Vertical Smoker vs Horizontal Pellet Smoker Grill - Which To Buy

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Komentáře • 311

  • @speaktruth247
    @speaktruth247 Před 3 lety +6

    Simple and informative comparison in less than 5 minutes. Love it.

  • @TheOffshorefishr721
    @TheOffshorefishr721 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was very helpful.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      I'm glad you found it helpful, Erick. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @morpheusmuses
    @morpheusmuses Před rokem +4

    Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for, and it was directly to the point, which basically never happens

  • @TheRealBean72
    @TheRealBean72 Před 5 lety +8

    This video answered a lot of my questions I really enjoyed the video. Nice shorts!!!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Glad to hear it! And shorts in Arizona is the only way to go!

    • @joeknudsen7080
      @joeknudsen7080 Před 4 lety

      Thank you, this grill help me understand better what I need....thank you for taking time to do

  • @Metalsman75
    @Metalsman75 Před 3 lety +1

    Really helpful. Thank you for taking the time to discuss these two options.

  • @doncapo732
    @doncapo732 Před 2 lety +1

    Was looking to buy one of these for my dad. Thank you for such an informative video!

  • @standing-with-Israel-2
    @standing-with-Israel-2 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Very informative video. Just bought a Pit Boss PBV4ps2 vertical from Lowe’s. After watching multiple instructional videos from the American Smoke CZcams channel I decided to buy one. It has the control panel on the side so it won’t get covered with grease. Who really needs a 60# capacity pellet hopper? I do! 5 year limited warranty. I also bought it because it has two temp probe ports, WiFi, and the vertical space will be valuable for hanging salami and bacon. Also 4 racks for lots of jerky. Bought 2 amazn smoke tubes on clearance at Walmart for $13 each! Sorry to promote the American Smoke channel on yours but he extensively covers the pros, cons, and hacks on the Pit Boss vertical. Can’t speak from personal experience but intend to get some. Thanks for the side by side comparison. It will help many make an informed decision.

  • @marleneortiz2726
    @marleneortiz2726 Před 5 lety +2

    Omg, this is the video that we were looking for. Now, we can a better decision. Thanks you so much!!!

  • @Trapshooter37
    @Trapshooter37 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks for the review it helped me decide. You answered all the questions bouncing around in my head

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Glad to hear it, Trapshooter37! Thanks for letting me know. It adds more meaning to my life.

  • @kelvinlowe7316
    @kelvinlowe7316 Před 5 lety +9

    Pat, I couldn't deciede, so like you i bought both models Austin XL and CH 3. Great Video!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Great choices, Kelvin. They are different units with different strengths for sure. Thanks for commenting!

    • @DrLove911
      @DrLove911 Před 4 lety +1

      Expensive decision. Lol

    • @ZeroFcksGven
      @ZeroFcksGven Před 3 lety

      @@DrLove911 depends on your bank account

  • @thejudge107
    @thejudge107 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for the video! Cause of you explaining both on what they do, you helped me make up my mind. Thank you again!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety +1

      Great to hear, thejudge107! I'm glad to help and I hope your choice proves to be the right one for you!

  • @MattManThurmostat
    @MattManThurmostat Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks, Patrick! This info is exactly what I needed to know.

  • @lolahunter8851
    @lolahunter8851 Před měsícem +1

    The basics answered concisely, thanks great videa!

  • @greatjobsam
    @greatjobsam Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks, Pat. This definitely cleared some things up for me.

  • @TedGulyas
    @TedGulyas Před 2 lety +1

    Patrick, this was just the video I was looking for! I've used green eggs and other offsets for a while...but finally want to invest in a pellet smoker! ....But had THE hardest time figuring out weather to go horizontal or vertical....I was extremely close to getting one of the horizontal smokers...but thanks to you and this video, I'm going vertical! I've already got a decent grill, but yes...THANK YOU for your descriptions of the "good smoker" and "GREAT smoker" ....keep it up! Keep the BBQ videos coming.

  • @eliasstriber
    @eliasstriber Před 2 lety +1

    Great video , awesome way to explain the difference between both choices of smokers

  • @guins99
    @guins99 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Good review, I appreciate the insight. I already have a 4 burner Blackstone griddle so I’m gonna get a vertical smoker

  • @eaopanama
    @eaopanama Před 3 lety +4

    I own a Blackstone griddle which i can cook anything on and love. I need a smoker now, and from your video it helped me decide and makes sense to get me the vertical Pit Boss. Makes total sense, thank you!!

