# Weber Genesis EX-325W Smart Gas Grill Back to toplist: [Best Gas Barbecue Grills for May 2026](/rankings/best-gas-barbecue-grills/2026-05.md) - Category: Gas Barbecue Grills (gas-barbecue-grills) - Rank: #5 of 10 - Score: 85 - Product slug: weber-genesis-ex-325w - Brand: Weber - Model: EX-325W / 1501822 LP, 1501823 NG - Canonical product route: /products/weber-genesis-ex-325w.md - Updated: 2026-05-16 ## Bottom line Weber Genesis EX-325W Smart Gas Grill ranks #5 because the best researched smart-grill choice. remote probe monitoring and app support solve a real problem for temperature-tracking cooks, and the sear-zone genesis base is strong; the rank is capped because exact-model owner feedback and smart-feature reliability signals are thin. It is strongest for smart-grill buyers, probe-monitored grilling. ## Ranking context Ranked fifth as the best researched smart-grill choice. Remote probe monitoring and app support solve a real problem for temperature-tracking cooks, and the sear-zone Genesis base is strong; the rank is capped because exact-model owner feedback and smart-feature reliability signals are thin. Adjacent-product context: Compared with #4 Weber Genesis E-335 Gas Grill, it gives up 1 point(s) mostly on confidence and fit: Exact-model owner feedback is thin, No side burner or rotisserie package. It stays ahead of #6 Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB because its stronger case is useful remote probe monitoring, strong smart-grill editorial support. ## Full review Weber Genesis EX-325W is the smart-grill choice in this ranking. It makes the most sense for cooks who value remote probe monitoring and guided temperature tracking on top of a strong Genesis sear-zone base, not for buyers who want the broadest built-in cooking hardware. The upside is straightforward: Useful remote probe monitoring, Strong smart-grill editorial support, Genesis sear-zone base. The tradeoffs matter too: Exact-model owner feedback is thin, No side burner or rotisserie package. That balance explains why it lands at #5 instead of being treated as a universal winner. Choose it for app-connected probe monitoring on a capable Genesis cart. Skip it if you prefer analog controls or want side-burner or rotisserie hardware. ## Score breakdown - Cooking and heat control: 90 - Build and durability: 89 - Features and versatility: 88 - Ease of ownership: 82 - Value and segment fit: 83 - Warranty and support: 89 - Owner sentiment: 62 ## Best for - Smart-grill buyers - Probe-monitored grilling - Sear-zone cooking without a huge cart ## Not for - Buyers who dislike app features - Side-burner or rotisserie shoppers - Simple analog-grill buyers ## Pros - Useful remote probe monitoring - Strong smart-grill editorial support - Genesis sear-zone base ## Cons - Exact-model owner feedback is thin - No side burner or rotisserie package ## Verified facts and claims - claim_weber_genesis_ex325w_smart_probe: Built-in Wi-Fi temperature monitoring and an included wired probe make this the most clearly smart-focused premium grill in this batch. Confidence: high. Sources: ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_product, ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_goodhousekeeping, ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_seriouseats. - claim_weber_genesis_ex325w_sear_zone: The 750°F Sear Zone gives the EX-325W a dedicated high-heat lane for steakhouse-style browning. Confidence: high. Sources: ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_product, ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_bbqguys. - claim_weber_genesis_ex325w_not_most_versatile: It is better suited to smart temperature tracking than maximum built-in cooking versatility because it lacks the E-335 side burner and the Summit rotisserie/smoker-box package. Confidence: high. Sources: ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_bbqguys, ev_weber_genesis_e335_product, ev_weber_summit_fs38e_product. ## Synthesis themes - Strength themes: The strongest smart-grill finalist: independent roundups support remote probe monitoring, app-connected cooking help, and a dedicated sear zone on a mainstream-size Genesis platform. - Tradeoff themes: It lacks side-burner or rotisserie breadth, and owner-sentiment coverage for the exact refreshed model is weak. - What stands out: Useful remote probe monitoring, Strong smart-grill editorial support, Genesis sear-zone base. - Main tradeoffs: Exact-model owner feedback is thin, No side burner or rotisserie package. - Gas-grill scoring stays focused on cooking control, build, useful features, ownership burden, support, buyer fit, and non-marketplace owner signals rather than marketplace popularity data. ## Owner-sentiment themes - Retailer pages confirm review/Q&A presence, but available material is not detailed enough to judge app reliability or long-term smart-feature satisfaction. Confidence: low. ## Source list - ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_product: Genesis EX-325W Smart Gas Grill product page — Weber; manufacturer_page; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: primary; URL: https://www.weber.com/US/en/gas/genesis/genesis-ex-325w-ng/1501823.html - ev_weber_genesis_manual_lp: GENESIS E-325s LP Gas Barbecue Owner's Manual — Weber; manual; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: primary; URL: https://cdn.accentuate.io/7145751380030/11731326730302/Manual-2-v1683651428974.pdf - ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_seriouseats: The 8 Best Gas Grills of 2026 — Serious Eats; editorial_review; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: medium; URL: https://www.seriouseats.com/best-gas-grills-5186603 - ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_goodhousekeeping: 8 Best Outdoor Grills of 2026 — Good Housekeeping; editorial_review; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: medium; URL: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/appliances/outdoor-grill-reviews/g2320/best-outdoor-grills-0611/ - ev_weber_genesis_ex325w_bbqguys: Weber Genesis EX-325W propane product page — BBQGuys; retailer_page; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: medium; URL: https://www.bbqguys.com/i/3199709/weber-grills/genesis-ex-325w-gas-grill-lp-black - ev_weber_genesis_e335_product: GENESIS E-335 Gas Grill product page — Weber; manufacturer_page; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: primary; URL: https://www.weber.com/US/en/gas/genesis/genesis-e-335-gas-grill-%28liquid-propane%29/1500535.html - ev_weber_summit_fs38e_product: Summit FS38 E Gas Grill product page — Weber; manufacturer_page; accessed 2026-05-13; reliability: primary; URL: https://www.weber.com/US/en/gas/summit/summit-fs38-e-gas-grill-%28liquid-propane%29/1500029.html ## Source and data limitations - This dossier is source-backed editorial synthesis, not hands-on testing by RankReason. - Hands-on or lab language, where present, refers to external source publishers listed above. - Live marketplace price, availability, seller, shipping, coupon, badge, star-rating, review-count, and Amazon review text are intentionally excluded. - Owner-sentiment signals are aggregated and lower-weighted when the available source set is thin or early. - Manufacturer and dealer feature claims are balanced against independent editorial or lab coverage where the packet provides it.