My opinion....I have a gas grill, and a few kettles, including a performer. Normally I do move my performer out of my covered patio, but I have used it underneath there, just a little heavy smoke until the chimney gets going good. Here's the deal....if you get the premium kettle and move it out each time you use it, you won't have a table, or gas start (pretty handy). I would say if the patio isn't enclosed, and your budget allows, go with the performer, maybe even find a used one to save money. Charcoal storage, work table, gas assist...all very nice to have. I do use a chimney even with my performer, but that gas assist is the deal....I love my performer, although i usually have that and at least one more kettle going on most cooks...while my gas grill collects dust lol.