HOW TO Pit Boss Tabletop Pellet Grill + HONEST REVIEW

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Check out this honest, in-depth review of the Pit Boss Tabletop Pellet Grill! In this video, Mr. Greg will walk you through how to use the Pit Boss portable pellet grill, provide specifications & dimensions, and even show how to make some great BBQ! Could this be the perfect pellet grill for the tailgate party?! Thanks for watching and be sure to SUBSCRIBE for more awesome videos!!

[@jonathanbudge]

I got one for my birthday the other day. Excited to try it out. Thanks for the review.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Happy Birthday, partner! Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@tonyvrizuela5804]

My buddy wanted to upgrade and blessed us with this little gem. Thanks for the walk through

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Nice friend! Enjoy it and you’re welcome!

[@GlenC]

I have followed your chicken and pulled pork videos perfectly. Both has turned out amazing. Easy peasy.... Thanks for your videos and all the hard work you put into your channel.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

You’re welcome, partner! Glad to hear of your success! Appreciate the feedback!

[@nancyburnham5666]

Thanks!!! I have been looking at them and seeing this lets me now that this will be big enough!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

You’re welcome, partner! They do hold more food than you’d probably expect. Thanks for watching!

[@pokenomad6855]

Thanks for the video! Great review, it helped in my buying decision.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

You’re welcome, partner! Glad it was helpful! Good luck!

[@terryraines9952]

thanks for sharing, I was looking at the PB 850pro but since I just cook for the wife and I that table top would be more perfect for us

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

You’re welcome, partner! The PB 850pro is very nice with great features, but the tabletop is definitely smaller, heats quicker, and burns less pellets. Really comes down to your usage. Thanks for watching!

[@breakdown7153]

I have been wanting a smoker but don't have room for a giant unit currently, I'm sold on this unit. Great video and that chicken looked damn good.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! I agree with you - great unit in a compact size. Let us know how it goes when you get to cookin!

[@kylergiroux2831]

Whats your thoughts on it? have u picked one up?

[@breakdown7153]

@@kylergiroux2831 I haven't gotten to it. Had some house repairs pop up and now it's winter in Wisco🤣

[@MrShanebizzle]

Helpful video man! That doggie sure was interested in that chicken! 😂

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! Glad to hear it. And, yes, Kimba is always wanting some of our BBQ!

[@alexander2685]

I love that I don't have to get propane tanks ever again and it's electric but still has the bbq taste like over a flame with the pellets.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Yes, partner! Pellet grills are an excellent new option!

[@billpalmer4152]

Thanks I think I will buy one

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

You’re welcome, partner! Good luck!

[@ep8346]

I subbed because you look like my favorite teacher

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Awesome, partner! Sounds like a good looking teacher!

[@amysoto9284]

Great video!!!!!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! Hope it helped you out!

[@gregoryburkhead7813]

Great video . Initial startup the top should be open until the Smoke Clears.. but other than that .. great job

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! Appreciate it.

[@blogchef9508]

Appreciate your videos. I decided to purchase this grill after watching this. Smoked a couple of whole chickens and they were amazing. Smoking a brisket flat right now. I am curious if you have tried smoking a turkey on this pellet grill and how big of a turkey would be possible? Maybe if it was cut in half. What do you think?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thank you, partner! I’ve been meaning to smoke a whole turkey but haven’t done one yet. I think it could probably handle a 10-12 pounder. Will let you know when I get to try it out. Good luck!

[@Lisa-de2rr]

Great videos very helpful-I just purchased this smoker. I need a cover for it. Where can I order one? Thanks

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! You may want to double-check the size, but this one might work: amzn.to/3FWlCrP

[@justpassingthrough4802]

Good job 👏. Chicken looks 👍

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! I appreciate it!!

[@44sallyk]

Thinking of getting one today, looks like a good size for just me, myself & I - Target has 30% off! Great video, do you think a lamb leg would also fit? How high is the cooking space if you remove the top grill like you did here? THANKS!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! I think it would fit. The height inside is pretty high. It can easily fit a roast without touching the lid. Sounds like you found a great deal - good luck!

[@alanfowler5087]

Ty just got 40%off at target sale now.$150.00 last 1 lol

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@alanfowler5087 that’s awesome, partner! You will enjoy it! Great deal.

[@44sallyk]

@@alanfowler5087 I totally scored and got it half off for $122!! I think it was accidentally marked as a repackaged but it looks fine and like it had never been opened to me! Glad you also scored a mega-deal. Just did my first cook, tri-tip and romanesco cauliflower magic geometry vegetable all smoked delicious!!

[@rickw4160]

@@alanfowler5087 slightly different model. Certain models have a plastic handle instead of metal, and some have folding handles, others do not

[@idontgiveadamn79]

Is it possible to put a griddle in there in place of the grill that comes with it?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! I don’t see why not. If you can’t get just the right size you could place a griddle on top of the grates. Good idea!

[@chrischeries7151]

I enjoyed the video, and the family oriented atmosphere. Some of these reviewers are a little flakey, but you da man.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! That means a lot!

