SO GLAD I pulled the trigger. I have had other high-end grills over the years, buying partially because of the exclusivity. I shied away from Weber because it was a big, mass produced grill. Well I have to say you loose NOTHING going with the big name. They really have the design down and it cooks better than anything I have owned. 20 years ago, handcrafted boutique grills WERE better made but now the manufacturing process works for you! That said, I did have an issue with my grill. The cover and the lower shell were scaping. The lower shell was out of spec, but... customer service shipped me a new part in days!  I wish I did N have to swap it out myself but I will not take a star away for that. Did I mention I have another Weber? The genisis II and is cooks just as well. M S-335 have the sear burner, I have yet to put that to the test but love the concept!