GFTIME Rapidfire Chimney Starter (30cm H x 19cm DIA) for Weber 7416
Product description
The essentials
If you regularly cook with charcoal, a chimney starter is one of those BBQ tools that feels almost too simple—until you use it. The GFTIME Rapidfire Chimney Starter is designed to get briquettes (or charcoal) going quickly and evenly, so you spend less time fussing with patchy flames and more time waiting for the first proper heat.
On paper, it’s aimed at people who want a reliable way to light fuel without using chemicals, and who appreciate a sturdier build for repeated sessions. The size is also clearly set up for “proper BBQ” portions rather than a token amount of coals.
What it’s for (and what it does differently)
A chimney starter works by heating fuel from below so it ignites in a controlled, fairly even way. This model is a charcoal briquettes lighter and chimney starter for BBQ use, sized at 30cm tall and 19cm diameter, and it’s made to hold enough fuel for a kettle-style barbecue (the listing mentions capacity for a 57 cm kettle grill).
The practical payoff is that you’re not juggling multiple lighting batches. If you’ve ever had to light two starters because the first one wasn’t enough, this is the sort of tool you buy to avoid that exact annoyance.
There’s also a “clean start” angle: it’s described as a chemical-free way to begin, and it can be lit with newspaper as well.
Key takeaways (how it performs in use)
What you’ll notice most is the design aimed at speed and control. The bottom has larger holes intended to help the fire starter catch quicker, and the listing states you can get fast, even embers in around 10 minutes.
For handling, there’s a main handle with a heat shield and a second folding handle, with the main handle described as hard-wearing plastic for insulation. In other words, it’s meant to be safer and easier to pour without you hovering over hot coals.
And when it’s time to empty, you can pour burned charcoal into a charcoal basket (so it’s not just a “light it and hope” situation).
Worth noting: the “about 10 minutes” timing is a guide, not a guarantee—conditions like wind and how dry your newspaper/fire starter is can shift results.
Where it shines (and where it may not)
This chimney starter makes the most sense if you: - Prefer a more controlled lighting method for charcoal or briquettes. - Want quicker, more even embers rather than uneven flaming edges. - Cook on a kettle grill and want a larger fuel batch from one go.
It may not be the best match if you’re only lighting tiny amounts of fuel, or if you’re looking for something that’s fully tailored with more advanced features than basic ignition and pouring control.
Also, while it’s described for Weber 7416 in the title, the listing itself mainly frames it as BBQ accessories for that setup—if you’re very particular about exact fit with your specific grill, it’s worth double-checking before buying.
Tech summary
- Type: charcoal chimney starter / briquettes lighter
- Fuel: charcoal or briquettes, can also be lit using newspaper
- Capacity reference: holds enough briquettes for a 57 cm kettle grill
- Dimensions: 30cm height x 19cm diameter
- Build notes: bottom holes for quicker lighting, insulated main handle with hard-wearing plastic, heat shield and folding pour handle
Quick buying checklist (before you press buy)
Before ordering, it’s smart to confirm a few things based on the listing details you’ll care about: - Is your grill a kettle-style size around the 57 cm mark, or do you need a different capacity? - Are you happy with a chimney-starting approach (newspaper/light-from-below) rather than quick-start fluids? - Do you want something sized for a one-batch lighting routine, not repeated small starts?
If you’re the sort of person who dislikes fiddly lighting methods, this is the type of tool that usually earns a place on the side shelf.
Should you buy it?
A solid pick if you want faster, more even charcoal ignition in one go, and you like the idea of lighting with newspaper and keeping things chemical-free. It also suits you if you’re working with a kettle grill setup and want enough fuel to avoid lighting multiple starters.
You may want to skip it if you only cook with small fuel amounts, or if you need a chimney starter that’s confirmed to fit your exact grill configuration beyond the general Weber 7416 reference. And as with any chimney starter, your results depend a bit on conditions—especially wind and starter material.
Mini FAQ
How long does it take to get ready?
The listing states you can reach fast, even embers in about 10 minutes.
What fuels can you use?
It’s intended for charcoal or briquettes, and the listing says it can also be lit with newspaper.
Can you reuse the burned charcoal?
Yes—after lighting, you can pour burned charcoal into a charcoal basket to use.
Does it use chemicals?
The listing describes it as a clean, chemical-free way to start off the BBQ.
What size grill is it aimed at?
It’s described as holding enough briquettes for a 57 cm kettle grill.