Stoker or DigiQ II?

Keller Steeler · 01-25-2008, 11:33 AM

I am considering getting one for my Spicewine. I used to use the Competitor Guru on my WSM and was pretty happy with it. I have no plans on hooking it up to a laptop or running multiple cookers. Which one would you or did you get?

I know there are a lot more Stoker users because the DigiQ was made in response to the Stoker.

Also, would I really need the 25CFM fan on a large SW? I had the 10 CFM fan and I had to really choke it down for the WSM.

Thanks

Smokin Gator · 01-25-2008, 11:44 AM

I have not used a DigiQ so I cannot compare them. I really like my Stoker though. From what I have read that ramp feature on the Guru is nice. If it works like they say I would love to have that feature.

WineMaster · 01-25-2008, 11:48 AM

So if you have the 10CFM fan for the Webber, Why dont you just order a recepticle for the Spice. Im sure your not using them at the same time.

gotwood · 01-25-2008, 12:26 PM

I ordered a DigiQ2 for my Large, first smoke with it will be tomorrow,

If you can wait Ill post results in a day or two.

Keller Steeler · 01-25-2008, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by WineMaster

So if you have the 10CFM fan for the Webber, Why dont you just order a recepticle for the Spice. Im sure your not using them at the same time.

When I bought my Stumps I loaned/gave my Competitor and fan to my Dad who uses a WSM - I do not really want to ask for it back.

Keller Steeler · 01-25-2008, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by gotwood

I ordered a DigiQ2 for my Large, first smoke with it will be tomorrow,

If you can wait Ill post results in a day or two.

Was that for a large Kamodo (your avatar) or a large Spicewine. If it is a SW, what fan did you get?

I can wait and am looking forward to posts - thanks.

gotwood · 01-25-2008, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Keller Steeler

Was that for a large Kamodo (your avatar) or a large Spicewine. If it is a SW, what fan did you get?

I can wait and am looking forward to posts - thanks.

The avatar is a pic of my next purchase.

I have a Large Spicewine. People at Guru recommended the 25cfm unit, which I bought.

Keller Steeler · 01-25-2008, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by gotwood

The avatar is a pic of my next purchase.

I have a Large Spicewine. People at Guru recommended the 25cfm unit, which I bought.

That is what they told me, so I am curious how it is going to work. My old 10 CFM put out a lot of air.

Wizards of 'Que · 01-25-2008, 02:26 PM

I'm using a 4cfm on my BWS Fatboy. Works great. I prefer it over the 10cfm I was using. Go with the Stoker even if you don't think you are going to operate more than one cooker or use the network capabilities. You have those capabilities if you change your mind in the future. The guru products I have owned are not as rugged as the Stoker.

smokinit · 01-25-2008, 02:57 PM

I have both the stoker on my lang and the Guru for the Backwoods. The Guru has the ramp mode and the open door mode which is better suited for cabinet smokers.You will be happy with which ever one you choose

Keller Steeler · 01-25-2008, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by smokinit

I have both the stoker on my lang and the Guru for the Backwoods. The Guru has the ramp mode and the open door mode which is better suited for cabinet smokers.You will be happy with which ever one you choose

I did like the ramp mode on my competitor which is why I am leaning that way. I just do not know much on the DigiQ other than what I have read on the Naked Whiz and a few posts. Thanks.

Big Mike · 01-25-2008, 04:37 PM

I got a DigiQ with the 10 CFM fan for christmas. I have used it twice now on my GF 223. It seems to be doing a pretty good job.

MilitantSquatter · 01-25-2008, 04:59 PM

I use the 25 CFM with a DigiQ on my medium Spicewine. Much rather have the option of choking down the airflow than not having enough.

Mitch · 01-26-2008, 10:52 AM

I have a Digi-Q with a 10CFM fan on my Stumps GF223 and I run it choked down to about 1/4 or less open when cooking at 225. The Digi-Q ramp feature and open door cutout were the reasons I went with Guru. I don't want or have time to sit in front of my computer looking at the temp readout when I can look out the patio door on the way to the fridge for a cold one.

Mo-Dave · 01-26-2008, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Mitch

I have a Digi-Q with a 10CFM fan on my Stumps GF223 and I run it choked down to about 1/4 or less open when cooking at 225. The Digi-Q ramp feature and open door cutout were the reasons I went with Guru. I don't want or have time to sit in front of my computer looking at the temp readout when I can look out the patio door on the way to the fridge for a cold one.

