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Pros
Compact and portable
Long lasting and durable
More affordable than other BBQs
Cons
Larger Weber BBQs may be more effective
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Unreliable & dangerous.
Our weber goes out all the time... several times in a row. Gas continues to flow under lid.. dangerous if we hit the ignition button!
Purchased in 2018 for $ 329 dollars.
Purchased in April 2018 at Wangaratta for A$329.00.
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VeronicaArmidale
- 2 reviews
- 2 likes
Most over rated BBQ
We purchased our Weber based on reviews from other people for our caravan. I would say DON'T it is the most over rated BBQ ever.
We also own any other brand BBQ for home that does a much better job.
The trivet tray does not do what it claims even after following directions as instructed by Weber.
Purchased in March 2018 for A$329.00.
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4.9(47)JohnBSouth East Queensland, QLD
Beware: Plastic frames melt
I have owned 2 of these Webers now (one familyQ and one BabyQ) , they are a good BBQ other than the dangerous fault of the steel frame melting the plastic stands when roasting. This has happened to me twice now, yesterday being the latest incident. Its a bad fault for an expensive BBQ so they need to built with a steel stand. Contacted company and hoping for a full refund on both BBQ's...but won't hold my breath.
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Hi John, thanks for your review and we're sorry to see that you've had an incident with your Q.
We can assure you that the materials that the frames are made from (GLASS-REINFORCED NYLON) will not me... Read more
lt unless exposed to extremely high heat (like when there is a fire), and they do not catch fire for no reason. Most common causes of fires are user error (using incorrect setup, wrong setting, etc) or because they were not cleaned prior to a fatty cook. On the rare occasion that there was a factory fault with the barbecue, we would, of course, assist with replacing any parts that were faulty. If it's happened to you twice with two different barbecues, I would say that there may be a problem with the way you're setting up your barbecue to cook certain foods, which is something we can help you with if you contact our customer service team.Hi WB, thanks for your feedback, looks like I'll have to clean the BBQ after every use to be safe.
Both fires occurred when roasting with a trivet, as per weber videos. My theory is that the trivet ... Read more
reflects heat back downwards in the base of the BBQ which causes the frame to melt into the nylon. My BBQ is in the open northern sun also, and both meltdowns occurred on hot days, this may be a contributing factor so I think your engineers might want to test future BBQ designs in high heat conditions (we live in Australia after all).Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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Chris G
- 9 reviews
- 14 likes
Absolutely useless and overpriced.
The Baby Q is good for a lot of things - great even cooking as a BBQ. But for Pizza - using the overpriced accessory - it is absolutely useless - not hot enough and stews it to death.
Purchased in August 2019.
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Hi Chris, thanks for your review, and we're sorry to hear you're not happy with your pizza stone accessory!
Can I ask how long you let the stone & barbecue pre-heat? Did you use a convection tray and... Read more
trivet as well as the stone? We'd like to help you get the best from your barbecue, so we need to know how you were using it :)Preheated for 20mins. The second pizza went in about 40mins after the bbq was first turned on and still took forever to cook. Yes used the foil tray with trivet over and stone on top.
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Was the stone in the barbecue when you were pre-heating? and what setting was the barbecue on while you were cooking the pizza?
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Not happyCentral Queensland, QLD
Accessory pricing
Weber baby q 1200 series. Came with no side tables to sit food on. 60 bucks thanks very much. Decided to roast a chook on the weekend thought I,d get a rotisserie. 160 bucks thank you very much. Assembled and read the instructions. Seems I need a convection tray to roast meat above. The only reason you need this is for rotisserie cooking. Did not come in the packaging. What a rip off! Made my own with an alfoil tray. Now I,m up for a hot plate to cook bacon and eggs while travelling because that didnt,t come with the little gem either. Weber re...Read more
ally need to offer better value for money. Not overly impressed at all. Rotisserie does not fold flat for travelling either. Would spend my money elsewhere if I had my time again. Be careful if you buy a trolley with it and pull it around while hot. The Weber will pull straight off its mounting points.Purchased in September 2019.
