I just got the Laredo for my bday recently. First pellet grill/smoker i have ever had. Great price for entry level and I agree doesn't smoke much. Food still tastes great and after watching this video, i will be grabbing one of those smoking tubes. Great video and comparison review!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Hey buddy so I purchased the 850 today and am waiting to pick it up. Do you know if I'm going to have to send that controller in for a update?
I bought the Austin xl 1000 about 5 months ago and I love it. Everything I have cooked on it is great, from pizza to Boston butts everything is perfect.
Thanks for the great tip on the smoke tube! I have a KC Combo Platinum and I love it, but I have struggled to get a good smoke ring & flavor. I'm going to pick up the smoke tube and try that on my next low and slow smoke!
Heck ya Jake!! Baby Huey is a really good pit with that new controller!! I like the laredo but it just doesn't smoke as much as I was hoping! Thanks for watching brother and have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
The Laredo is small. I bought one sight unseen and took it back as soon as I opened the box. The racks are very close together. Next I bought the 1600, and man, it is way bigger. It is perfect and the racks are far enough apart to cook on all 3 at one time. The top racks even slide and tilt! I am in South Louisiana and it is very humid here, no auger jams.
Awesome glad you went with the 1600!! Thanks for watching and if you run it enough the pellets won't swell up but if you put it away for a month or so might be smart to dump the pellets out and put them in a pail with a lid.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ duly noted. I have some clear tote containers with the gasket lid that I keep my extra pellets in. So far I have not gone more than 2 weeks without cooking in it. I did have one and only problem with the pit. The lever for the pellet dump got stuck and I had to take it apart and ream out the mounting screw holes to fix it.
Good review Jeff! I'm not a huge fan of porcelain grates either. Things seem to stick on them worse, and that porcelain can pop off. Stainless or carbon expanded metal for me. Maybe PitBoss will tweak their controller through an update to pump out a bit more smoke, but like you said, toss a smoke tube in it.
Thanks Rus!!! I agree brother stainless racks are so nice!!! With the Laredo's controller it would have to be sent back to get a firmware update like I had to do with the 1600 and I do not think Pit Boss has any plans for that at the moment!! Like always bro I appreciate you watching!!!
Thanks Jeff for the great video. I was trying to decide between these two and this helped a lot. I pulled the trigger on my Pit Boss Pro 1600 and it should be here in time for a good Christmas smoke.
My Laredo 1000 puts off plenty of smoke. No issues and no tube needed. If you are smoking anything over 24hrs is gonna be dry af. 26lb hoppers are plenty for any time of cook.
Nah that hopper log piled on me over night and snuffed out on a pork butt. This pit runs great but just puffs a little smoke compared to many other pellet grills I have owned or ran. Now I grew up running an offset so maybe my smoke profile is much higher than yours but for me the only way I got any flavor off this pit was by adding a tube. Thanks for watching!
So true!!! The 1000 runs great just surprised it didn't smoke as much as even my old Pro Series 1100 or the Austin XL. But fantastic feature for a fantastic price!!!! Thanks for watching!!
Great review on the Pit Boss Jeff. If I were going to purchase a pellet grill, I believe a Pit Boss model would be my choice. I may have overlooked it, but a review on a Masterbuilt digital charcoal smoker would be most helpful as I am considering buying one in the near future. Always enjoy your vids, many thanks.
Thanks Papa! I have a couple Masterbuilt 560 videos but I just never got any views and I had a couple issues with big temp spikes. One was so bad I wrecked a $75 prime brisket, scorched earth!!!!! It is a great idea of a pit but that brand is made so cheap a case of beer cans feels heavier!!! hahaha Like always thank you for all your support and watching my videos! Have a great Thanksgiving!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ I’ll continue to watch brother. I enjoy it and your great inspiration for my goals. Happy thanksgiving and hope your Christmas is awesome.
Another great review. I just got asked what pellet grill should a friend buy for his kid for Christmas. They are a young couple that’s just getting into grilling/smoking. I’m just gonna forward this video because at this price point I think one of these two is the way to go. Thoughts??? Happy thanksgiving all!!!!
Jerry tell your friend to check out the other Pro Series models at Lowes!! I suggest the 1150 I think it is around $600 and it is a fantastic pit just not as big as the 1600 obviously!! The Laredo is good and runs great just remember I am spoiled and that pit just doesn't smoke enough!! Like always brother, thanks for watching and have a fantastic Thanksgiving yourself!!
I have the 1000. I noticed that one of the temperature probe LED's was not working. I called the company on a Monday night and by Thursday I had a new controller. The only bad cook was my mistake as my son needed me and my steak was well done instead of medium.
I've got a Laredo 1000, and it does a decent job of cooking, but you're right about that smoke taste. What smoke tube were you using in your video for additional flavor?
I was using the Amazing Tube (I think that is the name) with some Hickory Lumberjack Pellets. Thanks for watching and ya geta. smoke tube, they add almost twice the flavor!!
Ya I wish they would also. Their new PID is pretty good on the Pro Series models! The 1150 and 1600 but they still got a lot of room for improvement to do on the WiFi/Bluetooth. Thanks for watching!!
hey buddy that was quick! lol. I just got the black pro series with the see thru front and the control panel on the side. this thing is a beast. we need a good review on one lol
I will mention it to Pit Boss but I got about 5 videos I need to do for them first!!! But we have talked about getting a good vertical on the channel!! So when I get one I will certainly do a review using it!!!
