Thanks.... now I have a reference source to explain to the wife why I “need” one.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
hahaha
@brandonwilliams24313 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it's easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission
@SimonZimmermann823 жыл бұрын
Don't buy it please
@jaggerjack362 жыл бұрын
Hah, that's literally my situation
@OhReallyo_O2 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣
@davemusial5621 Жыл бұрын
Thank You for providing such great content. I really appreciate the concise information presented without all the fluff!! Very respectful of my time. James, your channel is one of my favorites on all of you tube!
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
much appreciated
@rudyk5524Күн бұрын
Fantastic video. Very clear information without too much extra info. Thanks.
@hanktrantham26413 жыл бұрын
I got one of these for Christmas, had a hell of a time getting it set up because it did not want to connect. After 2 days finally got it to connect. Then the next time I go to use it , it wanted to do an update and I had to use an older unit of another type I had at the house. Boxed it back up and sent it back.....turned out to be more trouble than what it was worth. Don’t miss the headache at all. I’m glad you are happy with yours, but as for me NEVER AGAIN!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
oh that sounds frustrating
@radamstruck Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time for a VERY educational video on the meater plus and the meater block! I have had the plus for a couple years and it took me a long time to figure out the cloud with my ipad and phone! Just ordered a meater block today and your review will definitely be a big help in using the new block!!!
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@isa-bv4ms2 жыл бұрын
Great video James, thanks for sharing! I purchased the Meater Block per your recommendation, and I just LOVE IT! A little costly, but very accurate and usable. I put a pork butt on my pit using 2 probes and ran to town 30 miles away to do some errands. With the Meater block connected to my home Wi-Fi, I was able to monitor my pork temps and estimate how long I had before I needed to get back home! Great product and great review!
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
right on
@26jasonmh3 жыл бұрын
So many people don't understand how it works. Thanks for explaining it.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
You bet! cheers
@wobby1516 Жыл бұрын
Just bought the meat block and looking forward to trying it out. Really pleased I listened to you as that was a really got explanation of the differences between the various options. 🇬🇧 especially as there are a good number of people on line that complain about drop out and you’ve nailed the reason and work around, brilliantly. 🙏
@toddedward27102 жыл бұрын
I just bought 2 m plus individual probes. The video right before yours explained how they worked and I was like… What the heck! And now I understand the difference between the big block and individual. I have a spare phone so I’ll try that.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
glad to be some help
@donnawhite53433 жыл бұрын
My husband wants a wireless smart thermometer... and you are the person that I search. Thanks again!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
thank-you, cheers
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
ps - got a save 10% code since this came out (SDBBQ) on the meater site
@donnawhite53433 жыл бұрын
Ordered it and used your code!
@poorpuritan84802 жыл бұрын
Major props for bringing up the Amazon reviews.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
thanks
@tonysayegh33 Жыл бұрын
I love videos that explain a product better than the manufacturer does. Thank you for this.
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@stoneburnerdroneservice Жыл бұрын
Excellent video! After watching this I immediately ordered a Meater Block. 😁
@caleffopower3 жыл бұрын
Did my first reverse sear with meater + on friday night with a 1.8kg ribeye on the bone (2 rib bones 😉). Around 1h40 mins, i was aiming at 52c core temp and the app told me to remove at 44c. I put it to rest in the oven (turned off) and it got to 53c (or at least that’s what the all told me 😄) So overall very happy with the first cook!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff
@CossackM33 жыл бұрын
Omg, I didn’t even realize that about my MEATER+ the block is on my bucket list of items to get. Thanks. Now I’ll reconnect it to the house iPad vs phone.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
it helps a lot
@dar7771 Жыл бұрын
Just got the plus. Haven’t tried yet. Don’t make it a habit being gone worrying about temp due to the Traeger app letting me adjust temps from my phone. Looking forward to getting a more accurate read of temp inside the smoker though. Thanks for sharing all that info. It had me confused as well when I was ordering. You explained it well. The block is a bit pricey for my liking.
