Char-Griller Grand Champ XD vs. OKJoe's Longhorn: What Persuaded My Purchase?

In this video, I am back home in the Great Lake State of the USA. I had plans to get an offset smoker well before coming home. Here is what made me go with the purchase I made! @pauliedetmurds
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[@PoorGuyOutdoor]

First of all, congratulations! All valid points. Ya know, I got my Oklahoma Joe’s Highland for Christmas. Dawn told me to pick the one I wanted. Like you, I was all over the OKJ. “Not the long horn however “. Did my research and that Char Griller was the one I wanted. At the time it would have been over 700 bucks. And as you know, I am The PoorGuy for a reason. I ended up with the OKJ Highland because it was half the price. There is no doubt that Char Griller is superior. But I tell you what, I love mine. Paulie, I’m completely happy for you and look forward to some great stick burner videos! Oh. The PoorGuy magnet survived!!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I focused on the Longhorn because it is the largest offset from OKJ. In my opinion, smaller offsets are harder to maintain a good heat disbursement. Very important to me. You know I love OKJ's products, but I had no reason to pay more for less. I wouldn't go out and say Char-Griller is superior, but in this comparison, I feel it is. I love your channel, and yes your magnet is still rock'n! God Bless!

[@DesertLifeCooks]

Nice purchase. I know we can expect many smoker vids in the future! Looking forward to it! 👍

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Well, with winter apon us,...not sure how many more I will be able to do,..but this thing is "for life"! Thanks, and God Bless!

[@KritikaSarin]

Ohh..you are back home!! Nice to hear about your purchase..would be fun to see more cooking in it!!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

It shall happen! Thank You Young Lady!

[@TheBeardedItalian]

Excellent comparison video, sir! I have been thinking for a couple of years now about getting an offset smoker, I could’ve had several with all the guitars that I have purchased lately!😂 can’t wait to see it in action. So glad to see you back at home. 46°! I would give up some thing to see that at this point in Oklahoma! But no colder. Lol take care of yourself, sir and I will catch you on the next one.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Talk about guitars,...my brother has two Byrdland guitars (he is is Ted Nugent for a tribute band!) It is suppose to warm up here, and I am happy about that. When you get one, do your own research and go with what you want! Thank You!

[@TOMGARVEYtheKETOCOOK]

Nice, glad you made it home Paulie...

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I sure did,....and I appreciate you watching!

[@notallsmoke]

Nice looking rig, Paulie. I was going to get that one...still want it...but I like the look of it, and the slide out grates are a super plus. I'm looking forward to seeing some cooks on it👊🏽

[@PaulieDetmurds]

So HAPPY You watched this! You made my day Bro! I did some stuff on it already, but looking at doing a pork loin on it tomorrow? A big one! Thank You!

[@jerrypredmore8793]

I researched the Oklahoma Joe reverse flow smoker and almost got one.then watched more on the grand champ XD. I bought it with some mods to assist in temp controls. I’ve been able in just a few cooks to maintain proper cooking temps and almost totally illuminate temp spikes. And come out with great smoked items. Only other smoker I would get is the one with an insulated firebox.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Amen and God Bless you for that! Thanks for watching.

[@TropicalTimInthePhilippines]

I agree. It looks better and has some great features. Get grillin' Paulie! Glad you made it back safely!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thanks Tim. It is quiet back here at home. Nobody watching my every move, no kids playing outside. Nice but I miss some of the noise to be honest. I am happy with this offset,..thank Brother and see you back at your channel!

[@whitepinesbbq6880]

Glad to see you made it back home. Very nice overview. It's a Smoker I haven't thought about, but might look into it.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You, good to be back. As for these kind of smokers, I find it to be very limited on what is out there. I just narrowed it down to what I thought is best for me. Thank You Whitepinesbbq6880!

[@bman26793]

I think the only way to know for sure is if @OklahomaJoesSmoker sends you one of their smokers to compare it 😉. I'm so excited to see what you're going to smoke up. Can't wait. I'm glad to see you're back home and looking happy.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I am sure they work just fine, but I got the one I wanted based on it's features. I would surely take one right now from OKJoe's, but probably sell it on Marketplace! Thanks B-Man!

[@bman26793]

@@PaulieDetmurds haha yeah I was trying to tag them so you could get a free one. Also, as your #1 fan, I request that when you start smoking, you show as much of every step of the process from beginning to eating it as possible. 😄

[@cookingwithtrish]

Glad you’re back home , safe . 😊

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You Trish!

[@DiggingForHealth]

Glad to see you made it home safely and you're back to grilling again!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You! Will be making a lot of pizza too!

[@2AChef-n-BBQ]

Great buy, you will enjoy that for sure. Welcome back, cant wait to see what you do👍🏼🇺🇸🥃

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I will do IT ALL! Sorry about your sticker.

