Lone Star Grillz Offsets VS Insulated Cabinet Smokers

[@terry6869]

I own both types of pits and I much prefer the insulated cabinet over the offset because it is so much easier to cook on without constant tending. For our BBQ Cooking team, 3S Cookers, we have 4 of the large cabinet smokers and they are idiot proof. We use BBQ Guru's and that makes life so easy to smoke large quantities of meat. Great channel and great information you are providing.

[@goreecarr5850]

I went with the large insulated cabinet and I'm extremely hsppy..it cooks great and much faster without the hassle of constant fire watching..I'm happy with my purchase.

[@crjudd]

Love the lights that are still on the house! True southerner!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

LOL! Yep

[@mkaz411]

Like the versatility of the stick burner, and ordered the LSG 20" x 36" a couple weeks ago. Can't wait to try some of your ideas on mine!

[@beersn0b]

The Pit Barrel has me so spoiled, it's now the only smoker I have. Keep up the good work!

[@granvillemurray1652]

Great gloves!! Used them at my daughter's house the other night and loved them. would love to have a pair.

[@jimbocuejimbocue3872]

Offset without a doubt, old-school, true blue Pit BBQ. Very versatile, many wats to use it other than the stick burner. Once I am done here in the Middle East I will have me one from Lonestar Grills thanks to you. Long Beach.

[@AE-ur6tt]

Those are some real beef fajita tacos with a real authentic salsa. In my personal opinion your channel is one of the top 3 bbq channels in KZbin.

[@InsaneD602]

I never even thought about upgrading to outside skirt I’m going to check it out now though

[@progers5019]

Hey Rus, very glad you are feeling better. First, congrats to both Scott at The Real Show BBQ, and Sandy at Jus Piddlin. Two great guys and channels. So good to see you in front of the camera again with smoke rollin. Everytime you show that offset from the front close up, the quality of workmanship and metal works just shines. I love it. Even though the mini is also quality going to bed and is a dedicated smoker, I would go with the offset. I like that you can use both wood and charcoal, I like everything about it that you named. When I ended up with mine, I had gone to their web site and watched every video I could find on the LSG. Since I was just beginning in smokin stuff, I was hesitant to go big including the cost. I ended up with a pretty good one with good metal in it, but it's no LSG for sure. That huge firebox, the half inch top griddle, size, precision doors and just large everything. Like yo said, depending on your ability, age, handicapps the mini may work better from that standpoint. This video on the Matador Meat Flank Steak was outstanding. Mouth was watering watching you cut that steak up, then ate it in front of us. lol Well enough, you got me goin Big Dog. See Ya.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Phil, and I appreciate the comments

[@JusPiddlinBBQ]

Outstanding human being Rus! Your generosity is very appreciated indeed, and you inspire me to keep plugging along! I'd pick the offset because I think piddlin with the fire, smelling the smoke, and smelling the meat cook is part of the experience. Outstanding video comparison, and as always...Smoky Ribs!

[@EverydayBBQ]

Jus' Piddlin BBQ you deserve this buddy! You’re doing great and I’m so happy for you!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you Sandy! I hope you do keep on keeping on brother! Your doing a great job and I want to see you keep growing your channel.

[@waynephillips2777]

Great Video Rus. I think the right answer on the grills is both!!

[@dennismurray4808]

Great explanation of the basic pros and cons of the two different smokers, very helpful. Tacos look fantastic.

[@thepatio5702]

I like the offset. I'm a traditional smoker and all about the experience. don't get me wrong I also like the set it and forget it but I enjoy the whole tending the fire experience. Awesome video!

[@donaldhiggins3285]

I would go with the offset because you have more options for cooking. Enjoyed the video, great comparison info.

[@Drillpress11]

Loved the comparison of the smokers...appreciate your work to help us with our cooking...

[@oren5230]

That Lonestar looks like it is getting seasoned well. You rock Rus.

[@Nanook6]

I'm kinda mad at you, Rus. I've spent the last two weeks painstakingly researching my next smoker purchase and had pretty much settled on a quality insulated vertical unit from another great company. I made the mistake of watching this video tonight. Now I'm all up in the air again! Man, you make that offset so tempting!!! Great video, and great channel.

[@Nanook6]

Couple questions on that firebox griddle: 1) If I were grilling burgers on that thing every week, how would I best keep it clean? 2) Would the griddle get hot enough to sear burgers while I'm using the smoker, or would I need to build a really hot fire to grill? I'm wondering if this unit would do both well, or if grilling would mess up my smoking and vice versa. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I just scrape off the food and wipe it down good like any other griddle, and spray a little canola oil on it afterwards. You can certainly use the griddle as a hot plate for beans or whatever while smoking meat, but I don't think I would try to sear burgers on it at the same time. I normally raise the fire grate up to the next level closer to the griddle when grilling and that would mess with how the smoker works, because while smoking, it is always at it's lowest position.