[@dillbill4531]

Does it have a cord that needs to be plugged in or does it recharge or something along the lines

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! It has to be plugged into an outlet. Thanks for watching!

[@kbev49]

Just bought this grill today at Walmart. Have not used it yet. Do we have to install batteries in it?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! No batteries, but it will have to be plugged into an outlet to work. Good luck!

[@nickfraley29]

Just bought one! Do you think it’s safe to cook on one of those plastic fold out tables?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! I would be cautious cooking on anything flammable or that could melt. Good luck!

[@BBQdude719]

I just biught 1 and it sounds like the fan is pulsating at temps set below 350. Does yours sound like that? I di like it so far besides that.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! I’ve never experienced that pulsating sound. If you still have the box maybe exchange it?

[@ricktaylor26]

people have had problems with the pellets in the hopper catching fire they're calling it back burn .Have you had problems with this smoker ?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! That has not happened to me. I also do a high heat burn-off at the end of each cook. Haven’t had the hopper catch fire at all yet. Thanks for watching!

[@Cmon_Nah123]

How do you empty out the hopper after each use? I just bought one last night but hasn’t used it yet.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! If the ashes are cool you can suck them out with a shop vac. I find that I can scoop most of them out by hand before I cook and then only vacuum periodically. Best of luck - you’ll enjoy it!

[@Cmon_Nah123]

@@MRGREGSHOWTO thank you 🙏

[@GlenC]

What final internal temp are you looking for?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! I go for 170F for the chicken. Thanks for watching!

[@ipaisnice]

Magic hands.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! That’s right!

[@jinheu5119]

They have this on clearance at Walmart for $79 plus tax Brand New do you think that’s a good deal should I get it?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! $79 is the lowest price I’ve ever seen for this model. If you want a new grill/smoker, go for it!

[@ryanjohnson6646]

Any idea what power it requires? Looking at using a Jackery to power it and not sure which one to get

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey, partner! I’m not sure, but I would guess under 500 watts. I have another video powering it with a 1000 watt generator with ease. Thanks for watching!

[@krewlife333]

I want to say that I read it takes a trager ranger 400 at startup then 50 after that but google it to be sure

[@JustlifeTomSandraYordi]

How do you like the device. I read a lot of complaints about the hopper catching fire

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! I am a big fan of this grill and have never had any burnback issues. Thanks for watching!

[@Aussiedoxie]

Always vacuum any unused pellets from burner cup after use. Also wipe down the inside of the smoker. This will help with burn back

[@georgejordan3621]

Have a question , does the fan make a slight surge up and down on the lower settings, like the 200F -250F range? Is this normal?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! For the most part, my unit stays within 20-25 degrees of the target temp at all times (usually much closer than that). Never had any major surges anywhere near 50 degrees. Thanks for watching!

[@clintkoevort3756]

yup my buddies does and its new

[@Jdubviewer]

Yeah, its normal unfortunately.

[@tammyjobrown2412]

Mine does that to. Is it normal?

[@BurkaLifter]

@@tammyjobrown2412 they all do that, the brain of the control board cycles, fan and auger pulses as needed to keep temperature steady

[@user-jz5gj9zq5p]

Is it battery operated or plug in I'm kinda confused how it's fuel and starts the burn process

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! It runs on a power cord. Normal household outlet or gas generator.

[@PawSativeVibez]

You keep the grate open when smoking ? Or do you shut it when smoking?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! I shut the grate when smoking to prevent flare-ups. Thanks for watching!

[@PawSativeVibez]

@@MRGREGSHOWTO so it will still smoke with out the slits opened?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@PawSativeVibez absolutely. The slits are for flames to escape in the case of grilling burgers, steaks, or other high temp items.

[@ddynoah9208]

My pellets keep getting hung up in the grate can it be removed

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! I haven’t had that problem so I’m not sure. I’ll take a look at the grate tomorrow.

[@MC5EVP1981]

Appreciate the video. I have an offset smoker, but I live in MN and it's way too cold to stand out there hours on end. I'm thinking of getting one of these. You like yours?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! Yes, I really like it. Very easy and does an excellent job. Thanks for watching!

[@orlandoavalos76]

I Have The Pit Boss Mahogany Limited Series....Wich I Scored With A Price Error For $90.... Works Awesome.... I also Have The Austin Xl ..Scored for $180 For No Shelf.... And A Ranch Hand Fold Away....$100... Love My Stick Burners and Barrel Cookers...But Need These For A Quick Cook...!!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@orlandoavalos76 that’s awesome, partner! Happy grilling!!

[@dennybowman]

Says this smoker is electric, but I did not see how the power source was connected to yours. Could you please elaborate on that?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! It has a 3-prong plug that you must plug into a standard outlet. Can also be run on a generator if you are camping.

[@TheMikeGuy420]

I've heard issues with these catching fire? Have you have experienced that or heard of that happening?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! I burn mine off at high temp after every cook and at that point have occasional flare ups. If you let the grease build up over time I could definitely see a fire develop. Never had fire outside the firebox though.

