Which is better for a family of four?

The Traeger Ironwood 650. Its 650 sq in total area and 32-burger capacity handle a family cookout with room to spare.

Is the Weber worth the extra money?

Not on the numbers here. It costs $699.30 as of October 31 versus $480.65 for the Traeger as of November 4, and it rates lower at 3.3 versus 4.3.

Which has better smart features?

The Traeger. It lists WiFIRE Wi-Fi control, a D2 controller and Super Smoke mode. The Weber specs given list no smart controls.

Which takes up less space?

The Weber is shallower at 18 in versus 27 in, but wider at 56 in versus 46 in. Measure your patio before choosing.

Which is easier to move?

Neither is portable. The Traeger weighs 149 lbs and is freestanding only. The Weber's weight is not stated in the specs given.

The Traeger reaches 500°F. The Weber's top temperature is not stated in the specs given, so compare before buying if searing matters.

Traeger Ironwood 650 Pellet Grill vs Weber SmokeFire EX6 Pellet Grill

Buy the Traeger Ironwood 650 for most shoppers. It has a bigger cooking area, a much stronger rating, and a lower current price: $480.65 as of November 4, versus $699.30 for the Weber SmokeFire EX6 as of October 31. Choose the Weber only if you want its wider, shallower footprint and a black finish, and you accept the weaker rating and the higher price.

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