Weber SmokeFire Pellet Grill Grilling Steaks | Will it Sear? My First cook

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The Weber SmokeFire pellet Grill is designed to be a great steak searing grill...not just a pellet smoker. The Weber engineers told me they designed the new Weber SmokeFire Pellet Cooker to sear great steaks without the need of extra parts or hassle.
I got a chance to grill some steaks (and Harry cooked some grilled salmon) and I have to say if you are looking for a one size fits all pellet grill or smoker that can do everything, this video is worth a look. Searing perfection is hard to come by without charcoal but this grill did a great job with our New York strip steaks, salmon, shrimp and chicken. What do you think? Will it sear?
More content coming on this grill... stay tuned.
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[@milehighed52801]

Nice job, Justin! Looked like a great time. Look forward to the full review. 👍🏼👍🏼🔥🔥

[@thndroad]

I was planning on getting Traeger but after seeing this video it’s going to be Weber for me for sure I’m so happy they’re coming out with one of these because I love their products, and I’ve got several of their grills already. Thanks for doing the video. The way they stand behind their products for their warranty is enough to make me buy it.

[@bobbyrob2008]

Thanks so much Justin...Cannot wait for a full review so we know the ins and outs of this pellet grill!!!

[@diggerwayne]

That looks so cool. I'm looking forward to your review!

[@hotfarts6731]

Thank you for taking the time to show us this new pellet grill from Weber. I see Harry Soo taking over like a boss. Love both of your channels. Keep up the great work! I saw the vid where Harry was at your house. I would have loved to have been in the company of awesome pitmasters. Keep spreading the BBQ love :)

[@kylerdad123]

That was an amazing demo for a pellet grill - it actually sear a steak! Your steak looked extremely yummy! The salmon that Sifu Soo did looked awesome! Best wishes to you and the family! 🧧🤙🌺

[@nbholifield]

Can't wait to see more reviews from you on this man!!! Got my attention!!!

[@calibbq8835]

Awesome video brother 👊

[@CookingWithCJ]

Can't wait for the complete review. I'm very interested in this. Good stuff Justin!

[@BabyBackManiac]

It's cool, bro. You'll have to fill in you pool. lol

[@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ]

Awesome ! Absolutely Awesome!

[@CookingJoeFoods]

Thanks for uploading your videos so quick. I can't wait to place an order. Even if it's at least equally as good as the competition, 10/10 I'm buying the Weber because of their customer service.

[@laurentgendron6261]

Cant wait for your full review

[@JasonTeach]

It's awesome to see more manufacturer's making pellet grills. competition is good and the SmokeFire looks very competitive.

[@thekettlecookers]

Hell yeah!!!!!!! Keep the videos coming!

[@Golasthe1]

Weber always makes a quality product that’s why I didn’t hesitate to pre order this grill. I can’t wait to get it now

[@PicklesBBQandCooking]

It looks like a really nice pellet cooker and cool that it gets up to 600. Seared like a champ and it was fun watching you and Harry cook up in that kitchen. Great video Justin!

[@richardg4817]

Thanks for sharing! You do a great job of showing your subscribers that might be thinking about purchasing this grill. How do they keep the grease and juice out of the fire pot?

[@Viewtoagrill]

That looks amazing... The SmokeFire has really surpassed my expectations.. looks like Weber did it's home work and seems reasonably priced. Take Care just... and it does not surprise me at all that you are here... you are a great Weber rep!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Johnny. I really appreciate that.

[@scottroberts3705]

Decided to wait to get this over the Woodwind 24 wifi! Great video Justin as always!!!

[@beers-jackofbbq]

Looking forward to hearing all of your thoughts on this! Great looking grill!

[@GrillinandChillinwithColeman]

Man, that looked like so much fun!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Just saw this. Thanks, It was!

[@dskim5848]

WOW! Weber knows how to do a roll out! Impressive! Very cool! Awesome grill marks!

[@drillsgtlangdon]

Harry rocked it!

[@pkt976]

If the Weber can truly sear like that and still smoke as well as other pellet smokers it's a game changer.....

[@invisiblekid99]

Not only that but sear across the whole grate. Very interesting. Hope these come to the UK.

[@benjismith593]

Louisiana can. I demo them. Easily gets to 600+ if you want.