Pit Boss Pro Triple-function Comb Grill (Lowes) vs Pit Boss KC Combo (Walmart). Which is better? With a family of 6 I am frequently cooking fajitas, pancakes, etc. on a griddle so the KC Combo looks nice, and the flat top is removeable to use it as a grill, so that is nice. But I like the idea of having a full gas grill with lid, and cold smoker for things like cheese and jerky in the combo. Decisions, decisions.
I have heard that the KC combo does not smoke as much. But I have never ran either. I hate picking out the one I should get too that is why I do these videos but without and hands on experience on the pits I really can’t tell you other than I think the Pro Series pits are a tad better.
So I decided to purchase the KC Combo for my birthday back in May. After using it for several months, I have been very happy overall. Of course I don't own the other grill to compare the two. I have grilled steaks, made pulled pork, smoked sausage, chicken, ribs, and even a turkey. I've used the griddle top for mushrooms, burgers, bacon, and chicken. I love having the ability to cook in so many ways. The cleaning is a bit of a pain, but not bad. Just make sure you have a shop vac. I have been having an issue with the built-in lights. once the grill gets hot they don't come on. The MNFR sent me a new light kit, but I think the issue is actually the circuit board is getting too hot. I've also started noticing some issues with the thermometers. I think they need to add some thermal insulation in the lid of the hopper, where the brains are.
The vertical is a great option but I just wish they put the 10 degree increments in that model!!! I do not have the Pit Boss vertical but I own a Smoke Dady 2300 and that is my pit for catering BBQ!!! Thanks for watching!!!
Can you compare the Laredo 1000 to the Austin XL? They're both about $500 and they're both about 1000 square inches and they're both sold at Walmart... can't decide.
Get the Austin XL. Better pit IMO and very reliable! Plus priced right for a perfect entry level pellet grill!!! Never know when you will need the extra room too!! Thanks for watching!!
hey man, came across some of your videos... ive been debating for DAYYYYYYYYSS... havnt found any places that really do decent comparisons. Going with the 1600 over the Traeger.
Ricer hi from ND up in your territory for summer. Got a Laredo in FL at house just bought a Pro Series 3 1600. So what do you think about newer series 3... LOve the Laredo hope the Seroes 3 1600 will be winner. I'm drinking Linekeuegel shanty CHEERS
Awesome John!!! The new PS should be a very good pit and better than your Laredo!! Thanks for commenting brother and I hope you are enjoying that Linies!!
Good review. I've had a Classic and the Laredo. The Laredo wifi is sketchy is sketchy at best. I prefer their vertical cabinets. Namely I'm noy a fan of the Slide n Grill idea. I have a series 3 from Walmart and love it. I had a series 5 and do miss it as bigger. I've seen the new Sportsman based on the 5. Only thing I see different is the Sportsman has two door latches. Is it worth $200 difference. Maybe you could do a comparison of those two.
Ya John maybe I can match up some verticals in the future?!?!?! I am not a big fan of the sear plate flame broiler either. Hardly ever use it. I rather heat up some grillgrates or a cast iron pan to get a sear! Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ I was wondering if Z grills has a plate that could fit. I think they have one that looks like it might work on the Classic. I think I saw a plate on Smoke Daddy as well.
@@johnmanthey2683 I think Smoke Daddy does have one. I have the 2300 and I add the Heavy D to it all the time when I cook for a party. That cabinet is an awesome pit! I got a lot more pits lined up in the future so be fun messing with some different brands soon too!
I liked my Masterbuilt 560 but I had weird temp spikes sometimes and wrecked a huge prime brisket!! It was not the wood chunks I put in the chute because they didn't even light up yet!!?? Someday I will have a nice gravity fed for just smoking BBQ! Thanks for watching!!!
Hey thanks for the video. 1 more week until I make my purchase and ur making the decision easier I appreciate it. Once it's assembled I challenge you dead broke bbq to a cook off lol kidding keep up the good work
Glad I could help David!! I laughed when you asked for it because at that very moment I was jotting down my bullet points on making that video!!! hahaha You can always look at the Pro Series 1150 because on that pit you can get the updated controller also if it does not already have it installed! But Baby Huey is the best Pit Boss pellet grill I have ran to date! Take a while to warm up but it does a fantastic job other than all Pit Boss's WiFi kind of sucks!! Again thanks for watching and don't be a stranger even if I am running a different pit!! Have a great Thanksgiving!!
As a die hard offset wood smoker (never had a pellet), im looking into buying my 1st pellet smoker. After watching your videos, awesome job by the way. Is there any difference between the 1150 and 1600 besides size?
I feel your pain, I went from an offset to pellet grills but I will say my family is a lot happier because in the past I only had time for the offset on weekends! So there really isn't a big difference other than the added griddle on the 1600. Both pits pretty much are the same just one is bigger. I will say that Pit Boss has another 1600 coming out called the Elite but mine is not here yet (also an exclusive at Lowe's). In the pellet grill world you really get what you pay for but Pit Boss does have a good bang for your buck pit. Thanks for watching and remember that with a pellet grill the flavor won't be there but it is still good and makes people happy. I will say my Lone Star Grillz pellet is the closest I have ever gotten to my old offset but you can buy 4 1600's for what my LSG ended up costing.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ have you gotten the 1600 elite yet? I saw they got in stock now and thinking about pulling the trigger. Seeing if it’s worth it over the normal 1600
@@johnnydurm not yet Pit Boss is waiting to get one in their warehouse. We might do a store pick up instead of waiting. Looks and sounds like a decent pit but I have no experience with one yet. Sorry but it might be a couple more weeks.
