Lone Star Grillz Showdown | Pellet Grill Vs Offset Smoker

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

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[@DeadBrokeBBQ]

Great job Rus!! It really does not surprise me that the offset has more smoke flavor than the pellet grill. A split of woods as it burns releases a lot more gases to really boost that smoky flavor compared to a compressed sawdust pellet. But I completely agree with Derrick that the LSG Pellet Grill has way more smoky flavor than any of the other pellet grills that I have owned. You certainly put the work in to this cook!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Jeff! Yeah, I kinda figured it would work out like that, but I had to try. I'm still super impressed with the smoke flavor and juiciness that the pellet grill brought to that pork butt. Looking forward to more cooks.

[@billybastar4022]

It’s time to redo this comparison with the new method of using the new wood chips LSG tested with the 50/50 pellets and wood chips method!

[@FollowRevolutionNine]

Yes please! I've seen other videos with blind comparisons, and they have trouble determining which is which with that setup.

[@dank9288639]

​@FollowRevolutionNine yeah it's pretty insane if you ask me. that pellet grill fkn chooches

[@TROYCOOKS]

I love these kinda vids!!!! I've been holding off getting a pellet smoker, but I may have to invest in one like the LSG. And I agree, you cannot beat a true offset with the flavor it gives the meat, especially a well seasoned offset!!! Cheers Rus!!!! Great seeing your family and friends in the video! Hey Terynia!!!!

[@teryniafielder7230]

Hi Troy!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Hey Troy! Thanks for checking it out. I'm really enjoying this new pellet grill. I'm gonna try my best to wear it out LOL. Yeah, the offset is simply impossible to beat. That's why all your really good bbq joints use them. Cheers Troy!

[@TROYCOOKS]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ I'm sure you will wear that pellet smoker out Rus! I wish I had one too. I cannot stay up on those all night cooks anymore! LOL

[@TROYCOOKS]

@@teryniafielder7230 Hello Beautiful!!!!

[@GreatestEmperorOfTheSeas]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Tuna is curious about your thoughts on Vertical Smokers? LSG also sells Vertical Smokers and Tuna, has been interested in one of those, since Tuna loves Jerky, but isn't sure how they compare to Offset Smokers? Thank you.

[@Coffeewhiskeyprovisions]

Spectacular review, love the honest comparison. This video is the reason I'm gonna get a LSG Pellet, before this video the thought of.a pellet smoker was completely off my radar! thank again

[@BabyBackManiac]

If it’s that hard to tell the difference, that’s a very good sign for that pellet grill. Fantastic video Rus.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

It sure is Justin! Thanks for checking the video out

[@richardg4817]

Well Justin, now that you have done videos on the LSG Offset, time for you to acquire their pellet grill and do a video on your channel. Looks like a nice performing grill.

[@80redbarron]

Thanks, great video. Would love more of these. I also like the independent observations.

[@MrPhoenix1800]

Re visit this with lone stars 50/50 wood chip blend

[@QueIncorporated]

Just a thought, letting the judges hear the other judges thoughts can influence their take. It happens. Blind taste testing, separate from other influences is the way to go. Also choking the offset down may have countered your natural/best smoking practices. Lastly, the BBQ cook is often subjected to enough smoke that it dulls his/her senses of the smokiness of the product. A shower, and change of clothes after the cook, can often refresh the olfactory senses. JMHO, Love the video and effort Russ!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yeah, I kind of thought about that after the fact, but oh well I'm sure I will do something similar before long with some sort of beef. Get a few more cooks on the pellet grill and get the inside smelling like a smokehouse, like my offset smells when you open it up LOL Yeah as I captioned in the video, I smelled smoke and inhaled it for 9 hours. I had me useless on tasting anything really.

[@QueIncorporated]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Really appreciated the time and effort behind the video, the LSG pellet grill looks like a winner.

