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They all have hot spots. My Pit Boss 1000 is hotter on the left front compared to the rest of the grill. Just get a thermometer that has extra probes for checking pit temps. Inkbird has multiple ones for a good price.
All have hot spots. I have a DC that I carry in the motorhome.. I usually push the plate towards the pellet hopper and put my meat a little to the end towards the chimney