The Genesis II E 410 was first introduced in 2017. At that point, it came out swinging to fill the gap in the Genesis lineup that made the three-burner products seem irrelevant.
It has remained a top contender in its class for the past year, with great features like an open cart design and Weber’s GS4 grilling system, along with high reviews from buyers.
This review will walk you through the features of this grill, give you some benefits and drawbacks of owning it, and offer some comparisons to other similar grills offered by Weber.
Specifications and Dimensions
To get a better idea of what this grill has to offer, let’s take a look at some numbers.
- Grilling Area: 646 inches of primary cooking area with an additional 198 inches available in the form of a tuck-away warming rack
- Grates: Porcelain-enameled, cast iron
- Burners: Four stainless steel burners
- Heating Power: (48,000 BTU/hour) / (646 square inches) = 74 BTU per hour per square inch
- Dimensions (with lid ajar): 61”H x 61”W x 29”D—45”H with lid closed
- Color Availability: Black, Copper, Crimson, Smoke (natural gas version comes only in black)
- iGrill 3: Compatible, but accessory sold separately
- Warranty Info: 10 Year— excluding normal wear and tear and subject to additional terms and conditions
Reviews
As of the date this was written, the Weber website showed that the Genesis II E 410 had 312 reviews with 95% being 5 or 4 stars and only .3% being 1 or 2 stars. When I looked at Amazon I saw quite a few more negative reviews and was a bit confused.
The difference in the reviews on these two sites seems relatively drastic, so I looked into what the reviews said. Most of the 1 and 2-star reviews on Amazon referred to Amazon’s expert installation option. Although the concerns of the folks who gave those negative ratings are valid, those reviews shouldn’t count against the grill.
When I removed the lower reviews not related to the physical grill on Amazon, the percentage of happy customers went up quite a bit and was more in line with that of the reviews on Weber’s site.
Clearly, this grill is still relatively new, so we might not know about its longevity or how well the ten-year warranty holds up for a few years until claims start coming in. However, the reviews so far remain overwhelmingly positive, as is to be expected from the Weber brand.
What Makes the 410 Great
This grill comes with the grilling space to match some of Weber’s higher-end grills like the Summit S 470, but with a much smaller price tag. The 410 is powerful without giving up its sleek style and design.
Before Weber introduced the 410, the best of the Genesis series was the three-burner grill. The only way to step up to a four-burner style was to pay a lot more for a Summit series.
If you wanted to stick with a three-burner style to save money, the Spirit was a much better value than the Genesis with similar enough specs that buying a Genesis seemed like spending for the sake of spending.
With the Genesis 410, Weber has finally filled in the gap and offered a tremendous mid-level option for those interested in a four-burner grill. It is a major step above the three-burner Spirit without the price tag of the Summit styles. Its style and variety of color options are appealing, while the grill itself leaves little to be desired.
On top of everything, this grill is solid and should last a long time. It’s also reviewed very well for heating evenly, unlike some other four-burner options. Overall the Genesis 410 is an excellent value for a solid product.
The Negative Side
There isn’t a lot that I don’t love about this grill. It’s got a lot to offer that other Weber grills do not without the price tag of other similar products. There are a couple of exceptions though.
iGrill 3
First, let’s get the petty thing out of the way. I am not a fan of this grill advertising iGrill 3 as a part of the appeal of buying the grill, but not actually selling it with that feature.
Sure, it’s compatible, but you have the emblem for a feature directly on a product, put that feature in ads as part of the reason to buy the product, and then leave the actual feature off? I find that silly.
This promotion seems to be common practice with Weber, but that fact doesn’t alleviate the frustration it likely causes unknowing consumers when they realize they will need to purchase an accessory they assumed was included.
Assembly
If you’ve ever put together even the most basic grill, you know it can be a bit complicated, but this one puts many of those Home Depot box grills to shame as far as difficult assembly.
Weber estimates that the whole process will take about four hours. Obviously that number can go up or down depending on skill level, but all in all, it makes for a long day, especially if you’re looking forward to grilling the same evening.
Lower Heat Output
The number one serious complaint about the 410 is the lack of a Sear Station burner. You used to be able to get a Sear Station on higher end Genesis grills and can even get an infrared Sear Station on lower end Camp Chef grills. The lack of hardcore serious searing power is the lone negative mark on the 410.
Versus the Genesis II LX S 440
Size wise, this grill is the same to the E 410, but the features are definite upgrades. Let’s take a look at all the upgrades the S 440 will offer over the E 410:
- 52,000 BTU/hour
- Lighted control knobs
- Stainless steel flavorizer bars
- Stainless steel cooking grates
- High+ heat setting
- LED fuel gauge
- Side burner
- Lower cabinet design
As you can see, the upgrades are prominent in the LX S 440, but that does come with a higher price tag. Value wise, I think you’d be better off sticking to the E 410. Most of these upgrades are cosmetic and won’t add to the effectiveness of the grill in the end.
Versus the Summit E 470
I should start off by pointing out that the Summit series by Weber is the series with all of the bells and whistles, so this may not be a fair comparison. However, I think it’s important to note the differences between the two, and talk value.
Let’s check out the upgrades you’ll get on the Summit vs. the Genesis:
- Sear station burner
- Stainless steel smoker box
- Side burner
- Rear-mounted infrared rotisserie burner
- Built in rotisserie motor
- Larger cooking area
- Handle lights
- Stainless steel cooking grates
- Stainless steel flavorizer bars
- Grill cabinet
- LED fuel gauge
- Stainless steel doors and covers
Is that all, you ask? Almost. The price tag on this bad boy definitely matches the features you see listed here. Everything about this grill is bigger and better than the 410.
If you are looking for a grill with all the bells and whistles, or for a grill you can show off to your buddies, this is the grill for you. If, however, you want all the features you need with a couple of extras, all for a good value, you will want to stick with the 410.
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