The Bastard VX barbecues look a little different from what you're used to from a kamado barbecue. That's because the VX line has a flatter lid than regular The Bastard kamados. You can also keep an eye on the temperature of the VX barbecues better thanks to the new ventilation grids and thermometer. The new hinge on the lid of the VX kamado makes it easier to open than the regular The Bastard barbecues.