Best pellet smoker around $1000 that isn't a Traeger or GMG?

[mgood777]

That's what I'm looking for... The best pellet smoker around $1000 that isn't a Traeger or a GMG. I've had both of those in the past and not been super happy with either. Not happy with Traeger quality. Not happy with GMG technology. I'm due for something new. Would love to hear first-hand reports on other brands.

[DWCowles]

The RecTec 680. It’s built like a tank, 6 year warranty and great customer service.

[JCGrill]

I understand the GMG technology comment. Can't give you another option though.

[sorensen_j]

I second the Rec Tec recommendation. I love mine.

[Greasy]

I'll third RecTec...it was on my short list.

[jerrybell]

If I was buying today I would go with a Camp Chef Woodwind with included propane sear box. $899 plus free shipping.

Woodwind link

[kmhfive]

Grilla, RecTec, Blaz’n (although Blaz’n is a little more than you list).

[swong13]

LOVE my RecTec 680! Very well built, 40 lb. pellet hopper, SIX year warranty, very consistent temperatures, and excellent customer service. My Rec Tec came with a Customer Contact Card that listed the number for their tech support guys, a number for their emergency after hours tech support, and the personal phone numbers and emails for the General Manager and the 2 co-founders of the company in case the first 2 numbers were not able to resolve any issues. I did a bit of research on pellet grills before deciding on the Rec Tec but when my wife asked me why I chose the Rec Tec, I told her it was because it had bull horns on the front!

[Oldcoach]

Love my Rec Tec 680. Would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a well built pellet smoker.

[tbrunk]

My Rec Tec mini has been beyond expectations. I have used it at least three times a week since April and not one issue. The entire unit is very sturdy and well built. I have never been disappointed in the performance. No noticeable swings in temperature, which very nice for smoking. I would purchase another one without hesitation.

[kbremer]

Rec Tec all the way.............

[FlaBouy]

Accept no substitute.

[Aimless1]

Add Firecraft Q450 & Yoder YS480 (a little more) to kmhfive list. Grilla grills are made just down the road from where I live. Good products. Not familiar with Blaz'n. Firecraft is getting good reviews. I'm in the minority but RecTec appears to be overpriced for what it is. If you can add $200 to your budget the Yoder would be a most excellent choice and great value.

[CandySueQ]

What Aimless1 said! I love my Grilla and my Yoder. Firecraft does look good. My next grill is a GMG with the pizza oven attachment.

[CandySueQ]

Last statement is wrong! My next grill is the Grilla I won at the World Food Championship!

[rwalters]

Lots of good recommendations here... another one that I have heard good things about is the Smokin' Brothers line of pellet grills.

[CandySueQ]

That new Pitts & Spitts that Troutman posted looks really good!