‪@Char-Griller‬

[@newsman78]

Thank you for the comparison cook! You love what you do! Love the acorn and the gravity. Appreciate you sharing bro.

[@ramtuff111]

Glad to have helped out of even a little🙌🏾🙌🏾 Thank you😁

[@thesupergamermario3701]

This is like a triple threat championship match! I love it. Thank you.

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for watching Omar! Still not done yet.... stay tuned! More to come😉😉🍻🍻

[@780cornerpocket]

New sub. Diggin the family attitude & the love of makin everyone smile. That’s why we Dads do what we do 🍻

[@ramtuff111]

Much appreciated fam! Thank you much! 🙏🏾😁 Glad to have you

[@madrizz01]

love how you do your videos FAM. You keep it simple and "real". no fancy tricks and editing. this is the kinda que i can get behinde

[@ramtuff111]

Love to hear that fam!! Thank you🙏🏾

[@okfrostman]

Great video . I have the old G just like yours . I have been thinking of getting the 980 . I believe you just helped me make up my mind . Thank You .

[@ramtuff111]

Glad to have helped! Thanks for checking us out🙌🏾🙌🏾😁

[@jamespitts7156]

Man, AWESOME comparison cook! I just got my Gravity 980 as an early Father's day gift! can't wait to cook on it! Thanks for the video!

[@ramtuff111]

Awesome James!! Sounds like your Father's Day is already epic!! Congratulations!! You're gonna love it for sure. Appreciate you coming and checking us out! Thank you🙏🏾🙏🏾 Stay tuned.... much more still to come👀👀 Cheers James🍻🍻

[@tdwayne1]

Great comparison of three smokers.. great job big guy.... Thanks..

[@ramtuff111]

Much appreciated my friend! All 3 are great in their own way. I do like the versatility of the Auto Kamado and the O.G Akorn more. The size of the 980 is a great selling point tho

[@kevinsmith7854]

Great video my brother. And the music is banging too. Fantastic Job, Kevin straight out of North Philly

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks Kevin! It was a great time! The results really threw me off. I'll be doing more tests soon

[@btleighs]

I am here for this! Looking stellar as always Richard!

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks Brian!

[@Stratman5150]

Great video! Crazy how different they all look!

[@ramtuff111]

That's what we were saying. But in all fairness, the O.G Akorn's temp did shoot up above 300⁰f for a bit. I got sidetracked and I guess I caught it a bit too late. They were still good, just a little dry and the sauce burned a bit. I still ate them tho🤣🤣 Cheers Joseph! 🍻🍻

[@JoeAnshien]

Great test. I have the Masterbuilt Gravity 800 and love it. I use half splits / charcoal with a chunk in a raised position in the ash bin. Lots of clean smoke. Hard to beat a gravity.

[@ramtuff111]

Agreed! Thanks for checking it out! I haven't tried out the Masterbuilt gravity smokers yet but, it may be soon for a good comparison😉

[@JoeAnshien]

@@ramtuff111 It should be very close to the 980. Same company owns both brands.

[@ramtuff111]

@JoeAnshien no doubt! But it would still be cool to run them both side by side. I'm actually affiliated with Char-Griller but would love to do an actual comparison of the 2

[@waltersobchak2973]

My 980 temp runs about 50-75°cooler than what the temp controller displays. I was very frustrated with it for several cooks before putting an independent temp probe at grate height. I can then use the actual temp to dial up the controller to where I want to run the chamber. That was disappointing but with the LSS fan mod, and upper rack extension its been great for brisket, ribs, and chicken.

[@ramtuff111]

50-75⁰ less sounds like a defect. Maybe a bad controller? I would reach out to Char-Griller and see because that is in no way normal.

[@jeffreyconley4012]

Nice job on the rib test! I am not surprised your man child chose the rib from the 980. That rib cooked on the 980 had juice running off it when you took it out for the rap! Great video! 🙂👍

[@ramtuff111]

Thank you Jeffrey! Definitely was a fun and interesting cook! I will be doing something similar in the near future. Thanks for checking us out! Cheers! 🍻🍻

[@mpkelley20]

Very nice test. I’ve had a pellet grill for years but looking to go back to charcoal. As much as I like the size of the 980, the lack of fuel efficiency is kind of a deal breaker. I’ve heard the auto acorn can run for 20-24 hours on just one full of charcoal. So I’m leaning that way.