@MoBaconLives2 жыл бұрын
I have the block, barely used it once. I didn't understand much about the block but this video was exactly what I needed to understand better not only the meater but the block too. Thank you for this video.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@randyjanicki1472 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great informative explanation on how to use the wireless probe. You saved me the headache of trying to figure out which wireless probe to buy and how to use it.
@alecgrant30992 жыл бұрын
James, Thank you so much for the tremendous effort you put into your channel. I bought a Kamado Joe classic 2 almost one year ago and have not looked back since. Your channel is my go-to for ideas, recipes, and methods. You have answered so may of my questions. Over time I have become developed and have become more confident in my bbq skills. The the majority of my cooks have been a tremendous success which I continually give credit where due to your efforts and information. Thank you! One the sources of continual confusion is the difference between grill and dome temperature. I purchased, early on, a nutrichef bluetooth temperature probe. During a cook I monitor the grill, internal, and dome temperature and record the readings in a logbook. I have also learned to take screen shots of the graph as the app is somewhat unstable even on an iphone.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, cheers... i think you will love the meater app in comparison
@bryanward43612 жыл бұрын
Great review, I just picked up the Meater+ and the idea of using the app on a spare device is fantastic.
@anthonygardner4003 жыл бұрын
Great video. This is the first time I’ve seen you. What an excellent communicator you are - extremely clear in how you share content.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@danielhoffman3292 жыл бұрын
this is exactly what I needed. what would be nice would be if the plus could use an echo or google smart speaker or apple tv to act as that gateway device.
@srt10h4rml3ss2 жыл бұрын
Excellent info again :) Picked up the Meater original recently not realizing the limited range, saw 50M from the Plus version and that was stuck in my head. Although have yet to test the original Meater, the distance will be farther than the 10M through brick and multiple walls to boot where I'm situated if putting something in the Oven or on the BBQ for a slow roast. Luckily I have a few spare Android devices to use Meter Link, so my 1 device sits in the kitchen (easily accessible to my oven or BBQ outside) and sends the info to the cloud via my Router (centralized in my house) so I can them access the cook via my personal mobile device anywhere in the house or front yard. This easily solves distance issue and works like the block :) Ideally the block is the easy and more versatile solution of course but for almost 4x the price, I'd have to pass even while doing multiple types of beef/pork/chicken etc on large cooks. I have 2 other wireless solutions (albeit a little clunky but work fine) already in place to support larger cooks if needed. The Block is my end game but it's just extremely overpriced in my mind at this point. Keep up the great content fellow CDN 👍👍
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much fellow canuck
@shadowdog5002 жыл бұрын
The graph is good for more than past cook analysis. I put it in graph mode during the cook and use the ambient temperature arc as an indicator on when to add fuel.
@josephvann33062 жыл бұрын
I like how you took the time and explain it , thank you james
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@BRTardiff2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I bought a Meater Block that came with an additional Meater+. I figured I’d start with the Plus just to get a feel for it. Like you, I had no clue they were different when I opened it up tonight. Thanks for clarifying for me. I’m so glad I purchased the Block.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@jerodc5972 жыл бұрын
Just a few days go I sent an email to Meater asking them some confusions I had over their cloud side of the Meater Plus and Meater Block and it being the weekend they are not there to get back to be until probably Monday BUT your video shared exactly everything I was wondering about regarding these two products and the cloud aspect. Thank you so very much, excellent content. Now I feel comfortable with which Meater to buy sooner and get to grilling/smoking/rotisserie with a Meater sooner. 👍
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
glad i could help
@tsnstt Жыл бұрын
Great video! Helped me make a decision. I will go with the four probes. I was debating whether one or four. Thanks again.
@brandonhoffman47122 жыл бұрын
I just got a meater+ after seeing what a meat thermometer can do. Originally I just wanted one to work with a phone, what I received was a mini robot chef that makes my meat perfect! I am buying a meater block for my mom for Christmas, she will love it and so will everyone else!
