Masterbuilt gravity smoker 1050 review | 6 MONTH REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- On this show, I'll review the Masterbuilt gravity smoker 1050 and break down the pros and cons. I've owned the Masterbuilt for 6 months now and have close to 90 cooks. So sit back and relax as I break the Masterbuilt 1050 down.
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Hey Tommy, this is Marcel in Yuma, Az, Hey man i, and "WE ALL" > really do APRECIATE your 6 month review of this grill. You are the VERY FIRST PERSON, who's had this, and put it up on UA-cam. Thanks so much Man,,,,, !
29 aka Marcel. Thanks, man and thanks for taking notice of that. Unfortunately, Masterbuild has not given me the time of day even though I continue to sell them grills. lol Appreciate you watching.
@madman, how has your experience been with the 1050?
@@jdem1380 have I've said, that I ever had experience with the 1050? Something wrong with you, eh?
Tom, thank you for posting your videos on the Masterbuilt, you do a awesome job! I own the Masterbuilt 560. I bought the extra center racks $50 and I bought the heavy duty custom weather cover $50. My tips are buy a wide putty scraper and remove the cast iron rack and scrape the crap off the roof of the heat diffuser from the last cook and empty your grease pan and tray of debris before the cook. My center rack temp runs about 10 degrees cooler than what I dailed in. If I want 225 on the center rack I dial 235 on the temp. I would not do long smokes on the cast iron grates. I did a butt and ribs on the cast iron and I had a little too much char. Use the center rack and put a water filled deep foil pan below. If you do that you never will get any unwanted burnt char on your proteins during my long smokes. I keep mine covered when not in use. Yes the custom Masterbuilt cover was $50 but it's heavy duty, water proof, and built to last. I love this pit it handles anything I throw at it delivering that charcoal smell and taste I crave. I was a 22" Weber Kettle guy for 38 years. This Masterbuilt gives you the taste you get with the Weber Kettle but with the convenience of a pellet grill.
DOC, what an awesome post. Do i have you down in my facebook group?? How about my newsletter, have you signed up? Thanks for the awesome post and I hope to see you commenting again. Enjoy!
Great review Tommy. I have the 1050 and a 560 and the thing I love the most besides the flavor is the versatility of the cooker. I can get home at 5:00 and by 5:20 I can have it loaded up with fuel and up to temperature to cook , burger, chops or whatever for supper. The weekends I can hit it with the longer cooks. I can probably count on one hand how many times I have used my gasser since I got the 1050 in June. Keep the videos coming and we’ll keep watching.
Much appreciation buddy. Thanks.
Is she still kicking? How has it lasted for the last 2 years. What repairs/replacement ms have you had to make? Thank you.
Todays video ua-cam.com/video/8XtBehkzgNc/v-deo.html
Brutally blunt and well shook-down video! Thank you!
Got to Respect Tommy. Been watching most of his Videos for Masterbuilt 1050… Guess wot been done ordered it and ordered the Mods from LSS. Can’t wait….from UK
Thanks man. I appreciate all the support you've given me!!!
I love my masterbuilt, I love the way that she roles clean smoke for hours. I also love to reverse sear my rib eyes!
Right on Mike. Im feeling the same!
I'm here from the newsletter and I must say that your experience with the 1050 mirrors mine exactly. Nicely done! Thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review.
Awesome! Thank you! and Good luck:).......
Totally agree on a small propane tank starter, thermometer, and shelf! By the way, LSS and Klotes make stainless manifold, hopper lid cover and shelf mods. The MB gravity feed design seems like a great idea, but it’s just a matter of time before a competitor (Pit Boss, are you watching?) makes a higher end model in the $1000-1500 range.
Nice review... I got the 800 series and on the first cook, the grate that catches the fuel clogged and had to constantly poke at the ashes to clear and allow air flow. I used lump mesquite and I think it may have gotten a dusty spot or layer as I dumped the bag small chunks in along with the fine powdery fuel. I'm not sure but am thinking that was why it clogged. A predicted 9-10 hr cook took 16 hr. I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced this with the grate clogging? Also, I agree 100% with your assessment on the fold down shelf on the front of the grill. Lots of room to improve this. I will probably lower mine a few inches (avg brisket clearance) and drill a few drainage holes in the lip to reduce rust potential from water collection.
