. Whether I'm in the mood to grill steaks, fry eggs and bacon, bake a pizza, or do a slow rotisserie roast, this grill handles it all effortlessly. It's like having an outdoor kitchen in one unit. Want to sear a steak at 700°F? Done. Want to slow-cook kabobs on a rotisserie? No problem. Craving a crispy breakfast on a griddle? Easy. Pizza night with a blistered crust and bubbling cheese? It delivers every time. The JoeTisserie kit is perfect for whole chickens and kabobs, while the griddle insert makes some of the best smash burgers and breakfast spreads I've ever had. Beginner-Friendly, Pro-Level Results Even though I was a complete beginner, the Big Joe III made learning simple. It's intuitive, forgiving, and incredibly fun to experiment with. The Air Lift Hinge, Kontrol Tower top vent, and Divide & Conquer® cooking system make managing heat and zones almost foolproof. Built to Last, Built to Shine I've kept my Big Joe III outside for over 4 years, through all kinds of weather. After a good wipe, it still shines like day one. The ceramic body, stainless steel hardware, and heavy-duty components are made to last, and they absolutely do. Final Thoughts: Pure Culinary Freedom The Kamado Joe Big Joe III doesn't just cook—it empowers. It gives you the freedom to create whatever meal you can imagine, however you want to cook it. For anyone curious, passionate, or just ready to elevate their backyard game—this is the grill that makes it happen. It turned a total novice into a confident home chef.

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

Where have you been all my life Big Joe?

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought the Big Joe III after selling my grill and smoker, and couldn't be happier with that decision. This thing is a perfect massive cooking machine! Keeps the temperature stable for hours and hours, many useful accessories, amazing cooking footprint and multiple cooking options. A real pleasure to cook on!

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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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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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Aug 23, 2024
Reviewer name: Ashleyd63
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Love this grill!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love this grill. We do a lot of steaks and this grill gives them such a good flavor. Everyone always asks me to cook because they love the flavor of the food. I really only use it as a bbq grill and not a smoker with the accessories.

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Mar 11, 2024
Reviewer name: i30swimmer
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great all around outdoor cooking machine

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is so much more than just a grill. It really is an entire outdoor kitchen cooking device that churns out amazing food. Sure, it is a grill, but it also is a pizza oven and smoker. Once it heats up to temperature, your options are endless. I was using another brand of grill as my brisket smoker, but after using the KJ3, the results are clear and I sold my non-Kamado grill. It also looks fantastic in your backyard. I look forward to using it each time.

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

A great new part of our life

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Let me start from the outside and work my way in. The exterior is so stylish: our friends and neighbors are enamored of it from first sight. That scarlet red, that shape, that sense of serious cooking. And as you move in, a great versatility of configurations -- one grill, two; deflectors, separator, drip pan holder. There is no dogmatic aspect to this and you can configure it according to needs and desires. It builds up great heat. We've had it only a few weeks but have used it for great dishes ranging from crusty pizza to perfect steak. I so look forward to getting into it more.

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