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
I love ours
@ReineVerran3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this information, I am just about to get one of these and this video helped me in making my decision to get the MEATER Block - keep up the great content mate
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@donalvarado77813 жыл бұрын
The audible on your phone is what I was asking. Thanks
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
yes if you have your phone not on DND it will play a sound on your phone to notify you when you reach the temp you want
@donalvarado77813 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Thanks for the response
@mateo85tx3 жыл бұрын
Just received MEATER+, either Amazon doesn’t explain that or I completely over looked it. Lol Great video, thank you for explaining that !!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@matthewmaries57072 жыл бұрын
Knew you were Canadian within the first 10 seconds by how you said “ber-BQ!” Great video man.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Totally Eh? I like my poutine wearing a toque on the chesterfield 100% lol
@WhatWeDoChannel Жыл бұрын
I want a meter plus for my Weber Kettle! I’m not to worried about the cloud part but I do have a second device if needed. Thanks for the video.
@jamesdrollinger77933 жыл бұрын
Such a GREAT video! I’ve been using the MEATER for several years now - I wish this video had been around when I first started, as you explained everything that I had to learn. The hard way. I am new to your channel, but all your videos are incredibly helpful - THANK YOU!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Ashley-7003 жыл бұрын
Got the MEATER+ today. Looking forward to taking the guesswork out of cooking - and no need to lift the lid apart from flipping 👍
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@k5guy3 жыл бұрын
You ever get that extended range to work? Mine was just as crappy and unreliable as the regular meter.
@Ashley-7003 жыл бұрын
@@k5guy range isn’t great but it’s enough for when I’m at the back of the house. Just!
@samsonite7953 жыл бұрын
Was about to buy the Meater+ but so glad you made this video and I’m gonna get the block now!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
it solves a lot of the things that drove me nuts, wish i had known beforehand
@rodwhite97693 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I used my meater for the first time last week and had problems disconnecting and distance. Now I'll try adding Meater app to the Laptop and then phone to cloud. Looking forward to the testing. Thanks!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
hope that helps get you sorted
@lupe7272 жыл бұрын
I was in the fence about getting the block. But your video is on point. I went with the block and 4 probes. Thank you for a very informative video! Also, I thought the same thing you thought about getting one probe plus. I would have not known that if I had not seen your video.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@gcong23 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video!! Thank you!! I’ve been n the Meater web site scratching my head on the differences. NOW I know!!!!! Thanks again!!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@bluenosepe3 жыл бұрын
😆😂🤣 Same here. My main question being, how the hell can I monitor my Kamado steak, from the pub?? Thanks god I kept an old iPhone to make the connection.
@Tdeegs2 жыл бұрын
You are THE MAN. LOVE MY METER BLOCK! KEEP THE GREAT VIDS COMING 👊🤙
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
thanks, glad you're enjoying the block!
@mosama222 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the beautiful videos man not only this one, but quick question please: can I use it inside a pressure cooker or no please? Thank you 😊
@cvonderweidt2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Is there a way to check ambient temp before putting meat in? For example, my wired thermometer has an ambient probe that clips to the grill. Thanks!!
@DoctorProperty5 ай бұрын
Thanks heaps for your well explained description. Like you I found the website and descriptions confusing. Which one should I get? A decision made even more difficult with the new meater 2 plus which only comes as a single prob outlet. So still not very clear.
@SmokingDadBBQ5 ай бұрын
i still find wifi the most useful but the 2 plus solves some tech issues ... wish it was the block of the new design with wifi
@RicardoZ590 Жыл бұрын
Extremely informative information thank you!
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@SuperD9723 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for clearing up the connection info. Think I will be buying the Block. I have a Grilleye that refuses to cloud connect, so frustrating. Thanks.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
nothing more frustrating when stuff doesn't work as planned
@michaelsmithy58142 жыл бұрын
Thank you very informative I didn’t realise the the difference in temperature when using a BBQ with it’s own thermometer how it effects the the cooking process
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ThomasBradac11 ай бұрын
So for the meater plus, if you have a spare device near the grill, you’ll still be able to view the cook from your phone while you’re farther away?