Thanks again for the review tips
Make sure you shake it good before every cook. It should be ok... Any questions, gallerybbq@gmail.com
Nice touch on the cook summary. Great video Tommy
Thanks 👍 Gonna try and do that a little more.
I'm undecided between this device or a kamado... having to choose one which would be better for smoking?
1050 any day of the week.
The Gallery Backyard BBQ - Question: With the 1050 put together and if you wanted to take it somewhere would you be able to lay it on its back on a blanket in the bed of the Truck to haul or would you have to stand it up and strap it down > Didn't know if it would hurt anything laying on its back along with taking the grates out... ? Your thoughts would help - I am going to be buying one soon...
If you ties the hood down I thin k you'd be ok...
Is it just me or was anyone was waiting for Tommy to say SNAP INTO A SLIM JIM!!!!
Haha.... Good one Gus!
😂
Thanks for the honest, everyday person review, was debating my next BBQ & smoker purchases, combo, or separate stand alones, charcoal, egg, etc. Gonna take the plunge and get the 1050...
You WILL NOT be sorry!
My wife and daughter are close to moving here to Texas with me. Normally I’d do a stick burner but it shoots the whole weekend and I’m out back watching fire all day. This seems it does everything and is still wood/charcoal which is primarily what I’m looking for. I think this is going to be my next pit. I reeeeeallly don’t want to do a pellet pit. They all just feel Chinsy and thin to me.
I had the 590 but my great Thanksgiving fire of ‘22 destroyed that from my lack of cleaning. Got the 1050 love it even more and with the LSS mods it’s a BEAST. I also have a Recteq Bullseye but I can’t decide which one tastes better so I use both a lot. Yeah get both🤣 Keep up the Awesome work Tommy! Cheers🍺
Sometimes i prefer pellet so i know what you mean. lol
Great video, but I am confused. Is it a grill or smoker or both? Where would you put the wood?
Both, See todays video on the 1050. That'll help!
Thanks for the review Tommy! Good to know the pros and cons, especially for a beginner like me.
Glad to help! Thanks for being you, and Enjoy!
Found this through newsletter. Still love my master built! Your videos are always great!
Derrick. Good luck and thanks for the support.
How to avoid of a lot of these issues, buy a cover lol.
Agreed. Cheers and thanks for the comment.
Great review Tommy. I love my MB1050. I don't have anywhere near the number of cooks you or a lot of the folks in the Facebook group have but when I do use it, the food is just wonderful. This pit allows someone like me who is a self proclaimed noob to all this to put out food that is great with a whole lot of ease and simplicity. With the exception of the foil on the hopper lid, zero mods for me and I do not see adding any. For the price I paid, Ill be pleased with getting 2 maybe 3 years of cooking out of it. But for me, it is a great grill. Also wanted to say the news letter you email out every two weeks is a great read...
Thanks and thanks for always supporting what I do. Enjoy and good luck!
How is the quality of the steel used? Masterbuilt has a history of using thin cheap materials.
The 1050 is about the best pit you could buy under 1k....
Hows longevity? Is the 1050 worth the extra money compared to the 800?
I love the 1050
@The Gallery Backyard BBQ & Griddle ya we've got a Smokin Brothers Premier 30. Between the cost of the 2, I could buy a Yoder.
A lot of people have used mods for the top of the hopper …. LSS Mods… for the shelf drill some holes and water should drip out
What you're referring to is creosote build up -- not paint peeling as others think it is...I'd probably stay away from brushing any of the creosote back into the fuel chamber as it is believed by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) to be carcinogenic.
As already mentioned by a few on here, just either use folded up aluminum foil to cover the inner lid area and you should be golden.
There's nothing that Masterbuilt can do on this one; you'll get this same effect on Stumps, Old Country, etc. any gravity fed charcoal system. It's the nature of the beast and those are heftier/better-built units that cost a lot more money and people have discovered that good-ol' folded up tinfoil or aluminum foil works fine.
Another good video, Tommy! Keep it up, sir!
I so appreciate the warning. Thanks and most of all thanks for the support!
@DefTaker, is covering the inner lid with foil enough to avoid the creosote? Or does that carcinogen still seep into the food since the fuel source is charcoal? (I just bought this Masterbuilt today and now I’m a little worried.)
This is a great video. I have been searching up over last month for my next grill here. And have zeroed it down to PB Pro2 850 vs MB 800. Considering both have auto control and searing featurses. As a new beginner into smoking, which grill would you recommend as a good versatile grill?
