The Bastard vs Big Green Egg.
Two established kamado brands, both sold through a dealer network: The Bastard mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium, Big Green Egg worldwide. Here we put price, specifications and warranty of both brands side by side — without a third party weighing in.
- € 1.649Bastard Urban Large
- € 2.572BGE Large, complete
- 49 vs 46 cmgrate difference
The Bastard or Big Green Egg: what's the difference?
Both brands are established names that sell exclusively through a dealer network, both with serious-quality ceramic. The biggest difference is in warranty and purchase requirements: Big Green Egg gives limited lifetime warranty on the main ceramic parts, but only if you buy from an authorised dealer — otherwise the warranty is void immediately. The Bastard gives 20 years on dome and base, with no such requirement, but with a registration obligation within 3 months. On price, The Bastard's Large is cheaper than Big Green Egg's comparable Large, though Big Green Egg's grate is slightly smaller.
- The Bastard Urban Large (49 cm, complete) costs € 1,649. Big Green Egg Large (46 cm, complete with base) costs € 2,572.
- Ceramic warranty: The Bastard 20 years on dome and base, no dealer requirement. Big Green Egg limited lifetime, but tied to an authorised dealer.
- Registration: The Bastard required within 3 months. Big Green Egg required, no stated deadline, but decisive for whether the warranty applies.
- Note on price comparisons: dealers regularly run promotional prices on both brands, so in practice the difference can be smaller than the RRPs here suggest.
Large, complete with base — side by side
Compare2 models
The Bastard Urban Large
Big Green Egg Large
RRP
€ 1.649
€ 2.572
Grate diameter
49 cm
46 cm
Grilling surface
not specified
1,688 cm²
Number of people
up to 8
up to 8
Ceramic warranty
20 years on dome and base
Limited lifetime (core parts)
Warranty other parts
Thermometer and side tables 1 year
ConvEGGtor/pizza stone 3 years, wood/plastic 1 year
Registration required
Yes, within 3 months
Yes, otherwise warranty is void
Transferable
No
No
Where to buy
Via dealer
Only from an authorised dealer
Cart/base
Base
Nest, powder-coated steel on wheels
Side tables
Yes, wood
Yes, acacia wood
Grates included
2× half stainless steel
1× stainless steel grate
Multi-level system
Yes, Multi Level System
No, EGGspander available separately
Heat deflector
Yes, included
Yes, ConvEGGtor included
Charcoal basket
not specified
No, ceramic fire ring
Ash drawer
not specified
No, ash tool (manual)
Where The Bastard is better
On these points The Bastard has the upper hand.
- € 900 cheaper
Lower entry price
The Urban Large costs € 1,649 versus € 2,572 for the comparable Big Green Egg Large. Even the pricier Bastard models typically stay below the Big Green Egg price at the same size. - 20 years, no fine print
No dealer requirement on the warranty
The Bastard gives 20 years on dome and base with no condition that you must buy from an authorised dealer. With Big Green Egg the warranty is void if you don't buy from an authorised dealer — even if nothing else is wrong with the appliance. - 49 cm vs 46 cm
Slightly bigger grate
The Bastard Large has a grate diameter of 49 cm versus 46 cm for the Big Green Egg Large. On a full plate that's room for just a bit more food.
Where Big Green Egg is better
On these points Big Green Egg has the upper hand.
- Market leader
The best-known brand in the world
Big Green Egg is the brand that put the kamado category on the map and has the largest worldwide network of dealers, community and third-party accessories — and typically the highest resale value. - Complete package
ConvEGGtor included as standard
The Nest package includes the ConvEGGtor — the heat deflector for indirect cooking and baking — as standard, along with an ash tool and starter charcoal. With The Bastard the heat deflector is also included as standard, but the brand publishes less detail on exactly what's included. - 3 years vs 1 year
Longer warranty on accessories
On the ConvEGGtor and pizza stone Big Green Egg gives 3 years of warranty. The Bastard gives 1 year on the thermometer and the wooden side tables. On that specific point Big Green Egg's coverage is broader.
Frequently asked questions about The Bastard and Big Green Egg
Is The Bastard cheaper than Big Green Egg?
At comparable sizes, yes. The Bastard Urban Large has an RRP of € 1,649, the Big Green Egg Large (complete with base) € 2,572. Note: dealers regularly run promotional prices on both brands, so in practice the difference can be smaller. This comparison uses the RRPs of both brands.
Who gives the best warranty on the ceramic?
The Bastard gives 20 years on dome and base, with no requirement to buy from an authorised dealer. Big Green Egg gives limited lifetime warranty on the main ceramic parts, but it's void if you don't buy from an authorised dealer. Both brands require registration and neither warranty is transferable to a second owner.
Why is Big Green Egg's warranty void if I don't buy from an authorised dealer?
That's a deliberate choice by the brand to protect its dealer network: buy from a non-authorised seller or an unauthorised web shop and the warranty doesn't apply, even if you do nothing wrong yourself. With The Bastard this requirement doesn't apply.
Which brand has the bigger grate?
On the Large size, The Bastard has a slightly bigger grate at 49 cm versus Big Green Egg's 46 cm. Big Green Egg does have the bigger flagship model in the range with the XLarge (61 cm).
Is there a cheaper alternative to these two brands?
Yes. Grill Bill is a Dutch brand that sells direct, with no dealer network and so no dealer margin in the price. Their best-equipped Large costs € 1,599 — below both brands in this comparison. Check the separate comparisons with The Bastard and with Big Green Egg for full specifications.
Can I transfer the warranty if I sell my kamado?
No, with neither brand. That applies to virtually all kamado brands: warranties apply only to the first owner who registered the appliance.