👍TRAEGER REVIEW👎--After 2 Years of Ownership 

I just bought myself a Traeger for mother days. I was really nervous but My first chicken turned out great. My husband said he would keep me around for another 50 years if I keep cooking like this. Ribs are next!

I've had one for 6 months and absolutely love it, made the switch and will never look back!

Just got mind in December of 18! I got to say my smoking and BBQ has gone to the next level overnight! You hit the nail on the head. Thanks

Had mine about 6 yrs. now and love it. They have a great customer service, had a problem, called their tech support and got problem solved. They even sent me a part free of charge. No questions asked

When you discussed the price I think you were very smart pointing out that it can be both a pro and a con. That was very insightful.

I got a Traeger 124 about 20 or more years ago and it still works great. With a few upgrades. Wish RU-vid would let people post a few photos with there comments ? Okay I'll make a video .

Just got mine (Traeger Tailgater 20 Traveler Series Bronze Wood Pellet Grill) as a wedding gift, super excited to use it, thanks for an honest review

Thank you for the great video. It was really helpful as I was searching for a nice pellet grill.

When I got my Traeger,I got tons of extra stuff,rubs,sauces,cover,and a real good deal,but mines a old ☝️,and as far as pellets they have Traeger pellets at all ace hardware stores,nationwide.

Just put my Traeger together today. Very informative video, thank you.

I like that you were honest with your comments,both pro and con,just like anything in life,nothing perfect .i wish I would have bought a pellet grill a long time ago instead of wasting a lot of money on store bought thriw always that only last a few years,I love my Traeger no matter what anybody says.

We purchased one for Christmas, combination grill/smoker. Foods are amazing! My husband really loves it! Can’t wait to try pizza 😍

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I am currently looking in to getting one. Currently have a nat-gas unit but, coming from charcoal, there is a HUGE loss of flavor. Looking forward to a Traeger. Subd ya bro. Peace+

Great Video. I have had my " Lil Tex " for several years. Your pros and cons are pretty much spot on. I added the flip up shelf and a bottom self. I have prepared many different meals on mine, including pizza and pies. I have received many good comments on my grilling. The ribs are always a big hit. I have used all of the pellet flavours I can find. I will not go back to any other type of grill. I do agree wind is a factor. Mine sits on a open porch with a roof overhead. I still grill in the winter, it just takes a bit longer. I have thought about the wrap you can purchase for the grill and cover it up a bit. I really have not had a problem with the Traeger Grill.

Thanks for the review, great job.

I've had the same traeger for 8 years, only had to change the temp probe once. I've smoked thousands of pounds of meat on it so far. Love it!

You should be a spokesman for the company You answered all my questions and more Thanks looking forward to my Traeger grill

I love my Traeger. I have a great rub recipe that I use and I’ve watched a lot of shows about smoking. I use both propane and my Traeger. It all depends on what I’m cooking. Biggest thing I’ve found out is try different Traeger wood pellets. This way you dial in the flavor you want. The biggest pro about owning a Traeger is the fact you never need to buy other people’s smoked meats. Just smoke your own. It’s the best grill/smoker I’ve ever had. It makes my neighbors a bit jealous because the area around the house smells so damn good.

Excellent video. I have a "Lil Tex 34" arriving in about a week so this video is a great tool to become familiar with the parts and installation of the smoker parts. Now that I have watched the video one time, I'll be watching it again throughout the week in order to reinforce what I have just finished watching.

Good review,thanks

I really like my Traeger. It’s my favorite grill/smoker now. My biggest con is the operating cost. Pellets are significantly more expensive than gas.

I bought 11 years ago and it runs like champ,the only thing I have had too change over the years is the igniter rods in the fire pit other then that it’s set it and forget it.

Thanks for the video. I just ordered a Traeger Renegade Pro. My wife wanted to have it before Christmas. I am super stoked about using it. I think a pork shoulder will be the Christmas meal. Thanks for your video and the Pizza video (can't wait to try that!). I'm looking forward to more vid's from you. PS, I retired at 50.

I've had the smallest one they make for a couple of years now. It's great for cooking, in the small model it's cheaply made with skinny legs and thin metal. It still cooks like a boss. I've had a little trouble with the electronics shutting down in the wind, but other than that the little bugger is great. I'm going to upgrade to a better model eventually, and I would recommend getting a higher end model in the first place.

