Which is better for smoking a brisket?

Both work. The Pit Boss has more room and a 21 lb. hopper, so it handles a packer brisket and long cooks with fewer refills. The Traeger holds temperature well but has a smaller 18 lb. hopper and 572 sq. in. of space.

Can the Traeger Pro 22 sear steak?

Not at high heat. It tops out at 450°F with no direct-flame mode. The Pit Boss reaches 500°F and its Flame Broiler Lever opens direct flame up to 1,000°F for searing.

Is the Pit Boss worth the savings over the Traeger?

At $349.99 versus $549.99, the Pit Boss gives you more cooking area and higher heat for $200 less. The Traeger's main edge is its 7-year warranty and longer brand track record.

Which one lasts longer?

The Traeger backs its grill with a 7-year limited warranty versus 5 years for the Pit Boss. Long-term durability depends on cleaning and cover, and some Traeger reviewers report part failures.

Which is easier to move around a patio?

The Traeger is lighter at 103 lbs with all-terrain wheels and a side-lift bar. The Pit Boss weighs about 119 lbs.

Do both include a meat probe?

Yes. The Traeger Pro 22 ships with a digital controller and probe, and the Pit Boss 700FB2 includes one meat probe.

Traeger Pro 22 Pellet Grill vs Pit Boss FB2 700 Pellet Grill

Buy the Pit Boss FB2 700 if you want more cooking space, higher searing heat and a lower price. Buy the Traeger Pro 22 if you want the better-known brand and its 7-year warranty. The Pit Boss is $349.99 at its lowest recorded price as of November 3, 2026, while the Traeger is $549.99 at The Home Depot as of November 7, 2026. That is a $200 gap for a grill with 175 more square inches of cooking area.

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