[@Theeightmilebend]

Extremely informative video as usual Rus. The tacos looked amazing as i am sure they were.

[@sheldonthebutcherprospect4612]

Love all your videos , you have got the best cooking toys .

[@bluecollarbbq7681]

I'm a fan of the insulated upright smoker, living in Wisconsin, I need the insulated smoker so I can cook in the winter months.

[@bassline-FL]

This one has got me wanting to make some skirt stake street tacos! You definitely have a passion and I really enjoy your videos.

[@walcrow7319]

Taco's look good enough to eat through the monitor....Outstanding!

[@finny5093]

I try not to get too excited about upcoming videos.....truly like the info regarding those amazing cookers. You must be so proud about your channel. when it started and where it is now. thx for putting in the time for us viewers

[@poisonious1964]

Great return video, I have the pit barrel cooker and saving up for the off set.

[@tangojoe9694]

Stick burner fan here, dig the offset life, that Lonestar is a great machine. This is a real cool video Rus!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I'm right there with ya Joe! Love my offset man. Thanks for checking the video out Joe! I always appreciate you brother!

[@rayguest565]

I have a offset , pellet and a Webber kettle. Just wanted to say great video.

[@LittleBJT]

Rus, those look awesome. Love your videos.

[@Ridgerider13]

Great comparison and video. Since you asked which one we would pick, for me it would be the insulated cooker. I have both types and find it way too hard to cook on a stick burner in the cold climates where I live. The insulated cookers allow me to barbecue pretty much year round. And like you pointed out, the taste of the meat coming off both types of cookers is very close.

[@daytona200]

Glad to hear you're feeling better Rus! I would take the insulated. I live in a cold and wet area, with a brief summer, so the less time I have to spend outside, the better. Finding smoking wood is also difficult, but charcoal is always around.

[@chukinsfanmasterchief7722]

What a legend Russ, always great to watch from Melbourne Australia. We are sweating through summer here. lends itself to outdoor cooking.

[@ericdyke4103]

This was extremely helpful, thanks for doing it. Great point about using the offset with the charcoal basket and guru if you ever want to do a cook and sleep. Seems like the best of both worlds?

[@MrCamOCam]

I go with an offset. I have the Stumps Insulated Gravity Smoker so I have the vertical smoker part taken care of lol! I’m a big fan of your videos!

[@Kauthor1]

Great video and nice comparison into both smokers

[@johnthacker7483]

Glad your back..i was starting to suffer withdrawls.

[@timspangler4694]

Great job Russ!! Offset for me. Keep up the great job.

[@j.j.gonzalez9586]

Good looking fajitas! I've had outside skirt once definitely can tell the difference in tenderness

[@davidsz69]

Loved the review of the smokers. Those street tacos looked amazing! Keep up the great videos.

[@christinebruce9549]

I just watched your video and thought it very informative. I have a kamado joe and a Pro Q smoker. Love the taco s I’ll try and get the skirt have not heard it called ‘outside ‘ skirt before. Thanks again for the information and instruction. Chris

[@Rudeness2]

I can SMELL the SMOKE from here!! Now I need some grilled tacos... Good video 👍👍

[@evdoby]

Nice video. Appreciated the explanation of the two smoker types. Oh, liked the Abom79 tee, too.

[@HeavyMetalBarBQue]

Hey Rus! Offset for the Summer! Insulated for the Winter! Want to mention.......With my reverse flow pit......I have about a 20 to 25 degree variance from side to side. They're not perfectly tuned, So you do have some options with upper shelf or lower shelf placement or side to side. I really like the Offset Vertical designed Pits.....That's were it's at IMO! I NEED ONE!!! Someday maybe! \m/

[@Polarzbek]

Looks so delicious. Glad you are back, love the videos!

[@1marktanderson]

Offset for me. Easy decision. I’m sitting on 10 acres of oak and hickory But would love a cabinet smoker as well! 😎

[@jamessteele1333]

Awesome tacos, I am considering the mini over the off set myself.

[@johnjackson-pu3xo]

Love your videos, it has changed my grilling game, thanks Russ

[@pauladams1112]

Great tacos. Those are some sweet cookers nice job. I prefer the offset

[@TheScamilla]

One of my favorite channels!

[@TheAubiewan]

Great video. If I had to choose I would go with the mini.

[@Bob.Loblaw.Bob.Loblaw]

You rock Rus! Please keep up the great work!

