Blaze 20-Inch Cast Aluminum Kamado Grill - BLZ-20-KAMADO

Thought I bought this. Confirmed multiple times it was available only to have it canceled the following afternoon. Not happy with my experience with this company

The ground underneath our foundation melted five inches but this smoker said, "Fire? Never heard of it! This is my literal job!" Not a scratch, smudge, nor an ash. It literally looks like we lost our home and then bought the smoker. So WOW 10/10 would recommend.

My salesllady was GREAT! I think it was Alicia

I looked around and decided to get the Blaze Kamado because of the aluminum construction and stainless steel components. I would definitely buy it again just for that. I can say that most of the challenges have been from not having much experience smoking, and the Blaze has been very forgiving. It holds temps well and cleans up like a dream. I just throw everything in the dishwasher, scrape down the sides into the ash pan to easily lift out and, ready to go again. I got the half moon stainless deflector plates and the rotisserie kit. I can use the rotisserie drip pan for a water bath for long smokes. After having given up all hope to become a master, I bought a temp controller and blower fan with a universal adapter and was able to find a company that makes a universal receiver that fits the Blaze. My husband rigged a basket that fits perfectly so I can just lift out the unused charcoal, which would be really messy otherwise. So that would be one area for improvement, as it took a long time to research optimizing and I am not sure everyone would have the time to find the gadgets here and there to make it work. But it was worth it. The only other thing I wish I had was better access to the bottom with a bigger vent. I would love to slip in a tray so I can add wood chips during a smoke. If this ever came out with a larger size and more accessories, I bet one of my kids would be ecstatic to get this as a hand-me-down because I wouldn't be able to resist.

There is a learning curve. I could set it to run 180 for as long as my heart desires. I smoke, broil rotisserie you name it you can do it. Close the air vents and reuse the charcoal. Very efficient, it has serial number on the bottom, I carved my name and phone number with a hammer and a screwdriver when I was smoking. I have been a full time camper for 2 yrs very durable can't see how anyone could not love this. Only con is if it is 400 on the inside it is 400 on the outside. I have used this in Pa too Florida It is heavy.

This grill is a work of art, indestructible and works like a charm. The fit and finish is 5 star, machining is aircraft quality. It was a treat for me and it's well worth every penny. It holds heat like a Boss and I mean it. I bought in November of 2021 and have only used it in Alaskan winter. it is the real deal. 100% would recommend. It's between sizes of a "Green Egg Large and XL. Plenty bog enough for Turkey, Prime Rib, Brisket of smaller items for 6-8. Can't wait to get the rotisserie kit and the indirect charcoal basket. I have the stainless handles and the stainless rolling cart. They are equally as well made. Forget the price and buy this grill. put it on your homeowners insurance and in your will because it will outlast you.

I will not besmirch my prior ceramic kamado grill as it served me well for many years BUT I am glad I no longer have to worry about cracking fireboxes, flaking glaze and rusty steel bands. This Blaze Kamado is bombproof. Period. Maintaining and adjusting temperature is a breeze like any other kamado after a brief learning curve. I have zero issues maintaining 225 all day on a single load, 550 for pizza cooks and even 700 for a short time as a "self cleaning" mode. I have seen some concerns about maintaining temps in the cold or during rain but I have had zero issues. I find no downsides to this aluminum kamado vs. it's ceramic counterparts. It may cost a bit more but for me it was worth it for the heavy duty build........the hinge, grates, vents are all a step above in quality and stoutness. Not much else to say, simply a fantastic kamado......great job Blaze! ******I did have a warranty issue with my main cooking grate shortly after purchase (a failed weld) and a replacement was sent to me with zero hassle. I am less concerned about the issue (things happen) than I am with how the company dealt with it and I gotta say they were outstanding.

I gave my large Primo Kamado to my son when I bought this Blaze Kamado a year and a half ago. While the Primo had been quite a good cooker, I had to replace all the ceramic parts at least once in the 15 plus years I'd owned it. While the actual parts were free, including the complete outer shell the one time I had to replace it, the shipping wasn't. The Blaze Kamado has been really good, but I find two things that could be improved: 1. They need to include a charcoal basket. The bottom vent is not designed to be used as a cleanout. You must remove all components down to the bottom pan to remove the ash and little charcoal bits left over from a cook. This means you have to lift out the charcoal grate with whatever bits haven't fallen through to the bottom ash pan. It's a little messy to do this and so I was able, after much research, to find a charcoal basket that fits almost perfectly into the Blaze. I only had to remove 3 small pieces of the basket using a handheld 3" angle grinder for a perfect fit. The basket I ended up with was the Only Fire Stainless Steel Charcoal Ash Basket fitted for the X-Large Big Green Egg. Now I can lift out the basket and set it aside when I have to remove the bottom ash pan to empty the ash. 2. I think Blaze could put a slightly larger bottom vent on their kamado. It takes longer to heat up than my Primo with the limited size of the bottom vent, even if you open the little door all the way. That being said, I love this cooker. I added a 20 inch plancha (round grill plate) from Arteflame. The one they sell for the Kamado Classic Joe, a 20" w/center grate, fits into the Blaze. I did add three weld beads at equidistant spots around the circumference to make for a little tighter fit, but it works without them. I use this grill plate to cook on more than anything else unless I'm doing low and slow.

This is my first Kamado and first charcoal grill. I have been able to both grill and smoke and have a solid base to learn on. The grill is ridiculously sturdy, easy to clean and just a great piece of equipment

This kamado is amazing my first cook was pork butt smoked . once dialed in at 250 degrees never had to touch anything for 9 hours very very pleased at how well the kamado cooks