Expert Grill Commodore Review | Walmart Pellet Grill Review

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The Expert Grill Commodore is the budget friendly entry into the pellet grill space for the Walmart juggernaught. In this video, we're going to take a deep dive into what it is, who it's for and if it's the right grill for you.
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0:31 Overview
1:16 Price & Walmart Assembly
2:07 Dimensions
2:49 Exhaust Venting
2:57 Hopper Size
3:29 Construction Materials
4:36 Cooking Grates
4:50 Metal Thickness
5:08 Wheels
5:18 The Biscuit Test
6:12 Cooking Capacity
6:57 Controller
7:21 Controller Accuracy
8:40 Low and Slow Test (Pork Butt)
9:31 Hot and Fast Test (Spatchcock Chicken)
10:20 Grilling Test (Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs)
11:35 Cleaning
12:16 Warranty
12:25 Who Is This Grill For?
13:32 How to Get the Cheapest Price

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@benjeminecarpenter2894 2 года назад

I've had mine a couple of months. No rust and no temperature inconsistentcy issues. I've cooked brisket, pork chops, pork butter and currently smoking some cornish hens!

@DezMusic247 Год назад

How does it smoke? Do you get a good char on your brisket?

@benjeminecarpenter2894 Год назад

@@DezMusic247 smokes well, everyone of my neighbors know when I'm cooking. Great char no matter what I cook. Best investment I purchased last year

@arturomendez1360 Год назад

Agreed, my Atlas (bigger version) smokes like a champ. I would buy again over a pit boss or traeger

@samuelsdelice Год назад

I just picked one up two weeks ago. Had two cooks so far. Did a spatchcock chicken and a rack of ribs which both cooked perfectly. Only concern I had was that my set temperature was off sometimes by 40 plus degrees from my set temp even when the lid was closed for an extended period of time. I probed at the grate level with the provided meat probe, and I also use two additional probes with my therm pro (One in the protein, and another at the grate level to compare what the expert grill says the temp is) It was only by doing this that I truly knew what the cook temp was. I was able to tweak it here and there to keep everything constant. Without that, I'd argue that the temp swings a little too much throughout a low and slow cook. Are you trusting the internal thermometer with your cooks when you say that there's no temperature issues on your unit?

@samuelsdelice Год назад

@@DezMusic247 mine had a subtle smoke flavor. Was able to remedy that with a smoke tube. Nothing is quite like a stick burner, but this will definitely do you if you crave that smoke flavor

@itsjussjerry Год назад

Just got mine for $100 at Walmart on clearance!

@ronbridges678 Год назад

I got my grill for $137 and I am using it for the first time today. I'm new to pellet grill use and so far I am extremely happy with the way it works!!!!

@DavidEubanksII Год назад

Just picked one of these up from Walmart on clearance for $137, excited to put it to use. Great info on the temperature inconsistencies and I will definitely be using an additional cooker temp unit.

@itoldyou27 Год назад

Don’t run it hotter than you wanna. Mine does fine

@Error404v22 Год назад

I just got mine for 207, not a bad deal at all so it was kinda an impulse buy.

@Alex-lz1so 2 года назад

I purchases the larger one the Atlas. Love it works great. The only problem I have is can't find extra warming rack for the top shelf. I contacted the Expert company but they never answered my request. Al in all it is a great entry level pellet grill. I did purchase a cover for it and it has kept it like new.

@ASLackey22 Год назад

Me and a coworker bought one today on clearance at Walmart for $105 each after tax. Hopefully I’ll be using mine soon.

@bishop918 Год назад

Always have solid results with my Commodore

@glasses1121 Год назад

Mine is pretty good, and overall worth it for a first time pellet smoker like myself. I will say, I’ve had issues with the auger jamming up and me losing 150 degrees, then it suddenly catches back up after about an hour or so, and have even had it flame up once. I called the manufacturer and they were very helpful and have sent me new parts, as it has been under two years since I’ve had it.

@SaltsNC Год назад

Just a comment on the point of the pork butt not getting smoke. Since the meat doesn’t typically take on smoke more than 2-3 hours anyway I usually set mine at the lowest setting which is (S) for smoke and let it run there for a few hours to get my smoke on the meat and then raise the temp to help finish the cook. I just plan extra time in the cook.

@MrPenguinsfan66 Год назад

Just picked one of these up for 99 bucks. Think for the price, I'll be happy. Brand new in the box, was on the pallet still on the top shelf wrapped in plastic.

@justinheard5954 Год назад

Wow where'd you find it for a hundred bucks I'd like to have couple of them for that I paid almost $200 and thought I got a deal that was a demo

@MrPenguinsfan66 Год назад

@Justin Heard my local Walmart. Think they are clearing them out. Might have dropped their line of pellet smokers.

@andresrobles0811 Год назад

Just got mine today for $184! I always upgrade grills every year or two at the end of the summer.

