I have propane BBQ's, electric smokers and a Pit Barrow Smoker but wanted something small for a one man BBQ. I enjoy my steak over charcoal. Better flavor in my opinion. So I saw this one on Amazon and got it the other day. Yesterday I broke it in with a steak and baked potato. Made a fast salad and supper was ready. Works great. Easy to control the temps with the adjustable flapper. Nice little carring case comes with it.