Excellent points. I've had a Pro34 for just over a year now (despite I commonly see it referred to as a 2016 model), and I LOVE it. Same bronze lid and everything. I've had a cover on it from day 1. Where you and I differ GREATLY is that the powder coating on my bronze lid was absolutely HORRIBLE; it started graying after the third use. I sent pictures to their customer service and they sent me a new one. I haven't installed it because there's a power coat shop just 2 miles from me and I've considered maybe getting the old lid coated in the color of my choice and possibly selling the old. The replacement I was sent is still sealed in the box. I do have to admit though that I did upgrade my controller to a Savannah Stoker recently, and I absolutely love it. Not because of my one and only LEr on 'smoke' but because I saw that v 4.5 had a 'cold smoke' feature. Boom, sold, on the Christmas list for others to buy. Traeger definitely needs to up their controller game to Savannah's level, because there's SO much more users are missing out on without it, which I didn't realize until I installed the Savannah. I'm not recommending people immediately buy it as an upgrade after they get a Traeger, but holy cow that thing is amazing.

Just got me one today Pro 34 not used it yet watching some videos before use thanks for a good video

Awesome breakdown. I appreciate your video and take on the Traeger!

Main difference to the new ones are the grates now separate into thirds making cleaning even easier! Also got a cast iron grate third if you want to sear that will get up to 500+ for a quick sear (pro tip use it upside down for a better sear)

Thanks. Great video. I was a toss up between a new Weber or a new Traeger. I wasn't sure how the Traeger actually worked, now I know. In the summer we BBQ food every night in the summer.

Thank you for the review , I also own a Traeger and was just wondering why you never spoke about the hopper ,how much it holds , how easy it is to empty if you want to change out the pellets to a different flavour.I know myself it was important when I was buying to check that part out, but maybe that’s just me...lol , Great video though

Great video and thanks for the two year update! Had my six year old Century 22 and liked it so much bought the new Siverton from a Traeger show over the weekend at Costco, initially was DOA so called Traeger customer service and a replacement logic board and hot rod was shipped UPS along with a new top cover which was crunched during shipping. Traeger customer service is tops IMO. Side note: I kept my old Traeger Century in the garage, pulling it out on the driveway for BBQ/smoking so it still presented like new and was 100% functional, so put it on CL - sold it within two hours. Love my Traeger.

Thanks for the honest and very informative review, been thinking about buying a smoker, and it looks like Traeger's the way to go! 👌

I appreciate the helpful information. Thanks for the video.

AWESOME video. Love the honest assessment!!!!

Thanks for the video. I bought my 780 Traeger Pro today. Waiting for delivery. I have a Weber propane which has done great for me, however I wanted a smoker for a long time for when I catch my Rainbow and Brown trout. Looking forward to more videos I have subscribed.

Also. You can buy pit boss pellets at Walmart for 8.00 a bag. They work just as well.

Thanks for your advice

Great review. Thanks for posting.

GREAT REVIEW, THANKS! :)

Great video. My wife and I went to Ace Hardware the other day to look at some Traeger's. We haven't bought one yet but pretty sure I will before Mother's Day.

Thanks bro, great vid👍

really kool going to check this grill out thanks for sharing

Hell yess, they work fine atleast my does.

Ceramic for the win💪💪

Love my pro 22

this videos made me suscribe, this channel is an inspiration

Thanks. I'll be buying one now. 👍

Thank you so much. You shared a lot of great information.

Just bought my first one. Thanks for posting this video.

I've had mine for 5 years. I haven't had any issues with it. I've been looking for a better one, but they are all about the same. As far as the wind affecting the temperature, I bought a oversized welding blanket heavy one, and set it over the smoker in the cold and windy Michigan days. It keeps the temperature within 5-10 degrees.

The video I wanted to see. Thanks, I was just gonna go fill 3 propane tanks (still will for the RV) but I think I’m goin’ down this trail next week. Never considered pellet sourcing but that’s some great info. Happy grilling! It also says a lot that you bought them as gifts too. Same thing I do when I find a good product.

