Weber Performer: 1481001 vs. 1421001

[Kevin T - CA]

Hi guys, first post here so be gentle!

After a few days of research, I was about to pull the trigger on my first charcoal grill, picking the Weber Performer, when I noticed that there are 2 different models for version which has the touch-n-go ignition: 1481001 and 1421001.

Apart from the 1481001 being $20 more expensive and also having a "LCD cook timer", I can't figure out any other differences from Amazon's descriptions. Is the $20 extra just for the removable timer, or are there any other differences?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Terry L]

Kevin I'm fairly certain that other than the digital timer, they are both the same. One is from 2012, the other from 2013. I have a Brick Red one from 2012 and love it. I wouldn't spend the extra cash on the timer personally. Use it to buy something else for the grill. Try craigslist for a used one, especially this time of year. Check local stores too because they may clearance them if a new model is coming out for 2013.