- Is this smoker good for beginners?
- Yes. It is simple charcoal-and-wood operation with no electronics, and it comes with wood chips. Expect to learn fire control and to seal a few leaks.
- How much food can it hold?
- One cooking grate in a narrow cabinet. It suits a couple of racks of ribs or a chicken, not a whole brisket plus sides.
- Does it need electricity?
- No. It burns charcoal and wood only, so it works anywhere you can use a charcoal grill.
- Can I use it as a regular grill?
- Not really. It is built for smoking, and the firebox is not set up for high-heat grilling.
- How do I keep the temperature steady?
- Use a separate probe thermometer, add gaskets around the door, and shelter it from wind. Small fuel additions through the firebox help more than opening the main door.
- Where is the vidaXL BBQ Oven Smoker with 2.2 lb Wood Chips 17.5"x11.4"x32.7" cheapest?
- At vidaXL.com, for $125.99, as of our latest check.