Weber 7790001 Summit Platinum D6 Propane Grill Review
This unit is well-built, will last, and is easy to use. Assembly is a breeze. We have had it almost two years and it performs superbly in all types of cooking-- it heats up quickly (and gets HOT!), yet the flames can be turned way down and never blow out. We use it several times a week and a propane canister lasts about three to four weeks. Of course, if you turn all its mighty burners on and leave 'em that way, it'll eat a lot of propane. But that kind of usage would quickly cremate anything you might be cooking. I suspect that people who complain about propane consumption with this barbecue are cooking with the hood up, contrary to Weber's instructions (and common sense). And, let's face it, any barbecue with six mighty burners like these will use its share of propane.
Pluses:
Thick, solid stainless steel bars sear beautifully and will last forever. You want solid bars! The thermal inertia is key to good grilling. And stainless means no rusty taste, no chipping, and easy to clean.
Fine flame control. Six burners let you configure the heat the way you want. The rotisserie and smoker box have thier own burners! The side burner works well too for cooking veggies and stuff in a pot.
Powerful yet capable of gentle cooking.
Won't rust.
Built like a tank.
No cheap Chinese componentry as often found in even formerly premium brands, and all "house brands", most of which are made entirely in China, even the big stainless-steel extravaganzas that sell for thousands. Don't be fooled by fancy knobs and gewgaws-- the quality is just not there deep inside far too many barbecues today. I've personally witnessed two big top-of-the-line house brand barbecues returned to a leading warehouse retailer by irate purchasers who couldn't believe they'd crap out after a year. That never happens with Weber.
Convenient fold-down work surfaces.
Easy to clean.
Huge cooking area.
Anti-flare burner configuration works well.
Lights instantly.
Easy to wheel around the yard-- something I wanted to be able to do, and which a built-in wouldn't allow.
Fantastic Weber service. Mine was manhandled by the shipping company; Weber handled my complaint with the shipping company for me (I didn't have to do anything at all) and sent me a new panel without any hassle at all. Their 24-hour support hotline is the best I've used anywhere for any product, and emails are handled same-day.
Negatives:
Expensive (but worth it). I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. It was my first Weber after years of thinking they were only popular because they're stylish. Now I get it.
Technical Details
- Propane grill; powerful, even heat; precise control of cooking temperature
- 6 burners; stainless steel cooking grates; double-walled stainless steel hood; Flavorizer bars; cast-aluminum cookbox
- 57,600 BTUs; 12,000-BTU side burner; 9,600-BTU infrared rotisserie burner; 8,000 BTU smoker; 110-volt rotisserie spit
- 902 square inches total cooking area; warming rack; warm-up basket; 1 removable, 2 swing-up Thermoset work surfaces; built-in thermometer
- Measures 62-1/2 by 68 by 34-1/2 inches with lid open; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
Summit Platinum gas grills feature 4 and 6 stainless steel burners, stainless steel frame, infinitely adjustable burner valve, heavy-duty stainless steel Flavorizer bars, 3/8-inch diameter robot welded stainless steel rod cooking grates, a double-walled stainless steel hood adds a layer of insulation to trap heat and protect the stainless steel hood from discoloring, two thermoset swing-up work surfaces with stainless steel inserts, removable thermoset work surface with stainless steel insert, locking casters and crackproof all-weather wheels, electronic Crossover ignition system, and an enclosed storage area with stainless steel doors, handles, side and rear panels. A total of 10 fasteners are all that is required to join the cooking module and frame assembly. All models feature a limited lifetime warranty. Natural gas models come with a 12 foot quick disconnect hose. The Summit Platinum D6 features 6 stainless steel burners, 57,600 BTU-per-hour input, 902 sq. inches of total cooking area, 12,000 BTU-per-hour input side burner, smoker box, dedicated 8,000 BTU-per-hour input stainless steel smoker burner, stainless steel rotisserie spit powered by a heavy-duty 110-volt electric motor, and a dedicated 9,600 BTU-per-hour input rear mounted infrared rotisserie burner.
Weber 7790001 Summit Platinum D6 Propane Grill More Features
For the serious outdoor chef who wants to cook it all on one grill, Weber’s D6 grill has a full 57,600 BTU primary burner, a commercial-grade side burner, a smoker box with dedicated smoker burner, and a rotisserie attachment for roasting poultry. Six rust-resistant stainless steel burners run the length of the cookbox for even heating without hot or cold spots. Infinitely-adjustable burner valves let you cook with direct or indirect heat, while a spacious 902 square inches of total cooking area provides enough room to cook for even the biggest groups. A 12,000-BTU side burner cooks side dishes and sauces while meat grills, and the dedicated smoker burner heats a stainless steel box designed to hold wood chips for authentic "low-and-slow" barbecue-style cooking. The infrared rotisserie burner radiates even heat to meats placed on the stainless steel rotisserie attachment powered by a heavy-duty 110-volt motor. To get you cooking, an electronic Crossover ignition system lights all burners in succession with the push of a button.