[@2AChef-n-BBQ]

@@PaulieDetmurds no worries.....Ill get more🤣

[@BigLewBBQ]

I think Ken at Ken Rogers Outdoors, likes his Char-Griller a lot. Good review, I think you made a good decision over the OKG. Glad you got back to the States I time for College Football season.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Just in time to see the Wolverines win the National Title, and the Lions to go to the Super Bowl. Heck Yeah! Ken Rogers,....guy has a fun and larger channel than my channel,..but what I have to say to many of these channels who have this offset is,...read the owner's manual for God's sake! Bless You Big,....LEW! And thank YOU!

[@CookingAroundTheWorld]

I can't wait to see this in operation. You look very much more relaxed now you are at home in you own backyard. A mans backyard is his kingdom and you almost have a complete outdoor kitchen in yours. I think Paulie's backyard , The Movie, is waiting to be made......

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Yes,..a bit more relaxed, but life costs so much more at home compared to the Philippines. Food quality is great now being home! Thank You!!!

[@hardtruth2039]

I went with the Grand Champ and I am tickled to death. I spent a lot of time sealing and seasoning it. I added a chimney extension, use the ash pan as a tuning plate and lined the firebox with fire brick. This is my first offset and I’m very happy with it. I rub it down with bacon grease on every cook to keep the rust at bay. I picked mine up for $539 with my veteran’s discount.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I have seen these mods on YT and still trying to get a feel for it's performance. As of the reply, I did cook off some ribs, whole chicken and drumsticks in the same cook. Had some interesting results based on where I placed the food items. I purchased mine and it was selling for like $617 but I used my military discount and that took off about 60 some dollars. (retired Navy Chief!)

[@hardtruth2039]

@@PaulieDetmurds mine ended up being delivered missing parts yesterday. Instead of returning it they gave me a huge discount for my trouble. I contacted char-grilled and they are sending the parts.

[@CookingwithAnadi]

hey wow your trip in the Philippines really seemed to have flown by! nice to see you back and I enjoyed the video!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I miss family there, but yes, nice to get back to the Motherland! Thank You Anadi!

[@cookingwithsherry]

Very nice! Great way to celebrate your return to home

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thanks Sherry! I think, my happiness ends up as the Little Lady's happiness when I cook! LOL Much like you with Dave!

[@Nassimacuisine69]

Big big like very nice ❤

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You!

[@GeorgeNadaYT]

This thing is a beast. If the Oklahoma Joe's had 2 grill grates like the Grand Champ, I'd get the Oklahoma Joe's but the Oklahoma Joe's also has porcelain covered grill grates which I don't like.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Great point,...perfectly said!

[@peterlai9018]

The OKJ Longhorn and HIghland can work very well. It's just that one needs to do a lot of mods to them - the Highland is really bad.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

It works very good for me as it is. I do have another video on my concerns for it though. Thanks for you comment, you are not alone in what you say either, I know that. Very much appreciate ya too!

[@distlledbrewedreviewed]

Bigger, heavier, and less expensive. Sounds like a winner to me.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Amen to that! Now I need some big beers! Cheers Brother!

[@blackiowa]

Welcome home Paulie. Im sure that grill will get put to good use

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I love this offset smoker! Thanks!

[@ateshevlogs8798]

Beautiful grilling and expensive watching ads

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You ATE!

[@mikesimpson9997]

Looks good I hope it serves you well. Now I just need some meat pictures to make me happy lol.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I did the first cook on it today. Fully enjoyed it!

[@user-rj9pq6bi3g]

That cheap offset Char broil, they bought Oklahoma Joe. Might be a good reason to buy char griller now XD

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Been that way for a while though, but I hear ya! Thank You!

[@JeansVlogs]

Good to see you back home safe. That is a grate (😂) griller! Looks really good! Does it make you miss the sun crust grill? It’s warm back here in the Philippines. Mosquitoes- something both Michigan and the Philippines have in common... Have a nice day! -jomz

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Hey, I do miss the Philippines! It should be blistering hot here still, but at the time of this recording, I think it was only 73 degrees F. Heck yes I do miss the Sun Crust, as well as my RUSI "motor" as it is called in the Philippines! Thank You so much Jomz! God Bless!

[@OldCountryCooks]

Nice review Paulie! I think the OKJ too much money mostly for the name. Have a great Labor day weekend my friend! Chef John & Rebecca

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Yep, I fully agree! I thank You for the comment and of course for watching!