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Hi there, thanks for leaving a review and we appreciate your feedback. Our barbecues are versatile on their own, but each person has different requirements so that is why we offer so many different ac... Read more
cessories; you can customise your barbecue kit the way you see fit! You should not be moving your barbecue on its cart while the barbecue is hot- if it needs to be moved, please do so prior to your cook, or once the barbecue is cooled down as it is a hazard if moved while hot.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
VERY DISAPPOINTED
I had a larger model of Weber a size up to the Baby Q. I gave it to my son who subsequently offered me the Baby Q to replace the one I gave to him. Both are Webers and I thought the performance would be the same. Alas it was not to be so. It kept switching off at the beach and could not arrive to proper cooking temperatures for couple of steaks and sausages for two people. We tried in vain. We have returned the weber to BCF telling them that it would not perform. My commitment to the brand has not changed but my attitude towards the ret...Read more
ailers and their warranty for product has somewhat taken a blow. First off I advised the manager at the counter that the situation was not acceptable. Even though, a pensioner, I was willing to add any amount of money to get out of this BBQ product situation and buy something else; but they kept telling me that a bbq will keep extinguishing itself at the beach. I know every well that this is not true at my age. And now they are not willing to exchange, refund or consider any kind of reparation which is absurd. The item is new, still in its packaging. Receipts are there. I am going to take this to another forum. Weber must think that we are a bunch of goats in this country. Why would Weber sell a BBQ to be used in the open if it is not going to work. Definition of BBQ: Cooking outdoors. Do I have to use this one in my garage? Be careful when you buy one. It is an appliance to be used indoors not outdoors. I don't want mine back. It is either a refund or an exchange for something else.1 comment
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Hi Gerard, thanks for getting in touch and we're sorry to hear that you've had an unpleasant experience with your Q.
It sounds like there could be an issue with the regulator, as it sounds like there... Read more
either isn't enough gas getting through the burners or there is too much and it's burning out (not enough oxygen). We can definitely help, so can you please either call us on 1300 301 290 with your serial number handy or email us at social@weberbbq.com.au and we can go from there.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
GeorgeAdelaide
- 2 reviews
Temperature seems stuck on 100
Tried to cook a roast again today. A 1.5 Pork roast is raw inside after 90 min. High for 30 min before putting in the roast. Temp. is now 120c after 2 hrs (30min. heating BabyQ and 1.5 hrs cooking). Christmas Gift from family last year. Have now tried to use three times over the past 11 months. End up bringing in and cooking in the oven.
Have watched all the videos. It looks so easy. What are we doing wrong?
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi George, thanks for getting in touch and sorry to hear you're having issues with your pork roast. I will need a bit more info to properly identify the issue, and you're more than welcome to ring us ... Read more
on 1300 301 290 for assistance if that's easier for you. - what type of pork roast was it? Shoulder, leg, belly, etc.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
VeronicaMarcoola
- 2 reviews
Huge Disappointment
Does not heat up enough to cook a sizzling steak. Have been told by a chef it is because it has just one ring of burners. Don't waste your money go for a bigger model Should not be sold as is, I have even had the Weber people out and told me it was fine, apparently they loved stewed fillet steak
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi Veronica, thanks for your review and we're saddened to hear that you aren't happy with your Baby Q. Your Q should definitely be able to sear fantastic steaks that are full of flavour!
We'd love ... Read more
to be able to help you get the best from your barbecue- can you please send us an email at social@weberbbq.com.au and we can run you through the proper set-up and the way you're cooking so we can see what the issue is? ThanksSimilar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Gary
- 13 reviews
- 2 likes
Not my stile of bbq
I was verry disappointed with my baby q gas bbq if you want the smoky flavor of burnt fat then its for you not me their idea of how to bbq is far from mine slow cooks sausages is all i would use it for i prefer the old hot plate that cooks steak ext like a pan with a clean flavor
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi Gary, we're saddened to hear that you are not satisfied with your Baby Q. By cooking with the lid down, all those beautiful smokey, bbq flavours circulate around the food, imparting flavour into wh... Read more
atever it is you're cooking. It does get searing hot, which is great for sausages, steaks and hamburgers- most of the typical things you would think of when you think of barbecue food. It can also do so much more than that, like baking cakes, creating casseroles, roasting meats, etc.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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VeronicaMarcoola
- 2 reviews
Biggest disappointment
Had one now for 4 years approx. Not satisfied at all, the guy came out and cleaned it and said there was n othing wrong with it. I like steak charcoal on the outside not stewed. Never had pork crackle ever. If i could afford to toss it and buy something else i would asap but cannot afford to do so. I don't understand how so many people are in love with these bcues I think it is rubbish.
