Wired Tests Grills and Smokers for 2026
Wired reviewed multiple grills and smokers, testing temperature control, smart features, and cooking performance. The review compared charcoal and pellet models across price points and capacities.
WiredWired tested grills and smokers for temperature accuracy, smart controls, and cooking results. Reviewers evaluated charcoal kettles, pellet smokers, and large-capacity units over multiple sessions.
The 22-inch Weber Kettle remains a core recommendation for its durability and upgrade options. Reviewers added the Spider Venom digital temperature controller, which maintained temperatures within about 30 degrees Fahrenheit of the target. A new Performer Smart Ring is scheduled for release this year.
The app records up to 30 days of cook history. Temperature variation measured no more than 7 degrees Fahrenheit across the surface. The unit supports low-and-slow cooking down to 170 degrees Fahrenheit and searing up to 700 degrees Fahrenheit.
1150 The Brisk It Zelos-450 pellet grill costs $370 and includes Wi-Fi controls. The app performed reliably for lighting and monitoring, though temperature control stayed about 30 degrees Fahrenheit off target. The Masterbuilt 1150 charcoal cooker provides more than 1,000 square inches of grate space. Assembly required several hours and two people in testing.
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