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Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill Review (2027)

The Go-Anywhere charcoal box packs flat, locks its lid and cooks real fire flavor for two to four. Our research-based verdict.

TGBy TrueGear Research TeamIndependent editorial teamLast updated How we researchResearch-based assessment · Portable Grills
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Updated 2026-11-02
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Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill

Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill

The rectangular charcoal box: real fire, folding legs and a lid that locks for the carry.

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Our verdict

The Go-Anywhere is the charcoal grill for campers who want fire without a kettle's round footprint. Its rectangular grate fits long foods better, its two-piece grate lets cooks add coals without clearing the food, and its folding legs lock the lid for a tidy carry. Charcoal chores remain, ash, lighting time and cool-down, but for fire loyalists the flavor and the flat packing justify them.

What we like

  • Rectangular grate fits sausages, skewers and corn side by side better than a round kettle of the same size
  • Two-piece plated steel cooking grate lifts in sections, so adding coals mid-cook does not mean removing all the food
  • Dampers give real airflow control for a small charcoal grill, letting cooks run hot for searing or cooler for chicken
  • Legs fold up to lock the lid for carrying, so the grill travels as one tidy box instead of loose parts

What to watch out for

  • Charcoal handling is the whole job: lighting, ash and a hot box that must cool before packing
  • The compact grate suits two to four people, not a campsite crowd
  • At roughly 15 lb with a boxy shape it is easy to carry but awkward to fit among soft camping bags

What owners report: Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill

Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.

Most praised

  • Charcoal flavor is the reason owners keep it, with steaks and skewers tasting unlike anything from a gas tabletop
  • The folding-leg lid lock makes it the rare charcoal grill that travels without parts rattling loose
  • Campers praise the rectangular grate for fitting long foods that round kettles waste space on

Common complaints

  • Ash cleanup at a campsite is the recurring chore, with no easy place to dump a hot box
  • The small fire bed needs refuelling on longer cooks, which interrupts the meal
  • Wind steals heat from the low box more than owners expect on exposed sites

Who it is for

Charcoal loyalists who camp by car and want real fire flavor in a grill that packs flat and travels as one box.

The rectangular advantage

Round kettles waste corners on long foods; the Go-Anywhere's rectangle does not. Sausages, skewers, corn and ribs sit side by side without the awkward gaps a circle creates, which matters on a small grate where every inch counts. The two-piece grate adds a practical trick: lift one section to add coals while food stays on the other, instead of clearing the whole surface mid-cook. Small design, real difference.

Airflow control in a small box

Dampers give this little box genuine temperature control, letting cooks run hot for searing or cooler for chicken with practice. It is not a smoker and will not hold low heat for hours, but for direct grilling it offers more control than its size suggests. Wind is the enemy: the low box loses heat on exposed sites, so a sheltered pitch cooks noticeably better than an open ridge.

Charcoal chores, stated plainly

Lighting takes time, ash needs a safe place at a campsite, and the box must cool before packing, which can delay departure. The fire bed is small, so longer cooks need refuelling. Buyers who accept these as part of charcoal cooking will love this grill; buyers who want dinner in ten minutes should buy gas and stop reading charcoal reviews. The Go-Anywhere is honest about what it is, and that honesty is its strength.

Key specifications

Fuel
Charcoal
Grate
Two-piece plated steel cooking grate
Airflow
Adjustable dampers for temperature control
Legs
Folding legs that lock the lid for transport
Weight
Approx. 15 lb, per published testing
Shape
Rectangular portable box

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Why consider it: The gas equivalent for campers who want the same compact size without charcoal chores

  • Cooking area: 189 sq in (maker rating)
  • Output: 8,500 BTU, single burner (maker rating)
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Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.

Questions, answered

How long does the Go-Anywhere take to light?

Expect roughly 20 to 30 minutes from lighting to cooking heat with a chimney starter, longer in wind or damp conditions. That is the charcoal bargain: flavor and heat control in exchange for patience. Campers who plan the fire around arrival, not hunger, enjoy it; campers who light it starving do not.

Can I add coals without removing the food?

Yes, that is the two-piece grate's purpose: lift one section, add coals beneath it, and replace it while food stays on the other section. It is a small feature with outsized value on longer cooks, where a single-piece grate forces a full clear-out at the worst moment.

How do I dispose of ash at a campsite?

Let ash cool completely, then bag it and pack it out or use the site's designated ash disposal if one exists. Never dump hot or loose ash on the ground or in vegetation, and never pack a warm grill into a car. Cool-down time is part of the trip plan, not an afterthought.

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