Camp Chef Woodwind Pro vs. Masterbuilt Gravity XT

[normans54]

Hi all,

I am a long time pellethead that is in the market for a new grill. This time around, I am looking for something that can both smoke and sear. I had my heart set on the Woodwind Pro until I discovered the Masterbuilt. From what I have heard, most people seem to think that the Masterbuilt produces higher quality smoked food. However, I have also heard it doesn’t hold heat very well when open and that there were numerous build issues with the original Masterbuilt Gravity (e.g., bad switches, faulty fans, warping metal, etc.). It is also my understanding that the sear box attachment on the Woodwind gets significantly hotter than the Masterbuilt (900°F vs. 700°F), making it better for searing. Additionally, the main reason why I switched from charcoal to pellets in the first place was the ease of maintaining temperature and I don’t know if the Masterbuilt is as easy to use as the Woodwind or other pellet cookers. Any input you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

[sandyut]

get a rec teq. one and done. had mine a decade and its as good as day 1. worth every penny and then some.

 

[mike243]

2 totally different style cookers, I wouldn't give a nickel for a sear box, its a gas grill with another name, think the MB has stepped up with a new improved model.

 

[912smoker]

The MBGF XT has solved the original problems. As I said in the other post, the Masterbuilt can easily rival the smoke flavor of a Lang or ANY wood fire pit.
I've never had a problem searing a steak, loin or any meat at 700°.
Can't speak on the capabilities of the CC but I'm sure it's a fine unit.

Keith

 

[Randy1]

Oklahoma Joe's Rider DLX series has a good sear but has a poor controller with a full 25F degree error built in to the controller and even worse support. It will go to 600F. I am in a love-hate relationship with this grill-smoker. They are some great prices out there with huge discounts. Not recommending it but worth a look if the price is right.

I offer an alternative idea. After the last hurricane we were without electric power for nearly three weeks. I pulled the stainless-steel grates out an older grill headed for the dump. Stacked me up some fire bricks. Laid the grill on top. One Weber charcoal stater with lump charcoal and it is hotter than any grill I have bought. When it rains it self cleans.
If you have a good grill then you just need a good smoker.