@jlvelez703 жыл бұрын
I have the Meater Block and at first it was difficult to understand “what I just purchased” however, it gives me better data than what the Pellet Joe (and iKamand App) tells me. Well worth the price
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
I do the same 😂
@doneisele34423 жыл бұрын
Hey, James! Great justification; will add Meater to my Christmas wish list! Thanks!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Happy holidays!
@TheDodie782 жыл бұрын
Great videos James, I have a large garden and I’m wondering if the block would work with my KamAdo being about 25 meters away from the house and router.? Do you think it will work
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
do you get a good wifi signal out there? if so it will use the cloud to update your device in the house
@maxsalvater22492 жыл бұрын
James nice video question can you check your date on both your phone and tablet at same time? thanks
@spicelandsmokeandsear9 ай бұрын
I have a love/hate relationship with my Meater Block. I’ve been using the meater block for years (since the block came out). It works great… until it doesn’t. I’ve always struggled with connectivity issues between the probes and the block.
@rickcormier91602 жыл бұрын
I have both the block and plus. My question is about protecting the probe. What should I do if I can not insert the probe to the safety line. (Steaks like Fillets are thick but not wide. The owners manual says it could damage the sensor if not inserted properly).
@markproost31353 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on the Meater James, really helpful! I bought both plus and block on black Friday, and I'm thinking that the plus will be a great gift for X-mas to give away!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
thank-you, cheers
@JustGrillingandChilling.2 жыл бұрын
What a great video…. I really appreciate how you “dumb” it down on the tech side …. Makes total sense on why the Meater Block is more expensive…. and worth it. Thanks…. Liked and subbed….
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@ctcoles98453 жыл бұрын
Hi James, I bought a Meater+ based on your promotion of the product. lt worked great for the first cook but died part of the way through the second cook. I thought it may have been the base station battery that was supplied with the unit so I changed that and tried it again for a third cook. No dice. My unit won't accept a charge. The return window is very short (1 month) and I wasn't able to return it through Amazon. I have been regularly requesting support through Meater for the past month without a solution. They became unresponsive when it was apparent that cleaning the probe would not resolve the charging issue. $169 is a lot to spend on a single use thermometer. I think your viewers should be aware of the company's customer service record and that they will be on their own if they receive a faulty unit.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
that sucks, i have an e-mail contact we can try. send me an email to forward.
@ctcoles98453 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Thanks for the lead. It looks like they have retained an outside firm for after-sales support so it is good to have some contact with the actual producer/seller. I have forwarded the support email string to MEATER. Fingers crossed.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
@@ctcoles9845 keep me posted. They’ve always done well by me but I recognize having an outlet that I am blessed to get some eyeballs on helps make sure I seldom get the worse customer service lol
@Jordan88200711 ай бұрын
So I did the same thing with reviews. One that I saw was that the base is constantly charging the probes and they burn the batteries out when not in active use? Have you seen this?
@erichansen5017 Жыл бұрын
That was some great information, thanks dude!
@edwardkennedy5680 Жыл бұрын
Hi James , ? For you does the standard Meter(basic model) work similarly with an extra device for Bluetooth connection.
@alexburrows202 Жыл бұрын
Great video thanks for explaining so clearly what the manufacturer fails so spectacularly at. I have the Meater+ and I have to say it's really been a bullshit experience. I have my phone and the base station three feet from the BBQ and the damn thing can't maintain a connection. I have tried countless times and it's been consistently awful. Doesn't even seem to matter if the BBQ top is on or not. I contrast this POS technology with my dog's smart collar (Fi) which uses BT as well yet somehow maintains a connection to the base station in my garage when the dog is 300 feet from the garage.
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
I wish it didn’t take me several purchases to figure it out lol
@denoftools2 жыл бұрын
I have the meater plus and it’s terrible. The software is great, and the thermometer works well, but the connection is worthless and constantly has problems. I looked at the meter block and the price is ridiculous. You can get an ink bird for thermometer set up for well under $100 and it does just fine. The meater app is really slick and seeing when it will be done is nice even though it takes forever for it to figure that out. But it’s not enough to justify the price difference.
