Weber SmokeFire Pellet Grill Review - Page 2

gtsum · 11-18-2019, 04:39 PM

Glad to see some real world info on it, but to claim it’s the only pellet grill that can properly sear is ludicrous. That said, for the money, it might well
Be tough to beat for a grand or so...red tec, gmg, etc just got some interesting competition for sure. I’d like to see one in action....I do not like the plated metal racks (done for cost reasons I’m sure)

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Bacchus2b · 11-18-2019, 05:33 PM

I was pleasantly surprised at the price point. I would have guessed closer to the $1,899 to $1,999 range. If it can grill well, I might consider trading in my Summit gasser for that.

tom b · 11-18-2019, 05:36 PM

I'd like to give it a test drive for sure. Who is going to be first here to get one and review it on here?

scotts1919 · 11-18-2019, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tom b

I'd like to give it a test drive for sure. Who is going to be first here to get one and review it on here?

I am going to pre-order it December 2nd. Well see when it actually ships, they are saying early 2020 but the definition of early varies. Some companies will get units early and probably provide some insight on how it works.

SmokyDick · 11-18-2019, 07:46 PM

The warranty is what puts me off. I buy weber for the warranty and you can get a pitboss cheaper with the same warranty period.

mbshop · 11-18-2019, 07:56 PM

If i get a pooper, take my man card away.

CrabbyAppleton · 11-18-2019, 08:55 PM

That Weber is going to be popular. Like others, I am happy with my present pooper, but this thing is well designed, has superior ideas, like the auger with a chute to create a break between the pellet supply and the fire box. The slottted Fire box that lets ash drop out, the pellet dump, 4 probe inputs etc. Again, like others, I am gonna wait and see if it has bugs, especially wifi. But, my spider sense tells me Weber is not going to have a lot of issues.

Probably I will get one of these. A cool experiment would be cranking that sucker to 600 with a plate of iron or a pizza stone in there and trying to cook a pizza!

arclite · 11-18-2019, 09:41 PM

The Weber is the first pellet I've had any interest in purchasing. It could be an interesting spring...

SlickRockStones · 11-19-2019, 06:21 AM

Pretty sure this grill will be a hit. However, it sticks in my craw a bit to spend $1200 plus for the privilege of plopping my first ribeye on the same type grate as a $30 smoky joe. Bring back the reversible porcelain CI type grates like the old Silver gassers or stainless as standard.

Jrogers84 · 11-19-2019, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by SlickRockStones

Pretty sure this grill will be a hit. However, it sticks in my craw a bit to spend $1200 plus for the privilege of plopping my first ribeye on the same type grate as a $30 smoky joe. Bring back the reversible porcelain CI type grates like the old Silver gassers or stainless as standard.

This kinda stuck out to me as well. I have no desire to ever use non SS grates

PatAttack · 11-19-2019, 06:42 AM

I'll wait for JasonTQ to get some on a clearance sale.

Cat797 · 11-19-2019, 06:46 AM

I don't know why, because I love my Yoder, but I have a feeling that I'm going to be selling my Yoder in the spring and getting one of these units! I love most of the features. I could care less about the lack of stainless grates. I have mild steel expanded metal in my Yoder. Love the auger set up, ash/grease pan, and low pellet light. We will see about the sear function........

Ed

Raider18 · 11-19-2019, 07:03 AM

I prefer wood and charcoal but pellet grills have their place IMO. I don't get the claim as being the first pellet grill to get a proper sear. I've never used one, but doesn't the RecTec Bullseye sear pretty well? Also months ago Kamado Joe introduced their Pellet Grill that works just like the bullseye, but better quality and it sears like a mofo too.

Crispy Bacon · 11-19-2019, 08:07 AM

I’ll wait for real world reviews as well. Not American made, no stainless grates. Seems pretty smal even with the half upper rack! I’ll give the warranty on the electronics is on par for everyone else but not for the body. Need a 10 year on the body like their gassers.

Raider18 · 11-19-2019, 08:18 AM

Baby Back Maniac (YouTube) just uploaded a video on this as Weber invited him up to check it out. Solid video.

