I just bought this smoker this past Saturday. My two favorite features are the removable firepot and the taller cooking chamber. You effectively have two full size racks and a third smaller rack.
I just bought mine.. I've had it less than 2 weeks .. super stoked about it. I bought it for ALL those reasons you listed, plus the 32 lb hopper and all the fold up trays. BONUS: it's got a lot of stainless that cleans easily and won't rust. My biggest selling point though was the VST .. it really does a great job.
This is the actual smoker im thinking about getting. at first I thought it might be a bit much for my first smoker but I figure I can "grow" into it! just subscribed and liked. thanks for the video and tips
I just got one myself. My understanding is you have to adjust your P setting in “Smoke” mode at start up. Then theoretically when you put your grill into VST during the cook you should see the difference.
I love my pellet grill. But it’s not a smoker. So I have a basket and a hexagon tube which I can patch with my favorite wood chips and pallets to create smoke. With that simple modification my pellet grill now I can totally control my temper and the amount of smoke I want so get yourself a basket or an additional smoke tube to help you with a true smoke flavor.
I love this smoker. Just got it a couple weeks ago and been waiting for more of your reviews on this model but looks like your favorite is the vertical with all thise videos lol
I have the 1600 pro series really like it not sure if you mentioned that they are insulated really holds the temp even in Minnesota winter below zero temps nice video
You can put pellets in a smoke tube and burn it for 10-15 minutes then blow the flame out also. I lay mine on the front lip edge of the drip tray under the bottom grate. Gives a lot more smoke.
Oh Sgt. I have been waiting for this video since I saw it sitting in the yard on your grill cleaning video. This is the unit that I wanted instead of the Competition version that I settled with....slight price difference.
I bought mine a couple of months ago. I had to order it from lowe's because they are not in stock here. I have owned several pit boss smokers and I tell the warranty service is the main reason I'm still buying them. If you ever have a problem you😢 can call them and they will quickly send you what you need without any hassle. Now I go and spend around 1500 for this 1600pse and not very happy so far. The first day I have it I do the burn off and when I go to shutdown it stays in the shutdown mode. Two hours later I finally unplug it. I wait 30 minutes and turn it back on and set it for 250 degrees. Once it reaches 250 I go back and shutdown. It still does the same thing and won't come out of the shutdown mode. Called pit boss and they explained to me I needed a new control unit. Now I haven't even been able to cook on my new 1500 dollar smoker because I have to wait on a new controller to get here and then I've got to install it. Hey, things happen. No big deal. I tell my family it could always be worse. Now I've cooked a dozen or so butts twice that many ribs and chicken. A week ago I was cooking 2 slabs of ribs and when I went to take them off for the wrap I noticed a upside down pig on the control display. It says fan not working properly shutting down. Luckily the smoked part of the cook was complete so all I had to do was finish it off in the oven. Called pit boss and am told I needed to replace the fan and they had it in-stock. A week goes by and I called them back only to learn that the fan is on backorder and have no way of knowing when it's coming in. This is not the response I expected from pit boss. As much as I hate to I guess it's time to call corporate. While this unit was working I was really satisfied with it. I used 6 temp probes to check temperature regulation and hot spots and was impressed. My family has really enjoyed the meals I've cooked on it. I'm still not sure on how to use the smoke settings but I'll learn. I'm really hoping to solve this problem because I don't want to have to go with a Yoder or trager.
@GrillSergeant I am eager to know, is there a difference between the vst and the p setting or is it the same? Is vst Pitbosses answer to supersmoke? Can't wait to see your next video!!!
I like how they finally have increments of 5. My last stand up once you got to 200 it’s went by 25 degree increments. Also love the fire pot removal like that. Without having to drag all the grated out. Be nice to see them make a insulated smoker like the timberline. Unless they have one i just haven’t seen.