[@Aussiedoxie]

Always vacuum any left pellets out of the burner pan after any use. Wipe down the inside after each use also. My big pit boss I use aluminum foil over the steel and also put the Boston butts on pans with grates to make clean time easier. I’m thinking of getting this small table top one for times when I’m just doing a small meal.

[@the-bu3lb]

How ya supposed to use it if your camping with you need to plug this in wouldn’t be better if you use batteries for the temp

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

That’s true, partner. You either need power or some sort of generator for these pellet grills. If no power source I’d recommend propane or charcoal.

[@jamespavlinik6481]

Nice review, but does it have a PID controller? My Trager Ranger didn't and temp swings caused me to return it.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

I’m not sure, partner. In my experience, temperature swings on this unit haven’t really exceeded about 15 degrees. Thanks for watching!

[@johnrussell9814]

Do you have to take crate off to slid the plate to seat?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy partner! Yes, you have to take the grate off to slide the plate to sear. Thanks for watching!

[@Jdubviewer]

No, i use a chop stick to push it left or right

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@Jdubviewer good idea, partner!

[@topdragster365w]

Could you do whole Turkey?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Absolutely, partner! Check out our channel where we have a video smoking a whole Turkey!

[@tonylinkous7940]

How does this one match up to the Asmoke model

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey, partner! I have never used an Asmoke so I really can’t say. If I ever get a chance to review one I will post a video. Thanks for watching!

[@tonylinkous7940]

@@MRGREGSHOWTO Theres a big price difference between them.

[@judichristopher4604]

SO SAD... I "Clicked" on the webpage for the pitboss, amazon and it said the page could not be found!!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Sorry to hear that, partner! If they aren't on Amazon I know that they are usually carried by Walmart. Good luck!

[@judichristopher4604]

@@MRGREGSHOWTO Thank you...

[@dafrasier1]

The Bio Lite camp stove produces enough electricity to run its own fan. Why don't the bigger Pits also produce their own electricity? Thus eliminating the BIG battery.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Great idea, partner! I think you may be on to something!

[@broccolihart1]

Nicel

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner!

[@freeze6514]

Proper startup is on smoke with lid open till smoke dissipates then set to temp pellet grills explode during startup with lid down please read manual

[@ryanmcginnis2553]

Welp they should pay you because im buying one for our camper now

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Never paid by Pit Boss, but hope you enjoy the new grill!

[@JRoss-zxzx]

4:40 "did someone say chicken?"

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Howdy, partner! Thanks for watching!

[@gggreviews4888]

I purchased this unit a few months ago and used it about five times cleaning it out after each use. I just used it to cook a pork butt and after about eight hour it over heated and damaged itself. Pit Boss will not stand behind their product to replace it. The customer service agent refused to transfer me to a supervisor. This is a terrible company with terrible customer service. This is not a safe grill.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Sorry to hear that, partner! Hope that someone helps you to resolve the issue.

[@Tomcat1957]

Hound dog approved, lol

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Yes, partner! Kimba is always on the search for food!

[@chrisyerp174]

No review on Temps no thermal images but you didn't give info on how the auger and hot surface igniter work for all them first time people. ,give a review after 100 smokes we wanna see how it holds up not after the 3rd cook , it doesn't come with a probe in the manual!!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks for the feedback, partner! Will try to come out with some of the content you suggested. Stay tuned!

[@chadprowse2551]

Have you done burgers on here ?

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner. Unfortunately, I have not, but I’m sure they’d be good. It gets plenty hot. Going to do a brisket tomorrow - will post a video!

[@chadprowse2551]

How long are you thinking on a brisket ??

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@chadprowse2551 probably about 8 hours. I separated the point from the flat to fit it all at once. On the smoker now, should have a video out this evening. Stay tuned!!

[@chadprowse2551]

Sweet, did you marinate it? I just looked at this pit boss last night want to get something for the camper. I think this might just be it.

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@chadprowse2551 no, I usually just dry rub the briskets. The pit boss would be great for the camper. Stay tuned to check it out!!

[@donniebasham7114]

The lid supposed to be open until the smoke dissipates. Just saying!!!

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! That is a good point.

[@freeze6514]

Next time clean the fire pot out first or your going to get a burn back eventually bro

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Thanks, partner! Great tip!

[@hazman440]

Absolute junk ... buy a Pellet Pro Sidekick

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

Hey partner! Mine has served me well so far, but I’ll have to check out your recommendation. Thanks for watching!

[@hazman440]

@@MRGREGSHOWTO I'm sorry, maybe you got a good one but the one I got last year at Lowe's back burned every time (4-5) I tried using it. I retuned it and bought the Pellet Pro Sidekick after watching Tom Horsman's review of it ... they are built like tanks.

[@mattd19902010]

So a pellet grill more than twice the cost is better who would of thought. 🤡

[@MRGREGSHOWTO]

@@mattd19902010 thanks for watching, partner!

[@richardwelch9796]

@@hazman440 what does "back burned" mean?