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking us out! They are both pretty efficient running grills. I can easily get 14 hours in my Gravity 980 but it also depends which fuel you decide to run on. I generally burn lump from The Good Charcoal Company and no problems here. You'll love either unit tho.... good luck and Cheers to you! 🍻🍻

[@OutdoorsWithGeoff]

Great cook. Each looks totally different. That really surprised me. Keep them coming Rich. 👍🏾💯

[@ramtuff111]

Without a doubt Geoff. The results unwrapping them...I was like WHAAAAA?

[@chasemurphy1357]

Thanks! Have the OG now got to decide on auto or gravity or the big pit boss

[@ramtuff111]

That's going to depend on if you like charcoal cooking or pellet. I have both kinds and love them both for different reasons. I mainly use charcoal tho, so that makes it a bit easier for me to decide. Keep me posted on what you decide Chase. Cheers🍻🍻

[@oldemagickrecords2025]

I have heard the thermostats in the OG acorns will not be accurate after some time. I wonder if the that could be why that grill seems to have been hotter even though the temp readings were all close.

[@jasonmiller5716]

Awesome video bro. Keep them comming. Herd if you do beef cheeks. They are better than brisket. U should try it.

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks Jason! I've never seen beef cheeks here in PA. They do look awesome whenever I see dinnertime make them. Maybe I'll try to order some🤔🤔 Thanks for checking us out Jason! Cheers🍻🍻🍻

[@CharlieMaveric]

Wow! Great video. Wish I could’ve taste tested those ribs!!!

[@ramtuff111]

One day brother we all will share a table. I appreciate it. Thanks Homie! 🍻🍻

[@melanatedmusings6147]

Another great and informative video. The taste test from manchild was hilarious. I enjoyed every second of this video! Cheers!!! Nice channel intro too.

[@ramtuff111]

Thank you so much! Glad you're enjoying our content!!😁😁🙌🏾🙌🏾 More to come soon

[@bobsix2720]

Grate vid. I’m a Weber guy got kettles everywhere. But I’m really looking to get a gravity fed. Leaning towards the cg980 over the master built 800.

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking us out Bob! I can't speak on the Masterbuilt Gravity Fed... I've never used it. I know it is a popular smoker as well so it can't be bad. I can speak on the Gravity 980 and the new Auto Kamado tho! Love them both! The Gravity 980 is a big, beautiful beast! The Akorn Auto Kamado is a smaller beast in its own right. Still learning about the Auto Kamado, but so far, I'm looking what it's putting down! Good luck bud and please let me know what you decide on! Cheers Bob! 🍻🍻

[@leucein]

I have a MB and I think the CG has better build quality, if I could go back I'd go with it instead.

[@jayhemp00]

Great video brah, just ordered my auto Komado yesterday! But damn homey, you look like your busted up like me🤣. I'm rockin' 2 knee braces and an elbow brace right now! Much love my brotha, just subscribed to you channel. 🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@ramtuff111]

Awesome Jay and congratulations!! She's definitely a helluva grill! I know you'll be pleased. And yea bro😂😂😂 It's tough getting old! 😂😂 Cheers homie🍻

[@mikes7908]

Great work you put into that. Gravity looked like it took more smoke maybe that's what he liked. All I know is I want to smoke some ribs. Great video

[@ramtuff111]

Thank you Mike! The difference in appearance was mine blowing! It sucks because the camera does them no justice... but WOW!! Thank you for checking us out bud! Cheers🍻🍻

[@kevinsmith7854]

My bad what up man child great job on the rights pick. Kevin straight out North Philly. 980 all the way.

[@aldridgescott3331]

Great video ! Keep up the good work.

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking it out Aldridge!! Cheers🍻🍻

[@xavierp21]

This helped me out, i have the akorn but my boss wants to hook me up with a unique bonus and im between auto kamado and the gravity pull. I have a stick burner and a weber also. The OK Joe rebel 1200 seems interesting to me too. Great video!

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking it out Xavier! I hope whatever direction you go in works for you! Please let me know what you decide. Also, there are plenty more books on my channel showing the Gravity 980 and a few more of the Auto Kamado. I never used an OKJ so I can't speak on those. Cheers bro🍻

[@eduardovigil5196]

Click this video because of the Raiders Table, liked it because he knows how to Grill !

