Is this a good first pellet grill?

Yes, if you want basic wood-pellet smoking and don't need app control or searing. Expect to learn its hot spots and maybe add a probe thermometer.

No. It is a smoker with a single low-and-slow function, so it won't reach the high heat a gas or charcoal grill gives for a crust.

Does it have Wi-Fi or app control?

No. Temperature is set with a dial and read from the built-in lid thermometer, so you monitor cooks in person.

It fits several racks of ribs or a whole brisket, enough for a family or a small gathering.

Any standard food-grade wood pellets work; hickory and oak suit beef and pork, while fruit woods suit poultry.

It costs less and covers basic smoking, but Traeger offers better temperature stability, app control and parts support.

At Best Buy, for $279.95, as of our latest check.

2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Lowe's.

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