Is it lousy to get my dad a smaller sized smoker than the 700, since thats the one I have(old style 700)?

[JohnDS]

This would be a birthday gift. Idk. I'm not trying to be cheap, just wondering if it's necessary since he has a happy life with no wife and us kids are not living there anymore. Mine is the old style RT700. I know nothing about the other models. Maybe you guys can chime in.

 

[Jim6820]

My take is that matching the size of the grill to HIS needs would be a good approach. Get him the one that fits his needs/desires and don’t worry about whether it is bigger or smaller than your grill.

 

[Chevys10zr2003]

Is your dad someone that would fill a grill, vacuum seal and freeze stuff for quick meals later? If so, I would maybe, MAYBE, consider getting a 700. Even if he does this, I'm sure a 540 would still fit plenty of food for him to have plenty of leftovers. If not, I would suggest getting something smaller to fit his needs. Otherwise he will be using more pellets for zero gain. That's my opinion.

 

[chadinsc]

i agree with above. unless he is a big time meal prepper i would say the 590 has the advantage of taking up less space on his deck. the grates are also a bit smaller and lighter weight so they will be easier to handle.

 

[kennethk]

I'm thinking the 590 is a better match.

 

[Buckeye1]

Don't write off the 340 either. Its mobile and light to move around. I have made 2 full butts on it, a 14lb Turkey , 3 racks of ribs. Not all at same time of course.

 

[Jim6820]

The RT-340 is a very capable, compact grill. We love ours and it easily prepares enough food for the two of us…with plenty of leftovers.

 

[Gonefishin]

Being a grandfather with a 340, I'd suggest a 590. I'd have no need for a Bull, and really wouldn't want a grill bigger then I could use. With a 590 I could do ribs when some of the kids come over, 2 racks on the 340 is not enough.

 

[Bbqallday80]

I have the 590 and love the amount of space. Not to big and not to small. It really came down to what size I needed for my family. This smoker is big enough to do lots of food. Good luck.

 

[Newb]

We’re empty nesters, and the 590 is plenty of space for us. If I want more space, I add another rack inside.

 

[Mike]

@JohnDS unless dad is planning on doing a lot of entertaining then I would say the RT-340 or if you wanted to get crazy the RT-580 would be more than enough for a single guy cooking for himself.

 

[Wbmahon]

Does he like to grill? What other grills does he have. I have the Bull, a Green Egg, gas grill, etc but not all at the same place. I’ve been looking at the Bullseye as a multi purpose grill so I can smoke and sear at high heat.. over 700 degrees. That’s impressive. Plus it’s $500!

 

[JohnDS]

Thanks guys. Yea I think maybe the 590 would be a better fit just so he has enough room in case he has company over. I really appreciate the feedback.

 

[chadinsc]

the 590 is a nice cooker. in my opinion its the best looking. i love that barrel shape. if you wanted to spend the extra money go deluxe and get the shelf and maybe comp cart. they look incredible fully loaded!

 

[charlesrshell]

the 590 is a nice cooker. in my opinion its the best looking. i love that barrel shape. if you wanted to spend the extra money go deluxe and get the shelf and maybe comp cart. they look incredible fully loaded!

The look, size & the rain vents is why I purchased the 590. Has a futureistic appearance.