  • @chinocrew23
    @chinocrew23 Před 5 lety +1

    Thank you Pat! I've been undecided and now I know which to purchase.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Glad to hear it, chinoguy23! I hope your smoker or grill is all you hope it'll be!

  • @joshfriend7103
    @joshfriend7103 Před 5 lety +25

    Another very informative video!
    You are so right with your explanations here. I went to my local Lowe’s with intentions of buying a Pit Boss 1100 pro series, but after careful consideration I bought the new Pit Boss pro series 4 series vertical smoker. I already have a gas grill and 2 Weber kettles so it only made sense to add a vertical smoker to the collection.
    Enjoying the channel, keep it up!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Awesome, Josh! Congrats on your 4 series. Be sure to share your smoking adventures!

    • @docohm50
      @docohm50 Před 5 lety +1

      He sold me on a vertical smoker also. Have you checked out the Blackstone Griddle? The wife surprised me on Christmas. I love it as it fills the gap between my Weber kettle and my vertical smoker I am about to buy.

    • @ggtaruc2578
      @ggtaruc2578 Před rokem

      Please tell us about the longevity of the Pit Boss smoker and are you happy with their customer service.

  • @deebrooks3810
    @deebrooks3810 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great video. I've been a weber kettle/wsm guy for years. I'm convinced that I want a pit boss vertical smoker now. Thanks!

  • @davidknight114
    @davidknight114 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent tutorial! That helps in my decision for a smoker!!!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Glad to hear it, David! Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @droach5241
    @droach5241 Před rokem +1

    I just got a Z Grills Pellet Smoker. It maintains temperature like a champ and is perfect for long smoking sessions like Briskets and Pulled Pork. I love it for that but my Fiancé and I aren’t completely satisfied with the smoke flavor since we are use to our old roommate smoker. Now I want a Vertical Smoker

  • @docohm50
    @docohm50 Před 5 lety +4

    Thanks for making your video. I was on the cusp of purchasing a series 5 Pit Boss smoker, then you made me stop and think. The Austin XL looks good but it can't out grill my 22" Weber charcoal kettle and it can't smoke as good as a Pit Boss smoker. I didn't know about the series 3 smoker. When you said it was perfect for you and your wife you sold me. I am going with the smaller Pit Boss series 3. Thank you Patrick for making up my mind..lol
    So for my final outdoor appliances it will be a 22 inch Weber kettle, my 36 inch Blackstone Griddle(those are fun to cook on) and your recommendation of a Pit Boss series 3 vertical smoker.
    Ty again.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Very cool, DOC Ohm! Thanks for watching and commenting. It means a lot to me! I think the Copperhead Series 3 is plenty big enough for most unless you're feeding a small army. It sounds like you have a great outdoor area!

  • @deeblack9393
    @deeblack9393 Před 3 lety +2

    For me it is a no brainer, Pellet smoker grill wins because you can do more with it. I recently got the Z-Grills 450a 2020 revised version and while I haven't even opened the box yet I know I made the right choice for me.

  • @jonweiss3529
    @jonweiss3529 Před 5 lety +1

    Great video. I was in the fence on which type of smoker to get. I have a weber gas grill that i love to use, this made the decision easy. Going to buy a 5 Series pellet smoker tomorrow. Thank you for the review/ information.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety +1

      You are very welcome, Jon. Glad to help. Thanks for watching and commenting on the video. I just created a video on how to easily clean the glass door: czcams.com/video/8SAkN3KDisQ/video.html

  • @skwilson
    @skwilson Před 4 lety +1

    Great video Pat! Based on your information I am headed for a vertical smoker!!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, Scott! I really appreciate that. Did you have a particular model mind? Just Curious. Pit Boss has been cranking out new designs recently for what it's worth: pitbossgrills.77jaha.net/MqynJ

  • @TonyVargas
    @TonyVargas Před 5 lety +4

    I have the vertical 5 series and I agree with everything in the video. My biggest frustration is the location of the control panel directly underneath the food chamber. It is so easy for grease to get on it even when just spraying down a brisket, and ash accumulates as it has to be brushed forward to be cleaned out. I like to slide out the tray to check my meat and all those drippings have messed up my LCD panel. The glass door looks nice, but after 5 hours of cooking, the glass is worthless and too hard to clean. Just a few things to consider....

