I have never owned just a smoker unit, usually a grill or grill/smoker combo.... I have been researching and reading reviews and have about decided on purchasing a MES 30 or 40. My only concerns is with electrical issues of the newer models that have the remote and also deciding whether I need the extra space in buying a 40..... Just trying to make sure I make an educated decision don't want to spend $350-$450 on a smoker that's going to have electrical issues and also want to make sure I don't regret not buying the bigger smoker... Any advice is greatly appreciated....