akorn and uds

stevenw106 · 01-31-2013, 07:05 PM

i have and currently use a uds thinking of getting one of those new akorns is there any advantages of one over the other in other words can the akorn replace a uds

AustinKnight · 01-31-2013, 07:26 PM

Akorn is insulated and needs a difuser an well in the shape of a Akron. Uds is a 55gal drum and is heaven sent from bbq god's, just sayin I have them both. I got my Akron to do steaks and pizzas it just so happens it can also smoke.

Sent from my SGH-T999

MaximumJEFF · 01-31-2013, 09:22 PM

The Akorn can't replace a UDS. But, it compiments one very well

Trumpstylz · 01-31-2013, 09:35 PM

You could make do with either one on their own, but I wouldn't recommend it.

DubfromGA · 02-01-2013, 04:01 AM

I've had great luck with my Akorn and used it 4-5 times per week since buying it last June.

No complaints other than maybe wanting more room. Heck...a second Akorn would fix that, though.

200 degree ribs for six hours....then open up the vents while I'm slicing the ribs onto a serving platter.....then 600+ degree ribeyes. An ultimate meal. Same load of lump.

I've never had a UDS but would like to learn more about them.

stevenw106 · 02-01-2013, 07:29 AM

[QUOTE=DubfromGA;2350011]I've had great luck with my Akorn and used it 4-5 times per week since buying it last June.

No complaints other than maybe wanting more room. Heck...a second Akorn would fix that, though.

200 degree ribs for six hours....then open up the vents while I'm slicing the ribs onto a serving platter.....then 600+ degree ribeyes. An ultimate meal. Same load of lump.

I've never had a UDS but would like to learn more about them.[/QUOTEyea ive seen your writing on gon i follow gon closely i have auds and love it i just thought the akorn do better since its insulated

ajmcedar · 02-01-2013, 10:47 AM

I have both, along with a MUDS and use all three. Each one has their use and place.

BB-Kuhn · 02-01-2013, 11:36 AM

My buddy has an akorn as well as a fast eddie's pellet smoker.

His intention was to use it as a grill with occasional light smoking, and use the big cabinet for competition and feasts.

He LOVES it as a smoker - med size butts, ribs, chicken chug along with hardly any fuel usage. two handfuls of lump is enough to rock a 6hr cook no problem.

J-Rod · 02-01-2013, 01:59 PM

Don't have any exp. with an Akorn, but UDS's rule!!! You'd have to pull mine from my cold, dead hands!

01-31-2013, 07:05 PM	#1
stevenw106 Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 08-31-11 Location: rossville ga	akorn and uds i have and currently use a uds thinking of getting one of those new akorns is there any advantages of one over the other in other words can the akorn replace a uds __________________ uds cb gaser Last edited by stevenw106; 01-31-2013 at 08:16 PM.. Reason: info

01-31-2013, 07:26 PM	#2
AustinKnight is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-23-10 Location: Austin Texas Name/Nickname : D	Akorn is insulated and needs a difuser an well in the shape of a Akron. Uds is a 55gal drum and is heaven sent from bbq god's, just sayin I have them both. I got my Akron to do steaks and pizzas it just so happens it can also smoke. Sent from my SGH-T999 __________________ Pitmaker Magnum Snipper * UDS* Copper Kettle

01-31-2013, 09:22 PM	#3
MaximumJEFF Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 02-21-12 Location: Fenton, MO	The Akorn can't replace a UDS. But, it compiments one very well __________________ Shut Your Mouth BBQ COS and a UDS

01-31-2013, 09:35 PM	#4
Trumpstylz is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-29-11 Location: Chicagoland	You could make do with either one on their own, but I wouldn't recommend it. __________________ Weber One Touch Gold 2001 Weber Genesis that is no longer used since the OTG

02-01-2013, 04:01 AM	#5
DubfromGA is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-08-13 Location: Georgia	I've had great luck with my Akorn and used it 4-5 times per week since buying it last June. No complaints other than maybe wanting more room. Heck...a second Akorn would fix that, though. 200 degree ribs for six hours....then open up the vents while I'm slicing the ribs onto a serving platter.....then 600+ degree ribeyes. An ultimate meal. Same load of lump. I've never had a UDS but would like to learn more about them. __________________ Kamado Joe BigJoe & JoeJr, Weber WSM 22.5, Master-Touch 22, Jumbo Joe, Old Country Pecos, Weber Chimneys (steak cooking machines) :bounce:

02-01-2013, 07:29 AM	#6
stevenw106 Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 08-31-11 Location: rossville ga	dub [QUOTE=DubfromGA;2350011]I've had great luck with my Akorn and used it 4-5 times per week since buying it last June. No complaints other than maybe wanting more room. Heck...a second Akorn would fix that, though. 200 degree ribs for six hours....then open up the vents while I'm slicing the ribs onto a serving platter.....then 600+ degree ribeyes. An ultimate meal. Same load of lump. I've never had a UDS but would like to learn more about them.[/QUOTEyea ive seen your writing on gon i follow gon closely i have auds and love it i just thought the akorn do better since its insulated __________________ uds cb gaser

02-01-2013, 10:47 AM	#7
ajmcedar Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 04-29-09 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA	I have both, along with a MUDS and use all three. Each one has their use and place. __________________ Al Madler Big Red Kamado Kooker(King Griller), Little Red Akorn Jr, PBC, UDS, MiniUDS, Smokey Joe

02-01-2013, 11:36 AM	#8
BB-Kuhn Take a breath! Join Date: 12-27-12 Location: Warrenville, IL	My buddy has an akorn as well as a fast eddie's pellet smoker. His intention was to use it as a grill with occasional light smoking, and use the big cabinet for competition and feasts. He LOVES it as a smoker - med size butts, ribs, chicken chug along with hardly any fuel usage. two handfuls of lump is enough to rock a 6hr cook no problem. __________________ Cat Daddy's BBQ : 22.5 WSM / PBC / Akorn / Weber OTG 22.5 Cajun Bandit / Smokey Joe Gold

02-01-2013, 01:59 PM	#9
J-Rod is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-15-12 Location: Irish Hills, MI	Don't have any exp. with an Akorn, but UDS's rule!!! You'd have to pull mine from my cold, dead hands! __________________ Okie Joe offset, UDS, Akorn, Weber Kettles, I'm JD.