1) First cook with one yesterday. Amazing! Rock solid on the temos sst at 275*. Did spike to 296* when I took the lid off to spritz, I closed the top vent until it went bsck to 275*, stayed there. 2) 40 minutes to get the thing on. Fustrating. Worth it though!
I just installed mine. 1)Couple things to note: keep track of your vent handle. If it is not quite right, you will need to mark the NEW vent door to show 0% & 100%. 2) wear heavy work gloves. When you have to muscle the venom into place for the clips to work, you will be putting all your weight on a somewhat sharp edge. All while using a screwdriver to bend the flex tabs into place.
Im a very hapyy and excited victim of sponsored facebook ads. If it wasnt for a sponsored ad I would have never found Spider Grills. Im pumped to get my venom to start using it.
Smoking a meatloaf, and it works great, except for the iPhone app and pairing. I got as far as hitting "Control," but it got stuck at Please wait..." Now the Venom screen says it can't pair, and the app says there's no internet connection. It's 20 feet from the router. Can't update firmware, if that's the problem, because I can't get into the Venom controls.
I've had my spider venom for over a year now and use it 3-4x a week, IMO this thing is worth far more than what it cost on their website, the thing has and continues to run like an absolute beast for me. As I'm typing this I'm getting ready to smoke a pork tenderloin on the Weber kettle using the Spider Venom lol.
My spider venom holds about +/-3 degF for 6+ hours using the minion method (fill up the offset coal holder leaving a space on one side for about 10 coals and let the coals burn from one side to the other). Install was easy. I really like it. Turns a $100-200 Weber into a legit smoker. Webers smoke OK with a snake method you baby sit them, but the venom makes it soooooo easy.
I like the fact that I don't have to drill a whole on the grill. Any comparison reviews against some of the leading blowers? I know you may not have an answer but what about solar power for the venom? This would definitely let me take my webber out to the lake and do long cooks while I sleep.
What's the best charcoal setup for this? Snake, minion, bank, slow'n'sear? Any chance we can see a vid on different setups? Does the probe cable cause much smoke leak? Can it be placed down the vent with no worry about damage? Lots of questions on this thing since I only really see this channel with any content about it. Also... can it play doom
I’ve had mine for about 3 weeks. It holds temp just fine but the app connectivity is hit or miss. This afternoon I was cooking ribs. It held connection for three hours and then just stopped connecting. I disconnected, restarted my phone and the app… still nothing. I finally removed my venom from the app and tried to reconnect. It took 4 tries before I was able to reconnect. All this time I didn’t move my grill or have any interruptions in WiFi signal. Any tips so this doesn’t happen again? Thanks.
I cooked a 7 lb turkey breast today with my Weber 22 / Spider Venom. Lightly seasoned the turkey breast with oil and garlic salt. Set the unit for 300 degrees and cooked it in a cast iron skillet for 4 hours until turkey breast internal temp of 150, then wrapped it in foil, cooked to 172, then took off grill to rest covered upside down for 2 hours. Fantastic.
Can this be used without AC power/cable? The inkbird can be used with a generic powerbank plugged in and the fireboard has a built in battery. Always a bonus not having a cable running across the floor...
I want to import to south Africa But our power standards are different, we get 220 VAC. Would you be able to provide a power supply that does the right power conversion?
Tried installing on a couple of older 22 weber classics but both grills have a leg on which the insert is offset so the tab doesn't line up. Is there a workaround or am I missing something?
Honestly, I own both, and while I love the SnS Kettle, assembling it is a MAJOR pain in the butt. So it wouldn't be that simple just to take off the ash catcher and put on the spider venom, on the SnS. Also the SnS comes pre drilled with a hole where you can install a regular temperature sensor / fan kit. The Weber kettle doesn't, so this is perfect for that.
Does anyone know if it works on the basic "Original 22 inch Webber Kettle" and if it works without a smartphone, as I'm one of the last people on the planet without one =)
How far does the ash catcher extend below the bottom of the grill? (I bought a new 26" kettle for the Venom and I'm mounting it in a table while I wait for mine to arrive. I'm trying to make sure I have enough clearance between the Venom and the bottom shelf.)
@@SpiderGrills Shoot - when I got the email saying that a shipment was on the way I thought it was my Venom. When it arrived today it was only a t-shirt. Have the Venom units started shipping?
@@SpiderGrills you may be answering this question incorrectly. Let me try and correct me if I’m wrong. When closing the vent on the Spider Venom attachment it actually positions the Weber blades fully open. This allows the fan to introduce air into the Kettle. Let me know if you’d like me to test one of these out on my channel where I use Weber Kettles. I also teach BBQ fundamentals on Weber Kettle Premium’s and if this thing is reliable I could imagine the possibilities.