Was going to get a Laredo for Christmas from wife after spending some time on the pit boss forums it’s a definite no. Way to many problems along with slow start up. Lots of people having probe failures and taking well over an hour just to hit 250°
@@DeadBrokeBBQ No problem glad I found the channel, been smoking for 10 years on a WSM looking for convenience at this point and people tell me my Q has too much smoke which sometimes yeah.
Now how would you compare the pro Series to your LSG? Just curious since you said the pro series smokes more…. Could it keep up with the LSG as far as smoke profile? I already knew which one would win here , because the Laredo is just a smaller Lockhart… trust me the Laredo shortcomings will show after a year or two
The LSG all the way. But my 1600 does smoke pretty good for a box store pit! The LSG is the closest pellet grill to match up to my old offset. I do have a new LSG offset coming soon and that will get me back to those types of cooks again so I will easily be able to compare the pellet grills smoke flavor to my offset again.
Not as nice as a Yoder but I will say that the NEW Lone Star Grillz pellet grill runs even a tad better than a YS640. I have ran a couple of them and I like the pit but now that my friends have seen my LSG they are thinking about getting the LSG. Thanks for watching and let me know what you decide!!
None until they can implement a grill that can set a temp at 275 until they do this on all grills. Love my pit boss but will always defer friends until they do this.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ not all do and I’m not sure if all traegers have that setting but the more I watched vids on them I wished I had pulled the trigger on one instead because I haven’t seen one that can’t.
Yep agree, the older models don't but Pit Boss has been adding that temp to the newer models. New Traegers do. I honestly like 275-300° just depends on how fast I want it done. I start out for 30 minutes typically on the smoke setting. Unless I am running my Lone Star Grillz, that thing is a smoker! ha ha
@@DeadBrokeBBQ we’re on the same page there brother. I live 35 minutes from where they make them in Willis. I’ll take my offset all day but when I need sleep. My pellet will work and turns out good brisket. Glad to see pit boss adding this feature to their grills.
Can you give me a tip on how to get a more Smokey flavor on my meat? I have a Pro Series 1100 and bought the smoke tube thinking it would help but it hasn’t. I mainly use the competition blend pellets but the meat never really has a smoky flavor. I appreciate any tip you could give me.
Hmmm only thing I can offer is to run it on low or smoke mode for a longer period of time. You will never be able to over smoke anything using a pellet grill. Try some mesquite blends, maybe that will give you what you are looking for? I use lumberjack Hickory or Oak and I am ok with those. But it will never match my old offset for smokey flavor. Thanks for watching!
Why would you choose the 850 pro over the Laredo 1000? I know you mentioned the 1600 pro smokes more than the Laredo 1000, but is that because of the design or size difference? Thanks
Probably but they do have some units now with them already installed. Just depends on the inventory at the Lowe's you go to. But if it has the old one, yes you would have to call them. Thanks for watching Gregg!
Got one more comparison if you don't mind bro?? So I'm fo sho leaning towards a Pit Boss. What's your opinion on the Pro Series 1150 and the Austin XL??
Steer clear of the Laredo 1000. I have an 820D, which reaches temperatures in less than 8 minutes. The Laredo? 60 minutes to reach 350. No joke. Pitboss customer service is awful. After asking me a bunch of questions and making me take pictures of the grill, they gave up and said 60 minutes heat up was normal, and wouldn’t try any further. I posted this experience on their forum, and they banned me from the forum. I guess they don’t want customers to know how bad some of their Techs are. The problem is the software with this piece of garbage. It only calls pellets for six seconds at a time, which probably amounts to three pellets. Great if you’re trying to cook a marshmallow. They told me to just keep pushing “prime” to put more pellets in. Tons of people in their forum report the same issue. They won’t fix it. Buy this grill at your own risk. It really is terrible. My 820 D from Pit Boss smokes this thing, literally.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ got it. Regardless I’m purchasing this smoker. To me it’s far superior to anything in the same price range. Thanks for the hard work you put into all of your videos!
2023 update on the Laredo 1000: Pit Boss has released a new app that replaced the problematic "Smoke IT" app. It's insanely better and even updates the software on the grill.
Hi Ricer if you had the option between a pit boss pro 1150 or camp chef sgx 36 (not the woodwind) what would you choose. The pit boss is listed for 699 $ at lowes. And the champ chef is 714$ with a military discount. Could you help steer me in the right direction? Thank you
Would you go with the Laredo 1000 or the Pro Series 850? Right now the ProSeries is a little cheaper and from what I can tell you get more smoke from the Pro Series
I might but after watching my buddy Tommy from Gallery Backyard BBQ do his review I probably will pass on the Gen 2. Thanks for watching and if you haven't already head over to his channel!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ lol. Disagree. I have both the Laredo 1000 and PB1150 ( 1/2 off on the Laredo 🤷♂️) and honestly prefer the Laredo. Especially when that auger jam does occur. I do think my PB1150 gets to temp better but if you follow they start up and let it get to smoke temp, then close down the stack and rip it to 350, then back off to whatever temp you desire it produces a decent smoke. The Laredo is sensitive to the start up procedure they state in the manual. Also, the air gap mid works on the pro series but it makes the Laredo run like 💩. Probably due to taller cook chamber and vertical stack instead of side mount. One things for sure, a double spit rotteserie fits in the Laredo beautifully. Entire reason I got it. To do picana and birds.