@@gosman949 Yes. I reviewed both the 1600 elite and the vertical elite, both have the new rapid fire ignitor, smoke mode (VST) and are double wall insulated. 🍻
Looks like it will do the job just fine. How are you liking it? I just picked up my first pellet smoker and man is it nice to just be able to set it and go. I'm coming from a WSM and Kettle charcoal setup for smoking. Plus with my propane, i got four grills on my patio lol. I would have went pitboss if it wasn't for a friend who gave me his employee discount on my new SmokeFire Sear+. Keep on smoking!
Other than 100 bucks, what is the difference between the 1600 elite and the 1600 elite PSE? Is there a current list of Pit Boss Pellet grills and there features that you know of? Thanx, really enjoying your videos!
So the PSE is short for Pro Series Elite. The difference between the Pro Series 1600 and Pro Series 1600 Elite is a stainless steel parts, along with the new rapid fire ignightor and VST (smoke mode)
So I’ve been thinking about getting this smoker versus the Oklahoma Joe G2 Rider DLX 1200. Still not sure. Had my pit boss vertical smoker series 5 and love it. But I’m looking to upgrade. Also, is there not a water pan on this new pit Boss?
@grillsergeant I just purchased & assembled one hoping you or anyone else could help me out, my question is the bottom of the barrel on the inside is it supposed to be welded or siliconed? I’m talking about where the side walls meet the bottom of the barrel on the corners and where you put the seat plates on top of. Thank you I called pit boss couldn’t get a straight answer. Mine has a black silicone and I’m worried about when you bring it up to 500 degrees the silicone will replace chemicals or melt off. Thanks again
I know some aftermarket companies will make a heat diffuser that covers the burn pot but if you use it you loose the ability to open sear your food. I have a video showing a biscuit test to see the “hot” and cold spots of the grill, so you really don’t need an extra heat diffuser under the sear plate.
Hello grill Sergeant. Very much appreciate your videos on the Pit Boss smokers. i am looking at getting my first one, but my local Lowe's does not have the higher end models. Is there another vendor who sells them or I can order online? Thanks.
I am having a very hard time choosing between the pit boss competition 1600 and the pro 1600. Is the pro worth the price over the competition since it does not have vst like the elite and the comp has the p setting? Apart from price which would you recommend. Pro series gen 3 or competition?
If I could only have 1 smoker, it would be the Pit Boss Pro Series Elite 1600. Rapid Fire Ignitor gets the smoker up and running in no time. Add in the pull out racks and smoke mode, this smoker is a beast. I cook on it 3-4 times a week.
@@GrillSergeant thanks for the reply. I would love the elite but it’s out of budget. The step down to pro gen 3 would be easy choice if it had the vst but given it does not I feel the cheaper competition 1600 is better choice
That really depends on what you cook on it...oh wait, I'm thinking of a different type of gas. lol No, the fuel source is just wood pellets, but, Pit Boss does offer a combo grill using both gas and pellets.
Hello sir I got a question I know I want to smoke and girl like you got there can you rotate meet rotationally in that we're rotates meat please let me know
@@GrillSergeant yes mine is stainless. I found out there is a pro series elite model and a pro series elite pse like the one you have. Your model cost $100 more. Which according to the pit boss rep I talked to your model has DC current with an updated more accurate controller.
I'm looking at buying my 1st pellet grill. I've narrowed it down to the competition 1600 and the 1600 pro series elite. How much better is the vst than the regular p setting on the competition?
@@GrillSergeantI just bought mine last month and I’m having inconsistent temp readings unlike my old 1150ps2 which held exactly where it was set. On this new Elite, do you run it in smoke mode all the time or do set the smoke mode/P setting and go back to PID? I’m having are hard time keeping consistent temp which is off by 50-100 degrees Higher than I have it set to. I had it set to 225 and P setting 6 which was around 350 on my ambient temp (pit boss temp said 225) then I set my temp to 150 with the P setting set to 6 (my pit boss said it was at 150 but my ambient probe was reading 250) Thanks for the great videos
We're pretty new to these things and looking to buy...but what's the actual real difference between the 1600 and 1600 elite and is the elite worth the extra $400?
I just bought this smoker this past Saturday. My two favorite features are the removable firepot and the taller cooking chamber. You effectively have two full size racks and a third smaller rack.
