Kamado Joe Accessories: 5 Upgrades Worth Adding to Your Joe

You've got the Kamado Joe. You've nailed a few low and slow cooks, maybe a reverse seared steak or two. Now you're wondering what else that ceramic beast can do. The right Kamado Joe accessories are the answer. They turn one cooker into a rotisserie, a pizza oven, a hot plate and a two-zone smoker, all without buying another barbecue.

We've narrowed it down to the five accessories that make the biggest difference for owners. Here's what each one does, who it suits, and the one we'd tell you to grab first.

Why the Right Accessories Change Everything

A kamado's strength is heat control. The thick ceramic walls hold temperature like nothing else, and that's exactly why accessories work so well on it. Each one takes that steady heat and points it at a new job.

The trick is buying the pieces that open up new cooks, not gadgets that sit in the shed. Every accessory below earns its spot by letting you cook something you couldn't before, or by making the cooks you already do easier.

1. JoeTisserie: The Kamado Joe Rotisserie

If we could only pick one, this is it. The Kamado Joe JoeTisserie is Kamado Joe's own rotisserie kit, and it's built to work with the cooker rather than against it.

Rotisserie cooking on a round cooker usually means cooking with the lid propped open. Not this one. The tapered, wedge shape sits between the base and the dome, so you can close the lid all the way down. That means the heat and smoke stay in, the temperature holds steady, and the meat self-bastes as it turns.

What you get:

• Up to 20kg of cooking capacity, enough for a big pork roast, a couple of chickens or a leg of lamb
• 304-grade stainless steel spit rod and forks that clean up easily
• A quiet 240V motor that does the turning while you look after your guests

Where it really shines is pork crackle. The constant rotation renders the fat evenly and the radiant heat blisters the skin all the way round, so you get crisp crackling on every slice, not just the top.

2. DoJoe: Turn Your Joe Into a Kamado Joe Pizza Oven

Pizza night, sorted. The DoJoe pizza oven attachment uses the same wedge idea as the JoeTisserie. It sits between the base and the dome so you can close the hood and trap the heat in the cooking chamber.

That's the secret to a proper wood-fired style pizza. The DoJoe holds steady temperatures between roughly 204°C and 370°C without you lifting the dome, and a full viewing window lets you keep an eye on your pizza while the heat stays put.

• A thick, heavy pizza stone comes in the box, so you're ready to cook straight away
• Cast aluminium build with a viewing window, so there's no guesswork
• Get it properly heat-soaked, and you're looking at pizzas cooked in about two minutes

Give the stone plenty of time to come up to temperature before the first pizza goes in. A hot stone is what gives you that crisp, blistered base.

3. Cast Iron Griddle: Steaks, Chops and Brekky

The humble griddle doesn't look flashy, but it might be the accessory you use most. The Classic Joe half moon griddle is a big slab of cast iron that's reversible, so you get two cooking surfaces in one: a ribbed side for searing and a smooth side that works like a hot plate.

Cast iron soaks up heat and holds it, which is exactly what you want for:

• Steak sears with a deep, even crust
• Lamb chops and sausages
• Eggs, bacon and smashed burgers on the flat side

Because it's a half moon, you can run the griddle on one side and a standard grate on the other. Sear on the cast iron, then shift the meat across to finish gently.

4. Kamado Joe Charcoal Basket: Better Airflow, Less Waste

It's the least glamorous accessory here, and one of the most useful. The Kamado Joe charcoal basket is a stainless steel basket that sits in your firebox, and it comes in three sizes to suit the Joe Jr, Classic and Big Joe.

Here's why it makes a difference:

• Charcoal efficiency. The basket lets ash drop out while the unburnt charcoal stays put. Lift it out after a cook, give it a shake, and the leftover lump is ready to go again.
• More airflow. With the ash falling away, oxygen moves freely around the coals. That means quicker lighting and steadier temperatures. If you want to get better at reading your vents, our guide on how to control the temperature in a kamado walks through it.
• Divide and conquer. The included divider lets you split the coals and run multiple heat zones in one cooker, so you can sear on one side and cook gently on the other.

5. Kamado Joe Cover: Protect Your Investment

We all love cooking. We all hate a cooker that's starting to weather away. A good Kamado Joe cover is the simplest way to keep your Joe looking and working like new.

The Kamado Joe heavy duty cover is made from tough, solution-dyed polyester that's waterproof, windproof and fade-resistant. That matters in Australia, where full sun and summer storms take a toll on anything left outdoors.

Like the charcoal basket, it comes in three sizes for the Joe Jr, Classic and Big Joe, so make sure you match it to your model. Not sure which Joe you've got? Our Kamado Joe Classic vs Big Joe comparison breaks down the sizes.

Which Kamado Joe Accessory Should You Buy First?

Here's how the five stack up at a glance:

Our pick is the JoeTisserie. It adds a whole new style of cooking to your Joe, and closing the lid on a turning pork roast is a game changer. If you mostly cook steaks and smoke, the charcoal basket is the best value upgrade. And if your Joe lives outside uncovered, sort the cover first.

More Kamado Joe Accessories to Explore

These five are where we'd start, but the range goes deeper. There are extra grill variations for different cooking setups, and soapstones for gentle, even searing of seafood and delicate cuts. Whatever you cook, there's a way to get more out of your Joe.

Fire It Up

Your Kamado Joe is already one of the most versatile cookers in the backyard. Add the right accessories and it becomes the centrepiece of every cook-up, from Saturday pizza nights to the Christmas pork roast.

Browse the full Kamado Joe range at BBQ Spit Rotisseries and find the Kamado Joe accessories Australia's backyard cooks are adding to their setups. Not sure what fits your model? Give our team a call and we'll point you in the right direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Kamado Joe accessory to buy first?

For most owners, the JoeTisserie is the best first accessory because it adds a completely new style of cooking. It lets you rotisserie up to 20kg of meat with the lid closed. If you want the best everyday value, the charcoal basket improves airflow and saves charcoal on every cook.

Can you close the lid with the Kamado Joe rotisserie?

Yes. The JoeTisserie has a tapered, wedge shape that sits between the base and the dome, so the lid closes fully while the meat turns. That keeps the heat and smoke inside for a more even cook.

How hot does the DoJoe pizza oven get?

The DoJoe is designed to hold steady temperatures between roughly 204°C and 370°C without lifting the dome. Once the stone is properly heated, pizzas cook in about two minutes.

Do Kamado Joe accessories come in different sizes?

Many do. The charcoal basket and cover each come in three sizes to suit the Joe Jr, Classic and Big Joe. Always check the product page to make sure the accessory matches your model.

Do you need a cover for a ceramic kamado?

Yes, if your kamado lives outdoors. The ceramic itself is tough, but a waterproof, fade-resistant cover protects the exterior, hardware and cart from sun, rain and grime, and keeps your Joe looking good for years.

by: Sasha Halabi