I am glad you like the Laredo. I never say I don't like it but it certainly does not produce the smoke profile I am used to and it is super easy to just add a smoke tube! Great starter pit for sure but I think the Pro Series is just better. Thanks for watching brother!!!
Before you buy that Laredo make sure you check out the Lone Star Grillz pellet! I have buddies with the YS640's all selling theirs to get a LSG. That is the first pellet SMOKER I have ever owned.
My Pit Boss 820 is an absolutely a horrible smoker. Just called pit boss again for same problem. Now they say they can not find any record of them sending me parts. They need to go through the whole process with me again. 150 degree temp swings. 2 new control panels and thermometer and it is still junk. Will not replace grill even though I have been calling with problems since new. I have ruined so much meat on this crap. I now have to throw away the money I spent on this and buy a new smoker. It will not be a Pit Boss, I promise you that. They just keep mailing me parts and I have to tear the grill apart to replace them, over and over and over. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER CARE.
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Best bbq/grill review on the whole wild internet! Short ,consize and very informative.
Thank you!! I appreciate you watching!!
Got my pro series 850 since Father’s Day last year, I LOVE it, also this was the 1st channel I hit up about it, now it’s my favorite
Thanks brother!! Ya the 850 is a workhorse!!! Glad you enjoy my videos and I appreciate you watching!!
Definitely a thorough comparison. I think it's a no-brainer spend the extra money get a bigger pit and more smoke flavor!
Exactly Rusty!! We both know having a bigger pit is better!!! Plus the 1600 smokes almost twice as much!?!?!? Like always thanks for watching bud!!!
I just got the Laredo for my bday recently. First pellet grill/smoker i have ever had. Great price for entry level and I agree doesn't smoke much. Food still tastes great and after watching this video, i will be grabbing one of those smoking tubes. Great video and comparison review!
I just did a pork butt with the smoker tube, and it does give more flavor, but still not like the stick/lump cooker it replaced.
Heck ya David!! The smoke tube will double the smoke flavor profile!! Really helps a lot compared to running it without it!!! Thanks for watching!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Hey buddy so I purchased the 850 today and am waiting to pick it up. Do you know if I'm going to have to send that controller in for a update?
I bought the Austin xl 1000 about 5 months ago and I love it. Everything I have cooked on it is great, from pizza to Boston butts everything is perfect.
Heck ya and that pit is better than the Laredo IMO. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the great tip on the smoke tube! I have a KC Combo Platinum and I love it, but I have struggled to get a good smoke ring & flavor. I'm going to pick up the smoke tube and try that on my next low and slow smoke!
Great review bro! I would go with the 1600! Especially since they put the update to the controller.
Heck ya Jake!! Baby Huey is a really good pit with that new controller!! I like the laredo but it just doesn't smoke as much as I was hoping! Thanks for watching brother and have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Lol, I love this video for so many reasons! Great job, Ricer!
Ha ha glad you enjoyed it Darrin!! Thanks for watching brother!!!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
The Laredo is small. I bought one sight unseen and took it back as soon as I opened the box. The racks are very close together. Next I bought the 1600, and man, it is way bigger. It is perfect and the racks are far enough apart to cook on all 3 at one time. The top racks even slide and tilt! I am in South Louisiana and it is very humid here, no auger jams.
Awesome glad you went with the 1600!! Thanks for watching and if you run it enough the pellets won't swell up but if you put it away for a month or so might be smart to dump the pellets out and put them in a pail with a lid.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ duly noted. I have some clear tote containers with the gasket lid that I keep my extra pellets in. So far I have not gone more than 2 weeks without cooking in it. I did have one and only problem with the pit. The lever for the pellet dump got stuck and I had to take it apart and ream out the mounting screw holes to fix it.
1600 all day . Go big or go home. Great video Ricer
Heck ya Eric!!! I agree bro seems like you never have enough room in your cooker!!! Like always bud, thanks for watching!!
Buy both and have lots of room and more grills to bbq with 😁😁😁😁😁 can't go wrong with more grills
Heck ya brother! I like the way you think!! Thanks for watching!
I LOVE my Pro 850. Best investment so far and I agree on the Pro grill grate, it is a pain in the BUTT to clean.
Heck ya Mike!! That is a nice pit for sure!! I just wish the pro series had the straight rods instead!!!!! Like always bud I appreciate you watching!!
I love my pro series!
Heck ya it is a nice pit!
Good review Jeff! I'm not a huge fan of porcelain grates either. Things seem to stick on them worse, and that porcelain can pop off. Stainless or carbon expanded metal for me. Maybe PitBoss will tweak their controller through an update to pump out a bit more smoke, but like you said, toss a smoke tube in it.
Thanks Rus!!! I agree brother stainless racks are so nice!!! With the Laredo's controller it would have to be sent back to get a firmware update like I had to do with the 1600 and I do not think Pit Boss has any plans for that at the moment!! Like always bro I appreciate you watching!!!
Thanks Jeff for the great video. I was trying to decide between these two and this helped a lot. I pulled the trigger on my Pit Boss Pro 1600 and it should be here in time for a good Christmas smoke.
Great choice Darren!!!! have fun with that pit!!
Yeah buddy, the baby Huey does look better, when in doubt if you’re in a squeeze for cash or space, always go bigger. Awesome comparison Ricer!