[@tedbundy6701]

Completely off taste test too much coaching people listening prior samples

[@tedbundy6701]

Do not choke the offset to match the pellet unreal good effort through

[@waymor2460]

First off, roll dang tide! I’ve had my first pellet smoker (I never use it as a grill) for about a year and have a few observations. Except after initial start up my pellet smoker doesn’t produce smoke the way your Lone Star did. It burns pretty clean but according to other chefs you want clean smoke. Also my pellet smoker runs much hotter than its thermostat indicates. Using a third party, and reliable, thermometer my smoker runs 30 to 50 degrees hotter. I noticed for my first few cooks the meat reached temp much sooner and it turned out dryer than expected. I’ve got a Grilla Grills Silverbac but may look at the Lone Star down the road. Always looking for more smoke flavor without the hassle of an offset. Enjoyed your video.

[@chrisdroblyn]

It's hard to beat an offset, however, I run a pellet tube in my pellet grill for the "extra" special smoke I want directly for flavor. I'm finding maple to be one of my go tos these days for chicken, beef, and my smokey potato salad.

[@Rbouch]

Rus thanks for this video…..my LSG pellet is seasoned snd I’m planning to to cook on it this weekend and am happy to hear the smoke flavor is excellent on it…..so glad I got this grill!!!!

[@Buford_T_Justice1]

I usually spritz myself with Jack and Coke while I’m smoking meat. I’m going to have to try that on the next butt I smoke.

[@lx2nv]

I was going to make same joke. I usually do jack and apple juice. Or jack and pineapple

[@fongvang4697]

Love your videos keep up the great work with the food

[@beckyjacobs9176]

Awesome show I had Texas original pits built mine a year ago I'm thinking next year I'm going to go with a lone star thanks for the video enjoy your meet

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you enjoyed it! Can't go wrong with a LSG

[@beckyjacobs9176]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ yeah I got a couple slabs of ribs on the smoker now and some quarter chickens smells awesome and can't wait to eat oh also too my homemade beans enjoy

[@kfred]

Russ they both looked amazing! Thank you so much for wearing my Merch. I Appreciate you brother.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Ken! Thank you brother for sending it to me! Can't wait to try out your seasoning! You know I'm all about those kind of flavors!

[@kfred]

@@SmokyRibsBBQYour welcome! If you like it! I will hook you up. 👍

[@wesd3742]

Hell yes! Great video brother. That new pellet cooker is gonna be on my deck soon. Good to hear different opinions on the finished product, no BS marketing crap. Well done as always.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks, I appreciate it! Enjoy that pellet grill!

[@chadpeterson6805]

Awesome video brutha! I have 2 recteq 700’s…have been wanting to up my game. Ordered the LSG 24x48 offset, really thought it through & realized I don’t have the time to really get good use of an offset. Canceled the offset & ordered the 20x42 pellet 😁. Really looking forward to it!!! Thanks for your detailed comparison, great job 👍

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I know your going to be impressed by the amount of smoke this bad boy puts out! Enjoy!

[@cyberbeer65]

Great video, Russ! As much as I wanted you to confirm that a pellet smoker can produce the same BBQ as an offset, I knew that It just isn't possible. I can't wait to receive my LSG 20x42 offset, which is now finally being fabricated. You're the one that got me interested in LSG smokers, way back when you got your offset. I'm convinced that LSG smokers are second to none. I really enjoy your channel, and thanks for all of your hard work producing these quality videos.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you Robert! I appreciate the great comments! Enjoy that offset when you get it. It will be your baby I guarantee! I still love mine 5 years later.

[@duncanjames914]

Thanks for the video comparison. That pellet grill sure looks nice and is a great way to automate the cooking process. How about another comparison video with a brisket? :-)

[@blancopa]

thanks for the video! I have the LSG 30X36 and just ordered the 20x42 pellet. love LSG and your videos!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

You're welcome! Nice pit! This pellet grill is going to impress you for certain! Enjoy!