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety +2

      Great points, Mr. V. I wonder if future verticals will have control panels higher up, maybe on the side. Thanks for commenting!

  • @aliciajustice2583
    @aliciajustice2583 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you! Very helpful & the exact information I was looking for.

  • @Rob091876
    @Rob091876 Před 3 lety +1

    Great review! Very simply outlined! I'm still on the fence if I try to talk the missus into replacing our very new BBQ... or just get the smoker. My Bradley died and time to upgrade.

  • @dieselboats7886
    @dieselboats7886 Před 2 lety

    Thanks! That really gives some simple perspective.

  • @scuba9292
    @scuba9292 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for clearing that up. Very helpful

  • @perez82i
    @perez82i Před 5 lety +1

    Sweet take! I have a great grill already! I’m going with the vertical pit boss.

  • @patrickmacleod2415
    @patrickmacleod2415 Před rokem +5

    Perfect. Just what I needed. I use an old school offset smoker and looking for an easier electric alternative to go with it. I was thinking the vertical to save space, and it looks like that is what I’ll get. I only want it for smoking. Thanks for this.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před rokem

      Glad to help!

    • @deminybs
      @deminybs Před rokem

      same, I just need to make sure I get a vertical one wide enough for a large brisket, got a 16.5 wagyu one dry aging currently

  • @ptsabino8
    @ptsabino8 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video! This really helped my decision. Many thanks!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Glad to hear it, Paulo. I hope you really like whatever unit you decide to get!

  • @kevinsterner9490
    @kevinsterner9490 Před 3 lety

    Great video. Just helped me decide. Thanks

  • @dougrussell1926
    @dougrussell1926 Před měsícem +1

    I have a vertical smoker, and weber kettle. Pretty much covers everything.

  • @jq614
    @jq614 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the video was exactly what I needed!

  • @jeffarcher3322
    @jeffarcher3322 Před 5 lety +2

    Thanks, Pat. Good information. Any chance you could do a video on using the vertical smoker? In particular, discuss the water pan, why it needs one and the Austin does not have one. Thanks.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Hey Jeff, thanks for watching and commenting. I have a few videos featuring the Vertical. Here are links and let me know if any of these help:
      Ribeye in a Vertical: czcams.com/video/JEIQ7T-7HkA/video.html
      Cover: czcams.com/video/VXcIhFrvteU/video.html
      Chuck Roast: czcams.com/video/QDGDRN8ik58/video.html
      Vertical vs Horizontal: czcams.com/video/1ayJQ_9wQis/video.html
      Review: czcams.com/video/xerLwWLliDk/video.html
      Another Review: czcams.com/video/Py96uYclKvI/video.html

  • @Dupeduo041
    @Dupeduo041 Před 5 lety +1

    Great video! So informative!!

  • @draymis
    @draymis Před 5 lety +1

    Very helpful video! Helped me decide to not go with a vertical smoker, exactly the info I was looking for!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Awesome draymis! Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @draymis
      @draymis Před 5 lety

      @@PatrickSipperly I just checked out the reviews of a couple pit boss models on Amazon, and a lot of them were terrible... for example: www.amazon.com/Pit-Boss-Grills-72820-Deluxe/product-reviews/B00N35XVOG/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_hist_1?ie=UTF8&filterByStar=one_star&reviewerType=all_reviews#reviews-filter-bar
      Have you had or heard of quality issues?

  • @joeyshofner639
    @joeyshofner639 Před 3 lety +1

    Just got a vertical pit smoker, can't wait to try it out!!

  • @BigGunz357
    @BigGunz357 Před 5 lety +4

    Thank you for the video, I've never owned a pellet smoker, only off-sets. Took a lot of pride in my smoking back then, using only wood logs. After seeing the vertical at a store and the price I was very interested. Just got to save a bit and she'll be mine soon. Great info btw, again, thank you!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Thank you, BigGunz357! Glad you liked the video and I hope your future smoker grill serves you well!

    • @BigGunz357
      @BigGunz357 Před 5 lety +1

      For the past few years I've felt so empty inside without a smoker 😂

    • @GreasyGoblin69
      @GreasyGoblin69 Před 4 lety

      @@BigGunz357 heyy! Do u still smoke?