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi Veronica, thanks for taking the time to review our product. We'd love you to get the best from your barbecue, so would you be willing to email us at social@weberbbq.com.au and tell us a bit more ab... Read more
out what the barbecue is doing, what has been done to rectify it so far and how you would like us to help. Thanks Veronica.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Mick
- 2 reviews
Caught fire
I was using my baby q to directions with Webber accessories.
I was using the rotisserie when it caught on fire .
It melted my stand and has ruined my trust and my bbq. I was happy with it until this happened.
My q was given to me as a bday present I’ve been given all correct accessories and use it following all instructions.. my stand melted my bbq was on fire this all happened whilst I went to get a drink ! Not sure if I’ll replace it I don’t understand why it even happened.
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi Mick, thanks for your review.
We're saddened to hear that this has happened to you, and we'd love to help where we can. If you can give us a bit more information about the incident, we can hopefully help determine the cause of it: ... Read more
Can we ask what you were cooking at the time of the incident? What temperature/dial setting was the Q on at the time of the incident? Were you using any foil or trays in the Q? Was the drip tray new or used before you started cooking? Had the cookbox been scraped/wiped out prior to cooking? If you feel more comfortable having this conversation over email, please send us your response to social@weberbbq.com.au. Thanks Mick, we look forward to hearing from you.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
samballina
- 2 reviews
Continued disappointment
I purchased my Baby Q in November 2017 so it is under 6 months old. I have had no less than four faulty parts replaced on this BBQ since purchasing. December 2017: Upon lighting the BBQ it made puffing sounds and would blow large flames from the burner close to where the ignition spark comes from and sometimes extinguish during the pre-heating stage or during the cooking process. As gas continues to flow it would create a potential hazard when relighting and a waste a lot gas. So Weber told me not to use the BBQ until the part was replaced and ...Read more
sent out a new gas hose. This did not solve the problem. Then Weber again said not to use the BBQ and sent out a new burner and replaced the old manual ignition with an electric one and insisted a gas-fitter installed them. So a gas-fitter installed both parts and it still made the puffing sounds and he said that the BBQ wasn't getting enough air and i should hold the lid open for a period of time during the pre-heating stage. I would have thought that a proper functioning BBQ would not need the operator to do this? I asked customer care if it would be easier to send me a new BBQ? No was their reply, they can keep sending out replacement parts to fix it. It still occasionally makes the puffing sound and last week went out during the pre-heating stage. March 2018: Last week when i was giving the inside of the lid and under the grill a clean i noticed the grill plates have rusted! This is a 4 month old BBQ and it has already rusted. So once again i contact customer care and they send out replacement grills. This is the fourth part replaced in four months, one would think i have a lemon of a BBQ and would be better off being replaced with a new one but no Weber just keeps on sending replacement parts which requires me to be home to accept delivery or if I'm not home i have to drive to the post office to collect it at great inconvenience. Not getting to use my BBQ whilst waiting for replacement parts is also a great inconvenience. Yes Weber has a very good customer care department worthy of 5 stars but as far as quality of the product, that is only worth 1 star due to the problems occurred in four months, not four years.1 comment
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Hi Sam, thanks for your comment.
We appreciate how frustrated you must be, and we're saddened that you've had this experience. ... Read more
It sounds like you're already in touch with our customer service team, and we're working towards a solution, but if you'd like to discuss this further, we're happy to have a chat on 1300 301 290. Thanks again for taking the time to review our product, and if there is anything else we can do, please let us know.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Webber Baby Q pizza stone
Brought the pizza stone to do pizzas on the Webber. Followed the instructions. Used foil and trivet. Pizzas had thin base and medium toppings,
What a disaster! The pizza was doughy on the bottom and burnt on the top. Would not recommend. Save your money. Save money, dOnt buy the pizza stone and if making pizza , use the oven
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Oh no - Steph that's horrible to hear you've had a pizza fail! I have used the Weber Q's for over ten years, and I am confident that if you follow the instructions with a double layer of foil (the siz... Read more
e of the trivet) or better yet a convection tray, then the trivet on top, then the pizza stone on top of the trivet - LID DOWN and preheat for 20mins to get the stone really hot, and importantly EVENLY heated, then preparing pizzas that way you described, putting them on the tray that comes with the set, and leaving the lid down, and Baby Q on HIGH whilst cooking - it should take about 12-15 mins for a perfectly cooked pizza. Please please please try it again - and check out the pizza cooking video either on the DVD that comes with the unit, or on YouTube or our website - we do all the instructions in house (in Australia) and only ever realise products that work. Or please call Weber Customer Service direct on 1300 301 290 or email on custserv@weberbbq.com.au - we'd be happy to talk you through it. Cheers, Dave@WeberAustraliaSimilar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Two temperature settings: very hot and scorching!