[@michaelelias1016]

Thanks Rus, great video. You are right about the smoke always coming out of the stack on the LSG pellet. I did a small chicken with mine last weekend and there was smoke coming out of the stack while it was running at 350, unheard of for a pellet grill. The clean smoke from the burning wood in the offset is hard to beat but the LSG pellet is coming pretty close.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you and I couldn’t agree more

[@coltonhartleib1773]

I don’t know! There’s just something about a pellet smoker that just takes the bbq out of bbq for me. I can’t do the press a button and walk away method. It’s just not for me! I’ve heard for fish and cheese pellets are really good, but for everything else I just stick with the offset and my ice cold beer! Cheers! Great vid!

[@thegalleryBBQ]

WOW.... Lone Star Grillz for the win! JD and Coke. Sounds tasty! The smoke that pellet puts out is pretty amazing. And your outside and you can see it. Love these blind taste tests. Everyone's taste buds are different. That said. When your rocking two pits that flat out smoke, Its gonna be tough to pick. Beautiful job brother!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks for checking it out Tommy! I sure appreciate the comments!

[@maddadjs]

So great!! Thnx for the invite to be a judge, Rus. Even MORE disappointed now that I see what y'all served up. Got to make it down for a hang soon!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Your welcome Jack, and we will work something out soon. Can't wait to just hang out and talk.

[@fongvang4697]

Love your videos dude keep up the great work love food

[@Chuchoe678]

Excellent comparison. Another great video Russ. Thanks again

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching!

[@bestbbqinmcallen7069]

I consider myself to be more old school. I have a lone star offset that I'm very happy with. I like cooking over real wood and managing the fire. I will consider a pellet grill when I am too old to manage a real fire. To me a pellet grill is pretty much an Easy-Bake oven. Set the timer and forget about it. I will give you that it is convenient, but nothing beats cooking over real wood and managing the fire manually. Just my two cents though, I ain't hating!!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Well I agree with your two cents LOL. I love tending to my offset and what it does to meats just can't be beat, but I also believe there is certainly room here at my house for a pellet grill. It's not my first one, but it will be my last.

[@danielrichards2580]

Good Video, I have been looking at these pellet smokers by Lone Star and I really like them, we have been doing a lot of catering and the Big Green Eggs just don’t have enough room, even though I have three of them. But was worried about smoke flavor with a pellet smoker. I need one that will hold about 10 pork buts.

[@jerrysimotas7784]

Great comparison video Russ. I loved the way you used the fire board from the pellet grill to see the internal temps of both butts. Smart!!! Looking forward to seeing more videos and getting my 20x36 pellet grill early next year.

[@AshKickinBBQ]

Really nice video, Rus. I enjoyed seeing everyone’s thoughts and opinions. Both some beautiful cookers you got there! Cheers 🍻

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Darrin! It was a fun video. I learned a lot from it as well. Appreciate you stopping by and checking it out! Cheers 🍻

[@gsbbq4870]

This is not a comment on your pork, but I have an Asmoke table top pellet grill. I did a Tri-tip like a brisket last week and I couldn't believe the smoke ring I got from it. It was even fork tender. I guess I am trying to say a pellet grill does a good job, but I still favor an offset. Great video Russ!

[@toddgregory5850]

What I like about this pellet grill is that you can add the charcoal tray and add some hickory blocks which will add more smoke. Low temp for just for the smoke for about the 1st 3-4 hrs then take it out and finish the pork with pellets. That will give you a lot more smoke on those butts...... if that's what you like lol....

[@cmcgaskey]

Great comparison! I've been watching your videos and waiting for this one. I placed my order back in August and can't wait for it to get here. I watched yours being delivered and said shoot now I'm going to have to wait longer....got a hold of Chris to add the off road kit to mine as well after seeing yours 😉

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Well worth the wait. Your gonna love it!

[@briand3077]

This was great! Thanks for the video.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Your welcome, thanks for watching!

[@tazman572]

It all comes down to personal preference, how much you want to spend and how much time you want to spend "tending the fire." I've had a Traeger Lil' Tex Elite since 2012 and love it. Personally, I don't want to take the time to stand around and get the fire just right and fidget with the vents etc., to keep the temperature just right. But to each his own. Good video.

