Got a friend who wants to buy an electric smoker and asked me what to get. I told him I’d ask around so please read his “wish list” parameters and give us some of your expert opinions (after all, who’s more expert at this stuff than LTBBQers?).
He wants electric and knows he may have to finish cooks elsewhere if temps over 300oF are necessary.
Cooks will be for family and a few friends - not huge crowds.
Primarily for brisket, pulled pork, & ribs.
Under $500.
Digital okay but not required (but would like some way to control the temp).
Reliable heating element that will reach and maintain a decent temp without taking several hours to get there.
Low maintenance.
Sturdy enough to last several years (not a lifetime, but not a throwaway either).
Looking at something like a Masterbuilt 30 or 40 as a baseline.
Your thoughts, please…
Thanks.