Slow 'N Sear 1 Year Review~Weber Kettle Accessory

[@j.j.jamison4593]

show us the brick and water pan for contrast...

[@vincentlok8894]

I have the SnS 2.0. The water part is removeable, and the grate on the bottom is no longer square mesh, but it's a flat piece of steel with long ovals cut into it. Works well, but I think the open bottom version might work better for me because I've run a few overnight cooks and the temps seem to slowly creep down. I believe that ash was building up on the SnS grate. Since it sits directly on your charcoal grate, and the openeings don't match with the Webber charcoal grate openings, I think some ash or smallet unburnt charcoal clogs it up and restricts airflow. Just a theory! But I think next time I will use some nails or something to act as spacers between the bottom of the SnS and the charcoal grate. Also, the webber kettle has three lower vents, and typically, if you control air from the bottom, they are opened to very small slivers. I believe that over time the one under the SnS can get blocked, which causes less air flow which means dropping temps. Next time I think I will actually completely block off that vent (I arrange the grill so that one vent is directly underneath and the other two are under the meat) so that airflow only comes from the two father vents, and so I'll control those vents and they will not get ash build up blocking them. In theory.

[@rloden1967]

I've had mine for almost 2 years now. Used it for a year and a half. For the past several years, I cook salmon whenever I cook steak. I use this in reverse more often than not; I always fill it with water, I use the big open side for dumping the charcoal, and I use the 1/3 side for finishing the salmon while my steaks grill over the other 2/3 side of the set-up. Works great. So, a couple of times I've used it to smoke ribs, etc. It works great for that also. Fire on the 1/3 side; ribs on the 2/3 side. Always use the water option as that helps to mellow and control the temperature!

[@douglynch9012]

I bought my first Weber grill on Monday the week of Thanksgiving 2018 and on cyber Monday I called ABC with questions about their products and wound up placing an order. I got a combo on sale of the Slow n Sear 2.0 and Drip n Griddle pan for $149.95 with free shipping delivered to my door the very next day. I've done two cooks with it so far and I'm very impressed with the results. Not only that, they are a great company to deal with. Great product in my opinion.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Nice! Thanks for commenting!

[@PartyUpLive]

You also don't have to get the most expensive version of the Slow N Sear. I got the original one for about $75.00 and it works great.

[@dondiesel1100]

That drip pan is a must have, I love mine

[@jonyoung6405]

I agree, If you enjoy cooking on a Weber Kettle, these kinds of attachments can help if that is your cooking style. Only add ons I own are a Vortex and a Pizza kettle ( yes it works) . The sky is the limit when cooking on a Weber.

[@chinooksilver]

I'm not jazzed about the warpage after just 13 months. I've had my Homer for 19 years and have had no warpage. I think the slow n search should last just as long. I'm not buying it. Thank you for this review. I love your videos and Annie too!

[@kingmiller1982]

Had mine since July 2017 (it's 2022 now) and no warpage whatsoever m

[@rickwoodecpicker]

I think the warpage is becuase he used it several times without adding water in the resevoir. I've had mine for about 5 years and it shows no warpage. I don't use it for everyday cooking. I just use it for smoking and keep water in it during the cook.

[@skillet4068]

Before I got my WSM I used a smokenator. Served me well for years.

[@jtchristiank1]

I love your honesty. I think charcoal is the ONLY way to go. You tried both and gave your whole thoughts. Thanks.

[@raterus]

I was surprised to see how warped yours is, I've used mine consistently for a year too and it is still the same shape as when I got it. I love mine, especially for how easy it is to clean out the ash from the last grill session through the grates in the bottom.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

I use lump charcoal a lot. I'm wondering if the higher temperature it burns at causes it to warp more?

[@prestonbrown5771]

I just got slow n sear this week it was $69 and i got the grill grate for $79 form sns grills. i just bought the weber 22 inch original from home depot for $134 and change as a veteran

[@glfjunke258]

Mine warped also in less than a year. Didn't expect that for that price. I think there new 2.0 model will not have the warping problem,because the water trough is detachable. Hope mine continues to perform.

[@sdenue57]

One of the issues I have with the fire brick and water pan method is, if I'm shooting for a cooking grate temp of 225, and I put a water/drip pan in the bottom of the grill, the temp down there's not going to be high enough to generate much steam. Especially if there are fire bricks in the way. We all know how much of a difference there is between the top of the lid and the grate. I'm thinking there's even more of a difference between the grate and where the pan would sit. My SnS is ordered, can't wait to try it out. Good job on the review.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Awesome! Thanks for commenting!