[@KnightOfTears]

For there to be a really close flavor profile knowing the pellet smoker is way newer without years of cooks and seasoning, I am impressed. The only way to due a true comparison is to have two brand new units that have just been seasoned and do the first cook simlutaneously. That is of course for the purists and not economically sound or needed. With that said I can say that with time the pellet unit should develop the same flavor as the offset.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I totally agree! Recently did a long brisket cook on the pellet and I swear it tasted just like it came off of my offset.

[@SpYucaipaSoCal]

Taste them agin the next day. As you said your were exposed to the smoke all day. I recently did a rotisserie chicken on my Kamado. And thought it was good when I first cooked it. The next day after work I did some refrigerator raiding and wow was a big difference in my opinion the second pass.

[@chuckybaby1973]

Thank you, now I'm even more confused over which one I prefer, because they're both excellent.

[@dkidl2000]

Thanks for the AWESOME review! I can't afford that pellet grill right now, but when I can, it's definitely on my list!

[@WheelTek86]

I guess it’s time to call up Lone Star and place an order! Great video Rus, this is the kind of content is backyard hero’s love.

[@corey1788]

The consensus was more smoke flavor from the offset smoker but right away a couple of your testers said it was also drier including your wife who said the pellet grill version was more moist. Me personally I enjoy a bit of smoke flavor but can’t stand still tasting the smoke hours after a meal. Thinking of replacing my 7yr old GMG pellet grill soon and I live close to LSG so I could pick one up and save a ton on shipping. It’s either the pellet grill or one of their 20 x 42 offsets.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

This could be the smoker you need based on your comment. I love my offset, and there is definitely a place for a pellet grill, especially one like this.

[@teryniafielder7230]

Part of that reason was the pellet grill was done last. The meat had time to sit and rest less time. Plus I messed up when I was pulling it.

[@corey1788]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ maybe you could help me convince the wife I need one of each lol.

[@Theeightmilebend]

Now this was a great test. Thanks for doing this, Rus ! Excellent video as usual!

[@mikeoreilly4020]

Wonderful video, thanks Russ. And after years of waiting, we finally get to meet Mrs. Jones, the real brains behind Smoky Ribs BBQ. Now, if only my LSG pellet grill would get delivered, but I've got a month or two to go as near as I can tell.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you enjoyed it Mike! Yeah, a rare appearance of Mrs. Jones LOL. Enjoy that pit when you do get it.

[@bradhelfrich6602]

Thank you Rus! For doing this video, very concise comparison.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Your welcome Brad.! Thanks for checking it out!

[@JDM_MSK]

Great comparison, thanks !

[@praetorxyn]

What I'd like to see is a comparison between the Pellet Grill and the Insulated Vertical (assuming you still have that Mini) with a FireBoard 2 Drive / fan... so it would basically be two pits, each thermostatically controlled with FireBoard technology, and engineered by the same company, so the comparison should in theory get much closer to charcoal and wood versus pellets being the only variable. I've heard those Insulated Verticals with about a 60% / 40% charcoal to wood ratio get damn close to offset flavor but with the ease of a pellet grill. Also thought that fly was on my monitor 😅

[@Jeeptj1300]

GREAT VIDEO . I NEED TO GET THE LOANSTAR PELLET TO GO WITH MY SHIRLEY VERTICAL PIT

[@ShaneM007]

If u cook on that pellet cooker for 6 months to a year to get it seasoned. It will most likely cook just like the stick burner. And yes I have the Lone Star Grillz pellet myself. It's a huge difference between it and other pellet cookers. That thing never quit smoking. 😂 Do the same cook In a year on both of them and then test difference. Great job on a cook by the way.

[@earlshauger4335]

Great job Rus! Thanks for the hard work on this one!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you!