[@BabyBackManiac]

What's cool about it is it sears great without the need of extra parts going in or out, but the real benefits of this grill in my mind is the engineering design choices that aren't so obvious. Too much to write here, but I'll do a video about it.

[@pkt976]

@@benjismith593 the Louisiana can on one small section of the grill over the fire pot after you set it up to which is a bit of a PITA switching between smoking and searing especially if it's hot. It's better searing than most pellet smokers offer, yes but, a process to use. My buddy has a rectec. Beautiful pellet smoker. It doesn't sear for shit though. I had to tell him straight. Trying to sell me on the "sear kit" aluminum bars increasing the 500° temperature by 100° to 600°. Lol. Could hardly see where the sear marks were. Other than that the rectec is amazing. That's been my hesitation on committing to a pellet smoker. My deck already has a smoker, a flat top griddle, a Weber propane, and a Weber kettle. With the Smokefire I can get rid of everything except the griddle .

[@pkt976]

@@BabyBackManiac I think I noticed the side walls are double walled, is the lid as well? Also very curious about build up and clean up along the bottom walls. I know it channels into a tray with the ash. Wonder if the grease build up could possibly flare up were you to suddenly crank it up for some steaks after a few cooks. Is the fire pot stainless steel? Why not SS grates? Did it really affect the cook or was it a price point thing? Don't care for the porcelain coated center hood diffuser thing. Lol. That stuff disintegrates where I live from the salt water. Thanks for the reviews.

[@BabyBackManiac]

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[@stacypressley4811]

What are the prices for the the grills?

[@seanurbanyi5220]

I service your house. you are a bad ass

[@victorbitter583]

@@stacypressley4811 $1000 for the small one and $1200 for the big one.

[@taccosnachos]

@@victorbitter583 ouch

[@victorbitter583]

@@taccosnachos It's $1000 for a 22" WSM here in Aus. That is ouch.

[@Searedandsmoked]

Great videos as usual... quick question for you... Did you measure the grill grate sizes for the smaller version? Might order one, but weber only has Sq Inches... which does not really help anyone out... Thanks! Ju

[@TopherKohan]

Thanks for posting from this event. 3 quick things 1) So happy that Weber is seeing you as the "Voice" that you are to those of us that love backyard live fire cooking. So Congrats on that 2) I hope in your over all review you speak on the price point and how it compares to the other pellets on the market. )3 and finally. Do you see this as a backyard only or does this have a place in the comp world? Great to see you posting videos again sir and thanks for all you do!

[@BabyBackManiac]

1) thank you. you are very kind 2) 1199 for the bigger one. 999 for the smaller one. 3) I'm sure it will have a place. Alot of folks use pellet grills already and this one is going to be more reliable and cheaper than many similar priced alternatives.

[@clydeperrine2959]

Oh Boy, that looked like a lot of fun at the Weber facility and the new entry into the Pellet world of grilling. I still love the 3 burner weber I bought a couple of decades ago. I am just about due for another cast Iron grill surface as I tend to cook for only me and the misses the right side doesn't get used that much and while I wasn't paying it much attention it has started to rust a bit. The left side is seasoned well and is in good shape. The new Weber pellet is intriguing just hope it's not too pricey.

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

Great looking steaks...and flames way cool.!!!

[@JK-rm6xx]

Any initial thoughts on choosing between the 36" SmokeFire and the Summit? Primarily for Smoking BBQ but also to cover occasional burgers and steaks.

[@charliewood4158]

Weber is lucky to have you on its side Weber fan for at least 30 plus years

[@TheDawgfathasBBQ]

Looked like fun Justin.

[@stephanieyeminez89]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. God bless.

[@getoutandgrill]

Looked like a lot of fun

[@BabyBackManiac]

It was fun

[@CulinaryGod]

Wow, that's incredible. I was hoping Weber was going to hit it out of the park with this new grill and from what I've seen they have delivered. Great video, Justin. Awesome job, Weber! BTW, do you know what kind of pellets they were using?

[@dariusclay4785]

I gotta have it!!

[@wingzofsteel]

I have to say, that was the best-looking steak I've ever seen coming off that grill.

[@BabyBackManiac]

If you’ve every used a Weber Gas grill you feel right at home.

[@wingzofsteel]

@@BabyBackManiac Only a 26er and a Rancher over here, but this looks very interesting. BTW thanks for all that you do.