I just bought mine.. I've had it less than 2 weeks .. super stoked about it. I bought it for ALL those reasons you listed, plus the 32 lb hopper and all the fold up trays.
BONUS: it's got a lot of stainless that cleans easily and won't rust. My biggest selling point though was the VST .. it really does a great job.
I can’t seem to find how to use the VST, and can’t find videos on it.
What's the difference between the vst and the p settings....
VST?
This is the actual smoker im thinking about getting. at first I thought it might be a bit much for my first smoker but I figure I can "grow" into it! just subscribed and liked. thanks for the video and tips
I believe that’s the same grill that I was just looking at at our local Lowe’s. Looks really awesome.
The feature I love on mine is the blue tooth control.
When using my Pit Boss as a smoker, I feel it works much better if you add a heat deflector over the burn pot.
I just got one myself. My understanding is you have to adjust your P setting in “Smoke” mode at start up. Then theoretically when you put your grill into VST during the cook you should see the difference.
I love my pellet grill. But it’s not a smoker. So I have a basket and a hexagon tube which I can patch with my favorite wood chips and pallets to create smoke. With that simple modification my pellet grill now I can totally control my temper and the amount of smoke I want so get yourself a basket or an additional smoke tube to help you with a true smoke flavor.
I love this smoker. Just got it a couple weeks ago and been waiting for more of your reviews on this model but looks like your favorite is the vertical with all thise videos lol
Don’t worry. I do love the 1600 Elite. Will be back to doing bbq on that soon
The racks and lid look great👍
I have the 1600 pro series really like it not sure if you mentioned that they are insulated really holds the temp even in Minnesota winter below zero temps nice video
It's awesome to see they are Double Wall Insulated!
What's the difference between the 1600 elite and the 1600 elite PSE
I run charcoal pellets through my PitBoss Pro. I use a basket or tube with my wood chips for smoke.
You can put pellets in a smoke tube and burn it for 10-15 minutes then blow the flame out also. I lay mine on the front lip edge of the drip tray under the bottom grate. Gives a lot more smoke.
Good looking smoker!!! Love the features and your backyard!!!
Oh Sgt. I have been waiting for this video since I saw it sitting in the yard on your grill cleaning video. This is the unit that I wanted instead of the Competition version that I settled with....slight price difference.
I bought mine a couple of months ago. I had to order it from lowe's because they are not in stock here. I have owned several pit boss smokers and I tell the warranty service is the main reason I'm still buying them. If you ever have a problem you😢 can call them and they will quickly send you what you need without any hassle. Now I go and spend around 1500 for this 1600pse and not very happy so far. The first day I have it I do the burn off and when I go to shutdown it stays in the shutdown mode. Two hours later I finally unplug it. I wait 30 minutes and turn it back on and set it for 250 degrees. Once it reaches 250 I go back and shutdown. It still does the same thing and won't come out of the shutdown mode. Called pit boss and they explained to me I needed a new control unit. Now I haven't even been able to cook on my new 1500 dollar smoker because I have to wait on a new controller to get here and then I've got to install it. Hey, things happen. No big deal. I tell my family it could always be worse. Now I've cooked a dozen or so butts twice that many ribs and chicken. A week ago I was cooking 2 slabs of ribs and when I went to take them off for the wrap I noticed a upside down pig on the control display. It says fan not working properly shutting down. Luckily the smoked part of the cook was complete so all I had to do was finish it off in the oven. Called pit boss and am told I needed to replace the fan and they had it in-stock. A week goes by and I called them back only to learn that the fan is on backorder and have no way of knowing when it's coming in. This is not the response I expected from pit boss. As much as I hate to I guess it's time to call corporate.
While this unit was working I was really satisfied with it. I used 6 temp probes to check temperature regulation and hot spots and was impressed. My family has really enjoyed the meals I've cooked on it. I'm still not sure on how to use the smoke settings but I'll learn. I'm really hoping to solve this problem because I don't want to have to go with a Yoder or trager.