[@MrAhmer]

Great video. I commented on one of your other videos that you should do a comparison video. I found it haha. I was wondering, any ash in the cooking chamber on the pellet smoker? Thanks! Great video!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks glad you found it. 99 percent of the ash collects in the bottom under the deflector plate. Cooking chamber stays very clean

[@connorfairchild98]

Man, what a great video comparing the two! I have really been looking forward to a video like this. I really like seeing that lonestargrillz pellet cooker. To me, there is no cooler rig. I am quickly becoming a big fan of lonestargrillz from everything I have been seeing about them. Very impressive. I love an American company that makes an excellent product! I'd really like to see pellet grill cleaning videos. And good to see a fellow Mississippian on YT. You are doing us proud!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you! I love Lone Star Grillz products and yes 100 percent American made

[@thomasballard2632]

Now that's absolutely awesome 👌 My wife actually sat with Me and watched this. I kinda expected the Offset to be somewhat better. And We ( My wife and I ) pretty much agree that You can't go wrong with either of the 2 Smokers . But You never know, were You to do another comparison video again. The Pellet Smoker just might win over the Offset. Regardless, I would love to see Brisket smoked on your new Pellet Smoker.... Thanks for sharing 👍

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

That's awesome! Thank y'all for watching. I totally agree that either one of these pits would make someone very happy. My offset has 5 years of seasoning and that was the first cook on the pellet grill, so I am expecting the meat that comes off of the pellet grill to just keep getting better and better.

[@davidkeene4698]

I loved this video, especially because I have this same pellet grill on order from Lone Star Grillz. Can’t wait to get going with my ribs, brisket, and pork butts. Again, this was a terrific video.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Enjoy your new pellet grill when you get it!

[@edgargomez6309]

Nice video Russ, well as is customary, on your channel, I just have a couple of questions, 1- Between both grills, which is more versatile when cooking according to your knowledge 2- For this Butt, how many bags of pellets did you use? Here obviously the manufacturing quality of both grills is not discussed, that is above all they are of excellent quality...Thanks for sharing

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I probably used 10 pounds of pellets on the cook. I would say the pellet grill is the most versatile since it also has a cold smoke function. Both pits can grill, bake, or smoke meat. The offset requires tending to the fire, and the pellet grill does not. Fill up the hopper with pellets. Press a button and dial the temp in. Just that simple. Also has a really nice app from Fireboard where you can make temp adjustments, program presets, monitor, and shut down all from your phone and it's WiFi. So the pellet wins on most versatile hands down.

[@gofy8481]

If you use the LSG pellet burner , and add the wood chips to the pellet blend, you will see a more smoky flavor. The pellet grill will actually be at LEAST as smoky as the wood burner. No question. You might even find that you back DOWN on the smoke chips, as too much smoke flavor isn't what makes a good brisket. (in my opinion). When you can throw your brisket in, set the temp, and walk away until it's done it is almost a no brainer to get the LSG pellet smoker. I also think that this ONLY pertains to the LSG smoker, since I have owned the Pitt and Spits, and others, and NO other pellet smoker comes close. If you compared a Yoder, or a Pitts and Pitts to a wood burner, then the wood burner would win by leaps and bounds. No one makes a Pellet Smoker that compares to the LSG

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I agree, no one builds a pellet smoker as good as LSG. I haven't used the LSG wood chips because in all honesty I just don't think they are needed.

[@BrianMurry0622]

I absolutely love your videos. Everything is so great and mouthwatering!! I was just wondering if you have an oil less fryer? I'm from the New Orleans area and I use my oil less fryer every Thanksgiving, but I'm looking for a good recipe to hopefully change things up this year. I do inject it and let it sit overnight, but I'd like to kick it up a notch and I'd like to see if you can come up with something to make it more moist and juicier with some great cajun flavors. I really hope you take on this challenge and look forward to your future videos!!!

[@daddydutchbbq]

Great comparison Rus ! There always seems to be plenty of volunteers to taste test ! Great video Rus.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Kent, I appreciate it!