[@-ram-m2664]

The prepped steaks looked good sitting in the foil pan prior to appropriate 'baptism.' My dad always said: "it is hard to mess up a good piece of meat."

[@drinkwhiskey707]

So I was planning on buying the ironwood 885, but now I'm going to wait on ur review to make my decision. It seems like it's as good if not better but cheaper?? Hope the review comes soon!!!

[@JMora-ey8rj]

Very cool Justin at the end I thought ya'll where cooking in your backyard when I saw all the Webers.😉👍

[@BabyBackManiac]

LOL. I know right. I felt right at home there.

[@garryhammond3117]

Looking at my crystal ball... ...I think there might be one in my future... Thanks for the great vid.

[@johnpetrick6396]

Goodbye, money! Great video Justin! Thanks for sharing!

[@BabyBackManiac]

lol

[@richreo5938]

I have a treager now and I never get that kind of flare up with the large pan under the grate. It looks like Webers' flavorizer bars really give this grill versatility from low and slow too hot and fast. You are really the only channel showing these grills in action. Weber is lucky to have your support. Well done. I was set on buying another treager, but now I want a Weber!

[@victorbitter583]

Harry Soo is doing it too.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Rich Reo thanks for watching! Yeah, go check out Harry’s videos!

[@roger571967]

Not sure I would like the flare up. Need to see more before I trade in my Trager.

[@elcajondavid1]

I bought a smoker that claimed to be a grill also, but one pot doesn't do the trick, so I had to buy a charcoal grill for steaks and flat meats. I still like the smoker and so does everyone else but it just doesn't grill.

[@rodrigocasarez1810]

Harry’s a ninja!!!

[@PeterGregg]

Get your sizzle on!! So was Harry there ha ha Great video, such interesting stuff YES. Big BIG thumbs up 👍

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks buddy.

[@mnhockeyone]

Did I miss it, is there an easy way to remove pellets from the hopper?

[@TheWolfePit]

Justin the new Weber SmokeFire Pellet Grill looks amazing! Looks like a lot of grill with a very reasonable price point! I'm impressed!

[@bradleydavidsankey]

Rumor has it to be $100-$200 under a Traeger, thats a lot of grill for an even larger boat load of cash.

[@TheWolfePit]

@@bradleydavidsankey $999 for the small one and $1199 for the big one.

[@BabyBackManiac]

That’s exactly right, Larry

[@bradleydavidsankey]

TheWolfePit thats not bad then compared to the other pricing that was floating around.

[@steevo025]

Love the Harry cameo!

[@brianmurra9744]

Loving the heat and design. Immensely worried about fires in the barrel though.

[@tri-tipjunkie]

Want one so bad thanks Justin. Those steaks look tasty.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Tri-Tip Junkie they were very good

[@loneoakkitchen1711]

You know I’m super jealous...lol. Can’t wait to see your review.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Adam.

[@dsertwq]

Colder temperature on the right side of the grill at 2:15? Could be useful I suppose for cooking different foods at the same time.

[@sethjohnson4845]

I love how at all times you can tell where you are in the room relative to Harry Soo lol

[@DeadBrokeBBQ]

Looks like Weber just turned the pellet industry on its head! Great job Justin!

[@RhinoAg]

Never seen a pellet smoker get that hot. Damn I’m intrigued on this one.

[@johnolvera386]

My Traeger and Rec Tec get up to 600 degrees but flare-ups on Traeger only happen when there is a tremendous amount of Grease dripping over the sides making contact with flame. Almost impossible on Traeger but it has happened. My Rec Tec is a pellet grill that looks like an old school Round Weber grill and I bought that one because it is compact easy to move around for searing. The Rec Tec does flare up but just the right amount for searing.

[@tenphases1]

Aww man I have 18 cookers one of which is a woodwind which is only 2 years old but this looks like a game changer! Or .... I just want it lol

[@joeydoesthings4955]

Marco Sanchez I have 5 Weber cookers, but this is a must have item I think! I’ll be cooking on it by Thanksgiving next year.

[@rlewis1203]

What’s the difference with the olive and canola mix?

[@krisb3429]

Awesome Justin, keep it up brother. I'd tend to use just a normal charcoal grill for steak and go low and slow on my offset or kamado or new pellet grill that the wife doesn't know about yet lol. Ps , tell Harry to be quieter hahaha

[@jakefr5150]

This is what I was hoping for from the Weber; however, lots are buying pellet grills for smoking as well. How good is it at that? That and baking is about all my Traeger is good for.

