Weber Hinged Diffuser Plate – Is It Worth It?

Is the Weber Hinged Diffuser Plate actually worth upgrading to for the Weber Summit Kamado? In this video I share my experience using the hinged diffuser plate and compare it to the standard diffuser plate that comes with the Weber Summit Kamado. While the stock diffuser plate already does a great job for low and slow BBQ, the hinged version adds a level of convenience that some cooks may really appreciate. I talk about the advantages of the hinged design, when it actually makes a difference during a cook, and whether the extra cost makes sense depending on how you like to use your kamado grill. If you're cooking brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, or other low and slow BBQ, this upgrade might be useful — but it may not be necessary for everyone. Not sponsored — just my honest thoughts after using both. 🛠️ Gear used: Easy Spin Grate Buy Here: https://amzn.to/48FIo6m Slow N Sear: https://amzn.to/42N7qwE Drip N Griddle: https://amzn.to/4nUjfJP Buy The Weber Summit Kamado Here: https://amzn.to/4akUlxt Buy The Kamado Grill Cover Here: https://amzn.to/3E6svbT Buy The Original Kettle Premium Here: https://amzn.to/3WmmM8d Buy The SS Foldable Side Table Here: https://amzn.to/42dJsva Buy FOGO Blazaball Here: https://amzn.to/4gTUJFj Buy My Favorite Sear Torch Here: https://amzn.to/42ckWKP Buy FOGO Charcoal Here: https://amzn.to/4aqHucX Buy Jealous Devil Here: https://amzn.to/42pxtt6 Buy Kingsfords Here: https://amzn.to/4joUfIk 📌 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Easier to Use 02:13 - Fuel Efficiency 03:16 - Cool Hidden Configuration 04:45 - Performance Difference 06:26 - Final Thoughts 💬 Drop your questions in the comments – I love to respond to them! 👍 Like this video if it helped, and subscribe for more BBQ, Grilling, and Cooking content weekly! 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @tomwadek 🌐 Check out my website: www.moonlightsandcastle.com/tomskitchen 🛒 WHAT I USE: Check Out My Amazon Store For Products I Use in My Videos! https://www.amazon.com/shop/tomwade //Join Patreons for more perks and community fun: https://patreon.com/tomwadek //Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_O5QYdUD8RiVvtjjbU3_g/join //Buy My Merch! https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/user/tom+wade+merch/?srEdit=pa#?affiliateId=11625 //Discounts: Try Amazon Prime for 30 days: https://amzn.to/387Yn0f Gift Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/38ei32M 🔉 Like my sound? Try them out with this link! Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/q7946b/ AUDIIO: www.audiio.com/tomwade As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. @GrillwithWeber