[@meals24u]

*First off, love the video!* Nice work!! I really hope that wasn’t the first cook on that pellet smoker, cuz if it was, it did much better than it’s given credit for.. IMO there is really something about a well seasoned grill/smoker.. I’ve owned 6 pellet smokers and others over the years and my original Traeger is still pushing out some solid Q, and every time I get a new unit in I’m disappointed in that first cook. But eventually they do better of course.. Also, I firmly believe that your taste buds are completely stoned after 9 hours in the smoke 🤣🤣

[@KowboyUSA]

Sweet! Mines offset. Cool to see how they compare.

[@ivandrago9140]

I think the five years of seasoning on the offset made the difference, we had a old cast iron cauldron that we cooked Brunswick stew in that was about 60 years old seasoned, we made stew with a stainless steel pot over open fire one year the stew was good but you could tell it just wasn't the same.

[@teryniafielder7230]

There is nothing like cast iron to cook Brunswick stew in! I miss that!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

It makes a difference for sure. Cast iron does act the same way as you said.

[@handcannon1388]

Good video, Russ. I have noticed on my pellet grill (which is an inexpensive; more common one), that the only time I see that "thin blue smoke" is for a minute or two after opening the door - essentially while its heating back up after a significant drop in temp. I figured that was how Lone Star Grills would get more smoke; however, intuitively that would mean a less efficient burn. I wonder how the fuel efficiency is effected by the continual changes in feed rate?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Probably not as good as most pellet grills that don't smoke well, but I used around 10 pounds or so on this cook. Cheaper than the offset LOL

[@sebastienmany84]

Loved that video! Just one question, I'm looking real hard at at LSG IVS and wondering where you'd rank the smoke flavor compared to offset and pellet smokers. Somewhere in between? Closer to one than the other? Keep up the great work I love to watch your videos.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

The IVS is pretty much like any other charcoal / wood chunk smoker in flavor. Like a kettle, drum or Kamado. Holds temps very good as well

[@SleeperBBQ]

Most excellent video Rus . I was thinking their was going to be a bigger difference in smoke flavor between the two that says a lot about LSG pellet smoker man that thing is nice .

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks for checking it out Lance!

[@doublej963]

Great video brother, thanks for sharing this!! Keep up the good work 👍

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks, will do!

[@MikeHoncho884]

My body has offset is barbecue always has a dirty smoke flavor. My family and my self all have sensitive palettes towards over smoked product. Everything turns out from the pellet grill so wonderfully, I run the silver back from Grilla grills. I normally burn Smoke Ring oak, hickory cherry. Once in a while, my sister complains about too much smoke not very often. Usually the complaint comes from chicken being too smoky or pork being too smoky never beef. My personal preference has been the pellet grill for about seven years now. I would love to have an offset, but I really don’t think it’s necessary. I get enough smoky flavor to please everyone in my family. I just think that certain splits with an outside bark of the tree give a dirty smoke flavor. I’ve noticed when cooking from my friends offset that if we get good, clean wood center splits, the barbecue does taste a little better to me.

[@TBONEVIKING]

Russ - does the pellet smoker have a condensation rail on the inside of the lid? From the video, I could not tell. It does not look like it has one.. Now that you have cooked on it for some time, does the condensation run down and mess up the outside front of the grill? I really like your video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

The smoker is in the garage and covered tightly right now, so I can't easily look, but I don't remember one, but with that said, I have never had condensation, grease or anything drip from the lid onto the outside of the smoker. Not once.

[@TBONEVIKING]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Thank you.

[@gotskillz135]

Good video I would recommend getting a pellet and offset thanks for sharing

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Can't go wrong with both for sure!

[@OGBamBam-06]

Nice video Rus. I wonder if you left the pellet butt go without wrapping it a little longer if you would have gotten more smoke flavor?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yes, absolutely and I normally don't wrap my pork butts, but I knew I was running out of daylight and people were going to start showing up for the taste test, so I ramped the heat up to 275° and wrapped to accelerate the cook time. 5 hours did put a nice smoke on them however.

