Since 2020, Masterbuilt has been offering backyard grill masters a smart option to burn charcoal instead of pellets. Last year, the company debuted two models ahead of CES, and plans to add one more model in early 2025. The new Gravity Series 1150 is a sibling to the Gravity Series 600 in Masterbuilt’s lineup. With 1,150 square inches of cooking space, this larger model offers nearly double the food capacity and up to 15 hours more burn time. To accomplish this, the 1150’s hopper can hold up to 12 pounds of lump coal or up to 18 pounds of briquettes.
The grill’s name comes from its gravity hopper, which allows charcoal to naturally fall and ignite during use. Digital fan automatically maintains temperature. Temperature can be adjusted with onboard controls or the Masterbuilt app. Similar to last year’s Gravity Series XT, the company relocated the 1150’s control panel from the shelf on the left to the front of the hopper on the right. However, the controller itself is similar to the one found on the 600, rather than the upgraded version found on the more expensive XT.
In addition to increased capacity, the 1150 offers another important upgrade from the 600. Instead of a cart-style stand, it has an enclosed cabinet for additional storage. Temperature range is 225 to 700 degrees Fahrenheit. This means it can be slow-smoked at low temperatures, baked at high temperatures, and everything in between. All of your grill’s important stats can be monitored from your phone from anywhere via the aforementioned app. Finally, Masterbuilt offers add-ons to expand the capabilities of your grill, including pizza ovens, rotisseries, and griddle inserts.
The Gravity Series 1150 is currently available from Home Depot for $999.