@hughtanner2083 жыл бұрын
only challenge i have had on my block is on occasion one of the probes will not link on the block. Truly do like it and a few technology challenges
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
good to know, i haven't had that yet
@davidbuurma93093 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. A while ago I bought a meater based on your recommendation and it was a questionable purchase for a while… But once you understand it it is my favorite and absolutely go to thermometer probe…
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
i felt the same early on, especially when i misunderstood how to get a good connection from anywhere
@brandonhoffman47122 жыл бұрын
I just did my 1st cook! Came out perfect! Nevermind that the ambient temp alarm went off twice haha! Best steak I've ever bbq'd, I am also a complete novice who put all the faiths in the robot thermometer. I basically flew the steaks into the sun until the machine said stop, then I had perfect juicy pink meat!
@jessehammil38972 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. A little late to the game here, but am in the market for a new probe solution. Do you still recommend the block?
@sw01ller2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, it’s answered all but one of my questions. The last question is, if I buy the meater block with the two probes, can I buy the other two probes at a later date??
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
yes you can pair more later
@chuck-it-outreviews58373 жыл бұрын
Hey James, Great videos!!! Thank you for taking the time to make these. They have been super helpful to me. I am a long time fan of grilling, but I have always kept it simple using a gas grill for steaks, burgers, dogs, and maybe some fish and chicken here and there, but I recently decided I wanted to upgrade to something that would yield better results and be more fun. After watching a ton of videos and thinking through the experience I am looking for, I decided to get a Classic iii. Since I am so new to Kamado grilling I am trying to build an arsenal of the right tools. It seems like something that would be pretty crucial for a beginner is a thermometer such as the one in this video. So I have three questions: 1. If you could only choose one device between the Meater and the iKamand, which would you choose? 2. If you could only get one thermometer would you get the Meater or something different? 3. I noticed that you are not supposed to go above 527 with the Meater, is that common with most thermometers or do some allow for higher heat, and does that even matter? Thanks so much for any advice or help you can offer with those questions!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
1) I would choose the Meater. The app is much better than the iKamand app, and it works with rotisserie 2) If I could only have one probe of any kind I would have to get a Thermapen MK4 or similar as I need fine touch, small hole instant read temps for finishing all my cooks. The Meater gets me to 95% and then I have a instant read probe to manage the last 5%.... but if you're making me pick I would have to go with the instant read since I use that on most every meal 3) Yes most grill probes even wired ones don't like temps above 500f
@chuck-it-outreviews58373 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Thank you so much for your quick reply! That is great advice and really helps me in making my decision. God bless!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
@@chuck-it-outreviews5837 cheers
@mannyr87952 жыл бұрын
Why doesn’t the meater take you to 100%
@Htownhomeinspector2 жыл бұрын
Meaters having a 20% off sale for Fathers day 2022. You can combine it with smoking dads discount code for a total of 30% off. I finally bought a matter block I can't wait. Thanks James.
@stankhomenko61163 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the thoughtful and detailed video. It answered all the questions I had!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@scottrellwi2 жыл бұрын
Got my Meater Block 2 years ago. Love it! Always works and super easy to use.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Right on
@JohnKaufmann2 жыл бұрын
I have a few Alexa devices in my house, shop, yard and garage. I wonder if I can connect the block to Alexa device and connect to the cloud? It would easy enough to use an old phone or something. Headed out the door to buy one
@markprincipato29953 жыл бұрын
Great in depth video that covered all my questions about the meater wireless thermometer. Thank you!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@mitchellgeisler45773 жыл бұрын
Great video! Really highlights some of the specifics i may not have picked up on! Thanks
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@chaselesser3191 Жыл бұрын
Now I really want the 4 Meater unit. Since I don’t have a spare iPad device. 😬lol.