Thanks for watching Charley!! Ya Huey is a little bit more but certainly has value!!! Thanks for watching brother and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Same issue with my Laredo. Took it back and got the pro850. In my opinion the Laredo is an amazing grill but not a smoker.
My Laredo 1000 puts off plenty of smoke. No issues and no tube needed. If you are smoking anything over 24hrs is gonna be dry af. 26lb hoppers are plenty for any time of cook.
Nah that hopper log piled on me over night and snuffed out on a pork butt. This pit runs great but just puffs a little smoke compared to many other pellet grills I have owned or ran. Now I grew up running an offset so maybe my smoke profile is much higher than yours but for me the only way I got any flavor off this pit was by adding a tube. Thanks for watching!
Meanwhile i just paid 1300$ on a pit boss 850 navigator... Norway prices... We dont got so many options here, still love it
Well at least you got one and I have been told by a lot of people overseas that it costs a lot more for these pits. Have fun with the new pit!!!!!!
That metal plate below the pro series table is not a pain the butt ...you just slide it forward snap in and out 👍 great video ...
Any extra step to maintenance is a pain in the ass when you own as many pits as I do.
I'm watching these to see the grill quality. It's half off at my local Walmart. I'm gonna do a uturn and snatch it up
YA it is worth getting at 1/2 off!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ just pulled it in the garage. Was 270 and change out the door
I just got the Laredo 1000 to replace my CharGriller Pro offset… I love it compared to dealing with keeping the fire for long cooks.
So true!!! The 1000 runs great just surprised it didn't smoke as much as even my old Pro Series 1100 or the Austin XL. But fantastic feature for a fantastic price!!!! Thanks for watching!!
Been watching your videos for the last week and I enjoy the content. Subscribed from northern Wisco.
Awesome!!! Thanks for subbing and glad to hear you enjoy my content!!! Have a great week and stay warm!
Fence sitter BBQ...is that a new channel? Loved it Jeff!
Hahaha Thanks Brian!!! Sounds good right!!! hahahah I appreciate you watching brother and I hope all is good up in Canada!!!
Great review on the Pit Boss Jeff. If I were going to purchase a pellet grill, I believe a Pit Boss model would be my choice. I may have overlooked it, but a review on a Masterbuilt digital charcoal smoker would be most helpful as I am considering buying one in the near future. Always enjoy your vids, many thanks.
Thanks Papa! I have a couple Masterbuilt 560 videos but I just never got any views and I had a couple issues with big temp spikes. One was so bad I wrecked a $75 prime brisket, scorched earth!!!!! It is a great idea of a pit but that brand is made so cheap a case of beer cans feels heavier!!! hahaha Like always thank you for all your support and watching my videos! Have a great Thanksgiving!!
Nice video I love my 1600
Heck ya Mark!!! Great pit at a great price!! Thanks for watching brother!!
Hey man, ive really benefited from your channel. I appreciate it.
Glad that I have helped!!! Thanks for watching brother and I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ I’ll continue to watch brother. I enjoy it and your great inspiration for my goals. Happy thanksgiving and hope your Christmas is awesome.
Awesome just remember the grind is real brother!! It is a marathon so just keep posting! You got this!!
Pro series vertical for the win.
Another great review. I just got asked what pellet grill should a friend buy for his kid for Christmas. They are a young couple that’s just getting into grilling/smoking.
I’m just gonna forward this video because at this price point I think one of these two is the way to go.
Thoughts???
Happy thanksgiving all!!!!
Jerry tell your friend to check out the other Pro Series models at Lowes!! I suggest the 1150 I think it is around $600 and it is a fantastic pit just not as big as the 1600 obviously!! The Laredo is good and runs great just remember I am spoiled and that pit just doesn't smoke enough!! Like always brother, thanks for watching and have a fantastic Thanksgiving yourself!!
1 thing i dont like about my pit boss is i have to move my pellets around on long cooks not a deal breaker. because i watch my pits at all times
Ya Scotty just part of the job and it ain't a big deal to check on the pellet when you check on the food! Thanks for watching brother!
I have the 1000. I noticed that one of the temperature probe LED's was not working. I called the company on a Monday night and by Thursday I had a new controller. The only bad cook was my mistake as my son needed me and my steak was well done instead of medium.
Awesome!!! Glad to hear you got it fixed and been having some great cooks!!! Thanks for leaving a comment!!!
Great information, Ricer👍
Thank you Bobbi!! Glad you enjoyed the video young lady and I hope you have a fantastic thanksgiving!!
I've got a Laredo 1000, and it does a decent job of cooking, but you're right about that smoke taste. What smoke tube were you using in your video for additional flavor?
I was using the Amazing Tube (I think that is the name) with some Hickory Lumberjack Pellets. Thanks for watching and ya geta. smoke tube, they add almost twice the flavor!!
I wish pitboss made a pid retrofit for their older grills. They have wifi controllers, but not pid unless something has changed recently.
Ya I wish they would also. Their new PID is pretty good on the Pro Series models! The 1150 and 1600 but they still got a lot of room for improvement to do on the WiFi/Bluetooth. Thanks for watching!!
the pro series stand up with the see thru window should be the best pitboss smoker. things crazy
Ya som eday I hope I get a Vertical in here to test out!!!! For smoking they are great!!! Thanks for watching!
hey buddy that was quick! lol. I just got the black pro series with the see thru front and the control panel on the side. this thing is a beast. we need a good review on one lol
I will mention it to Pit Boss but I got about 5 videos I need to do for them first!!! But we have talked about getting a good vertical on the channel!! So when I get one I will certainly do a review using it!!!