@lukaszelenal4278 2 года назад

For 139 I decided to give it a try and I had fun cooking bacon wrapped chicken, it took the same amount of time as baking in the oven great buy for me

@k.h.6288 2 года назад

I just bought mine for $139 ($150 after tax) yesterday but an thinking about returning it… could you tell me if it’s good for regular grilling like just burgers and steaks before I do so? Or is it mostly best for smoking?

@Poteluz Год назад

For $139????

@Poteluz Год назад

Where are you getting it at that price? It's on clearance at my Walmart for $215

@k.h.6288 Год назад

@@Poteluz at my local Walmart. keep checking the prices they tend to drop it about every week until they sell out as with most clearance items. Usually they drop even more over time I did return mine tho to another Walmart that was still selling them for the $254 you mentioned but only got back my $150 of course try other Walmart’s if possible even if the price isn’t changed in the store make sure to scan the price with your phone do this in all clearance sections often time the the price is lowered on the system but not reflected on the shelves yet!

@Poteluz Год назад

@@k.h.6288 Why are you returning it?

@davy1972 Год назад

Thanks for this very thorough overview. Much appreciated.

@jimh4375 2 года назад

I got a REALLY good deal ($107 season end clearance). at that price it's worth it I think. I've only used it a few times, but I think if I were paying anything over $200 I pick another brand.

@25puppy 2 года назад

where at? that's a great price

@Poteluz Год назад

Damn, it's on clearance here for $215

@Poteluz Год назад

Where did you find it at that low a price?

@jimh4375 Год назад

@@Poteluz it was a one time clearance at wal-mart, they sold out in 2 hours.

@jimh4375 Год назад

Update: I've done a fair bit of cooking now and it does great. I'm very happy.

@tombob5553 Год назад

Just got it for $75. figure can't go wrong. On the spot buy

@pirateradio1000 2 года назад

I just picked mine up today for $60 the manager said since they had about 30 of them already built and didn't want to store them for the winter so it was on sale for $217 but he said he just wanted to sell them and gave me more than half off and told me if I knew anyone that wanted one to send them his way. It was a hell of a deal I couldn't say no for the price.

@scottferrell4462 2 года назад

What zip code did you find that deal? Thanks!

@pirateradio1000 2 года назад

@@scottferrell4462 lol it's ohio but now they're all out there were about 5 left yesterday but finally gone I guess

@fnelsoninteg 2 года назад

You should have gotten 2! Got mine for $115.

@Poteluz Год назад

Damn, they're $215 on clearance at my Walmart

@rccaraddict294 8 месяцев назад

@@Poteluzfound one today for 185

@jennifermann4776 Год назад

Do you have any information on the Expert 28 inch pellet grill, not the commadore?

@joesmaldone4141 Год назад

Just picked this up at my local Walmart for $99

@nefarious559 Год назад

Geee what a deal

@andrequiroz4657 Год назад

Just got mine today end of season clearance display unit for $98. At that price how can you go wrong. Came complete and built. Slight scratches but no dings. Excited to smoke some meat!

@TheBarbecueLab Год назад

That's like 70% off from what mine was. Good on you.

@johnmartins8598 Год назад

@The Barbecue Lab I picked one up today for $95.00 brand new in the box, do I keep it or return ?

@profitecturebydesign3646 2 года назад

Still have plans to edit the construction videos of your outdoor kitchen setup? Or have recommendations on how-to videos for the steel frame/cement board/stone veneer construction? Great channel and content - keep it up!

@darrenmontoya293 Год назад

I have this unit n I have struggled from day one with the temp inconsistencies, it's been within like 5 to 10 degrees maybe twice

@TheBarbecueLab Год назад

That’s unfortunate. Sorry to hear about that.

@MooreInteresting 7 месяцев назад

Just got one for $150 at walmart

@penelopecharlton4956 Год назад

I have had mine since it was introduced. In the first month the auger quit, I was sent a new auger and control panel for free. The temp has always been off, I have learned to adjust for it. I part I hate is cleaning the ash pot. You have to remove the grates, the greasy grease tray, the heat shed just to get to the ash pot. I use this grill year round. I have even used it in 30 degree weather on the pavilion in the snow watching it from the hot tub with no problems, just fix the cleaning issue and temp and I would call it a winner. But I hat cleaning it so much I am picking up a vertical pit boss. Sorry expert grill, maybe next time

@ericschrader2705 Год назад

I got mine for 215 today guys Walmart has it for sale rite now

@TheBarbecueLab Год назад

That's a steal! I paid $315 for mine, and then gave it away to a friend, so I think you're coming out ahead of me on this one.

@ws4835 Год назад

Got one for $99 + tax at my local Walmart. Gonna hopefully fire it up soon.

@rodneyjordan4922 Год назад

I bought my 1st one yesterday and only cost me $169 from walmart in store

@itoldyou27 Год назад

I have this one, I don’t have to set it 25 degrees hotter

@BackyardBBQ 2 года назад

Great video! Have the same unit and works well.

@TheBarbecueLab 2 года назад

Sweet! Cooked anything good lately?