[@CookingwithStephennJacklyn]

Heyo Rus great and interesting video looks like both are winners to me . Truthfully I've never had anything cooked on a pellet Smoker they are popular here on the islands but from what I've seen and heard over the years on watching KZbin videos it seems like the Lone Star pellet cooker has definitely been able to mimic that off set Smoker flavor which is outstanding. Thanks for sharing. Cheers!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Absolutely Stephen! I've been offered 4 different brands of pellet grills while waiting on this one, and let me tell you, it was well worth the wait! Cheers!

[@mgp-bct7723]

I just ordered one 20x42 Pallet Smoker from Lone Star Grillz :) I was looking at his grills for a while :) finally decided to get one ☝️:)

[@lyleswavel320]

I wonder if you used lone star grills post oak wood chips mixed with pecan shell pellets in the lsg pellet smoker, would it be more like an offset taste

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I'm sure it would get it even closer. It's pretty close just running pellets.

[@larrymansfield9393]

Damn it! I’ve had my mind set on getting the YS640 but have come across several reviews stating lack of smoke. Now this is about the 4th video I’ve seen of that LPG and I’m living in doubt. I think I’m gonna need to talk with my pastor before making a finale decision.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

LOL, does your pastor BBQ haha

[@larrymansfield9393]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ What southern Baptist preacher doesn’t?

[@TWC6724]

Interesting. Looks like a good pellet grill there. Great camera clarity on this video.

[@rustylamb3421]

Looks like 2 amazing pits! Great video quality also looks like your stepping up your game!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Rusty, I appreciate you checking it out

[@Rudevette]

I was planning on getting this same pellet smoker until I saw the price to my door.😳 too rich for my blood. I’m shooting for something in the very close to $4000 range.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

It's not for everyone, but it certainly is built to last.

[@Rudevette]

@@danielploy9143 shipping is the problem. I’d pay the $4200 for the smoker… that $750 shipping is a deal breaker for me.

[@owneel10]

Do you think the yellow mustard really helps? Or does it just help on time because you might not need to wait for it to "sweat out" when adding the mustard?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I use it for a binder but I’m convinced it helps in overall flavor as well

[@M4ttNet]

Great video. I know there's a lot of interest in the pellet world on whether the Lone Star Grillz Pellet Smoker would deliver. Seems it has. Also I love fireboard, I run a fireboard with a blower on my kamado and it's excellent both in all the features, the amazing app and web app, as well as temperature control on the Kamado. So it seems the Lone Star Grills Pellet Grill infuses a bit more smoke flavor than most others? How would you compare it's smoke flavor to a Kamado grill or other charcoal + wood smoker?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

It can hold it's own against any kamado or kettle grill. It delivers the smoke unlike other pellet grills, and it has a very pleasant taste.

[@EverydayBBQ]

Really great video, Rus! I’m seriously intrigued by that pellet grill. I may have to see if Chris wants another opinion 😂. Cheers, brother!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Mike! I'm loving it! Cheers!

[@jamesturner9858]

How are the B&B wood splits… I’m in Long Island, NY.. I ordered a LSG offset but kinda having second thoughts because not able to find local cooking wood 🪵

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

They do good. They are kiln dried, and may tend to burn a little quicker than seasoned wood bought from a tree cutter, but it's about all I use now days. Great flavor however.

[@shaggyirl]

Darn it I wanted to try the rub but there’s no shipping to Australia but they look great

[@mcribb83]

Just the kind of test I wanted to see. Thanks Rus! I'm itching for that build email!

[@ourgodisfaithful]

Where can I buy orange sprayer that you are using.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

www.howtobbqright.com

[@frankmarullo228]

Great comparison of grills Russ ! I like both of your grills. But I do have a question did your wife leave you yet. ( to many grills ) and where in the world do you store all there grills ? Thank you for another good one FRANK FROM MONTANA....

[@teryniafielder7230]

🤣🤣🤣! I use them more than he does! I actually grill all the time. I love a kettle grill because they are so versatile. I have used the off set to do 6 pork butts for a friends wedding.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

She was in the video, so she was still here a few days ago, LOL

[@frankmarullo228]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ that's good my friend. You know I'm only kidding. You are a lucky man . And I love watching your video's. Thank you Frank from montana...