Pit Boss Pro Triple-function Comb Grill (Lowes) vs Pit Boss KC Combo (Walmart). Which is better? With a family of 6 I am frequently cooking fajitas, pancakes, etc. on a griddle so the KC Combo looks nice, and the flat top is removeable to use it as a grill, so that is nice. But I like the idea of having a full gas grill with lid, and cold smoker for things like cheese and jerky in the combo. Decisions, decisions.
I have heard that the KC combo does not smoke as much. But I have never ran either. I hate picking out the one I should get too that is why I do these videos but without and hands on experience on the pits I really can’t tell you other than I think the Pro Series pits are a tad better.
So I decided to purchase the KC Combo for my birthday back in May. After using it for several months, I have been very happy overall. Of course I don't own the other grill to compare the two. I have grilled steaks, made pulled pork, smoked sausage, chicken, ribs, and even a turkey. I've used the griddle top for mushrooms, burgers, bacon, and chicken. I love having the ability to cook in so many ways. The cleaning is a bit of a pain, but not bad. Just make sure you have a shop vac. I have been having an issue with the built-in lights. once the grill gets hot they don't come on. The MNFR sent me a new light kit, but I think the issue is actually the circuit board is getting too hot. I've also started noticing some issues with the thermometers. I think they need to add some thermal insulation in the lid of the hopper, where the brains are.
As a straight up smoker which would be better, Pit Boss 1600 or Pellet Pro vertical ?
Vertical
The vertical is a great option but I just wish they put the 10 degree increments in that model!!! I do not have the Pit Boss vertical but I own a Smoke Dady 2300 and that is my pit for catering BBQ!!! Thanks for watching!!!
Heck ya Phat!!!
i bought an 850, use the heck out of it
Awesome! That is a great pit! Thanks for watching!
Can you compare the Laredo 1000 to the Austin XL? They're both about $500 and they're both about 1000 square inches and they're both sold at Walmart... can't decide.
Get the Austin XL. Better pit IMO and very reliable! Plus priced right for a perfect entry level pellet grill!!! Never know when you will need the extra room too!! Thanks for watching!!
hey man, came across some of your videos... ive been debating for DAYYYYYYYYSS... havnt found any places that really do decent comparisons. Going with the 1600 over the Traeger.
Awesome!! Both pits are nice but I really think you get more value out of the Pit Boss 1600! Traeger makes you pay for their name!!
Tuesday my navigator850 will arrive ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Awesome! Enjoy that new pit!!
Ricer hi from ND up in your territory for summer. Got a Laredo in FL at house just bought a Pro Series 3 1600. So what do you think about newer series 3... LOve the Laredo hope the Seroes 3 1600 will be winner. I'm drinking Linekeuegel shanty CHEERS
Awesome John!!! The new PS should be a very good pit and better than your Laredo!! Thanks for commenting brother and I hope you are enjoying that Linies!!
Great job bro. 👏
Thank you Dan!!
Good review. I've had a Classic and the Laredo. The Laredo wifi is sketchy is sketchy at best. I prefer their vertical cabinets. Namely I'm noy a fan of the Slide n Grill idea. I have a series 3 from Walmart and love it. I had a series 5 and do miss it as bigger. I've seen the new Sportsman based on the 5. Only thing I see different is the Sportsman has two door latches. Is it worth $200 difference. Maybe you could do a comparison of those two.
Ya John maybe I can match up some verticals in the future?!?!?! I am not a big fan of the sear plate flame broiler either. Hardly ever use it. I rather heat up some grillgrates or a cast iron pan to get a sear! Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ I was wondering if Z grills has a plate that could fit. I think they have one that looks like it might work on the Classic. I think I saw a plate on Smoke Daddy as well.
@@johnmanthey2683 I think Smoke Daddy does have one. I have the 2300 and I add the Heavy D to it all the time when I cook for a party. That cabinet is an awesome pit! I got a lot more pits lined up in the future so be fun messing with some different brands soon too!
Thoughts on pellet vs. gravity fed?
I liked my Masterbuilt 560 but I had weird temp spikes sometimes and wrecked a huge prime brisket!! It was not the wood chunks I put in the chute because they didn't even light up yet!!?? Someday I will have a nice gravity fed for just smoking BBQ! Thanks for watching!!!
Hey thanks for the video. 1 more week until I make my purchase and ur making the decision easier I appreciate it. Once it's assembled I challenge you dead broke bbq to a cook off lol kidding keep up the good work
Glad I could help David!! I laughed when you asked for it because at that very moment I was jotting down my bullet points on making that video!!! hahaha You can always look at the Pro Series 1150 because on that pit you can get the updated controller also if it does not already have it installed! But Baby Huey is the best Pit Boss pellet grill I have ran to date! Take a while to warm up but it does a fantastic job other than all Pit Boss's WiFi kind of sucks!! Again thanks for watching and don't be a stranger even if I am running a different pit!! Have a great Thanksgiving!!
As a die hard offset wood smoker (never had a pellet), im looking into buying my 1st pellet smoker. After watching your videos, awesome job by the way. Is there any difference between the 1150 and 1600 besides size?