@thomasburkhart2383 Год назад

What can you put on the bottom plate below the grates to prevent it from rusting?

@rogersrandoms5405 2 года назад

Mine was purchased last weekend for 139

@derekrew4947 2 года назад

Was wondering if you could review the Oklahoma Joe Barrel and Hitch combo? Seems like a decent product, but don’t see too many videos on it!

@TheBarbecueLab 2 года назад

I haven’t had an opportunity to get hands on with that one yet, so I don’t see it happening this year based on our current shooting schedule.

@Gallen921 8 месяцев назад

Bought one and it keeps saying elr and I get get no one to help me , bad business

@nicc8230 6 месяцев назад

Has anyone done any modifications on the expert grill...gas grill/pellet smoker? I want to add a rotisserie. If so thanks.

@TheBarbecueLab 6 месяцев назад

I personally haven't done any mods on this unit, but I'm interested to see if someone else has.

@bugmel48 Год назад

I have an Android phone and cannot use the app without downloading another app and pay a monthly fee of $19.99 per month

@johnmartins8598 Год назад

Just got one today for $95.00 should I keep it or return it ? Brand new in the box !

@johnmartins8598 Год назад

@TheBarbacueLab ?

@TheBarbecueLab Год назад

I think I paid $307 or $304 or something like that, so for $95, that's a steal.

@beefypatty2k Год назад

Well i just bought it on clearance for $96

@emperornate 2 года назад

I just bought this unit and paid $250 for it

@MrKittycat1332 Год назад

I am unable to find the app in the play store anyone else have this problem?

@lonniethompson8902 Год назад

I have the same problem

@genegowdy9164 Год назад

Couldn't find one either.

@mdmoore1984 2 года назад

Seen this on clearance at my Walmart for $100 but decided to pass on it because all the negative reviews

@k.h.6288 2 года назад

Man listen I just bought it yesterday and now I’m seeing the reviews 😂 might return it today

@vuzzler1 2 года назад

Nice impartial review

@TheBarbecueLab 2 года назад

Thanks Todd. All the best!

@k.h.6288 2 года назад

@@TheBarbecueLab hey quick question so I just bought this without really doing many reviews… just to be sure you said it’s not practical for regular grilling correct? Like don’t load this up with burgers and hope for them to come out well? 😅 we don’t really smoke meats but grill burgers I guess I need to return it maybe…

@TheBarbecueLab 2 года назад

@@k.h.6288 It's really a smoker first and foremost. That being said, it can grill burgers, but there's really only flames kicking up through the grates in one 4 inch spot in the middle of the grill where the pellet cup is located. So, flame grilled only happens across a small section of the entire grate. The rest of the burgers not over that part of the grate would be cooking indirectly, more like an oven unless you buy a set of grill grates like I used to test the grilled chicken thighs in this video.

@k.h.6288 2 года назад

@@TheBarbecueLab ok thank you so much for the fast and thorough reply. I’m likely gonna return it then and but something that works better for us I got it on sale for $139 we don’t smoke food I’ll see if someone else in my family might want it first before I return it though. Again, thank you so much. :)

@joemema7254 Год назад

just picked one up at walmart for $169

@TheBarbecueLab Год назад

You've got me beat. I think I paid $306 or something like that, so nice pickup!

@fasbiks4me Год назад

Just bought mine for $99. Bucks

@andrewhenry4076 Год назад

Got this today for $99 on clearance. 1st ever pellet grill. Anyone have recommendations on pellets?

@Aristaenos Год назад

I use the all natural bbq hardwood complete blend. It’s a blend of 8 different types

@shanesmith5603 Год назад

I would not buy again, inconsistent. And doesn't put out much smoke. I'll stick with Masterbuilt.

@nickkanakis4021 2 года назад

This is the worst grill it doesn't keep the right temp without the phone app. If you parts forget it Walmart will not honor the warranty and heaven forbid you have to call the manufacturer they never answer calls or call back if it does get clog you can't unclog. My is

@chrisbarber1020 2 года назад

Not worth it go for the pitboss Lexington less money more consistent and much better quality

@augustbellanca6213 2 года назад

Just bought the lexington but haven't un boxed it yet.. for $ 175. End if season sale. Expert is $ 215. Seeing the wifi and extra space not sure if I should return pit boss and exchange for expert?

@Poteluz Год назад

@@augustbellanca6213 where did you pickup the pitboss ?

@garybailey9719 4 месяца назад

Make it smoke

@nickkanakis4021 2 года назад

I would never buy another one of these again I can't get the warranty done on it Walmart keeps on telling me that they're closed when you call their warranty number you called a manufacturer which is someplace in China they never answer their call or they never send you never call you back if you're planning on buying one of these don't ever buy one mainly cuz everything from Walmart comes from China I would rather spend an extra 200 bucks the next time which I will and buy a real smoker grill that actually works I can't even get my money back on this they tell me that it's not their problem my son bought this for me on Father's day one year ago some great Father's Day present for my son but the worst thing you could ever spent his money on and he's not real happy.