[@BabyBackManiac]

We didn't have enough time (was only at Weber for 4 hours) to do a full hands on smoke session but the brisket they made on it before we got there so we could try it was really good. I want to get my hands on one and do my own tests.

[@rogerhaney9043]

What brand of gloves are you using?

[@usmcadele]

I want one so bad!

[@thegalleryBBQ]

Looked like Weber has done it again.... thanks for the show-

[@NinjaMonkeyPrime]

I'm still amazed they can do a sear like that. I wonder if my local grill store will carry them.

[@BabyBackManiac]

They should be in lowes and I think True Value hardware.

[@Sloeberjong]

Can't help but be a little bit envious. I've got a Traeger and I use my regular grill for searing. Not a big deal to have use both for some good steaks, but to be able to do it on the same grill is definitely a benefit. Seems like a good deal from Weber, gotta be honest.

[@networkn]

Hi. Are these grill academies something they run regularly?I am from NZ and love your videos and if there was another one early next year I'd consider attending since I'm planning on being in the US in Jan/Feb.

[@soumynonareverse7807]

nice, but are you actually going to make another smokefire vs traeger?

[@thomasjacques5286]

Are these made in the USA like my other Weber products

[@steves.922]

Is this heaven?

[@94auwing]

Glad I waited on a pellet grill. Weber for the win.

[@universaldonor3100]

so, were these prototypes....because the last video you did on one it could barely get to 600 and then it stayed in the 400s while you were cooking the steaks..and the flame on the right side...totally uneven temps ...what happened?

[@jamespawlowski4310]

I want one.

[@-ram-m2664]

hmm...interesting for different style cooks. I will have to see more demos as it didn't look like there was a way to keep your 'safety zone' when direct grilling. Great initial demo!

[@BabyBackManiac]

I asked them to remove the top rack for the video. That would be your safety zone in real life.

[@-ram-m2664]

@@BabyBackManiac I see...except it is not like turning off an end burner or something similar. I hardly ever use the 'top rack' as I sometimes still get too much heat and it gets in the way more often than not. Thanks for the response.

[@BabyBackManiac]

@@-ram-m2664 I agree with you. I'm just pointing out it's there since I took it out of the grill

[@jimburns1927]

Thank you Justin looks like a awesome grill just have to save up big time, I’m sure! Hopefully it won’t be too ridiculously expensive

[@Matt-fd9hc]

Jim Burns $1,000 for the 24 and $1,200 for the 36

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks Matt

[@azvoltmanphoenix446]

Dayuuum, im so hungry now !,

[@progers5019]

Lot of fire, very interesting for a pellet grill/smoker. That food was right on the money. lol

[@johnnykratsas5469]

I have always wanted a pellet grill, but never bought it because it isn't as good at searing. It looks like this new Weber is changing the game

[@BabyBackManiac]

I think that was one of their primary goals. They want this to be a true pellet "grill" and not just a pellet smoker.

[@cjhan47]

And it sucks for I just got a treager 6 weeks ago. If I only knew.

[@ggarden8432]

My GMG sears good. I just wish it were built a bit different like the weber where you have an open flame to lick the steaks.

[@daveshouseofbbq]

Does it produce flames from side to side? Or just in one section/side of the grill?

[@davieb68]

It was only a matter of time until Weber got involved in pellet smokers, but if you can grill a steak , chicken or fish with fire like that , oh boy this changes everything . Someone in the comments below brought up a very good question, were the flames from the grill caused from a grease fire or actual flames from the grill ?

[@jwollam]

You’re dropping weight man! Looking great!!!

[@BabyBackManiac]

thanks man.

[@docohm50]

Only one thing I saw that I didn't like was the wire rack. I want a thicker cooking grate for more pronounced sear marks. Other than that love that everything cooked evenly everywhere on grill

[@BabyBackManiac]

All the grates for the Spirit gas grill will fit if you want to upgrade.

[@snowpuppy77]

Loved the video. Have thought that one thing I like about a pellet grill is ability to do a pork butt when I have very little time or am feeling a little lazy. Weber may have made one convincing enough for me to give it a go. Really look forward to your review as i know you will give it to us straight.

[@BabyBackManiac]

thanks alot man. I try to be a straight shooter.