I feel your pain, I went from an offset to pellet grills but I will say my family is a lot happier because in the past I only had time for the offset on weekends! So there really isn't a big difference other than the added griddle on the 1600. Both pits pretty much are the same just one is bigger. I will say that Pit Boss has another 1600 coming out called the Elite but mine is not here yet (also an exclusive at Lowe's). In the pellet grill world you really get what you pay for but Pit Boss does have a good bang for your buck pit. Thanks for watching and remember that with a pellet grill the flavor won't be there but it is still good and makes people happy. I will say my Lone Star Grillz pellet is the closest I have ever gotten to my old offset but you can buy 4 1600's for what my LSG ended up costing.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ have you gotten the 1600 elite yet? I saw they got in stock now and thinking about pulling the trigger. Seeing if it’s worth it over the normal 1600
@@johnnydurm not yet Pit Boss is waiting to get one in their warehouse. We might do a store pick up instead of waiting. Looks and sounds like a decent pit but I have no experience with one yet. Sorry but it might be a couple more weeks.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ went ahead and ordered mine. Will be here Thursday from Lowe’s!
I'm looking to buy a pellet grill, I'm going with either a Pit Boss or Z Grill. What's your opinion on the Pit Boss Pro Series 1150 from Lowes??
I like both but I would lean towards the 1150. Thanks for watching!
Was going to get a Laredo for Christmas from wife after spending some time on the pit boss forums it’s a definite no.
Way to many problems along with slow start up. Lots of people having probe failures and taking well over an hour just to hit 250°
Mine is still running ok but this Pit does have a few issues. Thanks for watching!
I am thinking of getting a Pro 850.. Just seeing if the budget will allow it.
Heck ya save up and when you can get one. They make bbq easy! Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ No problem glad I found the channel, been smoking for 10 years on a WSM looking for convenience at this point and people tell me my Q has too much smoke which sometimes yeah.
What’s the price of the pro?
for the 1600 I say it is $899 but the 1150 is around $600 at Lowes! Thanks for leaving a comment!!
Now how would you compare the pro Series to your LSG? Just curious since you said the pro series smokes more…. Could it keep up with the LSG as far as smoke profile?
I already knew which one would win here , because the Laredo is just a smaller Lockhart… trust me the Laredo shortcomings will show after a year or two
The LSG all the way. But my 1600 does smoke pretty good for a box store pit! The LSG is the closest pellet grill to match up to my old offset. I do have a new LSG offset coming soon and that will get me back to those types of cooks again so I will easily be able to compare the pellet grills smoke flavor to my offset again.
Baby Huey for the win!!!😁
Heck ya Kevin!! Baby Huey crushed another one! Ha ha have a happy thanksgiving brother!
Would you go for the 850 or the Austin Onyx?
That is kind of a flip a coin to be honest!!! Both will do a good job! Thanks for watching!
Do you have a comparison video between the pro 1150 and competition 1250?
No I do not, sorry!! Pit Boss hasn't sent me much lately!!! Thanks for watching!!
What happens if you're smoking and run out of pellets? Does it stop heating altogether?
Yep it will just error out. Then you just start over. Thanks for watching!
How does PIT BOSS models compare to YODER YS series models (build quality, performance).
Not as nice as a Yoder but I will say that the NEW Lone Star Grillz pellet grill runs even a tad better than a YS640. I have ran a couple of them and I like the pit but now that my friends have seen my LSG they are thinking about getting the LSG. Thanks for watching and let me know what you decide!!
None until they can implement a grill that can set a temp at 275 until they do this on all grills. Love my pit boss but will always defer friends until they do this.
The Laredo has that setting and the 1600 has a 270 or 280 setting. Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ not all do and I’m not sure if all traegers have that setting but the more I watched vids on them I wished I had pulled the trigger on one instead because I haven’t seen one that can’t.
Yep agree, the older models don't but Pit Boss has been adding that temp to the newer models. New Traegers do. I honestly like 275-300° just depends on how fast I want it done. I start out for 30 minutes typically on the smoke setting. Unless I am running my Lone Star Grillz, that thing is a smoker! ha ha
@@DeadBrokeBBQ we’re on the same page there brother. I live 35 minutes from where they make them in Willis. I’ll take my offset all day but when I need sleep. My pellet will work and turns out good brisket. Glad to see pit boss adding this feature to their grills.
Can you give me a tip on how to get a more Smokey flavor on my meat? I have a Pro Series 1100 and bought the smoke tube thinking it would help but it hasn’t. I mainly use the competition blend pellets but the meat never really has a smoky flavor. I appreciate any tip you could give me.
Hmmm only thing I can offer is to run it on low or smoke mode for a longer period of time. You will never be able to over smoke anything using a pellet grill. Try some mesquite blends, maybe that will give you what you are looking for? I use lumberjack Hickory or Oak and I am ok with those. But it will never match my old offset for smokey flavor. Thanks for watching!
Getting a Hotspot in the center of laredo (which seems to only realy affext mh ribs). But can't seem to find a good heat deflector. Any suggestions ?
Rotate your protein more. Pellet grills can have hotter areas. Even in my old offset I rotated my cooks. Thanks for watching!
Great video but if you had to choose between the Laredo and 850 which would you prefer?
Thanks
Pro Series 850 would be my choice!
Why would you choose the 850 pro over the Laredo 1000? I know you mentioned the 1600 pro smokes more than the Laredo 1000, but is that because of the design or size difference? Thanks
How would you compare the Lockhart vs others? Is it worth it?
I would skip the Lockhart. Great idea but the pit is just ok from what I have been told. Thanks for watching!!!
