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Key Differences Between Big Joe II, III & Konnected Joe

The Kamado Joe Big Joe lineup includes Big Joe II, Big Joe III, and Konnected Big Joe—each built for a different style of cooking. With a larger cooking surface, the Big Joe is designed for bigger cooks, entertaining, and maximum capacity. Use the comparison below to quickly understand the key differences, then review the specifications to choose the right model.

Big Joe II vs Big Joe III vs Konnected Big Joe

This comparison highlights the key differences in cooking experience, features, and setup options to help you choose the right Big Joe.

Feature Big Joe II Big Joe III Konnected Big Joe
Best For Best value in the Big Joe lineup Most complete manual Big Joe setup Digital control and easier fire management
Choose This If You want Big Joe capacity without paying for every premium feature You want the most flexible manual Big Joe with the premium cooking package You want the closest thing to an outdoor oven while still cooking over charcoal
Temperature & Fire Management Hands-on traditional kamado control Hands-on control with added flexibility Push-button start, digital control, WiFi-enabled
Included Cooking System 2-tier Divide & Conquer (no X-Rack) 3-tier Divide & Conquer with X-Rack 2-tier Divide & Conquer (no X-Rack)
SloRoller Hyperbolic Chamber Not included Included Not included
Indirect Setup Half-moon deflectors Half-moon deflectors or SloRoller system Half-moon deflectors
Cart & Side Shelves Standard steel cart Premium cart with lower storage and upgraded design Premium cart with lower storage and upgraded design
Setup Options Cart or built-in / standalone Cart or built-in / standalone Cart only; not recommended for built-in installations
Bonus Accessories Standard accessories only Includes charcoal basket & divider Standard accessories only
Suggested Retail Price (Built-in / Cart) $1999.99 / $2299.99 $2999.99 / $3299.99 $2999.99

Standard accessories on all three: Air Lift Hinge, Kontrol Tower Top, double-thick fiberglass gasket, ash drawer, AMP firebox, stainless steel cooking grates, and ceramic heat deflectors.

Konnected Big Joe is available as a cart model only and is not recommended for built-in installations.

Big Joe Grill Specifications

Use these specifications to plan your space, installation, and setup—especially when considering built-in applications or power requirements.

Spec Big Joe II Big Joe III Konnected Big Joe
Cooking Grid Diameter 24" 24" 24"
Primary Cooking Area 452 sq. in. 452 sq. in. 452 sq. in.
Warranty Limited lifetime ceramic warranty; other parts vary by component Limited lifetime ceramic warranty; other parts vary by component Limited lifetime ceramic warranty; electronics and other parts vary by component
Fuel Type & Lighting Lump charcoal, manual start Lump charcoal, manual start Lump charcoal with digital push-button start
Electronic Temperature Controller Add-on available Add-on available Built into grill
Power Required No No 110V plug or 12V DC with adapter
Grill Weight 362 lbs 405 lbs 341 lbs
Cart Wing Span 59 inches 52 inches 59 inches

Specifications may vary slightly by model year and configuration. For built-in outdoor kitchens, choose Big Joe II or Big Joe III standalone models.