[@dsquebackyardbbq217]

Welcome home brother! I'm so glad that you are happy with your purchase. You make a very compelling point about the char-griller. Their akorn kamado is really nice as well and a fraction of the cost. Those grates are much better than the okl but the only thing that would have me still going with the longhorn is that you can go reverse flow or offset. I think that it came with a basket as well. I'll have to check for a firebox brace. That is genius. That stack is nice as well. It really side by side out checks longhorn. Way to research that out!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

And I can't speak on the reverse flow, but they cost an additional 100 dollars or so. (I know I showed a pic of the reverse flow, but I was talking about the non reverse flow Longhorn) I just looked at the websites, there are no obvious indications of a support bracket for the Longhorn. I appreciate your comment and thoughts, God Bless and thank You so much for watching!

[@KellersGrillzebo]

Congratulations on your purchase, Paulie! Everything you stated in this video are the same reasons I went with the XD. I really liked the Longhorn Reverse Flow, but it just doesn't have the surface area that the Grand Champ does. I REALLY liked the reversible smoke stack on the Longhorn, but not for $100 extra dollars. The firebox mount was a great selling point, too. I had an Okie Joe Highland, like the Poor Guy has, but gave it to my son's friend when I got my Pitt Boss 1150PS. I quickly began to miss cooking on an offset, so I went with the Grand Champ XD. I'm SO glad I did! I have a few videos of some simple mods I did on mine, so if you're interested, check them out on my channel. Rock on, brother, and thanks for your support!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Oh,...the reverse flow costs even more. (I didn't mean to show the pic of that one). I like having the variable smoker methods with the smokers I now have. Time will determine if I will want to do mods...at this point I don't have any really planned, and I will explain that later on this channel. Hey,...I appreciate your great comment!

[@CAJUNRNEWBBQ]

Glad you're back. If I had the cash I would have gotten that one, but I went highland cause it was cheaper and Lowes was running a discount on the one I got. 😂. Turned out nothing was wrong with it.

[@CaptainBailey4007]

Oh boy!!! That’s an awesome looking grill! Can’t wait to see sone meat 🥩 🤤🍻

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Lol,....ME TOO!

[@LibertyLover5103]

Now all you need is some Mesquite wood to make exquisite smoked meats.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Not too fond of Mesquite. I am using sugar maple from a huge tree I had cut down over a year ago. Not as strong as Mesquite. Exquisite,....I like that!

[@SigIsJunk-sj7ds]

Chargriler owns Oklahoma Joe and is made in the same factory in china.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

@@SigIsJunk-sj7ds in the end, it is all made in China, but different ownerships. Char Broil does not own Char-Griller. Middleby owns Char-Griller. In the end, yes both made in China. (Char Broil is owned by W.C. Bradley Co. )

[@Ritanarecipes]

This is a great grill. Such a great purchase!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Thank You Young Lady and I appreciate you watching. I love this thing! God Bless!

[@HappyPlaceCooking]

Welcome home! It really is a nice grill, but I was reading PoorGuys comment and I know we would never buy one. I was actually thinking I need to change my channel name to tightwad cooking 😂 cuz we always look for the cheaper. Heck, we got our grill/smoker on clearance. Cuz we don't like to pay full prices for stuff like that. Course we aren't hard core smokers either. We just do it once in a while. We're on the go a lot and it's hard to find time to smoke meats. So that would be another reason for us not to spend big bucks on one. I look forward to seeing the yummy goodnesses you will be making on that grill. I really don't want cold weather, but cooler would be great. I did notice that it was a bit cooler this morning. But I'm sure our summer here isn't over yet. Oh and here I thought the mosquito was our state bird lol.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I did buy the cheaper. I also used my military discount, so I ended up paying about $550. Remember, these are considered C.O.S. I know what you mean though. I hope I don't disappoint you in making some great stuff. Time is limited, snow will be coming before we know it. On a good note, there won't be any mosquitoes! Thank You, greatly appreciated!

[@HappyPlaceCooking]

@@PaulieDetmurds There is no rule that says you can't smoke some yummy meats in the snow!!

[@cooknbbq53]

I love Char-Griller. Don't own one yet, but I will. 👍🍺💯

[@PaulieDetmurds]

OK,...that is cool news! Can't wait to see some INDY Speedway Ribs!

[@convilcali]

I want one so bad

[@recipesbyroxy]

wooow

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I know! Wooooow!

[@stanthehandyman3719]

now you need to have a Labor Day bar b q.

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Ok,... come on over, and bring some pig or cow! Chicken even! Get back to me!

[@DrunkenChefBbq]

Overall this smoker is awesome. I have used it many times as u already kno. Glad to see u pulled the trigger and got u one. I look forward to ur first cook. 🫡

[@PaulieDetmurds]

I know that just from watching your channel. I kind of giggled the first time I seen one of your vids using a stink'n Char-Griller Smoker,...but man,..... I have learned a big lesson. It is the best of it's kind. I know it, you know it, and we both need to show it! God Bless and Thank You!

[@DrunkenChefBbq]

Haha ur not the first to giggle about it. But its all good. Happy smoking brother👊