@donnyclause7332 жыл бұрын
Thanks. First cook got aggravated because it kept losing connection every time I went inside and would have to open the dome to connect again.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that... ive read some home wifi signals can interfere with the bluetooth connection and or you may have an obstruction blocking the signal
@AgricEcon3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I didn’t realize the significant difference in the functionality of the Block... a great reason to consider the Block!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jeremymckinnon3953 жыл бұрын
Yes block hooks to wifi meaning infinite range. Massive fail rate on their products though. And I sell the bloody things. My personal one i had to get 6 warranty claims to get one that works and it failed tonight. So 7 claims though this one atleast lasted me a month. But generally id say 1 in 4 ends up claiming warranty im just very unlucky. Good when they work though edit atleast in australia anyway. Guessing america keeps the good stuff for itself as per normal edit 2. Sorry canada. Same shit less testicles
@sofaking6949 Жыл бұрын
Answered all the questions and more I had. Fantastic video thank you..
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
thanks!
@donalvarado77813 жыл бұрын
Hi James, Great information on the Meater. That I am looking for before I buy one. I heard that whatever you are cooking and it reaches the temperature you set it for, the Meater does not give you an audible notification that it is done, is this true. Thanks
@DayInTheLifeOfAl2 жыл бұрын
Spot on review, all the facts in a concise manner, thank you. Are you an Engineer in your work life?
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
maybe should have been, sales for me
@DayInTheLifeOfAl2 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ got it. We’ll done sir!
@wingman8586 Жыл бұрын
Is it normal for the MEATER plus to NEED to be around 7’ from the probe? If I go a bit further away I always lose connectivity from charger/box to probe. Is this what other people are finding?
@fmadden712 жыл бұрын
The WiFi connection is why I went with the Inkbird IBBQ-4t over a year ago, when Meater didn't have a WiFi option.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
i have that unit too, outside of the app and the wires it works well for the $$
@fmadden712 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ I've been using it almost 2 years now, and it still works great. Yes, I would love to not have wires, but when you factor in the cost, it is kinda hard to beat. And like I said, it was the WiFi that sold me. I wanted to be able to see the temps while I was lying in my bed for those long smokes. :D
@ZombieBrainz3 жыл бұрын
I bought the basic Meater and have really enjoyed it. Had I known I would have gone with the PLUS for that extra distance (I think the done shaves off distance a bit). I will hold off until this one quits but getting the Meater+ next.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@chrispatterson-simmons33763 жыл бұрын
Hi, I invested in the KJ Classic. Awesome videos. Will the wing basket fit on the joetesserie classic?
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Yes it does! just barley. you need to keep the screws lose so they don’t dig into the side of the JoeTisserie. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ2vimendtWjpac shows it on the classic
@troybryant21173 жыл бұрын
Great video! Looking to buy a Meater and you just saved me a lot of time! Thank You!
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
thank-you, cheers
@eromarcooraboh82833 жыл бұрын
Tks for explain. I love block one but unfortunately need magnetic sistem to lock near bbq or in the fridge
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
i would get a magnetic sticker back on amazon so you can magnet hold it wherever you like
@eromarcooraboh82833 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ gooood idea
@FLTlvl2 жыл бұрын
Bought the block, thank you for the review!
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@johnveall25083 жыл бұрын
Loving the meater, stops me looking during the cook, not sure about some of the estimates, have to add a few custom degrees to the chicken cooks, keep up the good work made buying and owning a kj classic much easier
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Good call!
