Alternative To Craycort Cast Iron Grate?

[Webby]

I understand Craycort may be the best cast iron grate, but wow is it expensive! So I am looking for an alternative that is not so pricey. Any suggestions?

Thanks-

[YardBurner]

I have a couple of the STOK CI grates.
Work like a charm but I'm beginning to hate
the removable center.  Kind a like a GBS.
The next one I buy will be the Napoleon CI.

Looks just like a cast iron hinged Weber grate would.
Seem to run about $70 at Bed Bath and Beyond with free ship.

[WhaleinaTeardrop]

I have the Napoleon CI; I love it, but it can be a pain to clean.

[Hofy]

Might want to check out the Craycort insert for the GBS.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/craycort-gourmet-cast-iron-insert/

[Foster Dahlet]

I use my GBS and Cast Iron Insert regularly....it makes a great sear & nice crispy exterior when I want one.  But, the porcelain on it burned off in the center of the grate early on and cast iron is a PITA to deal with on a grate.....constant rust and re-seasoning.  If I had to do it all over again, I would get a fat 304 SS grate....like the Killa Grilla..... @Cellar2ful has the details on it, but it looks like it has the benefits of CI without the hassle.

[Mr.CPHo]

FWIW, Craycorts usually runs a 20% discount around Father's day.


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[Webby]

That Killa Grilla is interesting.

I am guessing the stock grates that come with the grill are chrome plated???

[Cellar2ful]

There are three options that I know of for SS cooking grates.

ABC Barbecue Easy Spin grate               https://abcbarbecue.com/product/22-cooking-grate/  (If you have a Slow N Sear, you'll want one of these for it)

Killa Grilla                                            http://killagrilla.com/ 

Weber SS grate (part #80728)              800-446-1071

They all are similar in price but each are different. I have all three and each have individual features that are nice for specific uses.  Here are a some write ups and comparisons of them.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/killagrilla-heavy-duty-flip-up-grates-(304-ss)/

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/weber-kettles-accessories/killagrilla-heavy-duty-304-ss-flip-up-grates/

[HoosierKettle]

I love cast iron cookware but I dont see the attraction of cast iron grates. I'd go ss if I were to upgrade.


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[Webby]

Thanks for the suggestions. I will check into all of them.

[Darko]

I like the Napoleon CI grate.