!!!New BBQ/SMOKER recommendation!!!

[morinj]

Hey guy gona do my first brisket and now I’ve been inspired to buy a new BBQ smoker, not looking for anything I can operate from my phone or anything but something that is a great quality buy once, cry once type unit, has to be large enough for full racks of ribs, and briskets! Recommendations are appreciated!

[Off in the Bushes]

Yoder smoker. 😂 You’ll definitely cry when you buy.

[HyperMOA]

Originally Posted by Off in the Bushes

Yoder smoker. 😂 You’ll definitely cry when you buy.

Hahahaha. Yes but won’t it be tears of joy?

To the OP;
I would recommend just about any larger brand of pellet smoker if you are into convenience.

If you want more of an old school experience that is still fairly easy, any larger brand ceramic Komodo.

I’d stay away from true stick-burners unless you are sure you want to commit a lot of time to master it.

[tirebob]

Originally Posted by HyperMOA

Hahahaha. Yes but won’t it be tears of joy?

To the OP;
I would recommend just about any larger brand of pellet smoker if you are into convenience.

If you want more of an old school experience that is still fairly easy, any larger brand ceramic Komodo.

I’d stay away from true stick-burners unless you are sure you want to commit a lot of time to master it.

But soooooo worth it! lol!

Seriously though, I stick burnered everything for years and really enjoy it and always pushed the mindset that anything else is just cheating, but even I have succumbed to the pellet smoker. I smoke so often that I just can't justify having to monitor the heat so religiously and never sleep. The pellet grill isn't quite as aggressive smoke wise, but it is still more than pleasing (actually more pleasing to many) and definitely gives a guy his time back to be able to do something other than just watching temperatures all day long. It is also so much simpler to guarantee a problem free cook.

There is something to be said for making amazing bbq mid week while still doing my job and answering e-mails or mowing the lawn or watching a movie with the better half or anything else. I still love firing up the stick burner now and again but pellet has given me more time back for the daily stuff!

[moniaw24]

I just picked up a Pit Boss vertical pellet smoker.... I already have a pellet grill..... they are both great... I use the vertical for smoking sausage and making jerky

[tbiddy]

Originally Posted by tirebob

But soooooo worth it! lol!

Seriously though, I stick burnered everything for years and really enjoy it and always pushed the mindset that anything else is just cheating, but even I have succumbed to the pellet smoker. I smoke so often that I just can't justify having to monitor the heat so religiously and never sleep. The pellet grill isn't quite as aggressive smoke wise, but it is still more than pleasing (actually more pleasing to many) and definitely gives a guy his time back to be able to do something other than just watching temperatures all day long. It is also so much simpler to guarantee a problem free cook.

There is something to be said for making amazing bbq mid week while still doing my job and answering e-mails or mowing the lawn or watching a movie with the better half or anything else. I still love firing up the stick burner now and again but pellet has given me more time back for the daily stuff!

Yup, I joke with my buddies about their Easy Bake Ovens but I think I’m going to go the way of the pellet grill. The convenience is very appealing. I’ll keep my WSM and stick burner when I have time and want to play with fire.

[HyperMOA]

Originally Posted by tirebob

But soooooo worth it! lol!

Seriously though, I stick burnered everything for years and really enjoy it and always pushed the mindset that anything else is just cheating, but even I have succumbed to the pellet smoker. I smoke so often that I just can't justify having to monitor the heat so religiously and never sleep. The pellet grill isn't quite as aggressive smoke wise, but it is still more than pleasing (actually more pleasing to many) and definitely gives a guy his time back to be able to do something other than just watching temperatures all day long. It is also so much simpler to guarantee a problem free cook.

There is something to be said for making amazing bbq mid week while still doing my job and answering e-mails or mowing the lawn or watching a movie with the better half or anything else. I still love firing up the stick burner now and again but pellet has given me more time back for the daily stuff!

Zero arguments from me. I totally agree, but as I said unless you are sure you are ready to commit the time it likely deters many from smoking more.

[CBintheNorth]

I picked up the Cabelas 36" pellet grill last year on sale and have absolutely no regrets so far. Have used it quite a bit. The searing stationwith external control leaver is great.

Only mod I made was remove 2 screws from the screen so I can get my hand in there to push the pellets towards the drain. I don't like leaving pellets in there for too long.

I had a Pit Boss and didn't like it as much as the Cabelas one.

[Cold lake guy]

Basic treager , don’t spend a bunch until you own one for a year or two. I am a die hard BBQ guy, I love my Weber kettle charcoal and have a Weber gas. I charcoal the most, then pellet and use the gas once in awhile. Treager is good till -15 without a blanket.

