Weber Spirit SX-315 Grill

Weber is an iconic American brand that revolutionized outdoor cooking with the invention of the charcoal kettle grill in 1952. George Stephen, then an employee at Weber Brothers Metal Works, designed the original sphere-shaped grill to provide better temperature control and protection from the elements compared to open brick braziers or flat metal pans common at the time.

Today, Weber remains a global leader in the barbecue industry, producing an extensive range of charcoal, gas, electric, and wood-pellet grills. While the company maintains a significant manufacturing presence in the United States—specifically at its facility in Huntley, Illinois—many of its accessory lines and specific entry-level grill series are produced through a global supply chain with heavy manufacturing operations in China and Taiwan. This allows the brand to maintain a presence across varied price points while leading in technological integration, such as the Weber Connect smart grilling platform.

In early 2023, Weber Inc. transitioned from being a public company back to a private entity following a buyout by BDT & MSD Partners. This investment firm now serves as the ultimate owner, focusing on long-term growth and maintaining the brand's heritage as it expands into the high-tech smart appliance sector.