Did you ever get it working Douglas?
I am also thinking about moving on from my competition series. That thing did not do well in the North Dakota winter.
The double wall insulation design will help with that!
@GrillSergeant I am eager to know, is there a difference between the vst and the p setting or is it the same? Is vst Pitbosses answer to supersmoke? Can't wait to see your next video!!!
I like how they finally have increments of 5. My last stand up once you got to 200 it’s went by 25 degree increments. Also love the fire pot removal like that. Without having to drag all the grated out. Be nice to see them make a insulated smoker like the timberline. Unless they have one i just haven’t seen.
The 2 new elite smokers are double wall insulation. :)
@@GrillSergeant which ones are those? This is an elite that he reviewed.
@@gosman949 Yes. I reviewed both the 1600 elite and the vertical elite, both have the new rapid fire ignitor, smoke mode (VST) and are double wall insulated. 🍻
Looks like it will do the job just fine. How are you liking it? I just picked up my first pellet smoker and man is it nice to just be able to set it and go. I'm coming from a WSM and Kettle charcoal setup for smoking. Plus with my propane, i got four grills on my patio lol. I would have went pitboss if it wasn't for a friend who gave me his employee discount on my new SmokeFire Sear+. Keep on smoking!
Nice! I’m love the Pit Boss. I use it a few times a week.
Great review. Amazing looking smoker.
the lid is cool and the slide out racks are cool and more options on controller is always a good thing but for half the price ill stick with my 1150.
Other than 100 bucks, what is the difference between the 1600 elite and the 1600 elite PSE?
Is there a current list of Pit Boss Pellet grills and there features that you know of?
Thanx, really enjoying your videos!
So the PSE is short for Pro Series Elite. The difference between the Pro Series 1600 and Pro Series 1600 Elite is a stainless steel parts, along with the new rapid fire ignightor and VST (smoke mode)
@@GrillSergeant Thank you for helpful info. I think the 1600 PSE is going to be my first pellet grill.
So I’ve been thinking about getting this smoker versus the Oklahoma Joe G2 Rider DLX 1200.
Still not sure. Had my pit boss vertical smoker series 5 and love it. But I’m looking to upgrade.
Also, is there not a water pan on this new pit Boss?
@grillsergeant I just purchased & assembled one hoping you or anyone else could help me out, my question is the bottom of the barrel on the inside is it supposed to be welded or siliconed? I’m talking about where the side walls meet the bottom of the barrel on the corners and where you put the seat plates on top of. Thank you I called pit boss couldn’t get a straight answer. Mine has a black silicone and I’m worried about when you bring it up to 500 degrees the silicone will replace chemicals or melt off. Thanks again
How’s life?-what a insane unboxing~goodbye,=)
Do you know if pit boss will be releasing a new 1600 style smoker this spring?
I think grilla grills controller works that way as well.
Nice grill!
Does this Model not come with a heat diffuser? I seen DeadbrokeBBQ video and he had a plate that went on before the char broiler. Thank
I know some aftermarket companies will make a heat diffuser that covers the burn pot but if you use it you loose the ability to open sear your food. I have a video showing a biscuit test to see the “hot” and cold spots of the grill, so you really don’t need an extra heat diffuser under the sear plate.
How many briskets can you fit on it?
whats better pro series elite or titan competition
Hello grill Sergeant. Very much appreciate your videos on the Pit Boss smokers. i am looking at getting my first one, but my local Lowe's does not have the higher end models. Is there another vendor who sells them or I can order online? Thanks.
Sexy looking smoker! I really like the stainless racks and that new hinged lid is cool. Alright now put a Brisket on it!! 💨💨💨
I'm about to put a brisket on mine this weekend.. middle shelf to keep it away from the heat !
Does it have a way to empty the pellet hopper tho?
Yep. Easy access trap door. Just make sure you have an empty 5 gallon bucket or container ready. :)
I am having a very hard time choosing between the pit boss competition 1600 and the pro 1600. Is the pro worth the price over the competition since it does not have vst like the elite and the comp has the p setting?
