- Can it smoke and grill?
- Yes. Run it as a vertical smoker with the water pan in place, or remove the center section and cook directly over the charcoal as a grill.
- How much charcoal does a long cook take?
- A full basket of briquettes typically carries a pork shoulder through most of a day with one refill. The vertical design uses less fuel than an offset smoker.
- Does it hold temperature in cold weather?
- It struggles in wind and cold because the steel is thin. A welder's blanket or a windbreak helps keep temperatures steady.
- What size brisket fits?
- An 18-inch chamber takes a whole packer brisket if you drape it over a rib rack, or a trimmed flat with room to spare. Two pork shoulders fit comfortably.
- Is it good for a beginner?
- Yes, if you accept hands-on fire management. It has no electronics, so you learn vent control, but there is little to break.
- What do I need to buy separately?
- A digital probe thermometer is close to essential, since the built-in lid gauge is inaccurate. Charcoal, wood chunks and a cover are also worth having.
- Where is the Multi Level Vertical Smoker and Charcoal Grill 18 Inch Diameter cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $429.00, as of our latest check.