Pellet grills are no longer just for nerds. Invented in the ’80s by the folks who would eventually found Traeger, which remains one of the most popular brands in the category, they work by pushing ...

Editor's Note June 13, 2025: We reviewed this article to ensure its contents are accurate and our product selections are still available and worth standing by. In the world of outdoor cooking, the ...

Imagine grilling a restaurant-quality brisket in your own backyard for all your family and friends. Sounds nice, right? Whether you’re a novice looking to buy your first grill or a seasoned pitmaster, ...

Either way, chances are you're likely eager to learn what could be the best pellet grill or smoker for your own needs. We spoke to some barbecue experts about whether there's a clear advantage in the ...

Pellet grills have increased in popularity over the last few years, and for good reason. Like pellet smokers—many of which are also pellet grills—they give you that bold smoky flavor without much ...

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Even the most experienced cooks can find themselves daunted by grilling in smoking. Fortunately, the best pellet smokers offer precise temperature control and hands-off ease, so you can take the ...

Editor’s Note — June 30, 2025: We reviewed our recommendations to check current pricing and update product availability. Currently, we’re evaluating three new smokers: the Masterbuilt Gravity Series ...

After smoking more than 115 pounds of pork shoulder (plus chicken breasts, salmon, corn and pork chops), we feel confident ...

BBQ Brisket, whole pork butt and three racks of ribs - all cooked perfectly with no fuss and little need for attention. Outdoor cooking season is just getting fired up in much of the country, and ...

The Traeger Pro offers decades of refined technology, a feature rich controller, and easy to use app connectivity at a reasonable price. It’s a phenomenal choice for pellet-smoker newbies and veterans ...