Consistent temperatures Well-designed Convenient and easy to use

Takes longer than expected to reach high temperatures

The Traeger Ironwood pellet grill blew us away (not literally, thankfully). It improved upon its predecessor in every aspect, and we loved the functionality of the Wi-Fi-enabled features. The grill held its temperature better than expected, and it...

Extremely simple setup Robust companion app Extremely consistent temperature Roomy insulated cooking chamber Built-in wheels for moving around

Storage is limited to a single shelf Heavy Requires more regular maintenance than gas or charcoal Premium price

Ultimately, a Traeger Ironwood pellet grill strikes the right balance of simplicity and automation for outdoor cooks like me. It gives a genuine smoke flavor without the need for babysitting. I can neurotically check the temperature every 10 minutes,...