Is the Stumps GF223 comparable in size to a large Spicewine?
Dave

01-25-2008, 11:33 AM	#1
Keller Steeler Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 10-12-07 Location: Keller, TX	Stoker or DigiQ II? I am considering getting one for my Spicewine. I used to use the Competitor Guru on my WSM and was pretty happy with it. I have no plans on hooking it up to a laptop or running multiple cookers. Which one would you or did you get? I know there are a lot more Stoker users because the DigiQ was made in response to the Stoker. Also, would I really need the 25CFM fan on a large SW? I had the 10 CFM fan and I had to really choke it down for the WSM. Thanks __________________ TWIN PIGS BARBECUE Large Spicewine Large Big Green Egg Baby Stumps on the Way WSM Aussie Chicken Grilling Machine DCS 36" Gasser

01-25-2008, 11:44 AM	#2
Smokin Gator Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-01-06 Location: Fernandina Beach FL	I have not used a DigiQ so I cannot compare them. I really like my Stoker though. From what I have read that ramp feature on the Guru is nice. If it works like they say I would love to have that feature. __________________ [SIZE="2"][FONT="Comic Sans MS"]Food! It's the second most important thing to a young man, and the most important to an old one.[/FONT][/SIZE] ______________________________________________ -Brent Smokin Gators BBQ Team Medium Amazin' Blue Spicewine - It's a Swamp Thing UDS Large BGE - Adopted Medium BGE - Adopted Weber 22 inch w/mods Weber SJP Stoker Weber Genesis Silver C Gasser Constant wood lurker FBA CBJ

01-25-2008, 11:48 AM	#3
WineMaster Babbling Farker Join Date: 01-16-07 Location: Southern MN	So if you have the 10CFM fan for the Webber, Why dont you just order a recepticle for the Spice. Im sure your not using them at the same time. __________________ Dan MJH From Backyard Bomber BBQ -- Junior YS 640 Comp 22.5 Weber Kettle Blue Thermopen Comp Team Wine & Swine

01-25-2008, 02:26 PM	#9
Wizards of 'Que On the road to being a farker Join Date: 01-06-08 Location: Hot Springs, AR	I'm using a 4cfm on my BWS Fatboy. Works great. I prefer it over the 10cfm I was using. Go with the Stoker even if you don't think you are going to operate more than one cooker or use the network capabilities. You have those capabilities if you change your mind in the future. The guru products I have owned are not as rugged as the Stoker. __________________ Fred [URL="http://www.wizardsofque.com"]www.wizardsofque.com[/URL] Home of Big Red, "the Manly Man" cooker and Ole Hickory SDL-x, FE 100, Backwoods Fatboy

01-25-2008, 02:57 PM	#10
smokinit is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 03-16-07 Location: Coxsackie NY	I have both the stoker on my lang and the Guru for the Backwoods. The Guru has the ramp mode and the open door mode which is better suited for cabinet smokers.You will be happy with which ever one you choose __________________ I'MMM Back💪

01-25-2008, 12:26 PM	#4
gotwood is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-01-08 Location: Homer Glen, IL	I ordered a DigiQ2 for my Large, first smoke with it will be tomorrow, If you can wait Ill post results in a day or two.

01-25-2008, 04:37 PM	#12
Big Mike is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-12-07 Location: Dayton Ohio	I got a DigiQ with the 10 CFM fan for christmas. I have used it twice now on my GF 223. It seems to be doing a pretty good job. __________________ ROLL TIDE!!!! Big Mike Eagle River Barbecue Yoder YS640 Stumps Platinum 5 Trailer Members Mark 8 Burner Gasser

01-25-2008, 04:59 PM	#13
MilitantSquatter Moderator Join Date: 09-17-05 Location: Mooresville, NC	I use the 25 CFM with a DigiQ on my medium Spicewine. Much rather have the option of choking down the airflow than not having enough. __________________ XL BGE (#2) & Performer Platinum Former owner: Jambo Backyard, Klose BYC, Lonestar Vertical offset w/ Insulated Firebox, Medium Spicewine, Pitts & Spitts, XL BGE (#1) & (2) Medium BGE's, 22" WSM & (2) 18" WSM's, 18" & 22" Weber Kettles

01-26-2008, 10:52 AM	#14
Mitch is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-22-07 Location: Lincoln NE	I have a Digi-Q with a 10CFM fan on my Stumps GF223 and I run it choked down to about 1/4 or less open when cooking at 225. The Digi-Q ramp feature and open door cutout were the reasons I went with Guru. I don't want or have time to sit in front of my computer looking at the temp readout when I can look out the patio door on the way to the fridge for a cold one. __________________ Gator Pit Entertainer Stumps GF223 Lg. BGE