Are Traeger pellets 100% hardwood?

Yes. Traeger describes them as 100% natural, food-grade hardwood with no fillers listed. That matters because some competing pellets blend hardwood with softwood or flavor oils.

Which Traeger pellet flavor should I start with?

Signature is the all-purpose blend and the safest first bag. Hickory and Mesquite suit beef, Apple and Cherry suit pork and poultry, and Pecan is mild and nutty.

Do these pellets work in other pellet grills?

They are standard hardwood pellets and feed in most pellet smokers and grills. Traeger recommends them for its own grills, but other brands run them fine.

How should I store Traeger pellets?

Keep them dry in a sealed container or the resealed bag. Moisture is the main enemy: damp pellets swell, crumble and jam the auger.

Are Traeger pellets worth it over cheaper brands?

They are a safe match for a Traeger grill and burn consistently. Cheaper hardwood pellets can perform well too, so the choice comes down to flavor and how much dust you are willing to tolerate.