[@whoyoukidding1]

I got my Slow N Sear for Father's Day this year and I LOVE it. It really does create a true two-zone environment in the kettle, and I haven't taken it out of there since the day I got it. Temperature control is super easy and you can do long cooks with ease.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

I don't think I've used mine without it either. It definitely makes cooking in the Weber easier!

[@glfjunke258]

It works well,but I'm a bit put off from the serious warping. For the price,warping was not anticipated. Too much warping for the price. Had they tested it longer they may have at least pit a warning on their site.

[@vapnut]

The slow N Sear with the bottom, placed on the charcoal grate will not allow the ashes to fall through and thus will stop the airflow causing the burn to stiffle out.

[@shagnat]

I'm one of those who thinks the slow and sear is way overpriced and to be totally honest I think it's unnecessary. You can use a to little charcoal baskets that's Weber sales I think they around $17 and you're good to go. I put your water pan in there for $0.75 or less and there is my slow and sear. There is no way in this world I'm ever going to put almost $200 into something like a slow and sear. Yes I would love the opportunity to try one but being highly skeptical that I would find true value in it. Thanks for your 13-month review I like your videos you're very honest and opens you're not trying to push anything or us to buy you just give information about where to purchase some items. Keep up the good work happy grilling

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thank you! I appreciate the comment.

[@stevenniedermann3114]

You have the only other tomato red kettle I've seen. Got mine new from a lady that never used it for $40. Love it.

[@mikedisher30]

ive used the smokenator for 10 years never used a grease pan and never got a grease fire lol, but i am going to get a slow and sear

[@BigLewBBQ]

Good points Tim. However, I'm the type of fellow who is quite content with a brick and a water pan. I'm not destitute but need my hundred and fifteen bucks more than I need a grilling gadget that does what a water pan and. brick will do. That seemed to be a very fair and honest review.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Yeah, I hear ya! This is a little nicer but a brick and water pan will Get-er-Done! :)

[@TheRealJoeyB]

Big Lew BBQ I love my sms and drip pan...I bought them almost two years ago... The Real JoeyB Dallas Fort Worth Texas USA utilizing the Traeger Timberline 1300

[@BigLewBBQ]

joey b Joey I will be obtaining a Slow ‘N Sear real soon. I am really looking forward to it. I have learned a lot more about them since I wrote this comment on TTM’s video. What I wrote above I would not write again. I think Tim did a very fair and honest review of the Slow ‘N Sear. His review hear has really helped to peak my interest in the SNS.

[@TheRealJoeyB]

Big Lew BBQ 304 stainless will not rust, I used to sell this alloy for corrosive environments, not everyone gets to work around, centrifugal, investment and sand casting foundries... Also purchased two of the new 304 stainless grill grates with the larger flaps...they don't get stuck like the regular cheap ones that come with the grill... So Let's cook some Great Q.....then eat it!!!

[@SC2804]

What kind of brick would you use ?

[@ryanb1357]

2 fire bricks are about $3 each and $1 water pan. I can easily get 12 hours out of a load of charcoal for smoking. temperature will hold between 225 and 265 the whole time. Why spend almost the cost of the kettle for an accessory nobody needs.

[@oif3gunner]

What do you mean exactly by a "load" of charcoal? I want to try it myself

[@vincentlok8894]

I was given a Kamado grill so I've not been using my SnS, however I still believe it is excellent. One thing I learned with the Kamado, which recommends using lump charcoal, is that ... lump charcoal makes very little ash. And one issue I had with the SnS (I have the 2.0 with the integrated grate at the bottom) is that ash tends to gather in one place in the kettle. So if you've set your lower vents to a slow cook, then do something foolish like go to bed, you'll notice that temps will start to drop after a few hours ... I BELIEVE that it is because ash falls out of the SnS and piles up under it and if one of your "slightly cracked open" vents is under it, it will clog with ash, thus changing your airflow. So MAYBE using charcoal lump will avoid that issue entirely?? I was going to try (but got the Kamado grill before I did) actually blocking off the one vent under the SnS (Weber kettles have three equally spaced lower vents) with high temp aluminum tape (on the outside) so that you control the temp with the two remaining lower vents. The blocked vent would then not factor in and if ash builds up, then that's OK because you factored it out anyway. The Kamado works great ... but so does the Weber with SnS. If I wasn't given the Kamado, I'd still be very happy with Kettle + SnS (and charcoal lump, or maybe blocking a vent).

