Help me make up my damn mind... RT 700 or the 590?

[davidr2340]

So... I'm on the fence. It's just my wife and I and our new daughter. We occasionally cook for friends, but only like 2-4 people.

I'm about 75% convinced on the 700 for only $300 more... Anyways, thanks for taking the time! I look forward to being a part of the kick ass forum regardless of which one I choose.

 

[Johnshac]

So... I'm on the fence. It's just my wife and I and our new daughter. We occasionally cook for friends, but only like 2-4 people.

I'm about 75% convinced on the 700 for only $300 more... Anyways, thanks for taking the time! I look forward to being a part of the kick ass forum regardless of which one I choose.

I would say as a proud owner of a 590, get the 700 if the 300 bucks isn’t an issue. Or you could save that 300 for more beer later. Lol.

 

[BradBQ]

I live alone and initially ordered the 590 and called back the next day to switch to a 700 and I am so glad I did. There is nothing more frustrating than needing more space after you just spent a pretty penny on a smoker. Plus you get the extra 2 years of warranty and the auger tube is half the length of the 590 so in the instance you do get some moisture in your auger and it locks up, it will be easier to break free. Like I mentioned before, I live alone and fill it often. Once you start putting pans in there your space gets eaten up pretty quick! Buy once cry once and get the 700! You'll be glad you did!

 

[Gonefishin]

I have the 340 after debating between the 340-590. Based on my experience, go with the bigger of your choices.

 

[chadinsc]

all recteq grill are built well and will last for years. no wrong choice but my buddy lives alone and has a 590. he has had it about 3 months and regrets not getting the 700. he has really gotten into baking desserts and large pan foods which takes alot of room. i would recommend the 700 if your already thinking about it

 

[C. Keeper]

So... I'm on the fence. It's just my wife and I and our new daughter. We occasionally cook for friends, but only like 2-4 people.

I'm about 75% convinced on the 700 for only $300 more... Anyways, thanks for taking the time! I look forward to being a part of the kick ass forum regardless of which one I choose.

IMHO, first step would be getting off the fence. They're sharp and can make decision making most difficult.

Oooops, please pardon my piss poor manners. Welcome to the forum

 

[Wslayer]

6" wider on the 700 is about it. $300 doesn't buy all that much meat anymore, but your coin. Have never needed more room in my 590.

 

[IPlayWithMeat]

Welcome, and congratulations on your new daughter! All size jokes aside, I contemplated the same thing when I bought mine. 6 months later, I’ve filled the 700 on several occasions and never looked back .

 

[DaveABQ]

I couldn't decide between the 590 and 700 either so I went with the 1250. Buy once, cry once.

 

[C. Keeper]

6" wider on the 700 is about it. $300 doesn't buy all that much meat anymore, but your coin. Have never needed more room in my 590.

6" can make a world of difference.

 

[Jim6820]

I couldn't decide between the 590 and 700 either so I went with the 1250. Buy once, cry once.

I like your logic!

 

[davidr2340]

Welp, just placed my order... 700 on the way! Thanks for the encouragement!

Now hoepfully it doesn't take forever to get here... I'm a little worried after seeing all of the posts regarding shipping!

Anyways, I'm stoked! Thanks again!

 

[JGW]

MORE grill is always better than not enough, IMHO. I know for me, there are times that I will smoke a few things with the intention of vac sealing some of it for a later day.

That being said, when my kids, and their kids come over, I need the extra space to cook enough burgers, etc. at ONE time as opposed to having to do it in shifts.

 

[Blues1]

Same here before I purchased. Decided on the 700 and never looked back. Don't say could have, should have, Wish I had...

 

[Dvillegas]

I’ve had my 700 since October. I was torn in the same way. I have a family of 4 and due to damn Covid don’t have anyone over. That being said, I never once thought “ this is too big of a smoker. I should have went wit the smaller one”. We Love it. If you can handle the $300 extra do it. You will not regret it.

 

[sdynak]

Good choice although as many above said can't go wrong either way just what suits you.. you can always bring more into the herd as needed.

 

[lowcountrygamecock]

Good choice. Whether it’s a boat or a grill I’ve never heard a single person say they with they’d gone smaller.

 

[C. Keeper]

Good choice. Whether it’s a boat or a grill I’ve never heard a single person say they with they’d gone smaller.

According to Mr. Jeremy " Bigger is Better".

 

[Edthebook]

I bought the 700 and a few months later the 1250 was introduced I would have bought that if it was available. it is larger and has the extra features

Get the 1250.

 

[sdynak]

it is larger

It is physically the same size.. only shelves make the numbers 1250.