Ratings & Reviews for Char-Griller AKORN Auto Kamado 18-in W Gray Kamado Charcoal Grill
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What Customers Are Saying
The grill is praised for its consistent temperature control, excellent heat retention, and fuel efficiency. Users highlight its versatility in handling a wide range of cooking tasks, from low-and-slow smoking to high-heat searing, resulting in exceptional flavor and quality of the food. While a few customers have reported minor technical issues, the majority describe the grill as reliable and durable, offering a significant upgrade over traditional grills.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Set it and forget is number #1.
Would RecommendI bought my Auto Kamado in December 2025. I use it 4-5 times a week. I have had other "automated" systems, the auto kamado is by far the best. It keeps in perfect , set it to 400° it reaches that temp in minutes and holds it all day! Best auto system, period!
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4 Years - Still Works - Issues R 100% My Fault!
Would RecommendLet me say, PLEASE Come out with a Version 2.0!!! This is the future of grilling! I have pictures to prove it. After 1-2-3-4 Years of use, cooking, grilling, roasting, smoking, etc. YES I did indeed use all these features, and they all work. The grill has seen better days, but it is 100% my fault and if anything a testament to the longevity of the product. In short, my Auto-Kamado (Tee Em!! as Ricky Bobby would add) has sat outside, too often uncovered (including at least 1 entire winter), in...
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Early Father's Day Win
Would RecommendIt just works! We wanted something that would smoke and grill while looking good and not taking up too much room in the backyard. We immediately made some fantastic smoked ribs and grilled steaks. It was easy to operate and keep clean. Bought the cover separately, and it looks great! The grill came in many pieces and took a little assembly, and some of the steps took applying some pressure, but the end result was definitely worth it.
Great
Would RecommendGrill is running great. Great charcoal fuel saver.
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Had the original, this is a game changer!
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had the original for years. I loved it, and still do, but my wife got me the Auto as a gift. There’s a bit of a learning curve but it isn’t bad. The build is what I have come to expect from Char-Griller; exceptional! The Auto-Kamado screams quality. There’s nothing “cheap” about it, except for the price! The build is rock solid and it is definitely built to last! Looks like this one is a keeper that I will have and enjoy for years to come!
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My 2nd Auto Kamado, but certainly not the last.
Would RecommendThis is my 2nd Auto Kamado. I’m still using the first, but it’s beginning to wear out from age and use. I received an email from Akorn about a one day flash sale for the Auto, so I jumped on it. Needless to say, I feel that this grill is fantastic, and suits my cooking style very well. Can’t see myself using anything other grill.
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Grill/Smoking through the years
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] In bought this probably about 7 years ago. we break it out every time we smoke grill wings. so basically every sunday during the Seahawks season . It has a ton of wear on it but it’s still going strong surviving the Florida heat and rain
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AMAZING GRILL/SMOKER
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the best grill I have ever owned. I have been grilling and smoking on this type for 10 years now. I will never swap brands.
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An affordable product
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A friend of mine bought this Akorn auto kamado and the steaks came delicious and very soft
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Pure Love
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is the ticket to fantastic barbeques! There is no messing food up! It is like having a perfect kitchen outside!
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Fantastic Grill well worth the wait
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I can see why this grill was always SOLD OUT every time that I tried to order it. I have an Akorn Kamado that I bought 5 to 6 years ago that I use at my summer camp in upstate New York. I have always thought this was the ultimate BBQ Grill until we bought a new house in SC, and I bought the Akorn Auto-Komado Grill to use when we are here. WOW OH WOW what an amazing grill. The automatic features to this grill are easy to use and help to keep the...
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Interesting setup
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just received the auto kamado. Put it together and seasoned it. I cooked a couple of New York strips on it and they were excellent! I also bought the cooking stone but have yet to use it. Hoping to smoke a pork butt soon. I really like the looks of this smoker/grill. I'm really excited to do some serious smoking on it.
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Great
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Never been a big fan of a charcoal grill but man did this thing ever change my mind. Rather use this than my Gas gri
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The BEST GRILL ever!!
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased this for my fiancé for Christmas. He absolutely loves it. We have had chicken, burgers, and sausage. The food comes out so well! I highly recommend this grill to anyone considering buying it. The price is great and it is my favorite purchase of the entire year! My entire family LOVES it and begs for him to use it everyday!
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Doesn’t last long
Would Not RecommendI bought the Auto kamado a couple years ago, parts don’t last very long, not good quality.
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I’ll give it a five star because I have owned three char griller but I’ve never bought a digital one. Can’t wait to unwrap my char griller digital.
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