  • @Mccaid
    @Mccaid Před 3 lety +2

    ive had a vertical for a couple years, i just bought a traeger yesterday. probably keep using my vertical for long smokes and my traeger for 8 hours or less

  • @sillydoggaming8330
    @sillydoggaming8330 Před 3 lety +1

    I love smoking food it has become a hobby of mine recently. Good video

  • @mick10k
    @mick10k Před 4 lety +1

    Good video. I like you direct style. Thx.

  • @michaeldaudert902
    @michaeldaudert902 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video! This is the exact information I was looking for. I have a Traeger that is great for certain things, but I find that it lacks performance when smoking (I have a 575 model). I'm about to go ahead and buy myself a standup pit boss for some good long cooks. Thanks!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 2 lety

      You're welcome, glad to help. Here's another vertical smoker video: czcams.com/video/PBManKjsGlI/video.html

  • @briannamariee3212
    @briannamariee3212 Před 3 lety +13

    I love to smoke and I love to grill ... looks like I'm just going to end up getting both of them... Perfection is important

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 3 lety

      I understand. I like and use my smoker and grill in different ways and for different reasons. Go for it, Brianna!

  • @meals24u
    @meals24u Před 3 lety +3

    *I have both as well (and then some lol) and here is my take on it::*
    I too believe that you will get a better smoke flavour out of the Vertical than your Austin XL, but I just got rid of my big Austin because it was not producing as good of a flavour as my two Traeger Barrels are producing.
    I have a small Traeger 20 series heavily modified that works like a dream, grilling for 4 ppl, then i have a Pro 34 for bigger events/gatherings and a Pit Boss Copperhead Vertical 3 series (like in this video).
    Btw, I’m not a fanboy to any particular brand at all, I’ll take what ever I can get my hands on haha.. (apparently wifey said 3 is enough, had to get rid of one)
    My experience has been that the small 20 series Traeger will smoke everything in a very VERY similar way like the Vertical does: Slow, steady, some temp swings but an absolute beautiful smoke ring, great flavour. Literally very similar.
    But my Pro 34 is more of a “Grill”, though I haven’t tried the exact same recipes on the big Pro like in the vertical and 20.
    But I have NOT been able to get the same smoky taste as with the other two units (same with the Austin)
    I’m not sure if that has to do with barrel size or what, because they have same electronics and I use same pellets, temps etc..
    The Austin was even more of a “Grill” than the Pro34, less Smokey flavour but had even better temp control and burned a lot hotter too...
    That’s been my experience with them over the past 3 years.
    I do like em all though for their different strengths.. Hence why I keep 3 on hand hahah..
    The one thing where I’d probably challenge this video is that there are plenty of ppl “grilling” with their vertical Pitboss. Couple of mods and you’re off to the races.
    However you will be at a disadvantage, due to the layout. But ppl do grill with their verticals..
    And that sort of brings me to the last point: you can not smoke a big flank or brisket on a 3 series vertical WITHOUT cutting it. It just doesn’t fit, unless you “hang it”.
    I’ve hung stuff, specially Pork Tenderloins, but I don’t like to hang beef, specially not heavy pieces like brisket as you are stretching that meat big time (maybe string it next time??).
    Anyway, in contrast, I’m able to fit a 14-15 lbs brisket into my small 20 series Traeger, and it’s been giving me an amazing brisket!!
    So yeah..
    In conclusion: If I could have only one, no doubt, it would def be a barrel smoker, but living in the country with plenty of room and having 3 different ones works too 😉😇
    Much love!! Thanks for readin’..
    Now GO SMOKE SOMETHIN’!!

  • @ltakdg
    @ltakdg Před 2 lety +1

    That was handy info, cheers

  • @blythe4336
    @blythe4336 Před 5 lety +2

    This is so
    Much help!!
    Thank you!! I want to surprise my husband with a smoker but our grill is going out! I didn’t know you could get both in one!! (I’m not a grill master like he is) 😂

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety +1

      Glad to hear it Blythe! The Austin XL is a great pellet smoker grill! If you get it online you don't have to try to wrestle it home 'cause it's heavy! Here's a link: amzn.to/2VCHG5U

    • @OKFrax-ys2op
      @OKFrax-ys2op Před 4 lety

      I’ll vote for you Master Pit Master 😂

  • @tatehester3155
    @tatehester3155 Před 5 lety +1

    My Sirius 4 from pit boss grills very well and it's the vertical I have not had a problem with grilling on mine just the only thing is if you grill in the vertical you got a grill on the very top shelf or else you will not grill I have came to find that out myself

  • @carriad11
    @carriad11 Před 4 lety +1

    Greetings from Nova Scotia, Canada! Great instruction and since I already have a grill the vertical smoker is the obvious choice!! You get straight to the point which is the only way to go!!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Awesome, Thanks!