It's impossible to slow roast anything. You can really only cook things that need a very high heat, so steaks, roasts and any firm cut of meat are off the menu, I'm afraid. The temperature adjustment knob is far too insensitive - the difference between the highest and lowest temperatures is minimal
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Hi Sam - what sort of roasts do you want to do? Roasting chickens, legs of lamb (or racks), beef, turkey and pork - all roast fantastically well at temperatures around the 200C or above on the Weber Q... Read more
. Cooking steaks are generally done on HIGH heat, as this sears the outside without overcooking the inside. As mentioned in your question regarding low and slow, the Weber Qs are not really designed for proper low and slow - this requires temps around 110C for things like Beef brisket, Pork ribs, or shoulders etc. A Weber Kettle or Smokey Mountain Cooker are much better suited to this kind of barbecuing.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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What The!!
I have had a Weber kettle for almost as long as I can remember. Not a problem - however, despite following the Weber Q cooking instructions religiously, we have not been able to crack a decent meal. Fact is, it's going to be consigned to the scrap heap and we will revert to the kettle. All too hard Mr Weber!!
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Hi Steve - I'm so sorry to hear about your experience with your Weber Q - please let us help you get the results we know you can achieve. You mentioned that you have followed the cooking instructions,... Read more
the first thing to check is that you're going off the Australia and New Zealand instructions - also, do you have the DVD which came with your unit? That was made right here and will show you how to get wonderful results...... The very last thing we want is for any Weber to be consigned to the scrap heap, and after years of using a Weber kettle, you know how good they are. Feel free to call our customer service team on 1300 30 1290 or email at custserv@weberbbq.cpom.au = we're here to help Steve! Cheers, Dave@WeberAustraliaSimilar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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ChrisMMelbourne, Victoria
Weber Q100 and Portable Cart NOT compatible
I received a Weber Baby Q 100 for Christmas several years ago and so far have not gotten around to using it. This year I was given a money to buy the Portable Cart to go with the Baby Q. I spoke to the guy at the Weber Specialist shop and said I had a Baby Q and which cart I could get that would suit. He indicated to me this one was the one for the Baby Q. Excited I brought it home and put it together, got my Baby Q out of the garage and who would believe it but the Baby Q does not fit...Not happy.... IF they are going to sell something then maybe they should design it so that it fits all of the Baby Q's out there not just to more recent ones... I was so excited and now think I will just sell them all and go back to the old style barbie
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Hi Chris - I'm sorry to hear about your experience. If the sales person at the shop was told that you had an older style Weber Baby Q100, then they should have told you that it doesn't fit the new Por... Read more
table Trolley which has been designed for the all new Weber Baby Q1000. This is the first major product update to the Weber Q range in ten years, and understandably there have been some changes to the frame which prevent the older style fitting on the newer trolley. However, we do still have some of the older style Rolling Carts available for purchase, which your Weber Specialist can order in. Once again, apologies for your experience, and please let us know if we can help in any way. Cheers, Dave@WeberAustraliaSimilar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
BlakeBrisbane
- 4 reviews
- 6 likes
Not the best
Hi I've had my baby weber for about 2-3 years now and it's not that great. It works good as a bbq but not real good as a roaster. It dosnt get very hot and can't crackle a pork in it. I've tried straight on the trivot with and without foil, in and on baking trays and preheating to the max. It has has a new regulator replaced under warranty but no great difference in performance. I cooked a pork belly in it tonight out of the wind in a caravan annex on the trivet with foil. Had no crackle and the hottest it got was when the fat caught on fire un...Read more
derneath the grill! Thought there wasn't supposed to be flair ups with webers but mine does it a fair bit. Mine is the model with the temp gauge in it and most roasting on camping trips it rarely hits 180c. Don't think I would recommend a small weber. My family weber at home works fine, no dramas with it only the flair ups when cooking on the grill Compact Bad for roasting and flair ups3 comments
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Hi Blake - not sure why I missed your review, but am only just seeing it now.
