Big Green Egg Grill Size Measurements
To identify or compare an Egg size, measure the cooking grid across its widest point and measure the height from the base to the top of the closed dome. Match your measurements with the chart below.
EGG Size | Grid Diameter | Height |
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2XL | 29 in (74 cm) | 35.4 in (90 cm) |
XL | 24 in (61 cm) | 30.7 in (78 cm) |
Large | 18.25 in (46 cm) | 33 in (84 cm) |
Medium | 15 in (38 cm) | 28.34 in (72 cm) |
Small | 13 in (33 cm) | 24 in (61 cm) |
MiniMax | 13 in (33 cm) | 19.5 in (50 cm) |
Mini | 10 in (25 cm) | 17 in (43 cm) |
Cooking Area and Capacity Guide
Use this chart to compare cooking space and typical capacity. Capacity can vary depending on food size, arrangement, accessories, and cooking method.
EGG Size | Cooking Area | Ideal For | Can Cook |
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2XL | 672 sq in (4336 cm²) | 12–20 people | 6 whole chickens, 30 burgers, 10 Boston butts (8 lbs) |
XL | 452 sq in (2919 cm²) | 6–12 people | 4 whole chickens, 20 burgers, 6 Boston butts (8 lbs) |
Large | 262 sq in (1688 cm²) | 4–6 people | 2 whole chickens, 12 burgers, 4 Boston butts (8 lbs) |
Medium | 177 sq in (1140 cm²) | 2–5 people | 1 whole chicken, 8 burgers, 3 Boston butts (8 lbs) |
Small | 133 sq in (856 cm²) | 1–3 people | 1 whole chicken, 6 burgers, 1 Boston butt (8 lbs) |
MiniMax | 133 sq in (855 cm²) | 1–3 people | 1 whole chicken, 6 burgers, 1 Boston butt (8 lbs) |
Mini | — | — | — |