The Bottom Line
Pros
- Durable and stable construction
- Backed by Weber with full 24/7 support
- Inexpensive full function stainless steel grill
Cons
- Thin materials can make it a little fragile
- Uses low grade stainless (430) steel in many parts
Description
- Three 12,000 BTU stainless steel tubular burners
- 480 square inches of primary grilling space for a total cooking area of 624 square inches
- 36,000 BTU output from the main burners
- 12,000 BTU flush mounted side burner
- On knob push and turn pizo electric igniter
- 5/16 inch stainless steel rod cooking grates
- Stainless steel barrier
- Lid mounted thermometer
Guide Review - Ducane Affinity S 3200 Gas Grill
In order to stay competitive in a quickly changing industry Weber has moved production of its entire Ducane line of grills to China (and some of the Weber line too) and started using low grade (430) stainless steel. What you get with this grill is a nearly full feature stainless steel gas grill for under $1000USD. Consider it the value line of stainless steel gas grills.The Affinity S 3200 is a basic grill with a standard side burner. If you want a basic grill and insists on stainless steel then this is a good unit for you to look at. While a little thin on materials this is a good grill for around $900USD. Of course you could get the Ducane Affinity 3200 for about half the price.
You will still get full support from Weber for this grill and my understand is that parts and accessories for these units were ready to ship before the grills were. The warranty is good, so hang on to your paperwork. Despite support and warranties though, I would strongly recommend the cover for this unit.
This line of Ducane grills is available through Ace Hardware stores and other outlets. See Ducane's website to find a dealer near you.
