Take the guesswork out of charcoal grilling with the Venom® Digital Controller. Featuring app-connected temperature control, Venom® automatically manages airflow to maintain precise cooking temperatures, helping you achieve consistent live-fire results with less effort.
1. Install Venom® Attach the Venom® to your compatible Weber® kettle and connect the ash bucket.
2. Fire Up & Set Temp Light your charcoal, plug in the pit probe, and select your desired cooking temperature on the controller or in the Spider Grills app.
3. Let Venom® Take Control Venom® automatically manages airflow to maintain your target temperature while you monitor your cook from anywhere.
I have a Weber Performer grill and the installation of the Venom was quite easy. I will credit videos posted by individuals not associated with Spider Grills, with making this go smoothly. (Not sure why Spider Grills hasn't created an instructional video for the installation of the Venom on a Weber Performer, but oh well.) The location of the damper control and the ash bucket handle is a little awkward, but not really a problem.
I have performed two cooks with the Venom. One was approximately a 5-hour cook and the other was around 10 hours. Both went very well. Temps held extremely steady except for issues due to how I had my charcoal briquettes set up. That was my fault and I will attribute it to a learning curve.
I would highly recommend the Venom if you want to be able to control cooking temperatures on longer cooks.
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Aaron Colyer (TheLondonReject)
10/10! Must have upgrade for Weber Kettles!
The only upgrade to the Weber Kettle I’d recommend! I’ve done a couple cooks with it and it’s never missed a beat! Smooth process! I was actually using a shipping company to get this over to the UK. Spider Grills customer service went above and beyond to help me get everything I need to give to the carrier. 10/10 service and product
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Daryl Rosenblatt
I love my new grill additon
Installation was a breeze (a bit tougher since I have a Performer, but still, the videos are really clear. I use a Low n Slow from Weber (which gives me a larger grill area than the SlowNSear), and the Venom controlled it perfectly. I set it for 250, put in the probe and off I went. So the pluses and minuses: The Pluses: 1. Easy to set 2. The app works great and communicates easily. 3. The temp range of the grill was in basically 235 to 265, which is pretty amazing. 4. The heat control is so good the coals lasted much longer. The minuses: Really only one I can think of. At startup the screen coming on is a bit slow, it takes maybe 15 seconds, enough time to think it's not working. Also, I have found to make sure the temperature probe is plugged in and ready before you turn it on or you have to restart. Not a big deal, just how it's clearly programmed So five stars for sure, and I would definitely buy this again.
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Eric D.
Set It and Forget It
The Spider Grills Venom Digital Temperature Controller has completely changed the way I use my Weber Kettle. Setup was straightforward, and the controller makes maintaining a steady cooking temperature incredibly easy. Once I set the desired temperature, the Venom automatically manages the airflow and keeps the grill running consistently without requiring constant vent adjustments.
It is especially valuable for longer cooks because I can spend more time with my family instead of repeatedly checking the grill. The digital controls are easy to understand, the temperature readings are clear, and the overall construction feels solid and dependable.
The Venom gives you the authentic flavor of charcoal grilling with the convenience and temperature control of a pellet grill. Whether I am smoking ribs or cooking a pork shoulder, it delivers consistent results. This is one of the best upgrades I have made to my Weber Kettle, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants better temperature control and a more enjoyable grilling experience.
Venom® is compatible with most 22" Weber® One-Touch® kettle grills, Weber® Performer™ models, and the Weber® Summit® Kamado E6. A 26" Weber® kettle can be used with optional Spider 26" Conversion Clips.
Yes. Venom® is fully functional right out of the box using the onboard controller. The Spider Grills app simply adds remote monitoring, temperature adjustments, and notifications.
Venom® automatically manages airflow to maintain precise cooking temperatures from 150°F to 550°F, making it perfect for smoking, roasting, baking, and grilling. While Venom® is capable of reaching temperatures up to 700°F, Weber® recommends a maximum operating temperature of 550°F for its kettle grills.
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