I was raised on charcoal, then my dad got propane. 35 years later I went back to charcoal for 1 year before buying my Traeger. The move to charcoal was good, but the move to my Traeger has caused my taste buds to become spoiled. 2 years in and it is stil running top shape. here in Quebec our winters our cold and windy, but I put my Traeger in the shed (slightly opened a window to air out the smoke) and cooked all year long. I have several hardware stores around me that sell both Traeger pellets and other pellet brands too. The only con to my Traeger --- I'm gaining weight

Great review. Thanks

As far as pellets go, I know they also sell them at Walmart. They’re made by pit boss, but i like them. And I bought a 20lb bag for like 10 bucks. They also sell bigger bags too.

Thank you. I love my treager .

I got last year but was small one it worked great for me so I upgraded to pro Tex looking forward this year , Costco $800 has good deals and home depot had special deals for $599 limited in February

Trager smokes propane all day long. I use the large trager smoker at my restaurant smoking brisket, pork shoulder, chicken,ribs etc.

Appreciate your review! Am awaiting delivery of a 520 ordered from Costco on sale. Will be transitioning from propane so your tips are definitely helpful.

After going back and forth for almost two years, we finally bought a Pro 34. Can't wait to try it out!

Just got mine little Traeger from Costco today ! Can’t wait to get smoking ! Thanks for the review !

Yoder has the indirect and direct cook for searing or even cooking across the barrel but it’s not cheap,YS 640 . It really nice. I never had any issues with my Traeger with temp fluxuations all over the place but I have a American made model before 2007.

Don't let Benjamin Martin (The Patriot) see that rocking chair

I like your Rocking Chair!

I've had mine for about 5 years. It's sat outside in the prairies the entire time (covered of course) but it still looks brand new. I just had to change the temp control panel but it works great again now.

I have a traeger pro 22. I love it. But i still find i prefer certain foods on the gas grill. I think having both if you can afford or have the room is best.

I just became a pellet grill owner and I'm a big fan too. But one big con for me is all the sophisticated components that can and will break over time. Mainly this is the hot rod, the combustion fan motor, and the auger fan/motor. Yes, they are not difficult or expensive to replace if you are handy. But you will never have that issue with a charcoal grill or propane grill. However, the great taste and ease of use offsets this con.

Hi. Just popped in to the comments to let you know I thought you did a good job talking about the pro's and con's. Thanks for your efforts. Liked and Subscribed. Still not sure between Traeger and GMG Daniel Boone but this was useful.

Ain’t nothin wrong with the Traeger,I love it.but I have a stick burner too,I love them both.

Really been kicking it around getting one, the Camp Chefs I've heard are decent for the price but gets hot spots that the Traeger doesnt. A good amount to drop on a grill but I've heard so many many good things.

I am considering a Traeger and so I appreciated this video SO MUCH. I would have never thought about the wind but since I live in Colorado and it's ALWAYS windy here, I'm not sure what to do now. I guess more research.

Glade I seen your video this is far the best explain on the grill, now I love to get one but I’ll wait tell the price to come down they are a little pricey for me.

Had mine for over 4 & 1/2 years. Your right set it & forget it. Did have a problem with pellets I guess breaking down & clogging auger. I suggest pulling auger which isn't hard just a little time & clean out auger & the tube. Mine bound up. Or take an air hose & blow through auger to get rid of wood dust. If they would only put this system on a big green egg I would buy that. Yes buy this product you won't be disappointed.

I love too smell the smoke once it ignites,smells so damn good.

You can order them online from Traeger, See no problem. Also, tractor supply...which happens to be across the street from me :)

I love my Traeger I have had it for 2 1/2 years and it has been the best.

I can't believe I'm just hearing about this grill. You see my name lol. I'm sold on getting this. Not having to worry about coal and cleaning up has sold me. I'm looking at this one and the 650 model. Thanks for the review

Great video. You forgot to mention time. It takes additional time for the Traeger. Which is no big deal, just plan ahead. I’ve had my Traeger for 6 months and love it! Have ribs and brisket on my long smoke list. Smoking is one of the best features....steaks, burgers, pork, chicken....flavor is amazing! Thanks!

I’ve had a pro 22 for awhile now it definitely doesn’t hold the temperature to within 5 degrees. Also I clean my grill after every 3 cooks 10-20 you’re food probably taste like wood dust.

Well done. Thank you.

