Got mine about 10 days ago. My first real smoker. I’ve only ever used smoke boxes on a gas grill, so that really doesn’t count. Yesterday made my first ever brisket. ( never had the equipment). It turned out perfect. I’ve also cooked some awesome steaks and smoked some chicken breast. I used good quality lump charcoal with hickory chunks mixed in and a couple mesquite. Also dropped a chunk in the ash bucket a few times. Made plenty smoke. Other than the quirky phone app it works great, holds temp, easy to clean, no moving parts. Very satisfied.