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The Ultimate Pellet Grill Guide




If you are searching for the utlimate in smoking and grilling then you have come to the right place. Pool Pros has put together a great grill guide to help point you in the right direction. The wood pellet grills we will be going through are the top selling grills. Some reasons you may want to choose a wood pellet grill may be the effortless ignition and delicious smoke flavor. Many factors come into play when choosing a grill. Size, features and budgets should come to mind when looking for a grill. We will go through the top 5 grills for 2023 in no specific order here are our top picks.


Camp Chef Woodwind Wi-Fi 24 Wood Pellet Grill
Camp Chef Woodwind Wi-Fi 24 Wood Pellet Grill

#1 Camp Chef Woodwind Wi-Fi 24 Wood Pellet Grill

An amazing mid-sized grill with technology that allows you to control the grill through a large colored touchscreen. This grill comes in 2 sizes mid ranged and large so depending on how big the crowd you are regularly cooking for take note of what size would fit you best! The grill is very easy to operate with awesome smoking range features. Although the grill does not have a cabinet door there's a small storage shelf to store pellets or keep tools dry.


Average cost- 900$



Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill
Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill

#2 Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill

The Traeger Pro is the top selling grill around the globe. The new grill is reliable, well designed and operates at needed temperatures. The grill offers 575 or 780 square inches of cook space. Both of those sizes come in black or bronze. The larger grill uses more pellets and costs 100 dollars more. Keep in mind whom and how many people you are cooking for. The pro comes with Wi-Fi to monitor and control the grill, with the Traeger app you can see awesome recipes and control options. While crucial accessories cost more, the accurate D2 PID controller allows you to set temperature with 5-degree Fahrenheit increments.




Average cost- 800$



Z Grills 700D4E Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker
Z Grills 700D4E Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker

#3 Z Grills 700D4E Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker

Looking for a grill on a budget? The 700D4E is a great option for you! While being manufactured over the years there has been nothing but improvements for this grill. Although different from the other grills by not having a Wi-Fi connection it may be better than dealing with tedious stuff technology brings. Also an upside for this grill is more cooking space than the Traeger and storage space. You can store unused pellets in the handy trap door inside the grill. With 679 square inches of cooking space will bring some awesome cooks! It is great value for your money spent, stable temperatures making it perfect for desired temperature and has an easy pellet clean out system.


Average cost- 650$



Weber Smoke Fire Gen 2 Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker
Weber Smoke Fire Gen 2 Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker

#4 Weber Smoke Fire Gen 2 Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker

The Weber Smoke Fire is the best for grilling and smoking. Weber includes the slide and sear system which adds a small hot zone. While lacking side trays or front cabinets this grill shines, you are able to grill 30 burgers at one with the rig! Also, you get an excellent sear, while many pellet grills make great smokers, sometimes the grills are average. Weber says otherwise and will show with its great tasting food it provides.

Average cost 1400$






Louisiana Grills Black Label Model
Louisiana Grills Black Label Model

#5 Louisiana Grills Black Label Model

Looking for something lightweight, easy to move and slick? This grill fits all those traits while having an 18-pound pellet holder for longer cooks you really aren't limited to anything. You can receive direct or indirect heat from 180-600 degrees. Weighing in at 164 pounds this grill will stand nice and sturdy, with its powder coated steel it stands even stronger. Built in smoke rack and 4 rolling wheels makes it fun to experiment with. Lots of space to cook and an awesome black color that will have people amazed.


Average cost- 1000$


Moral of the story

Hopefully going through these top wood pellet grills gives you an idea of what they can do, price range and what they can do. Wood pellet grill would be great for smoking while the pellets bring a more smokey flavor and can really upgrade your grilling experience. Grilling for family and friends will be changed by being able to bring in something new for their taste buds. These grills are all different price ranges, they all are able to perform with quality. Finally, one of these will really make everlasting memories and upgrade your backyard.


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