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Traeger Won't Turn On? Fix by Controller
A Traeger that won't turn on has four different official fixes, and the right one depends on your controller generation. Here's how to tell yours apart.
Best Pellet Grills Under $1000 in 2026
Best pellet grills under $1000 all have big hoppers now. What splits them is searing power, warranty, and app control. See 4 picks and how to choose.
Pit Boss Error Codes: What They Mean
Pit Boss's own FAQ separates real error codes from harmless startup codes. Here's what's actually confirmed for ErL, ErH, and the codes we couldn't verify.
Pellet Grills: The Complete Guide
Every pellet grill promises 8-in-1 versatility. Here's the buying axis the spec sheets skip, and where our reviews fit into it.
Best Portable Pellet Grill: 3 Picks
Best portable pellet grill picks split two ways: can you fold and carry it, and can it run without a wall outlet. See which of 3 models fits your trip.
Traeger Auger Jammed? Fixes by Controller
A jammed Traeger auger has four different fixes, and the right one depends on your controller generation. Here's how to tell yours apart and clear it.
Z Grills vs Traeger: WiFi Tier Costs More
Z Grills vs Traeger at a matched size: the WiFi ZPG-7052BPro trades cooking area and warranty for more hopper capacity, not a discount.
Pit Boss vs Traeger: Sear or Warranty
Pit Boss vs Traeger: the 700FB2 and Pro 780 sit close in cooking space. The trade-off is direct-flame searing and hopper size vs app control and warranty.
recteq vs Traeger: More Space, Less Money
recteq vs Traeger at a similar price: the RT-700 beats the Ironwood XL on space and heat, but its warranty is shorter, with a catch worth knowing.
Best Pellets for Smoking: Blend Matters
Best pellets for smoking aren't defined by the flavor name on the bag. Here's what four brands' own labels say about base wood and filler, plus our picks.
Traeger vs Weber Pellet: 600°F or 10-Year
Traeger vs Weber pellet grill picks often name discontinued models. Here's the current pairing and the trade-off between a 10-year warranty and 600°F sear.
Best Pellet Grills Under $500 in 2026
Best pellet grills under $500 differ most by hopper size and cooking area, not price. See how to match one to your style, plus 4 models at that price now.