The controller is a very fancy computer controlled one that not only holds an absolutely precise temperature, but it also connects to the Wi-Fi in your home and allows you to monitor and control the smoker right on your smart phone from anywhere. It features 5 Bull sure-lite gas valves making it perform above and beyond other grills. It has four cast stainless steel burners with 600 inches of cooking space. It has a heavy-duty thermometer that allows you to get your meat cooked perfectly every single time. These features used to only come with the top-of-the-range Timberline series, and they make the Pro a great buy in our opinion.

The first thing is the self-cleaning shutdown mode. This amazing design means you only have to clean the firepot every 4-5 cooks. Compared to charcoal smokers and other pellet grills, this is excellent. PID controllers: PID controllers are considered by many to be the gold standard of grill controllers. Using complex algorithms, temperatures are accurate to within a few degrees. The pellet feed is constantly adjusted to maintain the correct temperature, and this type of controller can even accommodate programmable meat probes that work in tandem with the controller to lower the temperature when the meat is done. They also feature LCD and one touch buttons.

RT-B380 Bullseye Wood Pellet Grill

If the feature is something you would consider helpful, is it included at the expense of other, more important things, such as pellet usage or durability? This is a super handy addition as running out of pellets mid-cook is incredibly annoying. What we like: The controller lets you adjust the temperature in 5°F increments which is a level of control you don’t see on some of the cheaper pellet grills out there.

There’s also the 10-gauge steel construction for unparalleled insulation and temperature stability across 1070 square inches of cooking space. Trim the Fat: Remove any excess fat from the meat before smoking. This will prevent flare-ups and ensure that the meat cooks evenly.•What set it apart from the other portable grills we tested was how well it performed at both grilling and smoking. Some models like the Camp Chef Woodwind have an easy way to clean out the ash from the burn pot without taking apart the whole grill. The first step is to read the user manual that comes with the smoker. The manual will provide you with valuable information, such as the smoker’s features, how to assemble it, and how to use it. Get ready to take your smoking game to the next level by experimenting with different wood pellet blends for a unique and delicious flavor profile. Using different blends of wood pellets can add a new depth of flavor to your meats and vegetables. It’s important to remember that each type of wood pellet has its own distinct flavor, so mixing and matching can create a whole new level of taste.