    • @carriad11
      @carriad11 Před 4 lety +1

      Greetings again; no doubt now it will be a Pit Boss Vertical 5. I am seeing issues with the augur jamming; seems the solution is don't leave pellets in the hopper. Or putting only enough pellets in the hopper to finish the smoking project. What is your experience?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      @@carriad11 I've never had that problem, but I live in dry Arizona. My guess is that that issue happens more in humid climates and it's not really an augur issue...? That's just a guess.

    • @carriad11
      @carriad11 Před 4 lety +1

      @@PatrickSipperly Thanks for the prompt response! I would agree not an augur issue. Living in the maritimes I will empty the hopper after each use and learn to gauge the pellets needed for a particular smoke.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      @@carriad11 You're welcome! One nice feature of those vertical smokers is a small door at the bottom of the hopper for easy emptying of the pellets: amzn.to/2YOvey7

  • @Abigelow15
    @Abigelow15 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for such an informative video! Being that sausage/meat sticks, brisket, and other lengthy smoke meats, vertical seems to be the wise choice for me.
    How do you feel about the finished product (compared to grilled meats, or those cooked in an electric smoker)? I've been fixated on the idea of a pellet smoker for years, but I'm also not familiar with the taste of the finished product.

    • @localaz1887
      @localaz1887 Před 5 lety

      Glad you liked the video, Adam. (Adam Bomb - great name!)
      I prefer wood pellet cooking to electric or gas. The quality of the meat and your seasonings will play a huge role in the end product, but in general, I prefer the wood pellets. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @ramonayala1982
    @ramonayala1982 Před 4 lety

    Thank you! Great video!

  • @ishafreel5480
    @ishafreel5480 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you you just helped me make my decision

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety +1

      Glad I could help, Isha. Thanks for watching and commenting. If it helps a little more, here's a link to Pit Boss and sales they're running now: pitbossgrills.77jaha.net/MqynJ

  • @Marco-jl9nv
    @Marco-jl9nv Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video, great explanation

  • @leftydiablo
    @leftydiablo Před 3 lety

    Fantastic video. Thank you.

  • @iamthewalrus609
    @iamthewalrus609 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the help brother

  • @ileanadiaz7046
    @ileanadiaz7046 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you pat for help in my decision

  • @kickfitsboomin
    @kickfitsboomin Před 3 lety +1

    Thank for the answer!

  • @duanscott2490
    @duanscott2490 Před 4 lety +3

    Question answered quickly and concisely. Thanks! You helped my decision.

  • @billiejeanbaccus159
    @billiejeanbaccus159 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for that info.

  • @impulsepdr2175
    @impulsepdr2175 Před 4 lety +14

    I know an Arizona backyard when I see one ;)
    Thanks for the vid 🤙🏼

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Yeah, those faded brick walls! Thanks!

    • @Mrjot1700
      @Mrjot1700 Před 4 lety +1

      @@PatrickSipperly
      Can you store both grills outside during the cold weather season. Thanks

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety +1

      @@Mrjot1700 First "cold weather season" varies greatly depending on where you live. I live near Phoenix, Arizona. Cold weather is quite mild here, so I'd say yes you can and yes I do, but I also keep them covered year around when not in use. You're biggest concerns will be humidity and water. Avoid letting your grills/smokers get wet. If you live in a really humid area, then you might want to empty out your hopper and clear out your augur area before storing for long times. Keep everything covered dry when outside during the cold weather season and you should be good. That's been my experience.

    • @Mrjot1700
      @Mrjot1700 Před 4 lety

      Ok. I live in Texas. It doesn't get that cold here. Thanks alot.

    • @josetrillo2428
      @josetrillo2428 Před 3 lety

      Lol. Sure is Az back yard!! Its my Phoenix is my hometown!! Now Living in Lubbock TX!!

  • @user-nz7ui6nn5t
    @user-nz7ui6nn5t Před 2 měsíci +1

    Very good analysis

  • @gabyw3757
    @gabyw3757 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks man this helped me out a lot

  • @MrFlyinbrian6988
    @MrFlyinbrian6988 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video , sound advise.

