Electric or Propane Smoker?

Cars run on gas, not smokers.

I have one of these, I over researched and these were what i came up with at the time. It's great, holds heat, consistent, and no issues with it at all since purchase. Only thing, I wish I had bought a bigger model.

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Neither, get you a real man’s smoker and get an offset.

But between those I’d get electric. Better still would be pellet smoker if you’re wanting something that doesn’t have to be watched a whole lot.

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Neither, get you a real man’s smoker and get an offset.

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Offsets are classic. However, not always ideal for the backyard bbq'er as they require a lot of attention.

I have a larger model masterbuilt propane smoker. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to use. I opt for wood chunks instead of chips and it has worked well for me. Definitely not portable as it is a bigger model and pretty cumbersome to move around.

Saskwatch, I just got a Masterbuilt propane for Christmas. Tried to smoke some jerky sticks this weekend and could not get a good smoke at low temp (156-200). Have you encountered this? If so any suggestions?

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I’d stay with electric but get a bigger one.

It’s easier to control the heat with electric vs propane

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Changing myself. Have a electric smoker if you never plan to move it. Get a propane/pellet smoker if you plan to move it to other places.

Just don't get a Traeger unless you want to pay $$$$

I use this

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and plan on doing the mailbox mod to mine. I really like it, I smoked a boston butt over the weekend. I only had to refill the tray once on a 18 hour smoke. I've cold smoked salmon with it and it came out great.