[@1DucatiCraig]

I wasn’t able to read through all the comments but I did hear the offset had 5 years of seasoning. How new/old was the pellet grill at the time this video? Thanks.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

It was brand new

[@smitty1696]

Its perfect smoking weather here in Michigan now. In the 50s and 60s

[@JusPiddlinBBQ]

The sigN of a bbq guy… always losing his beer! Love this video!!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Haha Sandy! Right on brother!

[@NotAnotherGrill]

Nicely done and very helpful.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mrkjreid1]

Loved the video. Thank you

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@WildChinoise]

That's a great comparo, thanks my man!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you liked it!

[@corystiff6387]

Great video, thank you!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Glad you liked it!

[@markacinense3195]

I’d like to see the pellet chips mix vs the wood offset. Educated guess tells me the pellet would be even closer to the wood.

[@wyo_garage20]

I notice after cooking all day the flavors can be a little subdued. It sticks on your tongue and in your nose and certainly changes the outcome. No good or bad either way. I’d like to see the LSG pellet compared to the Smokefire. Smokefire has the best pellet flavor I’ve had, and that’s compared to every big name pellet out there. Haven’t yet had an offset but that LSG is the one for me👍

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

I'll be passing my LSG pellet grill to my youngest son soon. I just got a Ole Hickory Ultra Que. It has the flavor of a offset smoker but the convenience of a pellet grill. Outstanding flavor.

[@shawnsgear]

Very interesting! So do you like the Ole Hickory better so far? How is the build in comparison? How well does it hold temp?@@SmokyRibsBBQ

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

@@shawnsgear Absolutely love it! The majority of Ole Hickory smokers are built for commercial applications and designed to run everyday such as in restaurants and the smaller residential models like my Ultra Que are built with the exact same quality and parts.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

A pretty awesome comparison video. Cheers, Russ! ✌️

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thanks Dwayne! I appreciate it! Cheers!

[@OGBamBam-06]

Hey Rus, I'm looking for a pellet smoker but I have been unimpressed with what's out there. Does that LSG pellet really give the meat alot of smoke flavor?

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Yes it does, more so than any other pellet grill out there

[@stephenbrady916]

Wonder how long it’ll take until one of the big brands are able to run constant smoke on their pellet smokers?

[@tm71100]

Watched all the advertisements. Good comparison.I voted for this video.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Thank you!

[@tm71100]

Can you please tell me when and where I can buy brown shrimp off the boat in Biloxi? I know May-Sept is the main season but I have a 3 hour drive to the coast from Madison so I know the expert will know.I have heard that beside the Hard Rock casino east side by the parking garage there are boats but it is hit or miss this time of year ,Fri-Sat being your best bet for buying off the boat.Your thought on this would be greatly appreciated Russ. Thanks brother

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

When I buy off the boats it is behind the Hard Rock. I was buying them from Ben's, but he passed away. When I can't get them off the boat, I buy from Desporte's. I've always been able to buy shrimp behind the Hard Rock on Saturday mornings, but it's been awhile.

[@tm71100]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Thank you my brother for the response. Love your gumbo recipe . Actually all of them.GOD bless you friend.

[@tm71100]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Are you saying year round every Saturday? To the best of your knowledge?Thanks.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

@@tm71100 To the best of my knowledge yes. These boats shrimp all year long, every day.

[@tm71100]

@@SmokyRibsBBQ Thank you

[@mannvsfood]

The offset won out in smoke taste but I'm pretty sure they said it was also more dry than the one cooked on the pellet smoker. Either way, sounds like a win for the Pellet smoker to be that close in flavor.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

The LSG pellet grill is in my opinion the best on the market, no doubt about it, but if you want to see how juicy meat can be off of the offset, be sure to check my brisket video out that goes live in a week from tomorrow. It was amazing!

[@chadsears9734]

I’m a bbq lover my self. Hope I share it with my son the way you do yours when My boys older

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Both of my sons really enjoy doing BBQ