The Masterbuilt would eat that 850 for lunch. That is if you like more of a smoke profile. Any specific questions. Feel free. gallerybbq@gmail.com
@thegalleryBBQ ok will do.. thanks a lot :)
@thegalleryBBQ Hii Tommy, just following up here. Did you get my email? Would highly appreciate a response. Thanks
I put Weber stainless grates on my 1050. Part number 67548.
Chris thanks. Perfect fit or do they sit on top??
The Gallery Backyard BBQ they fit in place. There’s some play, but they work.
This review is why I bought this grill. Thanks for this
Hope you enjoy it and im always available if you have any questions gallerybbq@gmail.om
Hey Tommy,My meats seem too smoky cooked at 250?Do I need to let the charcoal ember a bit before starting?My understanding is you don’t wait for that to happen.Thnx.
Let the grill warm up to clean smoke before adding your proteins.
I use my masterbuilt 1050 untill its time to wrap. For example cooking pork butt, ribs, or brisket i usually wrap to finish my cook. So once i wrap my meat i shut down my masterbuilt and throw my meat on my rec tec pellet smoker just to conserve on charcoal and pellet smokers are alot cheaper an more efficient to run. Plus when your meat is wrapped your not going to pick up any charcoal or wood flavors if your using foil. Just something ive been doing to save a few bucks. I love my masterbuilt 1050 and my rec tec 680. Both make great bbq.
Jason sounds like a pretty good idea. You could even use the oven and probably wouldn't lose that much flavor.
I use a thick piece of sheet metal over my hopper opening before I close the lid. Protects the seal and the lid cover. Like $5 at HD.
Thanks Rod. Ive seen that and also some use heavy-duty foil. Thanks for the support!
Would love to see a pic
Imagine if Rec Tec or Grilla made a similar grill with all stainless steel, would be great.
That's what I'm talking about. IMHO this is the future of backyard BBQ.
I sent them a message saying just that. I said mastebuilt concept with their quality would be amazing. They said they were good in their lane.
@@palmer3030Char Griller is coming out with a Gravity Smoker. They seem to be another budget brand though, hopefully more companies will follow.
Did the same thing with the same response. Thing would weigh 350lbs. The char griller is having issues from what I've read. Really hard time holding temp i think. I want the 1050 design, couple modifications, made with quality materials.
Good stuff man! Been thinking about pulling the trigger on this. I think I just might now!
Dan. Its top of the grill charts! Cheers.
I replaced my MB 560 with the MB 1050 ... My local Home Depot in Mentor, Ohio had a display of them for $475ea.I called Luke at LSS MODS and ordered everything again like I did with my MB 560
Enjoy!
Not pic away, great job..... I agree with the cons..... Issues experienced....
Thanks Ray!
I’m buying a masterbuilt gravity because of your reviews and opinions(hope you’re listening Masterbuilt).I’d like to go ahead and buy a few of the mods up front and the temp gauge is one of them. What temp gauge are you using or what size/type fits in there? Thanks!
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Masterbuilt has no interest in getting to know the people that really sell their pits. It's unfortunate.
Tommy... I am considering the 1050. Currently run Pecos offset, a OK Joes Drum and a Weber Performer. Your opinion please... should I sell the offset and the drum to buy the 1050?
Jim. While I can't tell you what to do I can tell you that I love my 1050!!! I sold my WSM, and Weber Performer(Which I loved)and have never looked back. The 1050 will out smoke/cook any pellet grill on the market IMHO! I love it and im pretty sure you would to.
@@thegalleryBBQ Appreciate your input. Thanks "heaps and gobs"!
Love the honest review of the master built and certainly provided some excellent insights.
Much appreciated!
I don't mind using the paper towel with oil method to light it. Works every time and doesn't require propane to light it. Less fuss, especially when you find your propane tank is empty.
Agreed there except I usually keep a few of these in the garage. That said. Masterbuilt would have to allow you to light the pit just in case you do run out of gas. Would be a nice upgrade on the upgraded model. Wai, appreciate the comment.
Agreed; I personally think the ignition system on the Weber sucks. I abandoned it after a year in favor of charcoal bag scraps and a lighter.
Pardon my ignorance but by oil are you using regular vegetable oil?