Last night was my first time using my pro 575. Did initial burn the day before and watched RU-vid videos on people’s advice in cooking. I cook for my family of 7 almost every night and I know what I’m doing in the kitchen as an amateur. Cooked chicken breasts and ribeye steaks together. Did a reverse sear for the first time as per video guidelines. Make my own rubs and a compound butter. Never have I tasted chicken that delicious in my life! I’m not a white meat chicken fan but it had an amazing flavor that 8 of us could not stop commenting on after every bite. Steak was amazing as well. If your thinking of spending the money, one mans advice is by all means make the investment. Completely blown away with this pellet grill. Salmon tonight on it. Can’t wait!

I just retired, too-jaja, anyway. I just bought my first Traeger 575 and hope it's as wonderful as its reputation. Wish me luck, and I hope I don't become the first cook to burn something on my new Traeger. Thanks.

We just ordered a timberline 1300 we are stoked to get it

You can cover your drip tray with heavy duty tinfoil and about every 3rd cook replace it....... If you're out of tin foil or don't have time to cover the drip tray its no problem scraping it off with a bent handled paint scraper.

The oringnal Traeger were American made thick heavy steel body and barrel.they stop making them in 2007.the oringal pellet box was round just like the main cooking chamber,it was a tank and heavy,they are very hard too find..but built too last for years and years.

Shit, my Napoleon was $2,200, so the price is a major pro! I can get behind a constant pellet burn.

Order the Traeger shelf. It’s super awesome. Buy one today!

I enjoy using my Traeger, but keeping the thing working has been a nightmare. First hot rod burned out in about 4 months, and got it replaced under warranty. A little over two years, the next hot rod burned out, and I was manually starting it for a few months until I got a replacement. That one pops the fuse every time it tries to start up. Everything is traeger brand, and I've only been using Traeger pellets, and keeping it covered (in a very dry climate). It's convenient, and I get spectacular results, but man three years on I'm kinda regretting not getting the green egg every time I have to go partially disassemble it to get it lit.

Bought Texas Grill in 12-2012. It came in Jan 2013. I was out of propane and stayed out until 4 years ago when our son in law gave me his bottle. Still haven't used it ... except to store T stuff.

I just received my traeger yesterday and unpacked it and the leg whole was caved in and dents all over the back of the unit!

I just got mine today. It may be awesome going from gas to pellets, but I’m going from sticks to pellets. From what I’ve experienced so far, it’s gonna take some getting used to.

The one and only drawback that I could see with this is searing. I would/will definitely keep my weber and may possibly switch to one of these for my smoking projects! I do own a smoker. It is a master built cabinet style. I’ve certainly learned to appreciate electric smoking... I “wood” like a nicer smoker.

I'm excited to be able to experience the Traeger 780 pro just got my first BBQ won it though the diesel brothers today

Shopping for a smoker. Great vid. Love the rocker. Where did you get it?

For everyone considering a traeger, it a very good investment to buy the insulated blanket with it. Its a lil costly but in the long run your pellets last twice as long.

Just got pro 575 yesterday, looking forward to ribs tonite!!🍻🥩

By the way I purchased my new grill for $75 dollars from a friend that didn’t want to spend time assembling.........yes I have finished assembling and ready to learn how the operation. Thanks for this video

I've had mine about 5 years (large Texas size). It makes great food, but I think the materials are crap. I've replaced the hot rod 4-5 times, and the last one I got was defective. I also had to replace the firepot as it was rusted through and the screws were shot. Both the heat shield and drip tray are rusty and severely warped. The lid sagged, so I had to BUY the door stop that Traeger now puts on all grills because the lids sag. It also doesn't work well with anything but Traeger pellets. Like I said, it makes great food, but I wish I would have gotten a Green Mountain.

I cooked steaks on our bonfire this afternoon. I had oak scraps from by buddies wood shop. On a bonfire you have radiant, convection and conduction heat. I have a Z grill (treager copy) I doubt if you can ever burn anything . $325 and free shipping. Better design than Treager my opinion as a 84 year old with 50 years experience in engineering. I like the easy start and the cleanliness as well as the cool condition. I will not get rid of my Weber. and I still have my gas grill with a modification that gives me 600 degrees. Iguana

Great video for sure

I bought mine in 2007 it’s 12 years old and it’s still kicks ass,only changed my hot rod twice ,well worth the money.like I told you many times,get a sear daddy,and you can sear a steak on your Traeger,any Traeger except the new models.