[@ramtuff111]

😂😂 My Man!! Appreciate you Eduardo! Cheers bro🍻🍻

[@yoster77]

RANDOM question. Is that an Echo Show 5 you have in the background? If so, what camera are you using on it?

[@joebeaulaurier2853]

It would be interesting to see this same exercise while using a grate level thermometer on the Akorn instead of the notoriously inaccurate dome thermometer. I'd guess you were cooking at a grate temperature closer to 350. Those were likely some dry ribs.

[@ramtuff111]

Nah... not dry at all. Now if the heat deflector wasn't in there I'd agree. The ribs were great. Just the one rack was running a tad too hot. I still ate all of them😂😂

[@olyprospecting6419]

That Bachan's is something special! Have you marinated chicken wings in that sauce yet?

[@ramtuff111]

Absolutely! I think I've marinated almost everything in it so far except veggies😂😂

[@olyprospecting6419]

@@ramtuff111 Right on! I've actually made Yakisoba with it too. Couldn't believe how much it tasted like take out. Super simple too! Let me know if you're interested and I'll tell ya how I made it. Yakisoba for 2-3 people for like, $10.

[@ramtuff111]

@@olyprospecting6419 much appreciated my friend... thank you!!🥃🍻😁

[@olyprospecting6419]

@@ramtuff111 Absolutely! And thank you for the videos! Helping me make my choice on my next grill. Yakisoba in 10min for 10 bucks: Packaged stir fry beef, frozen stir fry veggies, packaged pre cooked Yakisoba noodles, Bachan's, sesame oil and oyster sauce. So simple, yet so good!

[@ramtuff111]

Awesome!! And thank you for that. Good luck on that grill bud

[@Chrisbrown503]

Can you throw solid wood chunks in the auto komado to get more smoke?

[@leucein]

just curious if the smoke stone from the og would work in the AK in place of the plate that comes with it?

[@Phloored]

I went from a akorn jr to a 980. Did a 15lb pork butt on a pan with a rack. Went 275 for three hours, sprayed it down went another hour, then wrapped it in butcher paper left it on overnight. Took 16 hours. Rested it in a cooler for three hours, shredded it and added a 2to1 (1cup sauce to 1/2 cup a/c vinigar)ratio of blues hog sauce to apple cider vinegar. Best pork ever for me. The neighbors are buying me bags of charcoal so I'll cook three next time ha ha. Could really taste the hickory wood. Had about 2 chunks for every pound of charcoal for the first three hours. Twas amazing. Doing again for tomorrow night for a Sunday feast. Havn't mastered the ribs yet. It's wild how they are beating down the doors for the pulled pork though! Love the 980 .

[@ramtuff111]

Awesome review Howard!! That should be put on Char-Grillers page!! I'm glad you are enjoying the 980.... it's one helluva machine for sure!! Keep it up bro, and smoke on! Cheers🍻🥃🍻🥃

[@arom8438]

Wow 😯

[@ramtuff111]

🙏🏾🙏🏾😁

[@igotJesus88]

I’m sorry if I missed it but did you use wood in the akorn’s?

[@ramtuff111]

I did....I put an oak wood chunk in all 3 grills

[@rickcormier9160]

Very nice test. It looked like you used equal amounts of coals which makes me curious to know which smoker was more efficient.

[@ramtuff111]

I never even thought to look at the coals afterwards. 😂😂 I was anxious to get in and see those ribs. But I can almost bet they're all pretty much the same. They are all efficient grills but, I still want to test more on the Auto Kamado. So far tho, I'm impressed

[@rickcormier9160]

@@ramtuff111 I think the gravity feed is the best of several styles because of its temp diversity and ability to control smoke. After watching your videos I would buy it any day over a pellet grill.

[@ramtuff111]

I can't argue with that Rick🍻🍻

[@paulhughes8364]

Awesome experiment! Looks like the OG had some brown sugar caramelization from over cooking in higher heat (happened to me yesterday) so they turn out not so great . Still wanna get the AK, thanks for the video and i'm gonna sub to follow more great cooks!

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking us out Paul! And as far as the cook went...I let the O G get away from me. I was spoiled with the automation of the other grills and that was on me😂😂 Can't go wrong with any of these units and if you can grab the Auto... do it bro! Good luck and Cheers! 🍻🍻

[@loseerich493]

Wish your taste tester would've taken a swig of the MA immediately before tasting the 1st rib just to have everything super close/consistent as far as prepping for each bite. Thanks for the video.