The most common cause of low temps is if the burner tube is clogged up, other than a problem with the regulator (which is... Read more
Hi Dave I have cleaned out the burner before and cleaned out all of the holes after the new regulator went on that is what weber told me to do when I called them and no difference. I have since purcha... Read more
sed a new bbq and the baby will hit gumtree when I get time.Weber Barbecues A.Weber
No problems Blake - understand, and once again, apologies the product didn't get the job done for you. All the best.
Dave@WeberAustralia
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jsambellVictoria, 3672
- 71 reviews
- 18 likes
Grease on the Go
Tried out one of these last Christmas. Easy to set up and easy to use - after all, how hard is it to burn something on a hot bit of iron.
Carrying it around - the very thing on which it is marketed - is not so easy. It is deceptively heavy, given the smallish dimensions, and any optional extras (like the flat plate) don't fit so well when it's all folded up, so then you need another set of hands to lift it into the back of your lifestyle vehicle while smiling at the camera. The other thing is the BBQ smell, which I'm sure others have mentioned...Read more
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Personally I put mine in the car nearly every weekend and find it very portable (I'm an unfit woman but have never needed help with moving it). Haven't had grease or mess problems carrying it in the c... Read more
ar although it's been winter so this may be more of an issue in summer? You can buy a Weber carry bag & a trolley! As for smell I find if I replace the drip tray regularly and burn off the grease by putting it on high & using the wire brush after cooking it's fine. Lastly, I have the BabyQ and it cooks a perfect amount for a family of 4 - including roasts with potatoes around the side!Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi, thanks for your review and support. Happy barbecuing!
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Questions & Answers
Ianasked
Are you guys going to bring out a retrofit for the Baby Q for a flame out sensor.? There are a lot of us who have this model and use off a bayonet fitting from the van / motor home.
Now with new Australian regulations, this is no longer legal and I will be mightily annoyed if I have to replace the Que with another brand that does comply.
Thanks Ian
No answers
Cossieasked
We have a weber baby q and the temp on low setting is still around 180 how can you get it lower
No answers
Markoasked
Can this be used with the small screw on non-refillable gas cylinders like Coleman Lightweight 1 lb LPG Bottle in Australia?
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Details
The popular Weber Baby Q Series is recommended for outdoor areas with limited space. This is a portable BBQ that you can take on holidays without it weighing you down.
Features:
- Compact BBQ designed for travel but still large enough to roast a whole chicken
- More affordable than other Weber BBQs, which are usually around $100 more expensive
- Stainless steel burner tubes provide an even distribution of heat
- Available in red, black and cream
Points of praise for the Weber Baby Q Series:
- Winner of the ProductReview Award for the BBQ category for multiple years in a row, proving to be a reliable and trustworthy choice for consumers
- Longevity was a point of praise amongst reviewers - with one reviewer claiming that they had been using their Weber Baby Q for the past 13 years
- Many reviewers loved to take their BBQ camping, reporting that it was the perfect size.
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| Category | Gas BBQs | Gas BBQs | Gas BBQs | Gas BBQs |
| Price (RRP) | A$339.00 | A$349.00 | ||
| Type | Portable | Portable | ||
| Cooking Plate / Grill Material | Cast Iron | Cast Iron | ||
| Features | Grill | Grill and Temperature Gauge | ||
| Colour / Finish | Black, Titanium | Black, Red, Titanium | ||
| Dimensions | 600 x 690 x 520 mm | 620 x 690 x 520 mm | ||
| Weight | 10.8 kg | 11.25 kg | ||
| Gas Type | LPG | LPG | ||
| Number of Burners/Zones | 1 | 1 | ||
| Gas Rate | 9 mJ/hr | 9 mJ/hr | ||
| Manufacturer Warranty | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) | 5 year(s) |
| Release date | Sep 2006 | Sep 2006 | ||
| Replaced by | Weber Baby Q Standard (Q1000) | Weber Baby Q Premium (Q1200) |
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Weber Barbecues A.Weber
Hi Veronica, thanks for taking the time to leave a review, and we're sorry to hear that you're not satisfied with your product. Can we ask what issues you've had specifically with the trivet? We'd love to help you get the best from your purchase.