Thanks for the review. I've had the 1050 for a few months now and I've yet to get the app to work. I dont even bother with it at this point. Havent seen any issues with rust, but I keep it covered when I'm not using it.
Yeah. The APP causes more problems then its worth. Thanks for watching.
Champagne design, beer budget. The theory of this smoker is fantastic, but their execution could use a little work. In their defense though, you have to save where you can to keep this in a price range that is more appealing to the largest customer group. With that said, it would be nice is they made a pro model with upgraded components.
They did. Sortof. All the 2021's have been upgraded with switches and so forth. Minor stuff but still an upgrade! Cheers
Do you still like it. Is it as good as a offset smoker??????
larry. One of the best pits ive ever owned. I'd say just under an off-set but way more easy to smoke on.
@@thegalleryBBQ thank you for your time to reply im geting one
@@user-oc6qs1po3j Anytime. You can always reach out gallerybbq@gmail.com if you ever have any questions.
It looks like it’s missing a drip pan to put some water and to catch the juices and grease from the meat, it will protect that heat defused from rusting and will keep a moist environment
The Masterbuilt Gravity 800 just came out, have you thought about picking that one up? I know it has the griddle attachment but other than that do you know what else has changed? I saw something about the power chord wrap. Enjoy your videos!
Its coming Monday however im not sure if ill keep it.
@@thegalleryBBQ I look forward to your review!
Tommy, I watched your prior video comparing the masterbuilt to the chargrilled and it seems like you’re now leaning hard into the masterbuilt? Also would you recommend going 1050 over the 800 and just buying those griddle grates or do you really need the griddle heat diffuser that the 800 includes? Do you notice the 1050 being that much larger?
Just a thought, do you use a weather cover for your BBQ ? I do and it keeps it from rusting and deteriarating, I love your videos and follow your cooks on this amazing 1050. I live in the UK and as you know we have a lot of rain so a cover is essential I think. I have loved the cooking on this it is a game changer for tasty food.
I do! Also. I have a brand new 1050 sitting in the garage!! Once the weather has cleared ill be back to some 1050 cooks. Im pretty pumped!!
How many racks of babyback ribs can you get on the main bottom rack in your experience, also would you buy this pit again or something else. I am thinking about purchasing this myself. Thanks
Id buy a masterbuilt gravity fed 10X over. AWESOME pit for the money! The 1050 will hold lots of ribs. Not sure how many but lots.
I agree with most of your p&c, if I set the the the thermostat, I’m usually 40-50 degrees lower than actual temperature
Thanks bud. I guess all pits are differnt.
Great review, can you provide a link to the thermometer you swapped in. Thanks
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Thanks Frank!
I don't think you were not picking because they were simple problems masterbuilt could have prevented and you wasn't going nuts about them it's not the pit for me but I love watching you do cooks on it because can help someone else with the same pit and I always get great ideas for new recipes thank you
Jason. Much appreciation to you my friend.
Just bought one today for 400 on sale at walmart. Appreciate your input
You'll love it. Make sure you hit that subscribe and also if you have any questions. gallerybbq@gmail.com
Where do you live my man that Walmart was having that kind of sale?
@@jmgarza1288 in Virginia. The grill has 2 dents on the lid
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Hmmm, it says its a smoker? how is the smoke flavor compared to an off set? are you suppose to add wood to the Masterbuilt? i really didn't see where that occurs.
You add wood in the chamber and in the ash-catcher. It's just below an offset for flavor but this has temp control thats spot on. Its better then ANY PELLET grill and hard to beat.
@@thegalleryBBQ Thanks my man :)
Greetings from the UK.
Great review on the 1050. I’m hoping to get one ordered today!
Keep Grilling!
Awesome pit. Thanks for your support.
Where you ordering from? (Also in UK)
@@cfcbeanz1122 Couldn't find it in stock in the UK so I bought it from the US and shipped it across the pond!
OK Sr. I really appreciate your videos, very detailed comments, great breakdown for taking the time developing the videos halos a lot to all the ones just know we are trying to enter semi-automated grills
So question for you :
What should I get,
Master build vertical charcoal or Pit-boss pellet grill???
Thanks.
Oswaldo because ill have some questions to ask you email me. gallerybbq@gmail.com
How long did this grill last? I see you have a new version of it in newer videos.
I switch out my grills for the channel. That said. In my masterbuilt facebook group it seems 3-4 years would be average, maybe longer.
