Weber compact in the UK

[Lawrence M.]

Why does this grill exist? its flat version of the 18 or 22. It also seems to have different leg mounts. any ideas on what needs or customer preference Weber is addressing in the UK?

here's a link to it:
http://www.weberbbq.co.uk/barbecues/charcoal/compact/

 

[Robin C]

I think it's just about price. Weber is an expensive brand in the uk. Grilling/BBQ doesn't have quite the same profile over here. For many people a grill may only be used a handful of times a year. I think this is webers attempt at competing with the cheap grills that many folks seem to favour