Built to last, the grill’s stainless steel hood features double-wall construction, adding a layer of insulation to trap heat and protect against discoloration. Rugged, weather-resistant wheels are crack-proof in the most extreme temperatures and allow easy transport, while locking casters prevent the grill from rolling while you cook. Burners even have screens to keep spiders from spinning combustible webs inside.
The propane-fueled Summit Platinum D6 also comes loaded with extras including: a fixed commercial-grade thermometer, three sturdy tool holders and a roomy storage area with stainless steel doors and a heavy-gauge steel bottom shelf. One removable and two swing-up work surfaces offer plenty of space to spread out sauces, marinades, utensils and other prep essentials; they're made from granite-look Thermoset with stainless steel inserts for maximum durability, heat and weather resistance, and ease of cleaning. Weber’s patented Flavorizer bars eliminate flare-ups caused by lava rocks and ceramic briquets--so fats and juices hit the angled bars and sizzle away, adding delicious, smoky barbecue flavor instead of flames. A convenient warming rack keeps already-cooked foods warm or toasts hamburger buns, while the warm-up basket is perfect for grilling easily-burned foods such as fish or vegetables. Finally, when the barbecue’s over, a slide-out bottom tray funnels grease into a removable catch pan for quick and easy clean-up.
Best of all, ten fasteners are all that's needed to put this grill together, meaning you'll go from box to barbecue in less than 40 minutes. The Summit Platinum D6 measures 62-1/2 inches tall, 68 inches wide, and 34-1/2 inches deep. A propane tank must be purchased separately. This item has a limited, lifetime warranty, and is made in the USA. --Mary Park
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Customer Reviews
still performing well! - Amy W. Nymark - Minnesota
We thought we'd review our grill after having it for a couple of years now. This Weber Summit Platinum continues to perform very well. We've had no breakdowns, the heat continues to be vast and even. It's still easy to look at. We will stick with Weber - one of the few companies that make things to last, not die in five years. Thank you Weber!!, Thank you Amazon! Amy Nymark
Get em while they are hot....... - Bargamon - Carolinas
The D-6 Platinum line has been replaced by the S-6 series. Notice the lower price on the new line vs the old one? Notice the lighter weight?
The all 304 steel has been replaced by a prettier version with more bling steel which covers the painted from. LOok at the back of the grill and its now painted panels.
Don't get me wrong, the new grill mechanically is the same and in a way they "Made" it look more like a 00 grill should look, but its not the same. Weber has a problem I think cracking the high end market as so many of their models are sold at big box retailers. They sell a lot of them! I was not looking for a stainless as the grills looks are not that important. Lets be real, its stays under a cover 95% of the time. Since when did grills become a status symbol? My old red Weber looks real bad these days, and is not as even as she used to be, but we got more mouths to feed and I needed a bigger grill. Ok, I WANTED a bigger grill. Nobody NEEDS a bigger grill execpt the caterer!
Weber about the only mass producer of grills USA made and that means somthing to me. My 15 year old unit now goes to the beach with us and will soldier on. ITs been great and while I looked at many different brands I came back to the Weber as a satisfied customer. Because this is last years model I got a great price as it was the last at the store. This was one of those higher line stores and they carry only some of the better brands and the high line Webers you don't see at home depot.
The New Genesis model was very nice and that was what I was looking for. I noticed they sell a slightly smaller one at Home Depot without the Stainless flava bars and grill. Also about 0 less! But there are differences. I saw this one in the corner and it was evident while it was not the pretty boy of the group, it had a 25% sale on it and I scooped it up.
Had to get a natural gas hook up as its been said a 6 burner unit will drink the propane! Its been nice to not worry about the tanks any more!
Great grill! This one should last me a long time!
This Grill Is Awesome! - Kelvin Barton - Everett, Washington United States
My wife and I have a vacation cottage business. Consequently, we own several grills. This grill is awesome and very popular with our customers. With 6 burners, it does use a bit more gas than smaller grills, so we always keep an extra propane tank on hand. We would definitly purchase this again.
*** Product Information: Mar 23, 2010 05:40:14
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