So if I were to buy the 1600 I would have to call pitboss and order the updated controller like I did on my 1150?
Probably but they do have some units now with them already installed. Just depends on the inventory at the Lowe's you go to. But if it has the old one, yes you would have to call them. Thanks for watching Gregg!
Got one more comparison if you don't mind bro?? So I'm fo sho leaning towards a Pit Boss. What's your opinion on the Pro Series 1150 and the Austin XL??
Go with the 1150 because the controller is a PID. The XL is a fantastic but but has bigger temp swings.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Thanks bro! Appreciate your time and feedback!!
Steer clear of the Laredo 1000. I have an 820D, which reaches temperatures in less than 8 minutes. The Laredo? 60 minutes to reach 350. No joke. Pitboss customer service is awful. After asking me a bunch of questions and making me take pictures of the grill, they gave up and said 60 minutes heat up was normal, and wouldn’t try any further. I posted this experience on their forum, and they banned me from the forum. I guess they don’t want customers to know how bad some of their Techs are. The problem is the software with this piece of garbage. It only calls pellets for six seconds at a time, which probably amounts to three pellets. Great if you’re trying to cook a marshmallow. They told me to just keep pushing “prime” to put more pellets in. Tons of people in their forum report the same issue. They won’t fix it. Buy this grill at your own risk. It really is terrible. My 820 D from Pit Boss smokes this thing, literally.
Agree. Thanks for watching!
Ok so we don’t like the porcelain grates. Can they be upgraded to stainless steel?
They said yes but they won’t be available for a few months up to maybe a year before they would sell them as replacement parts.
@@DeadBrokeBBQ got it. Regardless I’m purchasing this smoker. To me it’s far superior to anything in the same price range. Thanks for the hard work you put into all of your videos!
2023 update on the Laredo 1000: Pit Boss has released a new app that replaced the problematic "Smoke IT" app. It's insanely better and even updates the software on the grill.
That is awesome to hear and thanks for sharing the info!!!!! I appreciate it!!
Have you tried a Camp Chef pellet grill? If so what were your thoughts?
Hi Terry I hope to get a Camp Chef in next year!!! I have a friend that loves his! Thanks for watching!!
Can you review the Cabela's Pro Series 36'' pellet grill?
Maybe some day but right now I have so many coming in that I am booked until late summer! Thanks for watching brother!!
Hi Ricer if you had the option between a pit boss pro 1150 or camp chef sgx 36 (not the woodwind) what would you choose. The pit boss is listed for 699 $ at lowes. And the champ chef is 714$ with a military discount. Could you help steer me in the right direction? Thank you
I really can’t answer this one because I never owned a camp chef yet. But I think you are good with either! Flip a coin brother!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ There are so many options out there. After getting past the analysis paralysis I ordered a grilla silverbac.
Would you go with the Laredo 1000 or the Pro Series 850? Right now the ProSeries is a little cheaper and from what I can tell you get more smoke from the Pro Series
850----smokes more than the Laredo.
When will you be testing the Weber Smokefire?
I might but after watching my buddy Tommy from Gallery Backyard BBQ do his review I probably will pass on the Gen 2. Thanks for watching and if you haven't already head over to his channel!!
Should have compared the PB1150 instead with it. The 1600 isn't fair..
Got to use the props I got but the 1150 is also better. Send me one and I will redo the video. hahaha Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ lol. Disagree. I have both the Laredo 1000 and PB1150 ( 1/2 off on the Laredo 🤷♂️) and honestly prefer the Laredo. Especially when that auger jam does occur.
I do think my PB1150 gets to temp better but if you follow they start up and let it get to smoke temp, then close down the stack and rip it to 350, then back off to whatever temp you desire it produces a decent smoke. The Laredo is sensitive to the start up procedure they state in the manual.
Also, the air gap mid works on the pro series but it makes the Laredo run like 💩. Probably due to taller cook chamber and vertical stack instead of side mount.
One things for sure, a double spit rotteserie fits in the Laredo beautifully. Entire reason I got it. To do picana and birds.
I am glad you like the Laredo. I never say I don't like it but it certainly does not produce the smoke profile I am used to and it is super easy to just add a smoke tube! Great starter pit for sure but I think the Pro Series is just better. Thanks for watching brother!!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ absolutely. Next one will be a Yoder. Just gotta convince the wife..🤣🤣
Before you buy that Laredo make sure you check out the Lone Star Grillz pellet! I have buddies with the YS640's all selling theirs to get a LSG. That is the first pellet SMOKER I have ever owned.
How does the Competition series compare to the Pro Series?
Pretty much the same! I have not ran one yet but hope to soon! Thanks for watching!
My Pit Boss 820 is an absolutely a horrible smoker. Just called pit boss again for same problem. Now they say they can not find any record of them sending me parts. They need to go through the whole process with me again. 150 degree temp swings. 2 new control panels and thermometer and it is still junk. Will not replace grill even though I have been calling with problems since new. I have ruined so much meat on this crap. I now have to throw away the money I spent on this and buy a new smoker. It will not be a Pit Boss, I promise you that. They just keep mailing me parts and I have to tear the grill apart to replace them, over and over and over. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER CARE.
Man that is so weird!!! So many people have had good luck with theor 820 in the past!!!
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Thanks for watching Doublej!!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving brother!
On the wifi u can go in 5 degree increments
hmmmm interesting! Thanks for sharing!