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thank for the input!

[@UnkleAL1962]

I see they have a carbon steel/porcelain drip pan for $50 I don't mind porcelain products for cooking outside. I really would like the drip pan even if I didn't get the slow and sear!

[@redveiner]

I got the SNS original for Christmas. $70. even...it has no grate on the bottom to warp and has a water pan that's not removable. No problem with that, so far.

[@mikb1838]

Can you make a video about the brick in the water I don't have a round barbecue pit

[@4000marcdman]

For that price. The water reservoir should be reinforced to prevent that warpage.

[@chriscook5613]

They make them thicker now

[@MrTacticalDildo]

sorry TTM, but for that price point you'd think it wouldn't warp so badly, it looks terrible.

[@rainmakr20]

How about a cover on that grill.

[@odom2142]

rainmakr20 Those just trap moisture and create more rust!

[@Tonnsfabrication]

What's the most famous words at any BBQ gathering? Is it done yet? No one really gives a shit if you had a brick in there or a firebox. The mainstay of people I serve focus heavily on the location of the paper plates. But IMHO for the diehard kettle peeps the SnS is actually a really cool item, I don't own one but I get it.

[@cactusforever7198]

Lucky you Dude u get stuff Free ???

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Sometimes.

[@rcv79]

$160 for both items 😒 I could buy another Weber grill 🤔

[@vincentlok8894]

@Makla Bouhlel Drip n Griddle ... I use a piece of tinfoil to block any airflow. As for a griddle part ... I have many pans in the kitchen. I've also seen some people DIY a drip n griddle by buying a PIZZA pan, and cutting it to fit. $10.

[@ronl384]

What kind of a person doesn't clean his grill after being used?

[@Random_Things1001]

Lmao. It's warped to hell in a few places but then you said it's still solid. I have a sns and drip griddle. Kinda regretting spending all that money. It is convenient though.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

LOL Yeah, they have a newer model now. Hopefully, it doesn't warp as much.

[@sneakeey1]

Great evaluation! I was sent mine as well by the ABC. I really like it and most likely would have bought one. It make the Weber Kettle much more versatile.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! Yeah, they they are nice!

[@odom2142]

Thanks for the video! Were you able to get the claimed 8+ hours of 225 degrees?

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Yeah, it'll go about that long. It works pretty good!

[@progers5019]

Nice job on the review. That's all they ever said. It makes a very good grill better. True statement

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! Better and easier!

[@JesseCracksMTG]

Have you ever used the bottom drip pan to cook on rather than just the top grill grate?

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

I have a few times but I just use it as a drip pan mostly.

[@JesseCracksMTG]

@@TosTinManEasyCooking how does it work for cooking? I was pondering it might be an efficient way to get more real estate out of the Weber for large gatherings

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

@@JesseCracksMTG It’s okay. I really haven’t used it enough to form much of an opinion.

[@hrfjr3529]

I'm concerned about the warped lower lip not allowing the drip n griddle to lay flush with the slow n sear. Did you use 2 slow n sears in the video? Early in the vid I saw the warped lower lip. Later it was missing.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

The warping hasn't caused any functional problems that I've noticed. It still fits in the grill fine and it cooks great! It's the same Slow 'N Sear throughout the video. I only have one.

[@hrfjr3529]

I see it now. The viewing angle blocked the lip.

[@dneck]

Nice honest review. I'm not your biggest fan but at least you're honest. It seems like you're neglecting your grill and equipment, to be honest. get a decent cover for your grill and keep the grates seasoned with oil so they repel water and don't rust. Take care of your stuff, Tos!

[@bentackett6299]

It's HIS stuff though...

[@kalvli]

i dont know about recommending a product thats all bent and warped.. doesnt make you feel like its a good quality product.

[@crunchmunch5282]

As long as it holds water who cares unless you are going to leave it hanging in the garage so it don't get no heat on it, I love mine. It is made to use and it holds up because it is stainless instead of your typical Chinese steel.

[@kenuber4766]

or if some company gave you one!!

