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Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill vs Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill

The Weber Searwood XL 600 is the stronger all-round grill: it reaches 600°F for real searing, heats up in about 15 minutes, and includes two food probes. The Traeger Westwood tops out at 450°F, so it smokes and bakes well but cannot sear a steak over direct flame. Owners of both praise steady temperatures and app control; Weber's 4.6 rating across 1,744 reviews reflects broad satisfaction, while Traeger's longer 7-year warranty is the better bet for buyers who mainly smoke low and slow.

  • Choose the Traeger Westwood if you mostly smoke, roast and bake, want a bigger pellet hopper and the longer warranty, and don't need high-heat searing.
  • Choose the Weber Searwood XL 600 if you want one grill that sears as well as it smokes, with faster heat-up, two probes and front-access ash and grease cleanup.

Prices

  • Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill: $599.00 at Ace Hardware (checked today)
  • Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill: $844.35 at storvella.store (checked today)
  • Difference: the Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill is $245.35 cheaper than the Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill today
Traeger
Traeger Westwood

Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill

Traeger Westwood

$599.00at Ace HardwareChecked 7 h ago
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Pros
  • 7-year warranty is the longest in this pair
  • 18 lb. hopper suits overnight brisket cooks
  • WiFIRE app control and a fully digital controller
  • Side shelf adds prep space
  • Smokes, roasts and bakes with wood-fired flavor
Cons
  • 450°F ceiling rules out high-heat searing
  • Only one wired probe included
  • No front-access ash or grease drawer
  • Smaller main cooking area than the Weber
Weber
Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill

Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill

4.6(1,744 ratings)
$844.35at storvella.storeChecked 7 h ago
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Pros
  • 600°F range with DirectFlame searing and browning
  • Heats up in 15 minutes or less
  • Two included food probes
  • Fuel gauge with low-pellet notifications
  • Front pull-and-clean grease and ash system
Cons
  • Shorter warranty than Traeger's 7 years
  • Rotisserie and griddle insert cost extra
  • Cast-iron grates need seasoning and care

What separates them

Traeger Westwood Pellet GrillWeber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill
Top temperature450°F, enough for smoking and baking but not hard searing600°F with DirectFlame searing and a full-grate sear zone
Heat-up timeNot published; slower to reach temperature15 minutes or less under lab conditions
Included meat probesOne wired probe, wireless probes sold separatelyTwo food probes with two ports
Hopper capacity18 lb., larger reserve for long cooksAbout 20 lb. (9 kg) with a built-in fuel gauge and low-pellet alerts
Warranty7 yearsStandard Weber coverage, shorter than Traeger's
CleanupGrease tray and ash removal from inside the barrelPull-and-clean grease and ash system at the front
Cooking surface653 sq. in. total, 424 sq. in. main area6271 cm² (about 972 sq. in.) on the XL 600
AccessoriesTraeger wireless probe compatibilityRotisserie and rust-resistant griddle insert, each sold separately

Price history

$1,199.00$599.00
Nov 3Nov 10
  • Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill: lowest $599.00 on Nov 8 at Ace Hardware; $599.00 on Nov 10.
  • Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill: lowest $1,199.00 on Nov 9 at BbqGuys; $1,199.00 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill

  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $599.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • Lowe'sNew

    In stock

    $699.99Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • Hemlock HardwareNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $699.99Checked 12 h ago
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  • Williams-SonomaNew

    Availability unknown

    $699.95Checked Nov 3
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  • Factory Hardware StoreCheck price at Factory Hardware Store
  • The General Store SpokaneCheck price at The General Store Spokane

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Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill

  • Dectile ApparelssNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $689.46Checked 7 h ago
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  • storvella.storeNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $844.35Checked 7 h ago
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  • Chadwicks & HacksNew

    In stockPriced in CAD (CA$1,599.00)

    $1,131.15Checked 7 h ago
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  • Town ApplianceNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,199.00Checked 7 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecTraeger Westwood Pellet GrillWeber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill
Temperature range180°F–450°F80° to 315°C
ColorBlackBlack
Size46" x 47" x 35"—
Grilling area653 square inches (424 square inches in main co…—
Pellet capacity18 lb.—
Wi-Fi connectionYes—
Bluetooth connectionYes—
Warranty7 years—
FinishBlack—
Width22″ wide—
Height45.6″ high—
Depth26.4″ deep—
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SpecTraeger Westwood Pellet GrillWeber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill
Cooking area—6271cm²
Cooking grates—Cast-Iron
Connectivity—Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth®
Hopper capacity—9 kg
Pellet feed duration—up to 20 hours
Top rack depth—24cm
Vertical space—29cm
Food probe ports—2
Included food probes—2
Heat-up time

What reviewers say

Traeger Westwood Pellet Grill

Owner feedback on Traeger's WiFIRE pellet grills is generally positive on smoke flavor and hands-off temperature control, with recurring complaints about app connectivity and searing heat.

What people mention
  • Temperature controlPraisedOwners say the digital controller holds set temps steadily through long cooks.
  • App and Wi-FiMixedRemote monitoring is liked, but some report pairing and connection dropouts.
  • Smoke flavorPraisedUsers credit real wood-pellet smoke for brisket, ribs and poultry.
  • Searing heatCriticisedThe 450°F ceiling draws complaints from those wanting steakhouse crusts.

Weber Searwood XL 600 Pellet Grill

  • 4.6 / 51,744 ratings

Owners rate the Searwood XL 600 highly for its size, steady temperatures and high-heat searing, and call it one of the most versatile pellet grills at its level. Complaints center on weight, the need for power and occasional app or connectivity hiccups.

What people mention
  • Temperature controlPraisedOwners say it holds set temperatures closely through long cooks.
  • SearingPraisedReviewers report it gets hot enough to sear, unusual for a pellet grill.
  • AppMixedThe app is useful for monitoring, but pairing and updates sometimes give trouble.

Questions and answers

Which is better for searing steak?
The Weber Searwood XL 600. It reaches 600°F and has a full-grate sear zone with DirectFlame cooking. The Traeger Westwood stops at 450°F, so it browns but won't give a hard crust.
Which is better for long overnight smokes?
Both hold steady low temperatures, but the Traeger's 18 lb. hopper and 7-year warranty favor it for set-and-forget brisket. The Weber's fuel gauge and low-pellet alerts make refills predictable.
Which has more cooking space?
The Weber Searwood XL 600, at roughly 972 square inches against the Traeger Westwood's 653. The Traeger's main grate is 424 square inches.
Is the Weber worth stepping up to over the Traeger?
If you want one grill for both smoking and high-heat searing, yes. The Weber adds 150°F of range, faster heat-up and a second probe. If you mainly smoke and value the longer warranty, the Traeger is enough.
Which is easier to clean?
The Weber. Its grease and ash management pulls out from the front. The Traeger requires reaching into the barrel for the grease tray and ash.
Do both work with a phone app?
Yes. Both have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Traeger uses the WiFIRE controller; Weber uses the Weber Connect app with live cook graphs and readiness alerts.

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