[@thomasjacques5286]

OK, I'm sold, was going to buy a Trager but no longer.

[@BabyBackManiac]

It’s great to have options

[@johnknapp6328]

Nice Demonstration, I think Weber has hit on its hands, Engineering and price. As Always Justin your Camera work and details are tops.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Thanks John. Appreciate it

[@eio1971]

Wow looks good so far! Funny i heard that voice sound like Harry Soo and it is lol.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Lol. He’s hard to miss.

[@TheHarryChanne1]

Anyone else think it's just weird using an outdoor grill inside? I know they have ventilation, but it still looks odd to me.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Lol. I spent a lot of time working in restaurants so I’m used to seeing grills inside. It is cool to see all the industrial hoods they have.

[@TheHarryChanne1]

@@BabyBackManiac I couldn't see them, but I sure could here them!

[@outdoorsgreg1324]

Love the traeger ad for this video! They are starting to sweat a bit....

[@campmeatbbqcampmeatbbq7951]

Hey Justin, All that is well and good but when is Mrs Baby Back Maniac gunna let you have the large vent hood in your house? Looking forward to seeing more of the SmokeFire, it really does look like it has searing qualities...and more. Jay

[@BabyBackManiac]

lol. that was funny

[@joeydoesthings4955]

I want one. I will have one.

[@wmrrock]

Curious about the steak flavor compared to lump charcoal. What is your over all impression?

[@pkt976]

I've been researching the same thing because I like charcoal for my 1/2 chickens and steak. Lumber jack pellets make a charcoal pellet. Wonder how the flavor compares?

[@mugsy201]

What is causing the flare ups? Is it the grease that drops? I wish my pellet grill would do that!

[@jorgeandrade6483]

I have a Pit Boss and have to say that at high temps we don't perceive much wood flavor or anything that compares to the charcoal flavor from my performer. How was the flavor at high temps from your recent experience? You and Harry are the only reason I got interested in Weber pellet grill, but don't want to make the expense if the outcome is going to be the same as my current pellet grill. Thank you for your videos by the way.

[@BabyBackManiac]

I think the Weber is really cool but I wouldn't lay out the money if I was happy with my current cooker. It will still be around whenever you are up for buying a new one. Regarding smoke flavor at high temps, my experience is the same as yours. Hope this helps.

[@jorgeandrade6483]

@@BabyBackManiac Thank you. I really enjoy your content and look forward to future videos on this product.

[@eastcoasttony836]

Looking Forward for Your review! Traeger ad ,lol

[@gmoneyjie]

Did Weber say how long a full basket of pellets will last for long (low and slow) smoking and/or hot grilling?

[@handcannon1388]

Harry Soo said that a full hopper should do 250 for 22 hours, if I remember correctly

[@elcajondavid1]

"Ahh man." Should have looked into Weber first, damn!

[@Tops1212]

I'm in the market for a new grill/smoker, I'm going to hold out and see how this "game changer" goes on its first few months of the year. But I'm thinking this will be my next purchase....

[@SmokedReb]

Holy sear batman!!

[@JBishop25]

Nice looking steaks. Probably should voice bomb some of Harry's videos!

[@BabyBackManiac]

Jody Bishop lol

[@erichanf5845]

...I want that

[@gaspipe1]

How good will this perform in snow/rain? My fear is water gets in and shorts the electrical components.

[@BabyBackManiac]

They made it to stand up to the elements. They did a ton of testing on that front.

[@gaspipe1]

Baby Back Maniac , that’s good to know. thank you very much a for the reply and great work

[@likwid4s1]

...I'm gettin' one.....

[@2k3hoo]

The big question that needs to be answered is... How well will it maintain cook temp in an outdoor environment? It doesn't look like the lid is insulated at all, and there is no gasket on the lid as you can see by all the smoke pouring out around the lid when it was closed. If smoke gets out, so does heat. Very interested in your field tests once you get it.

[@BabyBackManiac]

Good question, but I don't think it will be an issue. Weber has an entire section of their property dedicated to outdoor testing grills in Chicago (which gets cold)...and even spot set up where they can replicate temperatures of hot climates. The inside stuff in this video was just so we'd be comfortable. lol.

[@Braziamerica]

@@BabyBackManiac gotta make sure those horizontal vents aren't facing into the wind. I get why they didn't go with the vertical stack, but I believe their solution has issues as well.