Overview
The rundown on the Kamado Big Joe Series I
Unleash culinary magic with the Kamado Big Joe™ BBQ Grill - Series I, a premium outdoor cooking masterpiece crafted for Australian BBQ enthusiasts seeking to redefine their backyard experience. This isn’t just a grill—it’s a statement, featuring a spacious 450 square-inch cooking surface and an array of racks and accessories that enable effortless grilling, smoking, roasting, and baking. Whether you’re hosting a lively gathering or preparing an intimate dinner, the Big Joe™ delivers a versatile cooking experience tailored to your every need, with its 24-inch cooking space perfect for entertaining a crowd. Built from top-tier ceramics and equipped with made-to-last stainless steel cooking grates for uniform heat distribution, this grill boasts precision at your fingertips with a built-in thermometer and cast iron top vent for consistent temperature control. Enhanced with a patented ash drawer for easy cleanup, folding HDPE side shelves for prep space, a grill gripper, and an ash tool, plus a cart with locking wheels for mobility and stability, the Kamado Big Joe™ - Series I elevates your grilling game with durable, user-friendly design and delicious, consistent results.
Product Features
- Spacious Cooking: Offers 450 square inches of cooking space with the 2-Tier Divide & Conquer Flexible Cooking System.
- Robust Construction: Crafted from premium ceramics with durable stainless steel cooking grates for even heat.
- Precision Temperature Control: Built-in thermometer and cast iron top vent ensure accurate and consistent cooking.
- User-Friendly Design: Patented ash drawer simplifies cleanup, with folding HDPE side shelves for prep space.
- Mobility and Stability: Mounted on a cart with locking wheels for easy movement and secure positioning.
- Versatile Cooking: Supports grilling, smoking, roasting, and baking with its expansive setup.
Watch it in action
The Kamado Big Joe Series I, up close
Spec sheet & warranty
SKU BJ24RH
Model Information
- Model Name
- Kamado Joe Big Joe™ BBQ Grill - Series I
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions
- Details available upon request (24-inch diameter)
- Gross Weight
- Details available upon request
Performance
- Cooking Space
- 450 square inches
- Temperature Control
- Built-in thermometer with cast iron top vent
Additional Features
- Material
- Premium ceramics, stainless steel grates, HDPE shelves
- Design
- 2-Tier Divide & Conquer Flexible Cooking System
- Accessories
- Patented ash drawer, grill gripper, ash tool
- Mobility
- Cart with locking wheels
- Usage
- Grilling, smoking, roasting, baking
- In the Box
- Big Joe™ BBQ Grill - Series I, cart, accessories
Delivery, returns & paperwork
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Oz BBQ operates a nationwide distribution network, with items shipping from:
- Our warehouse in Bendigo, Victoria
- Partner supplier warehouses on the East Coast
- Partner supplier warehouses on the West Coast
This multi-location approach allows us to provide efficient delivery across Australia. Use our shipping calculator on the product pages for accurate delivery times and costs to your location.
Important Shipping Notes:
- We cannot deliver to PO Boxes, Private Mail Bags or Parcel Lockers
- Depot pickup options may be available at reduced rates (contact us to discuss)
- Off-mainland deliveries require additional shipping fees (custom quoted)
- Missed deliveries may incur a redelivery fee set by the courier
- All shipments managed through our trusted delivery partners including Border Express, AusPost, Sendle and Aramex
Returns
As outlined in our Refund Policy, we follow the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) which protects consumers by providing certain guaranteed rights when buying goods and services.
You can return items if:
- The product is faulty or not of merchantable quality
- The product is not fit for its intended purpose
- The product does not match the description
- You can present proof of purchase
For change of mind returns:
- Item must be in original condition with tags attached
- Must be returned within 30 days of purchase
- Original proof of purchase required
- Return shipping is at customer's expense
- Original delivery charges are non-refundable unless due to our error
Refunds will be processed within 10 business days of receiving and inspecting the return.
For full details, please refer to our:
Warranty
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Warranty
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Kamado Joe warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under proper assembly, normal residential use and recommended care, from the date of original retail purchase, for the original purchaser. Register the product on kamadojoe.com within 30 days of purchase and keep your proof of purchase.
Warranty Period
| Component | Period |
| Ceramic parts | Limited lifetime |
| Metal parts | 5 years |
| Electronic components, heat deflectors and pizza stones | 3 years |
| Miscellaneous components and standalone accessories | 2 years |
Full terms, including what is not covered: Kamado Joe Warranty & Returns.
What's Covered
- Cracks or structural defects in ceramic firebox, dome, or body under normal use
- Manufacturing defects in metal bands, hinges, and cart components
- Thermometer inaccuracy due to a manufacturing defect
- Gasket failure not caused by improper use or overheating
What's Not Covered
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage from misuse, abuse, neglect, or accidents
- Failure to follow product instructions or improper installation
- Cosmetic damage (scratches, dents, discolouration) from normal use or weathering
- Damage caused by use with non-recommended fuels, accessories, or parts
- Rust or corrosion from exposure to coastal/salt-air environments without appropriate maintenance
- Commercial use (unless the product is specifically rated for it)
- Ceramic cracking from thermal shock (rapid temperature changes), overfiring, or use of lighter fluid
- Damage caused by dropping or impact
- Discolouration of ceramic from high heat (a normal characteristic)
- Accessories and consumable items beyond their stated period
How to Make a Claim
Kamado Joe handles warranty claims directly, and they ship any replacement parts straight to you.
- Check the troubleshooting guide for your model on the Kamado Joe support page first. Kamado Joe asks for this before a claim.
- Register your product on the same page if you haven't already.
- Fill in the Contact Us form under "Get Help" at the bottom of that page. Include photos (and ideally a video) of the problem, the serial number and model number from the data plate, your date and place of purchase, a street address (not a PO box), and your proof of purchase.
Need a copy of your invoice? Contact us with your order number and we'll send it.
All products sold by Oz BBQ come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Manuals & downloads
Owner reviews
Across the 4 other Kamado Joe cookers we sell, owners rate them 5.0 from 13 ratings. See the range
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Expert Advice
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Sizing
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Probes
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