[@daddydutchbbq]

Thanks for the side by side comparison Russ !Love you videos

[@reelsaltytx7351]

Another awesome video. I have a LSG 24x48. I am always trying to smoke something different. Love your channel

[@k9merle]

Nice video. Had the JD beans for the Super Bowl and man were they great.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you enjoyed them! We sure love em too :)

[@dewayneandrews642]

Awesome that u hav the privilege of havin both Offset & Insulated Smoker ; but 4 me I wld want the offset.. Simply because I think that wld all that I need..I talked to u b4 bout purchasing a LSG.. I use to want the 24"×60" ; but I find that 1 wld be to big 4 me.. I'll be comfortable with the 20"×42"offset smoker .. I'll be primarily cookn 4 my family... friends come over sumtimes.. That Insulated smoker is nice ; but I already have a 14"wsm & I still want the 22"wsm.. U say that if u dnt feel like monitoring offset then u just load up Insulated smoker with charcoal & couple of wood chunks ,load up your meat(s) & basically set it & forget it.. I myself I can do that with my 14" wsm.. But in all i am really impressed with all of ur recipes that I've watched so far.. Keep up the good work Mr. Rus...KEEP REPRESENTING THE GULF COAST 🤙👌

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Great video Rus enjoyed the pit review and those tacos looked fantastic.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you Chef Johnny! Glad you enjoyed the video and sure appreciate you stopping by and watching!

[@zxzxJoKeRThEiFzxzx]

Looks super tasty, love your vids as always. Those gloves are awesome !

[@shapp76]

Great vid. Also a big fan of the LoneStar Grillz. Hope to pull the trigger on a cabinet smoker this year. Good looking tacos!

[@PAPATexas]

The Real Show BBQ is a good guy! Nice shout outs! Awesome offset, nice explanation on it! That is a big smoker! I haven't move to solid wood yet. Both are awesome! Cool wheels! I'm not sure which one I would pick. Oh yea, gloves! Nice veggie cook. Good looking taco! 👍

[@PAPATexas]

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[@PAPATexas]

We got Booger500US and Paivi Project in the contest! Would love for Rus!

[@dropmatty]

Russ, these tacos look amazing. Keep up the awesome videos!!

[@willydoitbettydont9100]

You got skills .When i watch i get hungry every time. Great vids.

[@Jasonkeefephotography]

Would love to get an offset. I love being outside, tending to a fire. It's almost like therapy after a long week at work. Unfortunately gonna have to stick to my two kettles and pit barrel. Way outside my budget!!! Love your videos!!!

[@raadkins16]

Thank you for doing this video! I was looking for a comparison as I am trying to choose between the offset and insulated cabinet from Lonestar. This video was perfect and helped me figure out the best plan for my needs. Thanks again, and keep making great videos!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielrichards2580]

Have you there large cabinet smoker looks really nice.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I haven't owned the large, but it is nice. The mini has a lot of room and plenty for me.

[@Allenkcn]

I would rather have the offset because there is alot more flavor that you will never get from charcoal. I have a off set and i use hickory and apple or hikory and a little maple with pork. Hickory and pecan with chicken. Great video thanks for your delicious videos

[@nokomisjeff]

Missed you and glad you're back

[@philipjosey9315]

Great video Russ! I enjoy them all.

[@aliciadavidson5005]

LOVE street tacos!!! Thanks for the recipe Rus!! Ron said put us in the drawing he needs those gloves! LOL

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Hi Alicia! Tell Ron to watch the next video. This comment may just show up. You never know with these random picker thingys

[@BrandonPowell]

Glad to see you made another video. I noticed you started slowing down a little bit. Hope your not getting bored with them. Hopefully this time around I can win a set of them gloves.

[@gvc56100]

Long awaited video Russ , thanks 2 great cooking smokers.... wish I had 1 LOL

[@louisgriffin1785]

I am trying to decide which LSG is best for me, I really want the offset but I live in Utah and we just don't have any indigenous smoking wood besides the fruit orchards which don't really yield much wood. I called a local wood supplier and they do sell post oak for $240 a pickup load and hickory for " a bit more" which I estimate would be 4 or 5 cooks on a 24x36 or maybe one or so more more on a 20x 36 or 42 - do you think that's a fair estimate? Also our winters are snowy and cold so an insulated may be the way.... I really feel like I would regret not trying a stick burner though. I wish I could afford both but that probably just won't happen. What kind of wood usage are you experiencing on your cooks with the offset? Great channel and good info, appreciate you doing this, I know it takes a lot longer to do something when you make a video - especially as well done as you are doing!

