Weber Grill: From Backyard Icon to Global Leader

Last Modified: 21-Jul-2025 7:37 AM
  • 1952
    Year George Stephen invented the Weber kettle grill while working at Weber Brothers Metal Works in Illinois, laying the foundation of the brand’s iconic product design.
  • 1958
    Year Weber-Stephen Products Co. was formally established following Stephen’s acquisition of Weber Brothers Metal Works.
  • 78
    Number of countries where Weber sells grills, demonstrating its global reach.
  • 24%
    Weber’s unit share of the U.S. barbecue grill market as of March 2024—the highest market share among brands.
  • 21%
    Weber’s dollar share of the U.S. barbecue grill market in March 2024, making it the leading brand by revenue.
  • $1.586 billion
    Weber Inc.’s net sales during the fiscal year 2022, showing strong commercial scale.
  • $963 million
    Value of grills and accessories sold by Weber in the six months ending March 2021—up from $1.3 bn in the year ending Sept 2019.
  • $142 million
    Amount in USD spent by Weber in 2021 to acquire smart-appliance startup June Life.
  • $250 million
    Proceeds (gross) from Weber’s IPO in August 2021 before being taken private in 2023.
  • 4
    Number of Weber Grill Restaurant locations remaining in the U.S. after original Wheeling flagship closed in 2010.