Been a gas grill user for a long time and didn't see the benefit of charcoal/wood fire until recently. Previously didn't see the point in spending a lot of money on a grill either until I thought about it. Weber has been around for a long time and the design is popular for a reason....man I'm glad I came to my senses. I'm in love with it so far. My first is a 22" but I can see more happening....sooner than my other half would like probably.