[@cookingwithtomtom]

Hey Jim! I really enjoyed this review. If I had a Weber Kettle, I would have the slow n sear for sure. It is worth the money to me. Your review gave me more data to work with if I ever decide to go in that direction. Thank you for a great review!

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks Tom! This Slow 'N Sear definitely makes a good set-up!

[@harley5029]

What.Is your bumper music?

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Tonto

[@michaelwalker7961]

Hey Tos TinMan....thanks for showing this, I appreciate it. I personally think I will stay with my two bricks and heavy duty Aluminium (acts as the drip tray), and it's done me well, I also own WSM as well. I do have the Slow 'N sear charcoal holders without the water reserve, but put little tin pie holders with water under the meat I am cooking. So far so good, but thanks, I probably wouldn't spend that much money for those products...unless I had Disposable income to do so. But hey...great video and I'm still on the brick side. LOL

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks!

[@greedgecko]

thanks for the video. god bless

[@TheBababa420]

I really like mine..

[@MemphisMike901]

Thanks for the review. Love my Webber Kettle!

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Me too! Thanks for watching!

[@randywood4782]

I have a Weber grill for 30 years or more good grill

[@theirishbbqdad8578]

Thanks for the review; I have found it quite useful

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thank you!

[@corismsyn]

I've had a $100 grill for 10 years and it hasn't rusted out. Keep it covered.

[@nygardenguru]

Nice guy he's getting sponsored at least not too pushy

[@freddyflintstoned913]

Insane pricing.

[@charliessmokinbbq6736]

Thanks for the advice brother

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@CamilleDeveveraux]

Stopped right after "they sent it to me for free", how your opinion can be trusted after that.

[@dneck]

he's just being honest so that you know the circumstances and where he's coming from. it's just a disclaimer.

[@bentackett6299]

I trust his opinion just fine. He listed the pros and cons taking into consideration how much it costs. Honest...

[@LassesFoodAndBarbecue]

Great review Jim. I am on the fence. Good to have more info from you :)

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! I'm really enjoying using this!

[@JonJon0322]

I was on the fence as well. It’s not cheap. But it has not left my grill since I put it in. No complaints here except I do wish I sprung for the Plus version

[@daviddesmond2143]

Slow and sear is too expensive for me. Temu sells a knockoff for $32. Bricks are even cheaper

[@jtapia92]

Nice music

[@ChristysCookingLifestyle]

Great review, I'm definitely gonna order one of those Drip and Griddle pans this Summer. Those foil pans cost money too, for the convenience the SNS is definitely worth it. Thanks for sharing😃

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! I used to forget to use a drip pan a lot of the time and then my vents would get stuck shut on cold days from all of the grease.

[@rottvang]

150 bucks is ridiculous. I could by a smoker or a new Weber. Ill just weld one together.

[@rexxidy3171]

can we have tos tin man merch

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

You mean like T-shirts? Any suggestions?

[@rexxidy3171]

yes

[@rexxidy3171]

mhm

[@MrTacticalDildo]

I like your videos (no homo)...what kind of bird do you have?

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! An African Grey Parrot.

[@odom2142]

Tactical Dildo? Lol

[@shanemarcotte2062]

Read the Facebook thread and ended up here. Thanks for the review! Now i'll sub your channel.

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@officerbobby7974]

it's really overpriced... sheet metal and some welds and you can make your own

[@colinbutler2552]

Id like to thank KZbin for shoving its Political advertizing down our throats and now placing ads on top of ads. Your really beginning to not be worth using anymore...

[@davidibrahim1383]

Grillaque is better and half the price

[@jackp9589]

David Ibrahim never heard of it but now that I’m googling it, Seems like a much better value

[@waynethebarber1095]

So you got it free, so you love it.... it looks cool, so I look cool....FAIL!!

[@smokinjoes9383]

I enjoy your channel but, this product to is just a waste of cash. If adrenaline barbecue would’ve sent me one sure I’ll use it although I’ll stick with my fire bricks and my foil pan & a sheet of foil on the bottom to block the excess heat, if I want something nice I’ll buy a new truck.

[@bpy4073]

Rip off must have more money than sense

[@kevinhullinger8743]

This company took advantage of newbies. What a joke

[@mgmz54]

bla bla bla bla wtf

[@tedthompson2163]

You sound like a guy who's making a video because the company that gave you a product to review keeps asking, "Hey, where's that review you promised?"