Apart from price which would you recommend. Pro series gen 3 or competition?
If I could only have 1 smoker, it would be the Pit Boss Pro Series Elite 1600. Rapid Fire Ignitor gets the smoker up and running in no time. Add in the pull out racks and smoke mode, this smoker is a beast. I cook on it 3-4 times a week.
@@GrillSergeant thanks for the reply. I would love the elite but it’s out of budget. The step down to pro gen 3 would be easy choice if it had the vst but given it does not I feel the cheaper competition 1600 is better choice
@@thomasmoss3695 Got it. Yes, the competition is a great choice! I loved mine
How do you get the extra smoke? I just bought mine today and ribs will be my first smoke.
Settings > P Setting > Smoke Mode (Not PID Mode)
Debating is I should get this or Traeger Ironwood XL? Which one do you recommend?
Does this not have a heat diffuser plate?
Does it come with gas hookup..
That really depends on what you cook on it...oh wait, I'm thinking of a different type of gas. lol No, the fuel source is just wood pellets, but, Pit Boss does offer a combo grill using both gas and pellets.
Hello sir I got a question I know I want to smoke and girl like you got there can you rotate meet rotationally in that we're rotates meat please let me know
Grill Sergeant,
Question: About how many briskets 12-14lb briskets could you cook on this smoker?
Possibly 8-10 BUT if you are looking for a grill with space I’ll be building the new Pit Boss Pro Series Elite Vertical and that thing is HUGE!
When will that be?
Also would you go with this pit boss elite or the camp chef woodwind pro 36in?
@@martinhernandez7030 I should have it built next week. I’d go with the Pit Boss.
Thank you sir
Can’t wait to see that video
Thanks for the quick response
I just bought the pro series elite and my controller does not have the same dial or display as yours. Was there any other models?
Was yours stainless?
@@GrillSergeant yes mine is stainless. I found out there is a pro series elite model and a pro series elite pse like the one you have. Your model cost $100 more. Which according to the pit boss rep I talked to your model has DC current with an updated more accurate controller.
I'm looking at buying my 1st pellet grill. I've narrowed it down to the competition 1600 and the 1600 pro series elite. How much better is the vst than the regular p setting on the competition?
Night and day. VST all the way. The competition series is a great smoker but the VST is a total game changer in my book.
@@GrillSergeantI just bought mine last month and I’m having inconsistent temp readings unlike my old 1150ps2 which held exactly where it was set.
On this new Elite, do you run it in smoke mode all the time or do set the smoke mode/P setting and go back to PID? I’m having are hard time keeping consistent temp which is off by 50-100 degrees Higher than I have it set to. I had it set to 225 and P setting 6 which was around 350 on my ambient temp (pit boss temp said 225) then I set my temp to 150 with the P setting set to 6 (my pit boss said it was at 150 but my ambient probe was reading 250)
Thanks for the great videos
Have you looked at and possibly have a opinion on the pitboss savanna onyx
I think the Onyx is a sweet smoker. But I think this new 1600 elite takes the cake as this this Pit Bosses first double wall insulated smoker.
Ty for your reply and video's have a nice day
Where the smoke comes out, does that make for better circulation?
Two probes?!? What year is it?
Does Pit Boss make a cover for this grill? I’ve been looking and can’t find one anywhere.
Yes, $69 at Lowes
The lid on that smoker looks paper thin and cheap , which would make me super concerned about retaining heat
It's double wall insulated so I'm good to go!
We're pretty new to these things and looking to buy...but what's the actual real difference between the 1600 and 1600 elite and is the elite worth the extra $400?
VST and a lot of stainless
Daannnggggg
are the racks removable? I'd like to smoke a whole baby pig in it
Absolutely! They have a rack hanger on the back of the smoker for when you don't need them....
SOOOO many problems with this unit! warranty is a joke!
Looks very cheaply made for 1400 bucks.
You can go down to Lowes and see it for yourself. This double wall insulated smoker is anything but cheaply made.
This thing weighs 214.5 lbs .. it is stout