Best Outdoor Grills for Smoking

The best outdoor grills for smoking — curated based on real specs, reviews, and performance data.

Reviewed by Marcus Webb, Outdoor & Active Editor

The ultimate kamado grill — ceramic insulation holds heat for hours and produces the best smoked and grilled food possible.

Brand: Big Green Egg • Price: $1299 • Rating: 4.8/5

Fuel: Lump charcoal Cooking Area: 262 sq in (grid) Material: Ceramic Temperature Range: 200-700°F+

The best value pellet grill — Slide and Grill technology lets you smoke AND sear on one machine.

Brand: Camp Chef • Price: $799 • Rating: 4.6/5

Fuel: Wood pellets Cooking Area: 570 sq in Temperature Range: 160-500°F Connectivity: Wi-Fi

The best pellet grill — WiFIRE smart control, D2 drivetrain, and Super Smoke mode for competition-level results.

Brand: Traeger • Price: $1299 • Rating: 4.6/5

Fuel: Wood pellets Cooking Area: 650 sq in Temperature Range: 165-500°F Connectivity: WiFIRE (Wi-Fi)