  • @swdw973
    @swdw973 Před 3 lety

    ThanKs, Since I have a Smoke Hollow grill with charcoal and gas grill sections AND a sear grill on it. This let me know that I have no seed for a horizontal smoker. This si much appreciated.

  • @earlfox6030
    @earlfox6030 Před 3 lety +1

    I have a pitboss series 4 for smoking and charcoal for grilling

  • @jdgthree
    @jdgthree Před 2 lety

    Great video thank you !!!

  • @peterratcliffe5115
    @peterratcliffe5115 Před 4 lety +1

    Very helpful. Thinking of making my own smoker but wasn't sure which type to do.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety +1

      Excellent, Peter. I saw a guy offering his plans for making your own smoker in a weekend: www.pelletsmokergrill.com/bbq-grilling-cookbook/
      Let us know how your smoker turns out!

    • @peterratcliffe5115
      @peterratcliffe5115 Před 4 lety +1

      @@PatrickSipperly
      Having watched yours and other videos I'm going to build an offset smoker and grill combo.
      The offset fire pit can provide hot or cold smoke and grill if needed but not at the same time. The smoker chamber will be vertical and joined to the fire pit via a pipe with adjustable baffle and a chimney with another adjustable baffle.
      The whole thing will be all welded together with wheels one end and handles the other. I'm going for multi purpose.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety +1

      @@peterratcliffe5115 Sounds great! I hope you'll make a video of the process and the end product! I'll bet a lot of guys will be interested in how you made it and how it works.

  • @JuJuBee223
    @JuJuBee223 Před 5 lety +1

    We have the PitBoss vertical smoker like this and love it. I was surprised to see the grill one had that great option to grill on the open flame. I know that the higher the temperature the more pellets you will use. Do you find yourself having to buy way more pellets for the PitBoss grill?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      Hello Julia! Great question and to my surprise, no. The Austin XL is an efficient grill and doesn't burn through pellets as quickly as I feared when I bought it. It's a great grill though much heavier and bulky compared to the vertical smoker.

  • @travisk310
    @travisk310 Před 4 lety +1

    This is what ive been looking for, even better that you used Pitboss products as well. Thank you for your review! Ive had a Pitboss 820 grill for 4 years and yes i agree it does smoke adequately but I have never been satisfied with the smoking flavors compared to other smoker setups. My biggest issue with it is that the airflow through the grill dries out meat surfaces too much, its been tough to smoke fish on it because of this and it tends to turn thinner meats into jerky.
    I just purchased the Copperhead 5 vertical smoker but my biggest concern was again because its a pellet smoker that there would be too much airflow in the unit whereas a traditional smoker the smoke would generally be static rising from the wood chips and burner. I have built the unit but have been waiting for a good answer or opinion on this before using it for the first time. What is your opinion on this, do you find there is any airflow in the vertical smoker or does the smoke circulate more naturally compared to the grill?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Hello travisk310! First, thanks for the kind words. Second, I can't say that I've had the same dried-out meat issues. For what it's worth, I usually do a half-smoke - half-wrapped cooking process. I smoke the meat on the grill or vertical smoker for say, 4-6 hours, then either wrap the meat with plastic then with foil and put it back onto the grill or into a crockpot for the remaining cook time. This ensures juicier meats and has worked well for me. I also make sure there's a container of water in the smoker to keep the meat moist as well.
      As far as airflow, I explain my theories about why I think verticals are better smokers in the above video. The verticals also have just one outlet for the smoke vs the horizontal smoker grills that have the chimney and the drip hole. I see a lot of smoke escape out that way too.
      Let me know if any of this helps to answer your questions.

  • @allielerman1414
    @allielerman1414 Před 4 lety +1

    I purchase the pitboss Memphis ultimate. Four grills in one.

  • @Imjuslookinatthis
    @Imjuslookinatthis Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Patrick just gave you another "thumbs up!" You made my my water with the comments you sent to MM about your Brisket. Please give me the recipe and cooking instructions, thanks!!

