I have only used it a few times but everything works as it’s supposed to. Have not noticed any rust developing which was my main reason for buying the slate. I do like the front grease tray. Excellent griddle. I would definitely recommend. My only recommendation would be to offer leveling casters for the grill. Most users do not have a perfectly level floor as decks and porches usually slope to drain water. Leveling casters would be great to be able to level the griddle when you locate where you want to place it on your floor.
I’m very pleased with my Weber griddle. It’s built very well and cooks great. I’ve never had a griddle before, so I’m still learning and watching YouTube videos, which are helpful. I’m hoping it lasts a long time.
Love it, super easy to cook on, super easy to clean, super versatile! While you don't get that "charred" taste on meats, it cooks wonderfully, and is so perfect for multitasking your cooking. I'll never go back to the traditional gas grill with grates.
After nearly 2 years of research, I decided to buy the Weber Slate 30-inch Griddle. I went for the 30-inch because it perfectly into the space I had available for a griddle. The absolute most important factor in my decision making was the quality of the cooking surface itself. I wanted something smooth and easy to maintenance. I know that rust is a major problem with most laptop griddles and the smoothness of the cooking service plays a major role in the quality of food produced. Also the thickness of the cooking service this important in heat distribution. The griddle on the Slate is extremely smooth, like fine old cast iron, and HEAVY. I weighed it, and it weighed in at 40 lb. It's thick, and heat retention and distribution is excellent. Simply based on the cooking surface, the Weber Slate would have been the only choice for me. Beyond that, the rest of the unit is top-notch. I love the built-in digital thermometer, and the easy access to the grease tray, from the front of the unit instead of having on the back. The cabinets are excellent for keeping tools and supplies safe and clean and the side shelves with optional accessories are very handy to have. The lid is sturdy and beautiful and the available cover is also excellent quality. This unit is comparably priced and even less expensive than other brands of similar accessories, and a bit more expensive than other options that are more stripped down, but in my opinion this is the absolute best value on the market. Super happy with this and I'm sure it will provide years and years of excellent service. Super easy to maintain and I'm not at all worried about the cooking service rusting over time. Love it! If you want to see it in action, and if you want to ask me questions about it, visit my YouTube channel. Just look up TonyTone BBQ. As of May 2025, I have nearly 30,000 subscribers and millions of views. I'm looking forward to making more videos using the Weber Slate!