@brentmatheson47293 жыл бұрын
Your video exactly addressed the questions I wanted answered. Thanks.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@alecgrant30992 жыл бұрын
James, This is a continuation of my post on thermometers and temperature. I am preparing to make the plunge into a Meater +. The information you provided in your review has been so helpful. Is there any way I can support you with the purchase? I am a fellow Canadian, I always attempt to support local, and I want to do my part to support the efforts of providers like you. Incidentally, my family say this is the best hobby/endeavour I’ve ever taken up. 👨🏻🍳 Thanks so much for your content and wisdom. AG, Halifax, NS
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alec if you use the link and the code i do get credit for the sale and meater shares a commission now that wasn't in place when i did this video. Save 10% on MEATER wireless probes - bit.ly/SSDBBQMEATER (CODE: “SmokingDadBBQ10” works site wide)
@alecgrant30992 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Got it! I ordered the Meater + and used the discount code. Should arrive for the holidays. I am so excited to take it to the next level. AG
@WarChortle3 жыл бұрын
Love the amount of videos you're putting out. I have the Meater Block and the connectivity range is a bit lacking... I'll put it right next to the smoker or oven and it'll disconnect. I do enjoy it, but it seems the antenna isn't very strong.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
i agree, this still can be improved
@brandonhoffman47122 жыл бұрын
Ya my meater+ lost me for a second on my 1st cook, I panicked because I'm such a cooking novice lol. But then it reconnected and my heart began beating again!
@miscellania42632 жыл бұрын
Wow, the packaging and design of the “Meater” with that wood holder is like an Apple product.. so nice!
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
its purdy for sure
@nukes00763 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Keep up the great work. So informative. I'll definitely be going the block.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
cheers
@LoLo-dh9pi3 жыл бұрын
Bro, you are such a smart dude. Must have been studying at university. I am a cooker learning by doing. Still try to understand what a cloud does here.....
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
i know clouds make it rain 😊
@Mitchbandito2 жыл бұрын
I made a mistake buying the MEATER Block I should of keep the meat-stick bridge ,, MEATER connection cloud kept disconnecting me 👎🏼 I’m not the only one I do like your channel tho
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
Wi-Fi devices and everything that goes into them working flawlessly or people having trouble is not my area of expertise... glad you found one thats working for you
@barrywilliams6063 жыл бұрын
I borrowed just the Meater. Walked around my house did not loose connection. I typically don't go far from home when doing long cooks. Would you recommend just the Meater?
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
its good too, i just wanted to point out the differences that i myself didn't understand with how they connect
@airselectricalcontractors842 Жыл бұрын
great vid - are the probes colour coded so if cooking 4 steaks you can see which is which ???
@SmokingDadBBQ Жыл бұрын
No but they have numbers on them and you can add clips with numbers if that’s easier but it’s one more thing to wash so I just use the numbers
@marioh51723 жыл бұрын
Using my block but always also have my Maverick on the grid.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
i insert the probe parallel to the grill for the most accurate grill temp, and vertical for the best dome temp. funny angles don't work well for either as its in between and potentially skewed by the protein
@marioh51723 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ A very good comment. Thank you!
@jigomez19893 жыл бұрын
Just bought the original meater (using your code, thanks for that) can I pull off the meater to I pad to I phone with the original model?
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
yes so long as the smart device is range of wifi
@marioouimet45153 жыл бұрын
this device seems to work very well especially since I own the jotisserie. I have a problem when the other company's thermometer manages to offer their product at a more reasonable price. This gadget is made of electronics in Japan and is not worth the exorbitant price. I would settle for the plus version with one probe when its price is affordable. The covid period destroyed my finances. thanks for the update on this fantastic device.
@SmokingDadBBQ3 жыл бұрын
thanks Mario, i agree would be nice for things to be more affordable
@brandonhoffman47122 жыл бұрын
Ya I 100% agree. That being said it's such a game changer for me I am getting my mom the 300 dollar block... There is a huge open door for competition, but the meater stuff can't even stay in stock at the moment... my mom's Christmas gift will be here January 15th...
@knightshadow18942 жыл бұрын
Hello, enjoyed your vid. Just read a review on Amazon stating unit didn't work with the dome or lid closed. Do you have an opinion on this issue. Thanks again. Happy BBQing.
@SmokingDadBBQ2 жыл бұрын
I use mine all the time dome closed no issue
@knightshadow18942 жыл бұрын
@@SmokingDadBBQ Thanks you very much for your rapid replay. Happy BBQing.