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Weber Traveler Portable Gas Grill Review (2027)
The Weber Traveler folds with one hand and cooks 320 sq in on its own cart. Our research-based verdict for campers and tailgaters.
Weber Traveler Portable Gas Grill
The stand-up cart grill that folds with one hand and feeds a crowd without needing a table.
Our verdict
The Traveler is the most complete portable grill in this guide because it removes the question other grills leave open: where does it stand? Its folding cart, large wheels and one-hand setup mean it cooks on grass, gravel and parking lots with no table in sight, and its 320 sq in cast-iron grate feeds a crowd. The weight and the single burner are real limits, but for buyers who want one grill for every trip, the Traveler answers more trips than any rival.
What we like
- 320 sq in of porcelain-enameled cast-iron grate space, enough for about 15 burgers, on a cart that needs no table
- One-hand fold and unfold with an automatic lid lock, plus large all-terrain wheels for grass, gravel and parking lots
- 13,000 BTU single burner with a low-to-high range that covers pancakes at one end and seared steak at the other
- Runs on a 16.4 oz LP cylinder and accepts a 20 lb tank with an adapter hose for longer stays
What to watch out for
- At roughly 49 lb it is the heaviest single-body grill here, and stairs or deep sand expose that quickly
- One burner means no true two-zone cooking; delicate foods share the same heat as the searing zone
- The cart footprint is wide when folded, so measure the trunk or storage bay before assuming it fits
What owners report: Weber Traveler Portable Gas Grill
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- The one-hand setup is the feature owners mention first, with the grill going from folded to cooking in under a minute
- Even heat across the cast-iron grates gets repeated praise from campers cooking for a full table
- The wheeled cart earns its keep on uneven campsites where a tabletop grill would have nowhere to sit
Common complaints
- The weight surprises buyers who expected a lift-with-one-hand grill rather than a roll-to-place one
- Single-burner heat management frustrates cooks who want a cool side for buns and vegetables
- The folded width catches out owners with smaller trunks and tight garage storage
Who it is for
Campers, tailgaters and small-space grillers who want a full-size cookout that sets up anywhere and folds away whole.
Setup is the feature, not the footnote
Most portable grills claim easy setup and mean ten minutes with a manual. The Traveler folds and unfolds with one hand, locks its lid automatically, and rolls on wheels built for uneven ground. Owners consistently describe going from car to cooking in under a minute, which changes how often the grill actually gets used. A grill that is a chore to set up stays in storage; this one does not, and that is worth more than any burner figure.
Cooking performance on a big cast-iron grate
The 320 sq in porcelain-enameled cast-iron grate is the largest in this guide, and the 13,000 BTU burner is matched to it rather than oversized for marketing. The low-to-high range covers pancakes at breakfast and seared steak at dinner, though the single burner means there is no true cool zone. Cooks who manage that with timing rather than space will be happy; cooks who want a gentle side and a hot side at once should look at the three-burner RoadTrip instead.
Weight and size, the honest costs
At roughly 49 lb the Traveler is a roll-to-the-site grill, not a carry-in one, and stairs, sand and small trunks all expose that. The folded width also surprises owners with compact cars. Against those costs stands a grill that needs no table, no cart purchase and no assembly patience, and that feeds more people than any other portable here. Buyers with a car, a garage corner and a crowd will find the trade easy; buyers hiking to a site should not.
Key specifications
- Cooking area
- 320 sq in (maker rating)
- Output
- 13,000 BTU, single burner (maker rating)
- Grates
- Porcelain-enameled cast iron
- Fuel
- 16.4 oz LP cylinder; 20 lb tank with adapter hose
- Weight
- Approx. 49 lb, per listing
- Model
- 9010001
Also consider
Coleman RoadTrip 285 Stand-Up Grill
The three-burner tailgate cart: real zone control on legs that fold in seconds.
Why consider it: Three-burner zone control on its own stand, for tailgaters who want a cool side and a hot side
- Cooking area: 285 sq in (maker rating)
- Output: 20,000 BTU total, 3 adjustable burners (maker rating)
Weber Q2200 Liquid Propane Grill
The big tabletop Q: 280 sq in and 12,000 BTU in a body that still rides in the car.
Why consider it: A big tabletop grate for buyers who always have a picnic table and want to save money
- Cooking area: 280 sq in (maker rating)
- Output: 12,000 BTU, single stainless steel burner (maker rating)
Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Does the Weber Traveler fit in a car trunk?
It fits most SUV cargo areas and larger trunks when folded, at about 40 inches wide in its current form, but owners with compact cars should measure before buying. The folded cart is wide rather than tall, and that width is the constraint, not the weight. If the trunk test fails, a tabletop Q model packs smaller.
Can the Traveler run on a 20 lb propane tank?
Yes, with an adapter hose, which is the setup most long-stay campers choose. The grill ships for 16.4 oz cylinders, which suit short trips, but a 20 lb tank removes the mid-trip cylinder anxiety on weekends and tailgates. The hose is a separate accessory purchase.
Is one burner enough on a grill this big?
For most grilling, yes: the 13,000 BTU burner and cast-iron grate handle burgers, steaks, chicken and vegetables across the surface. The limit appears with mixed menus that want a hot sear zone and a gentle warming zone at the same time. Cooks manage it with timing and placement, but a multi-burner grill is the honest answer for that style.
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