11-18-2019, 05:33 PM	#17
Bacchus2b is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-01-14 Location: North Texas	I was pleasantly surprised at the price point. I would have guessed closer to the $1,899 to $1,999 range. If it can grill well, I might consider trading in my Summit gasser for that. __________________ KCBS Certified BBQ Judge SCA Certified Judge Lone Star Grillz Large IVS Cookshack FEC-100 Weber Summit 420 Gasser Pit Barrel Cooker Weber 26" Kettle PK Classic Grill

11-18-2019, 05:36 PM	#18
tom b somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-12-15 Location: Temecula, CA	I'd like to give it a test drive for sure. Who is going to be first here to get one and review it on here? __________________ LSG 24x48 offset, MAK 2 Star General, Built in Santa Maria Pit, Weber Performer Deluxe 22 w/CB Rotisserie, Blackstone Pizza Oven, WGA, A PBC A 26'er AND A Jumbo Joe

11-18-2019, 07:56 PM	#21
mbshop Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-24-07 Location: visalia, ca	If i get a pooper, take my man card away. __________________ george spam, can't live without it

11-18-2019, 08:55 PM	#22
CrabbyAppleton Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 07-02-15 Location: Front Range	That Weber is going to be popular. Like others, I am happy with my present pooper, but this thing is well designed, has superior ideas, like the auger with a chute to create a break between the pellet supply and the fire box. The slottted Fire box that lets ash drop out, the pellet dump, 4 probe inputs etc. Again, like others, I am gonna wait and see if it has bugs, especially wifi. But, my spider sense tells me Weber is not going to have a lot of issues. Probably I will get one of these. A cool experiment would be cranking that sucker to 600 with a plate of iron or a pizza stone in there and trying to cook a pizza! __________________ Live forever, or die trying. GMG DB & Cookshack Smokette w/McGyvered PID controller.

11-18-2019, 09:41 PM	#23
arclite is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 05-18-15 Location: Chicago	The Weber is the first pellet I've had any interest in purchasing. It could be an interesting spring... __________________ Primo Jr., Weber 22.5 OTG w/Rotisserie & Vortex, DigiQ DX2, Thermapen, KCBS

11-18-2019, 04:39 PM	#16
gtsum Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-30-03 Location: Richmond, VA	Glad to see some real world info on it, but to claim it’s the only pellet grill that can properly sear is ludicrous. That said, for the money, it might well Be tough to beat for a grand or so...red tec, gmg, etc just got some interesting competition for sure. I’d like to see one in action....I do not like the plated metal racks (done for cost reasons I’m sure) Memphis Elite Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

11-18-2019, 07:46 PM	#20
SmokyDick Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 07-13-18 Location: KY Name/Nickname : Rich	The warranty is what puts me off. I buy weber for the warranty and you can get a pitboss cheaper with the same warranty period.

11-19-2019, 06:21 AM	#24
SlickRockStones Take a breath! Join Date: 10-19-17 Location: Knoxville,Tn. Name/Nickname : Gary	Pretty sure this grill will be a hit. However, it sticks in my craw a bit to spend $1200 plus for the privilege of plopping my first ribeye on the same type grate as a $30 smoky joe. Bring back the reversible porcelain CI type grates like the old Silver gassers or stainless as standard.

11-19-2019, 06:42 AM	#26
PatAttack somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-19-11 Location: In the Marsh	I'll wait for JasonTQ to get some on a clearance sale. __________________ "You have never lived until you have almost died". "For those who fight for it, life has a flavor the protected will never know".-Unknown Vietnam Soldier 22" WSM 22" Weber Gold Weber Smoky Joe Weber Gasser Rec-Tec 590

11-19-2019, 06:46 AM	#27
Cat797 is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-15-13 Location: Central IL Name/Nickname : Ed	I don't know why, because I love my Yoder, but I have a feeling that I'm going to be selling my Yoder in the spring and getting one of these units! I love most of the features. I could care less about the lack of stainless grates. I have mild steel expanded metal in my Yoder. Love the auger set up, ash/grease pan, and low pellet light. We will see about the sear function........ Ed __________________ Yoder YS640 - Weber 22.5" Performer - Hunsaker DIY - XL Big Green Egg

11-19-2019, 07:03 AM	#28
Raider18 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-22-13 Location: Texas Name/Nickname : Mike	I prefer wood and charcoal but pellet grills have their place IMO. I don't get the claim as being the first pellet grill to get a proper sear. I've never used one, but doesn't the RecTec Bullseye sear pretty well? Also months ago Kamado Joe introduced their Pellet Grill that works just like the bullseye, but better quality and it sears like a mofo too.

11-19-2019, 08:07 AM	#29
Crispy Bacon Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-22-19 Location: Midwest Name/Nickname : Crispy	I’ll wait for real world reviews as well. Not American made, no stainless grates. Seems pretty smal even with the half upper rack! I’ll give the warranty on the electronics is on par for everyone else but not for the body. Need a 10 year on the body like their gassers.

11-19-2019, 08:18 AM	#30
Raider18 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-22-13 Location: Texas Name/Nickname : Mike	Baby Back Maniac (YouTube) just uploaded a video on this as Weber invited him up to check it out. Solid video.