Got it about 4 months ago. Love it! A “set and forget” grill/ smoker. Highly recommend it for anyone who smokers on their Weber. And a lot less expensive than a pellet pooper!
Will there be a WSM version coming out? I live in Indiana. How will it hold up outside during a winter cook? Of course I'd store it in the garage when not cooking. Excellent product you have a very smart design.
I think the WSM has a means of installing a temp sensor / fan kit without having to drill a hole. The Weber Kettle didn't, so this is perfect for that.
This will fore sure be the next addition I get for my Kettle! I saw a review video on the Venom that said the charcoal basket or slow n sear basket has to be set up on the same side as the Venom (in the front) to work the best. Is that true?
Hmmm, this setup is opposite of how most people setup their coals. Bit of a del breaker for me. In the next generation, consider a design with the fan on the backside but keeping the display/controls on the front.
@@SpiderGrills may have bagged one to brought to England for me . I think this is bloody amazing and the Spider grill 22 brilliant . You need to think about England and I can give you details of potential outlets for your stuff . Tim
@@SpiderGrills I was referring to the slow and sear insert for weber kettle, not the slow and sear version of the kettle. Sorry for not being more clear.
Do you have to calibrate Venom's ambient thermometer? Temperature reading on Venom, does not match Weber's analog thermometer temperature. Weber reads 190F ish Venom 280F. Off by approx. 90F. That's quiet off! Haven't had success using it. Got it back on May 24, 2023. Any chance of a refund?
@@Capthook15 thanks for asking this question and I also seen that there's no reply from them! I also have this same question and to add to your question I would also ask if turning on your wifi hot spot on your phone would work for the Venom and the app too?
1) First cook with one yesterday. Amazing! Rock solid on the temos sst at 275*. Did spike to 296* when I took the lid off to spritz, I closed the top vent until it went bsck to 275*, stayed there.
2) 40 minutes to get the thing on. Fustrating. Worth it though!
I just installed mine. 1)Couple things to note: keep track of your vent handle. If it is not quite right, you will need to mark the NEW vent door to show 0% & 100%. 2) wear heavy work gloves. When you have to muscle the venom into place for the clips to work, you will be putting all your weight on a somewhat sharp edge. All while using a screwdriver to bend the flex tabs into place.
Dude I installed this thing no problem. Sorry but I didn't need work gloves for this thing
Im a very hapyy and excited victim of sponsored facebook ads. If it wasnt for a sponsored ad I would have never found Spider Grills. Im pumped to get my venom to start using it.
Haha! We're just glad you ended up here.
Smoking a meatloaf, and it works great, except for the iPhone app and pairing. I got as far as hitting "Control," but it got stuck at
Please wait..." Now the Venom screen says it can't pair, and the app says there's no internet connection. It's 20 feet from the router. Can't update firmware, if that's the problem, because I can't get into the Venom controls.
I've had my spider venom for over a year now and use it 3-4x a week, IMO this thing is worth far more than what it cost on their website, the thing has and continues to run like an absolute beast for me. As I'm typing this I'm getting ready to smoke a pork tenderloin on the Weber kettle using the Spider Venom lol.
My spider venom holds about +/-3 degF for 6+ hours using the minion method (fill up the offset coal holder leaving a space on one side for about 10 coals and let the coals burn from one side to the other).
Install was easy. I really like it. Turns a $100-200 Weber into a legit smoker. Webers smoke OK with a snake method you baby sit them, but the venom makes it soooooo easy.
I like the fact that I don't have to drill a whole on the grill. Any comparison reviews against some of the leading blowers? I know you may not have an answer but what about solar power for the venom? This would definitely let me take my webber out to the lake and do long cooks while I sleep.
We've got a battery coming later in the spring so you can take your grill on the road!
@@SpiderGrills that sounds like a great idea
@@SpiderGrills can you deliver to Chile?
What's the best charcoal setup for this? Snake, minion, bank, slow'n'sear? Any chance we can see a vid on different setups? Does the probe cable cause much smoke leak? Can it be placed down the vent with no worry about damage?
Lots of questions on this thing since I only really see this channel with any content about it.
Also... can it play doom
Check out a channel called Tom Horsman. He did a pork butt cook on his weber using this. I think it’ll help answer your questions!
I’ve had mine for about 3 weeks. It holds temp just fine but the app connectivity is hit or miss. This afternoon I was cooking ribs. It held connection for three hours and then just stopped connecting. I disconnected, restarted my phone and the app… still nothing. I finally removed my venom from the app and tried to reconnect. It took 4 tries before I was able to reconnect. All this time I didn’t move my grill or have any interruptions in WiFi signal. Any tips so this doesn’t happen again? Thanks.
@@kentjohnson3 Open a ticket in the app so we can see why you’re having connection issues!
@@SpiderGrills thanks for the quick reply. I already did that.
@@kentjohnson3 great! We’ll get our team to look into it and respond there!
