WSM 22.5 vs 18.5

[allsmoke]

The wife wants to get a new smoker for our anniversary. (one year she thought we should get a new boat- I was at the dealer pretty quickly).   I was leaning toward the 22.5 but some reviewers mention that it's easier to regulate the temp in the smaller unit.   Can the smaller unit handle a large turkey?   Disregarding the price difference, any thoughts on which unit to get.  Thanks.

 

[jdh8707]

ive got them both, if i had to choose, i would go with the 22.5. i have absolutley no trouble AT ALL maintaining temps in EITHER. i always say its better to have it and not need it than need the space and not have it.

 

[scarbelly]

First - welcome to the forum - please do us a favor and update your profile with you location then swing by Roll Call and introduce yourself so we can give you a SMF welcome 

My theory is to buy the biggest one you will ever need - not sure how much entertaining you do. For me I need to be able to do at least 10 racks of ribs at any given time - I have 9 grandkids alone 

 

[coronaca92879]

I have both and u have to think about the ease of cooking larger cuts that the 22.5 offers. Better for brisket, ribs, large turkeys, multiple butts etc... Plus if u ever wanna add a rib-o-lator you need the larger. Water bowl sits higher above charcoal grate also.