[@allenbraxton4384]

Great video. Lot of helpful information. Keep up the good work and recipes

[@rapinau]

Always great videos Russ. Super job showing the diversity of the offset with accessories. Also enjoyed the lesson on the inside outside skirt steak. Hook me up with the red gloves ; )

[@kevinmelanephy8007]

Russ, thanks for all of the great videos on your channel. I really appreciate your love of good food and the way you share your knowledge with others. Keep up the good work!

[@kenallman3235]

Hey Russ I love your clips and information you provide .I am having a pit build at lonestarz should be done anytime . Loved how you covered the seasoning of your pit . I know it will bring me many good cooks . Keep up the good work

[@hwatson231]

I prefer the insulated smoker because it saves time and you still get similar similar results as a stick burner.

[@ChristysCookingLifestyle]

AWESOME shoutouts!! I watch them both. You are too kind to help them out. When I saw those pics you posted on FB, I couldn't wait to see them. Great comparison, and delicious looking street tacos. I'd like the offset. I didn't know Jus Piddlin BBQ was in Georgia. Random generator, pick me, I'd love those gloves😂Thanks for sharing😃

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks so much Christy! I sure appreciate it

[@jennifermcmillan9518]

This is exactly what I was looking for because I’m torn between the 2. I really want both. My guess is I’ll start with the insulated so I can sleep through long cooks.

[@georgefitzsimmons590]

Rus, great video. Those tacos look amazing!

[@EverydayBBQ]

Rus, that was fantastic! The details and information you provide on those units is professional grade brother! Those tacos turned out outstanding! I like both units although I think my next purchase should be an offset. I do like the “set it and forget it” capability of the vertical. Great shoutouts also! Both great channels! Jus Piddlin in particular I’ve been watching since way before I even started mine. He has a smooth mellow hosting presence like yours that makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Thanks for sharing!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks so much Michael, I sure appreciate the comments! Yeah Sandy really reminds me of myself when I got started and he has come a long way!

[@Dylan_Miller]

Very cool video, thanks for sharing. I agree with your pros/cons. Two totally different smokers for two different styles of cooking. Personally tending to the fire and spending the day at home BBQing is both relaxing and fun for me. That's why I prefer a stick burner. That being said if I was smoking meat daily for a business and it was no longer for fun I would be using a cabinet smoker for those long steady temps.

[@sebastianeisen2418]

Those tacos looked amazing! I own a stick burner too, as well as a Weber cattle where I can smoke using a minion ring but I always prefer sitting outside, having a cold one and look into the fire.

[@peppertime1]

what an absolute great clip russ... respect.

[@gshpjb]

Another solid video Russ. Can't wait for my LSG pit to arrive!

[@Sharky762]

Welcome back Russ, those were some great taco's

[@varner226]

Great video, tacos looked fantastic!

[@Norton3139]

Very informative! Thank you. I have a kamado and trading up. Im leaning towards the mini cabinet.

[@15buckeye15]

That all looks good. The gloves too.

[@darrenanton2898]

I like both smokers! Food looks dam good keep up the good work!!

[@Yobons03]

Those are some good looking tacos, would love to have the insulated smoker.

[@jimmymcnatt2606]

Your Videos are the BEST!

[@BBQPITDOG]

Hey Rus the offset is a winner!..... Smoker, grill and griddle in one. Just starting out with my Pit Barrel Cooker but someday that offset will be mine!!! Great tacos too!

[@NoHippieBBQCooking]

They are both nice smokers. the beef looked perfect

[@HWhit9000]

I've been smoking turkeys on my Weber grill for a good 30 years. If I were to chose between the offset grill and the insulated smoker, I would choose the offset every time. I live off grid and to me, when it comes to cooking, I have to be versatile and the insulated smoker doesn't meet that requirement..

[@brandondowdy509]

I'd absolutely go with the Offset smoker. Nothing like some smoked meats straight from the wood fire!

[@joehildreth4227]

Good to see you back with another great video Rus. Great comparison on both LSG models. I have the LSG 24x40 which is awesome and I've checked out the IVS at the Lonestar grillz showroom and both their offsets and insulated smokers are top notch. I haven't made any fajitas on mine yet although I make them pretty frequently but you have made me want to do it now. Keep the videos coming brother this is the best channel on you tube.

[@lonewolf4skinner]

Love the lone star offset smoker hope to have one one day!

[@rauldelagarza8745]

Great video as always. I'd have a hard time choosing. I want both Lonestars!

[@brianbrown3609]

Welcome back. ..you were missed hope all is well

[@justinblanco9123]

Been watching you for for a year or better now. An iam looking into getting 1 of the exact same 2 smokers you have now. Your videos have helped me decide iam going with the cabinet as of now.keep up the good videos.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

You will love the Lonestar Grillz smokers. I can't see my self ever needing anything else.

[@jamesdavis3268]

Great video! I can't decide between a pellet or off set.