Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle vs Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle
By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 21 by Billy G.
Blackstone 36 Inch
Blackstone 36 Inch Griddlevs
Weber Slate 30
Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle
Worth-It Score: 71/100WAITBlackstone 36 Inch Griddle scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
✓VerifiedConfidence: 81%
Verdict: The Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle wins on raw capacity and value for large groups with its 720 sq in surface and 60,000 BTU output per multiple owner reports on forums. The Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle counters with superior build quality and a 10-year cooktop warranty noted in Consumer Reports testing, making it the better long-term investment despite the smaller 540 sq in area. Choose Blackstone if space and crowd size matter most; pick Weber for refined daily reliability.
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Winner: Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle
Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle: 7.5/10
Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle
Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle
Cooking Area
720 sq in
540 sq in
Burners
4
3
Weight
85 lbs
92 lbs
Material
Cold-rolled steel
Cold-rolled steel
Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle
What works
Larger 720 sq in cooking surface for feeding 8+ people
4 burners delivering up to 60,000 BTU total
Affordable entry into large-format griddling
What doesn't
Basic construction with thinner steel that can warp over time
Requires frequent seasoning and rust prevention
Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle
What works
Premium build with even heat distribution and rust-resistant finish
Integrated side tables and lid for better usability
Weber's 10-year limited warranty on cooktop
What doesn't
Smaller 540 sq in surface limits group size
Higher price point than comparable Blackstone models
Bottom line
Our pick: Blackstone 36 Inch Griddle. It edges out the alternative on larger 720 sq in cooking surface for feeding 8+ people. That said, Weber Slate 30 Inch Griddle still wins on premium build with even heat distribution and rust-resistant finish — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.