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Hi Dee Dee! Thanks for the thumbs up! Fortunately, the brisket is easy to cook. I think the brisket was about 6 lbs...ish... You can see the brine process here in this video: czcams.com/video/qy_p8U8KsB4/video.html
      I grabbed a container and mixed 1 cup salt + 1 cup sugar into some water, then added some a tbs of liquid smoke. Mixed it thoroughly. I stabbed the brisket with a knife several times to create openings for the brine to penetrate easily. Then I submerged the brisket into the brine adding enough water to cover the meat. Then I topped it with ice to keep it cold enough for 9 hours outside of any refrigeration. The 9 hours isn't a magic number, it was just the time I had before I wanted to start smoking. You can brine for a couple of days if you want, but I wouldn't bother if it's less than 4 hours. Then into the vertical smoker for 10 hours (overnight in my case) @ 225. Then I took it out and put it directly into a large crock pot for 5 hours on low. I do that because after about 5 hours in the smoker it's just cooking anyway. Probably not much more smoke getting into the meat. Cooking it in a sealed crock pot keeps it moist the rest of the way. Some people wrap their meat. I prefer to use a crock pot. Then I shut off the crock pot and just let it rest as much as an hour. This was our travel time out to my folks' place. The meat was so moist and tender it started coming apart getting it out of the crock. The best brisket ever. Let me know if this helps.

  • @bowhunter4745
    @bowhunter4745 Před rokem +1

    Smoked hamburgers are good. And I love bakeing on it to I have both the 5 series vertical and a pb 820 sp. Pluse a charcoal grill to smoke on when I want to.i love smokers and grills.😊

  • @billdungan3709
    @billdungan3709 Před 4 lety +1

    Any issues with the pellet grill over heating and how high temp will the vertical smoker go? Thanks very informative. I’m still trying to decide. I have a grill so maybe all I need is the smoker unit. I cook for just a small family. I read so many negative reviews on every grill I’m gun shy. Thanks for taking the time to do this video.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety +1

      You're welcome, Bill. Thanks for watching and commenting. To your questions: 1) There are going to be temperature fluctuations with any wood pellet grill. Period. The way the pellets feed into the firebox doesn't always flow evenly. There's bound to be a little overflow. Not much, but enough to send temps from 225 to 300 for a few minutes. It's just like a small campfire. So, yes, I've had overheating now and then. Not fatal.
      2) How high depends on your smoker. I think my Copperhead goes to 400.

  • @Sky1
    @Sky1 Před 10 měsíci +1

    i have a vertical smoker and a charcoal grill. Both combined less than the Pellet Grill and I think I get competition results

  • @Chrischin209
    @Chrischin209 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great video thank you

  • @rustycasteele6121
    @rustycasteele6121 Před 3 lety +1

    Pitboss also had an option with the KC Combo platinum, it's a smoker and a separate grill with the griddle option. Having a smaller smoker chamber this is absolutely amazing as far as s smoker and having a griddle hooked to it makes it perfect for me. Check that one out

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 3 lety +1

      Yes, here it is: pitbossgrills.77jaha.net/n7Gya
      If you have one, tell us how it's working for you!

    • @rustycasteele6121
      @rustycasteele6121 Před 3 lety +1

      @@PatrickSipperly it is everything I could want, I was thinking about getting an Austin XL and a Blackstone, BUT wife saw this and now I have the best of everything. I can smoke, grill, and even griddle. I smoked shrimp in the smoker while I made fried rice on the griddle, I was smoking a pork shoulder and fixed bacon and eggs on the griddle. I also use the griddle to sear steaks, gives them at all over crispy sear. In a word it's amazing. Now it's not the biggest, but it is perfect for a family and friends.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 3 lety

      @@rustycasteele6121 Great to hear!

  • @denniswilliams3964
    @denniswilliams3964 Před rokem

    Great information thanks

  • @fAz3R626
    @fAz3R626 Před 4 lety +2

    I already have a gas and charcoal grill so the vertical one would work best for me thanks

  • @victorshepherd5100
    @victorshepherd5100 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. This definitely helped with my decision. I do have a question about cooking area. For example, how many baby backs do you think you can get on both? Thanks again.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 5 lety

      My Copperhead came with 4 racks that are about 12x15 each. The Austin XL has about 1000 sq inches. I cut ribs to fit as needed. I also finish a lot of my meat in a crock pot (vs wrapping them and putting them back out on the grill so they won't dry out). Up to you as to how you utilize that space. Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @Yiffin84
      @Yiffin84 Před 4 lety

      you can fit 12 racks on the pit boss pro series 4

  • @trademark23
    @trademark23 Před rokem +1

    Great video, I'm looking at going with a vertical smoker but just want to be sure that it will do a great job cooking larger portions of meat slowly such as brisket?