[@ramtuff111]

Understood Rich! Like a palette cleanser😉😉 Cheers to you!!🍻🍻

[@loseerich493]

@@ramtuff111 Yep. I'm super torn between which one of the 3 to get (& more so now than I was before finding your channel). Decisions/decisions.

[@ramtuff111]

Keep me posted Rich! Love to see what you decide on 👍🏾

[@doublej963]

I don’t have time to really comment right now, but I will after a bit, but this video kicks ass💯

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks as always brother JJ!

[@BKCCooks]

Great comparison!

[@ramtuff111]

Definitely a fun cook brutha! Thank you🥃🥃

[@theobserver9565]

Did you add any smoking wood?

[@ramtuff111]

I think I added a piece of oak to each grill for this cook🤔🤔

[@wardaddy3456]

Idk bro.. I think its kinda like auto vs fire control so you gotta set o.g at like 240 knowing its going to naturally creep up to 250 - 260. ..o.g was probably burning at like 275 and burnt them jawns up 😅😅

[@ramtuff111]

It was my fault honestly. I was spoiled to the fact I was using controllers and then got sidetracked. It happens. They were still bangin! Just the sauce got a little over done with the sugar. I ate them tho😉😉 Cheers🍻🍻😂😂

[@spiritsofthedistilledkind3633]

Looks like the 980 moves more smoke over the meat. Great comparison!

[@ramtuff111]

I truly believe that also bud! Definitely a fun experiment. I have to do it again with something else. Maybe with briskets or pork shoulders

[@michaelvazquez2234]

Which uses the most charcoal? I've noticed that the Akorns don't seem to get much of a smoke ring. I would assume that means less of a smoke flavor. Correct? Great video!

[@ramtuff111]

Hey Michael! Thanks for checking us out! As far as the charcoal use is concerned... none of them really use too much charcoal at all! They are all very efficient with great heat retention. Smoke rings are more for looks than flavor. Just because you see a smoke ring doesn't guarantee more flavor honestly, just really pretty to look at😉😉 Plenty of smoke flavor from both Akorns. You can't go wrong with any of the 3 and love them all. Good luck on whichever you decide! Cheers🍻🍻

[@mrgerman3333]

Great video Boss

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for checking us out fam! We appreciate that! Cheers! 🍻🤜🏾

[@spiritsofthedistilledkind3633]

Crazy how different they looked. I would have thought for sure the gravity and auto kamado would been closer in appearance.

[@ramtuff111]

I definitely thought the 2 Akorns would have the darker color. All did great tho! Looking forward to the next comparison

[@cynthiasales9864]

Why not take the silver skin off?

[@allbarkallbitebbq]

Those boys look good

[@ramtuff111]

I appreciate you fam! Thank you🍻🍻

[@Ceeple]

I love food channels

[@ramtuff111]

Thanks for stopping by Ceeps👊🏾💨😁

[@Marere38]

He loves to eat!!!

[@ramtuff111]

Absolutely! Nothing wrong with that😋😋😋

[@NevadaScrubJay]

I am looking at buying a Kamado unit but the ceramic ones are so so much more expensive than the Acorn. Kamado Joes run $2000 - $3000. i like the idea of that auto fan Acorn, but reading a ton of reviews, they will fail at some point. Then what??? You can't just pull the fan and go back to the old system. Now, I am think the regular Acorn Kamado for what? $330... My thought is that your cook had to have had different temps and the regular Acorn meat looked to be underdone??? Maybe the older Acorn seal was worn and no longer tight???

[@ramtuff111]

What's up Jay? You can't go wrong with either Akorn if you ask me. As far as the cook went...I was spoiled to the 2 automated ones and didn't realize I was still using the O.G Akorn, so the temp got away from me a bit. The Auto ribs were damn near perfect. Char-Griller stands behind their products with a good warranty and even if it fails which all electronics do at some point..a replacement fan shouldn't be too expensive. But if you just want Kamado style cooking... I'd highly suggest looking into the original Akorn. Cheers🍻🍻

[@NevadaScrubJay]

@@ramtuff111 thanks 🙏🏻

[@ramtuff111]

@@NevadaScrubJay no doubt!

[@btleighs]

you're gonna need a bigger patio soon~

[@ramtuff111]

I'm already on it😂😂

[@otrsmalls252]

i bet that gravity fed smoker stomps the other two. well im hoping anyway

[@faceplantakaraybowman3501]

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