Pellet smoker grill combo????

[PhillipMunomr]

My grill has finally kicked the bucket so I have been looking at all the propane grill and pellet grill side-by-side combos. Does anyone have positive/negative experiences? Would I be better off buying a separate grill and pellet smoker? I'm on a budget of 800-1200 $. Thanks in advance!

**UPDATE**: I have purchased a Webber Genisis II and am now searching for the best pellet smoker I can get with my remaining 500$ budget. I've always cooked on gas at home and as a restaurant chef, and have experience with wood smokers so that is what caused my decision. That being said... what do you guys recommend under 500?

 

[ol' stonebreaker]

No matter the brand for $500 you'll get what you pay for.

 

[Jim6820]

At that budget, I think the best you might do is a used Recteq RT-340. Not a huge smoker, but capable of doing a decent-sized brisket, 2-3 racks of ribs, a couple of pork butts, etc.

 

[PhillipMunomr]

@Jim6820 thank you for your suggestion.

 

[Roaniecowpony]

In that price range, you might consider a second-hand smoker. Take a look thru the classifieds on this website.

 

[Gonefishin]

Hustler an FYI, pellets don't turn out the same flavor that a wood burner does.

 

[C. Keeper]

Hustler an FYI, pellets don't turn out the same flavor that a wood burner does.

 

[Wslayer]

MES with an Auber PID and you'll have a fantastic all around smoker especially since you have a grill now for reverse sear.

Edit: use of pellet smoke tube or tray of course

 

[FastEddie]

Tell the other half a good smoker doubles as an outdoor oven too.
Don't have to heat up the house.
Maybe you'll get your budget increased

 

[DenStinett]