  • @MM-cs2rt
    @MM-cs2rt Před 4 lety +10

    When that intro music started I thought it was Two Princes

  • @jimminrod1567
    @jimminrod1567 Před 2 lety +1

    very well done. Is the verticle better for smoking because the temps do not go as high?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 2 lety

      Vertical temps can go up to 450 or so. I personally think it's better because of the design that I mention in the video.

  • @meatjoe
    @meatjoe Před 3 lety +1

    Great video! I have a question though. Can I use the vertical smoker as an oven as well without using pellets?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 3 lety

      Well...what other heat source were you thinking of? This is a pellet smoker. It's built specifically for wood pellets... It is not an electric smoker... Here are some electric smoker that might perform the way you want it to: amzn.to/3ayoDj9

  • @fujimura686
    @fujimura686 Před rokem +1

    Great video!

  • @devans911
    @devans911 Před 4 lety +7

    Thanks for the video, Pat. My years in the fire service taught me that heat (and smoke) naturally travel up, then over then down. So, a vertical smoker makes better use of natural convection.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Thank you, devans911! You've got much more authority in this than I do!

    • @archerzahir7545
      @archerzahir7545 Před 2 lety

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    • @sagealonso2028
      @sagealonso2028 Před 2 lety

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    • @archerzahir7545
      @archerzahir7545 Před 2 lety

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    • @sagealonso2028
      @sagealonso2028 Před 2 lety

      @Archer Zahir Happy to help =)

  • @jerrybarr921
    @jerrybarr921 Před 2 lety +1

    I went with the vertical series 5. Because I already have a bbq to grill. So I want a dedicated smoker then.

  • @rudolphwatkins1692
    @rudolphwatkins1692 Před 4 lety +3

    I smoked Beef and Turkey Burgers on mine and they turned out great

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Great to hear!

    • @deanguinn4436
      @deanguinn4436 Před 4 lety +2

      i was just about to comment the same thing when i found your comment. i don't even use my standard grill in years. i smoke everything from a full turkey to steaks to everything.

    • @meals24u
      @meals24u Před 3 lety

      @@deanguinn4436 my man!!! Same

  • @onfireforJESUS75
    @onfireforJESUS75 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video really straight forward description of what the units can do. However I think most people hopefully know that you do not grill with a smoker hahaha.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Thanks, Owen. Pellet Grills are a brand-new animal to a lot of people, plus there are smoker-grill combo units out there, so I can see how some might not be sure.

  • @terryhatcher1508
    @terryhatcher1508 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I have the Austin xl and live it

  • @eliott970
    @eliott970 Před 4 lety +1

    you just saved me from buying the wrong product. I was going to get the horizontal one as a smoker but the vertical one is the obvious choice.

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 4 lety

      Glad to hear it, eliott970! I hope you really enjoy it. BBQ Guys is offering free shipping here: bit.ly/2kFheax

  • @crgunslinger
    @crgunslinger Před 3 lety +2

    smoker/grill is fine, but where did you get those rad shorts?

  • @lives4trauma
    @lives4trauma Před 5 lety +1

    great video. ty.

  • @hgonz14
    @hgonz14 Před 3 lety

    Looking to get a vertical smoker as I need something only for smoking, will get a napoleon prestige 500 for grilling uses.

  • @cliff111898
    @cliff111898 Před 2 lety

    great video
    I think im leading toward vertical smoker BUT what your thoughts on pellet feeder or wood smokers which is easier to maintain and or better and of course thoughts on gadgets bluetooth/ wifi been looking at the Pit Boss Grills PBV3A1 Electric Smoker but loke the idea on high tech

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 2 lety

      I love my vertical smoker for it's easy of use. I upgraded to the Sportsman 7: pitbossgrills.77jaha.net/OR5jdP
      I don't have any experience with a pellet feeder.

  • @auzone819
    @auzone819 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi, thanks for the info. I got an offset smoker and love it, but i m also interested on buying a vertical electric smoker for my lazy days lol . Have you ever tried smoking a brisket on the vertical one and if so what was the results?

    • @PatrickSipperly
      @PatrickSipperly  Před 3 lety +1

      Oh yeah! Brisket, pork butt, ribs, and more. It is what I smoke on. Vertical is the THE to go for smoking.

    • @auzone819
      @auzone819 Před 3 lety +1

      Perfect, Thanks

  • @pensacolaresident5730
    @pensacolaresident5730 Před 4 lety +1

    Sub'd. Great video!