I BBQ with charcoal so the grate does not get hot enough to create grill marks. If it was made with smaller amount of materials it might work better. When using a gas grill it probably works fine.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from weber.comBy Weber Grills, Weber Grills, January 28, 2019
Hi! We are sorry to hear you are having trouble with your sear grate. That grate should provide great grill marks with ease whether on charcoal or gas. We have reached out to you via email to offer you some tips to get great sear marks with your sear grate. Thanks!