Larry Wolfe said:
You also get the tuck away lid holder, charcoal bin, electronic ignition (which I love), dual purpose thermometer and the additional workspace which also provides a much more stable grill. For me the Performer was the way to go. It cost more, but it's worth it IMHO.
It is definitely worth it. I looked at all the Performer before I bought the
Bar-B-Chef Texas Grill. The Performer is a great grill. I ultimately went with the Texas grill for the size, heavy cast iron grates, charcoal "elevator", & refuling method.
I have those Kingsford storage bins which have worked perfectly under the cover for the Texas Grill.
I have also adapted a sophisticated but elegant
electronic ignition to work for both grills. Anyone who wants plans, just PM me, and I'll send them to you free of charge.