I cooked a 7 lb turkey breast today with my Weber 22 / Spider Venom. Lightly seasoned the turkey breast with oil and garlic salt. Set the unit for 300 degrees and cooked it in a cast iron skillet for 4 hours until turkey breast internal temp of 150, then wrapped it in foil, cooked to 172, then took off grill to rest covered upside down for 2 hours. Fantastic.
Can this be used without AC power/cable? The inkbird can be used with a generic powerbank plugged in and the fireboard has a built in battery. Always a bonus not having a cable running across the floor...
Looks like a great addition. Are they manufactured in Georgia?
I want to import to south Africa
But our power standards are different, we get 220 VAC. Would you be able to provide a power supply that does the right power conversion?
Coming soon. Should be back on Amazon tomorrow.
Mine arrived this morning and I have it heating up now. Working from home :)
I have a SNS grills kettle, it has 4 legs. I am guessing this wont fit on my kettle?
Right. It only fits Weber kettles and the Huntsman.
Tried installing on a couple of older
22 weber classics but both grills have a leg on which the insert is offset so the tab doesn't line up. Is there a workaround or am I missing something?
It won’t work on some of the older models.
@@SpiderGrills darn would have been nice to know that before buying
@@LukeK-wf6yk shoot us an email and we’ll set up a return for you.
Does the main unit work with a battery?
Please tell me this works for the Weber Summit Charcoal Kamado
Yes!
Is it possible to install this on a Weber performer?
Yes.
Can you use the Venom with the 22 inch Performer deluxe Freestanding Charcoal grill? and second can you use wood chips?
Yes and yes!
One more question - what is the weight of this unit - and these tabs locking into the slots behind the legs can hold the weight indefinitely?
8lbs. Yes. Mine has been standing tall on my kettle for months!
Can you use this on the performers?
I was wondering because they don’t have legs.
Yes.
Great product!! Will this fit the SnS kettle instead of the webber?
No. Just Weber products.
@Spider Grills thanks. Great product!! The old 3-legged dog wins this round. Lol. Hopefully, you can adapt for the sns soon!
Honestly, I own both, and while I love the SnS Kettle, assembling it is a MAJOR pain in the butt. So it wouldn't be that simple just to take off the ash catcher and put on the spider venom, on the SnS. Also the SnS comes pre drilled with a hole where you can install a regular temperature sensor / fan kit. The Weber kettle doesn't, so this is perfect for that.
Does anyone know if it works on the basic "Original 22 inch Webber Kettle"
and if it works without a smartphone, as I'm one of the last people on the planet without one =)
Yes and yes!
@@SpiderGrills awesome. Getting one of these, thank you =)
How far does the ash catcher extend below the bottom of the grill? (I bought a new 26" kettle for the Venom and I'm mounting it in a table while I wait for mine to arrive. I'm trying to make sure I have enough clearance between the Venom and the bottom shelf.)
The Venom from top to bottom is 8 inches!
@@SpiderGrills Shoot - when I got the email saying that a shipment was on the way I thought it was my Venom. When it arrived today it was only a t-shirt. Have the Venom units started shipping?
@@dogsop They should start going out this week!
Wish it could be used with my 26" Weber. Would by one in a second.
Will the thermoworks thermometers work in this unit?
Not sure!
Is there a warranty on this? I see a return policy on the website but nothing about an actual warranty.
one year!
@@SpiderGrills Awesome, thanks
Is this a PID controlled unit?
Yes!
Will this fit on 22” performer model kettle?
Yes!
@@SpiderGrills cool, because I already bought it without checking if it would fit lol. Good to know.
Will it fix on a Weber 26"???
Not without modifications, unfortunately!
@@SpiderGrills curious why not? The ash catcher is the same on the 26 and 22. Is it the curvature of the 26?
@@hinds90 the 26 has fixed metal tabs that get in the way. We’ve seen customers modify their grill to make it work, but it takes maneuvering.
@@SpiderGrills been a while since i've been impressed with a accessory for the weber kettle.
Doesn't fit my weber
If the bottom vent is closed, how does air get inside?
The fan and the top vent.
@@SpiderGrills Sorry - this answer makes no sense. If the bottom vent is closed - hiw is the fan pumping air into the weber?
@@wmrrock the air is coming in from the top vent.
@@SpiderGrills you may be answering this question incorrectly. Let me try and correct me if I’m wrong.
When closing the vent on the Spider Venom attachment it actually positions the Weber blades fully open. This allows the fan to introduce air into the Kettle.
Let me know if you’d like me to test one of these out on my channel where I use Weber Kettles. I also teach BBQ fundamentals on Weber Kettle Premium’s and if this thing is reliable I could imagine the possibilities.
@@madswinebbq Yes. That's correct. And the top vents of the kettle are open to various degrees depending on set temperature.
