The thermometer did not work for 1.5" steaks, but I probably used it wrong and will try again. It worked perfectly for a tri-tip.
It seems that the app needs to be used in a particular sequence. Backing up in that sequence seems to erase what was done previously. It will take some time to get used to the sequences.
It worked well with my Apple Watch, too. Very convenient to check cooking progress on my wrist instead of carrying the phone. This product is far better than opening the lid to insert an instant read thermometer.
I bought this unit for cooking our Christmas prime rib and fortunately I had kept my old remote temp unit. Used the #1 port and the unit flat lined at 70 degrees for the first 1 1/2 hrs. Put probe in the #2 port and temp went up to 105. Put the probe for my old unit in the meat and it showed 120. The Weber temp finally got to 110, old unit 125, pulled the meat and it was perfect 125 med-rare. If I had used the iGill 3 until it got to 125 the meat would have been well done!! Will use it again to see how it does but I will definitely have a back up!!!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from weber.comBy Weber Grills, Weber Grills, January 7, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We apologize that is has been less than satisfactory, however. One of our iGrill experts has reached out to you to discuss your warranty and assist your further.
I installed this in late December. Installation was very easy and quick. One suggestion, the temperature probes plug into the bottom of the unit and it is awkard to plug the probe in, especially at night in the dark. I think where the probes plug into the unit should be moved to the side. After install, I plugged in a probe and started grill and app and it worked very well measuring the temperature. But yesterday while cooking a steak with the probe in the steak I kept losing the connection, very annoying. Will try again on a chicken this week.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from weber.comBy Weber Grills, Weber Grills, January 7, 2019
Thank you for your feedback and suggestions! To help with connectivity of your iGrill 3, we recommend resetting it by following these steps:
-Hold down the power button for 15 seconds -Open your phone's Bluetooth settings and locate your iGrill 3 in the list -For iOS, select "Forget this Device" or for Android, select "Unpair" -Restart your phone -Open the app and pair
I really like the IGrill 3 setup and it really helps out with indirect cooking so you don't have to raise the hood and loose your heat. App is very easy to use. I do wish the color coding on the probes acted as an "Oven Mit". I find it hard to remove the probe and if you touch it once it's hot, you will learn to never do that again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from weber.comBy Weber Grills, Weber Grills, January 7, 2019
Thank you for your review! We always advise using a grilling glove when handling the iGrill probes as they can reach very high temperatures.
Life altering for fish! Bluetooth works perfectly!
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: Tucker-grilling
from Atlanta, GA
Gender:Female
Expertise:Intermediate
Verified Purchase:Yes
Best. Flounder. Ever. Oh my gosh I struggle with grilling fish, even with the fish basket... this made for the most amazing fish grill! Excellent for other meats too as it makes my life easier when it comes to checking on the meat - and life altering on fish! As it gets colder, and food takes longer on the grill, these sure make life easier than going and checking w/ the external meat thermometer, even for meats that I know the cook time for well and grill all the time (steak, chicken, etc). I keep my grill about 40 ft. from the kitchen just based on our patio layout, and have found the blue tooth works perfectly for my distance - I know some folks had problems - but I'm on an iPhone 6, and it's been wonderful for me at least - even when I'm inside the house watching the app (the app is so entertaining even for the non-grill-obsessed in the family). The timer count down and the little heads up that your meat is almost ready alerts - I wish I'd bought this months ago :) It seemed frivolous when I was buying the grill this May - but having now added it to my grill accessory collection - soooo worth it!
I love my Weber grill and my wife and I cook out 90% of the time. We were looking to enhance the experience by getting what we grill right all the time . The igrill 3 was the answer to our prayers . Whatever we cook it’s perfect everytime
I used to either under or over cook meat on the grill... since I got the iGrill.. that never happens!! EVER... Consistently the meat I cook on the grill is cooked perfectly... I couldn't be happier and now I don't keep lifting the lid to see how the meat is doing... usually about ½ way through.. I go lift the lid and turn over... with the 10 degree alert that the meat is almost ready... I'm right there waiting and BAM... done to perfection.
my only con... it is bluetooth.. so keep your phone within range... but when you do go out of range (and I do frequently).. it reconnects with no problem.