[lyallpeder]

Originally Posted by morinj

Hey guy gona do my first brisket and now I’ve been inspired to buy a new BBQ smoker, not looking for anything I can operate from my phone or anything but something that is a great quality buy once, cry once type unit, has to be large enough for full racks of ribs, and briskets! Recommendations are appreciated!

One you can control from your phone? I don’t think there are any charcoal smokers on the market you can control from your phone!!!

[Flatlandliver]

Pit Boss.
Less $ than the Treagers. Same quality imo
And a guy named Treager works for Pit Boss now.

[tirebob]

I have been using a Louisiana Grill one for a few years now and still runs like a champ. Nice thing with them is the are out of Edmonton so any issues and parts needed, they are close by. I kinda like the support local aspect too.
That said, most of the units discussed are going to do the job you want.

[Ken07AOVette]

I am a real fan of a dedicated smoker, have a Bradley digital 4 rack.

[morinj]

I’ve kinda narrowed it down to PitBoss, or Louisiana Grill, I see Costco has a pretty nice one for $1000 (no wifi) I love my bradly but, it just won’t fit a full brisket, and I want something I can do a whole chixken or sear steaks, I like the Louisiana because it can be heat controlled up to 600 degrees, this temp should sear a steak nice!

[muirsy]

Originally Posted by Ken07AOVette

I am a real fan of a dedicated smoker, have a Bradley digital 4 rack.

How do you find the Bradley when it comes to cold weather Ken?

I've been considering buying one here soon but have read about heat consistency being an issue.

[Etownpaul]

Originally Posted by lyallpeder

One you can control from your phone? I don’t think there are any charcoal smokers on the market you can control from your phone!!!

Check out flame boss and fire board charcoal bbq controllers. They have blower fans you strap on to the air intake on your charcoal smoker and probes you place in the chamber. They control the exact temp of your smoker using the fan/baffle. Both upload the info to your phone.

[TAC]

I need help deciding which to buy: A Traeger pellet smoker or a Weber Genesis BBQ.

I know if I get a smoker, I won't be able to get grill marks on my steaks...but aside from that, can I cook burgers, chicken etc just as well on a traeger? Seems like Traeger is the way to go because anything I can cook on a BBQ I can cook on a traeger plus I get the added benefit of being able to smoke brisket and full birds and such?

Thanks for the help.

[HyperMOA]

Originally Posted by TAC

I need help deciding which to buy: A Traeger pellet smoker or a Weber Genesis BBQ.

I know if I get a smoker, I won't be able to get grill marks on my steaks...but aside from that, can I cook burgers, chicken etc just as well on a traeger? Seems like Traeger is the way to go because anything I can cook on a BBQ I can cook on a traeger plus I get the added benefit of being able to smoke brisket and full birds and such?

Thanks for the help.

A Traeger will leave grill marks even more-so if you buy cast iron grills for it. I would choose any pellet grill over any gas grill forever. If having grill marks is that important look at a grill that gets hotter like a GMG, or Louisiana Grill in the same price point. The Traeger Timberline will exceed 500f but is getting rather pricey.

Also, once you learn to reverse sear a steak you won't care about the grill marks nearly as much.

[morinj]

Originally Posted by TAC

I need help deciding which to buy: A Traeger pellet smoker or a Weber Genesis BBQ.

I know if I get a smoker, I won't be able to get grill marks on my steaks...but aside from that, can I cook burgers, chicken etc just as well on a traeger? Seems like Traeger is the way to go because anything I can cook on a BBQ I can cook on a traeger plus I get the added benefit of being able to smoke brisket and full birds and such?

Thanks for the help.

I went with the Traeger and so far it holds temp in -25 and leaves grill marks, ideally tho I like having both, so I’ll keep my small grill for quick grilling!

[Fowl91]

If you're near Airdrie then I would recommend the Grilla Grills Silverbac. Airdrie Canvas sells them. They go for about $1500, all the important stuff is stainless and it's double walled. Use mine year round and am very happy with it. It does not have wi-fi, but can be added on. It always seems to hold the temp near perfect.

[bigbuck]

I’ve been on the fence what to get as well. But I am going to go with a Napoleon BBQ and a GMG pellet smoker. I like the reliability of the bbq and quick cooks in when needed and in winter. I am excited to try out these pellet smokers though. Lots of guys making some pretty awesome looking meals!

[Arty]

Kamado ++

A side benefit is you can theoretically use it to bake bread in as well. Haven't tried that yet but it's on the project list for next summer.