Sure... You don't show the trickiest part. Which is getting that dumb latch on.
Nice one pal 😀!! You are late to the party > P r o m o s m !!
Once it's installed, can you still use the grill without using the venom? In case power is out or you don't have access to power?
Sure can!
Got it about 4 months ago. Love it! A “set and forget” grill/ smoker. Highly recommend it for anyone who smokers on their Weber. And a lot less expensive than a pellet pooper!
How do you pause the venom for when you open huntsman lid?
@@fr0styqrc1 hold the graph button for three seconds until it beeps. Press it again to unpause.
As soon as you said wifi I said nope. Don't have wifi at my vacation home. Won't work for me.
Looks really good and almost a must have.
How am I just discovering this
How do I get this in Australia?
Do you have to plug this in, or is there a battery power option?
You can purchase a battery pack now from their website.
What about a Weber Summit Charcoal Grilling Station?
@@sunnyvalejedi yes!
Interesting. I have never seen this before today. I guess I am late to the party! lol Cool little unit for sure. 👊
We're fans of yours, man! Shot you an email!
@@SpiderGrills sweet! Thank you my man. I'll check it out.
I already have the "ash catcher" installed on my Weber Kettle. Is it hard to remove in order to install this?
and what if I needed to swap it back? is that a pain?
It’s easy. There are tabs you push in to remove it. We show it in one of our other videos. Easy to reinstall too!
Yes we got ours today on are prize wining weber thanks for the video it help out with putting it together
When can we have this in Europe?
Can we get this video without the bed?
Is the controller a PID?
So does this only work off of 2.4ghz wifi?
I just installed mine. When my draft door is closed, my bottom vents are fully open. Is this correct? Thanks!
Yes!
Mine just arrived and I installed it. Is it okay that I can see the gasket through the vent holes?
Yep!
Will there be a WSM version coming out? I live in Indiana. How will it hold up outside during a winter cook? Of course I'd store it in the garage when not cooking. Excellent product you have a very smart design.
No plans for a WSM for now. And we’ve never had any complaints on cold weather!
I think the WSM has a means of installing a temp sensor / fan kit without having to drill a hole. The Weber Kettle didn't, so this is perfect for that.
Can't wait! Side note- The lava tape (or whatever gasket material was used) between the venom and kettle is a nice touch.
It's all in the details!
Does it run on batteries it have to plug in an outlet?
Battery upgrade coming this month!
Only 2.4G? Whyyyyy?
2.4 ghz has longer ranger than 5. Unless you have a dedicated outdoor repeater you will always want to use 2.4 over 5 outside.
This will fore sure be the next addition I get for my Kettle!
I saw a review video on the Venom that said the charcoal basket or slow n sear basket has to be set up on the same side as the Venom (in the front) to work the best. Is that true?
Yep! Check out our video on the Venom.
Hmmm, this setup is opposite of how most people setup their coals. Bit of a del breaker for me. In the next generation, consider a design with the fan on the backside but keeping the display/controls on the front.
@@drzoidberg1 Totally agree
Have to agree on this oddity.
Hi Guys
I'm in the UK and I'm trying to buy spider grills venom . I'm having no success can you please help . Tim
Only available in the US.
@@SpiderGrills That's a real shame . Can I import one ? . If so how much would postage be Tim
If I could post this working on bbq groups I'm on you would be looking at alot of interested people . Tim
@@SpiderGrills may have bagged one to brought to England for me . I think this is bloody amazing and the Spider grill 22 brilliant . You need to think about England and I can give you details of potential outlets for your stuff . Tim
@@SpiderGrills Heard you hope I've got one coming from your side of pond in next two weeks 😉
Have you used this with a Slow and Sear?
It doesn't fit Slow and Sear products.
@@SpiderGrills I was referring to the slow and sear insert for weber kettle, not the slow and sear version of the kettle. Sorry for not being more clear.
@@shaneeddings883 Yes. it will definitely work with the Slow and sear accessory.
Do you have to calibrate Venom's ambient thermometer? Temperature reading on Venom, does not match Weber's analog thermometer temperature. Weber reads 190F ish Venom 280F. Off by approx. 90F. That's quiet off! Haven't had success using it. Got it back on May 24, 2023. Any chance of a refund?
@Napoleon Grills , are you guys paying attention?! 😊👍🏻
Is it waterproof ?
It won’t die if it gets wet or rained on. But it can’t be fully submerged in water.
@@SpiderGrills do you also deliver in Canada ? And if the wifi of the house does not reach, can you make it work with the internet from my phone ?
We don’t ship to Canada.
@@Capthook15 thanks for asking this question and I also seen that there's no reply from them! I also have this same question and to add to your question I would also ask if turning on your wifi hot spot on your phone would work for the Venom and the app too?
@@johni.9758 Excellent question for the hotspot !