onlyfire Half-Moon Stainless Steel Charcoal Basket with Water Reservoir — Two-Zone Smoker for Weber 22/26

The onlyfire Half Moon Stainless Steel Charcoal Basket with Water Reservoir turns a standard Weber 22" or 26" kettle into a two-zone smoker with steady temperatures and easier cleanup.

Built from heavy-duty stainless steel, this half-moon charcoal basket adds a built-in water pan and an open-bottom design to improve airflow, extend burn time, and add moisture to long cooks. It’s engineered to fit the popular Weber Original Kettle sizes and creates a direct-and-indirect cooking layout so you can sear and smoke at once without extra accessories.

How does the integrated water reservoir improve long smokes?

The built-in water pan holds liquid beneath the cooking grate to stabilize heat and introduce humidity, which helps slow surface drying during multi-hour cooks. Acting as a heat sink, the reservoir reduces temperature swings so you can hold low-and-slow setpoints with less fiddling.

• Adds moisture to prevent over-drying during long smokes
• Functions as a heat sink to smooth temperature fluctuations
• Holds water, beer, or juice for flavor and humidity control

What makes this basket suitable for two-zone cooking?

The half-moon layout lets you position charcoal on one side for direct heat while leaving the opposite side for indirect cooking. That configuration lets you sear on the hot side and roast or smoke on the cooler side—ideal for mixed cooking sessions where different foods need different heat.

• Create a searing zone for steaks and a low zone for ribs or poultry
• Cook multiple foods simultaneously without flavor crossover
• Conserve charcoal by concentrating fuel where you need high heat

Will it fit my kettle grill and survive heavy use?

This basket is made specifically to fit Weber Original Kettle 22" and 26" models, seating securely inside the kettle shell for efficient use of space. Constructed from robust stainless steel, it resists warping, rust, and corrosion so it holds up to repeated high-heat cooks and outdoor conditions.

• Designed for Weber 22" and 26" kettles—check dimensions on nonstandard grills
• Stainless steel construction for long-term durability and rust resistance
• Open-bottom holes maintain airflow and prevent ash build-up

How does the open-bottom design affect burn performance and cleanup?

Perforations along the basket’s bottom let oxygen flow to the charcoal, promoting a hotter and more even burn while allowing ash to fall away from the coals. Because ash collects beneath the basket, you get cleaner burning and easier ash removal at the end of the cook.

• Bottom holes keep charcoal elevated and oxygen flowing freely
• Reduces ash smothering for a more efficient burn and higher heat
• Simplifies post-cook cleanup—ash accumulates below the basket

Who is this for? The onlyfire Half Moon Charcoal Basket is aimed at backyard cooks who want to upgrade a Weber kettle into a more versatile cooker without buying a separate smoker. It suits enthusiasts who run long low-and-slow sessions, grillers who need a reliable two-zone setup for mixed meals, and anyone seeking a durable stainless-steel insert that simplifies airflow and cleanup during frequent barbecues.