Great video man. I appreciate the nit picks.
Simon. Thanks-
Very Nice Video on this grill. One (or both) thing(s) could be done to the shelf that is holding water: A.) Cover the grill when it's raining.... B.) Drill some holes into the face of the shelf to allow any water to drain.
Great idea on the drilling. Thanks bud and thanks for watching. Cheers!
Nothing new about adding a few weepholes!
How does the fire box look? I want one, but I seen a video where the internal portion started warping. It scares me. I'm between a pellet smoker and this thing... This review looks like 5 months or so ago, so I am guessing you had it around a year now. Let me know
PERFECTO. keep in mind the 1050 will outcook any pellet! Cheers and LMK which pit you get gallerybbq@gmail.com
Can we fit 3 briskets on there? If so I’m getting on tomorrow. Thanks for the review
3 would be tough.... Thanks Matt.
Do you think you maybe could place some foil precook on the drip guard that is rusting? Was wondering how cleanup is with this grill and fought rust in previous smokers with a little foil.
Tim. Just keep it oiled and Enjoy it. Its hard to prevent rust. That said,. We are goun strong 3 years later. Cheers
I just purchased mine today can’t wait to smoke some ribs
5 hours no wrap @250f.....
Just assembled mine today. Noticed immediately the temp probe has no numerical temp indicators. Where did you pick up yours. I want to keep the controller honest. ;)
So you think the controler is bad??
Email me the problem gallerybbq@gmail.com
@@thegalleryBBQ My apologies, I meant where did you pickup the center dial that has the actual temp reading. The one that comes with it just says "Smoke, BBQ, Grill, Sear" Which in itself is nice, but I prefer an actual temp. Cheers!
I have a couple of questions...
1- Is the middle rack removable?
2- Do you know what is the max temperature you can reach on this grill?
Ima yes, middle rack is removable and highest temp setting is 700f.... This thing gets hot and gets hot fast. Cheers and thanks for the questions.
Alright it is 2 years later. Is it still worth the money??
1000% The Masterbuilt Grvity 1050 is still the best pit you can buy under 1k... Heck,. Maybe even 2k..
@@thegalleryBBQ I’m so glad you said that. I just ordered one last night after your video. 👍
Any idea when they’re coming out with a new grill fixing these issues? :)
Which issues?? Somethings have been upgraded!
I'd have to agree with you. Makes bbqing easy. I've had a weber for the past 13 years and this is much more carefree. I find using the weber takes much more experience and skill to use.
Wei. I always say, The Masterbuilt is everything a Pellet grill wants to be;)...
Superb as always my Friend!!!!
Ellen, Thanks 👍😀👍
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Have you tried The Pit Barrel or the Hunsaker Barrel ?
I have not but have heard good things.
Thanks, Brother! Great review.
Darren, Thanks. If you ever have any questions. gallerybbq@gmail.com
@Tommy Biggs - So I have a Smoke Vault that I use for smoking and a Weber Tailgate grill just for regular grill but I miss me some charcoal and I really want to get one but the reviews on Amazon are full of complaints on assembly/build quality and ppl say the company has lousy customer service or practically none at all. Can you let us know if you’ve had any problems with yours? Also any thoughts on the Z Grills pellet smokers? Nice vid BTW!
The Masterbuilt 1050 was easily the product of the year in 2020. The customer service while maybe a tad slow is there. everyone that had controler problems got it handled. Ive not used the Z...... Thanks, buddy, and if you need any more help. gallerybbq@gmail.com
For the 1050 how long does the charcoal last? Which brand do you thing last longer? Also, per the instructions it says I am unable to refill charcoal at a certain temp. Have you ever refill while cooking at high temp?
I refill when needed at most temps. Keep in mind if you have to refill the pit won't be at that 700f because when your low on charcoal it can't run at the high temp. The fuel lasts about 10 hrs or so Kingsford blue bag. Cheers
@@thegalleryBBQ thank you Sir! I just seasoned mine last night, about to cook something in few hours.
Pardon my ignorance, but for lighting are you applying regular vegetable oil to the paper towel?
Yes.....
@ sweet thanks, great video! 👍
Spot on Review. I keep a small shopvac next to lower fire door so I can cleanup each time I OPEN IT. A modified ash grate could have a deverter on it to catch or deflect crumbs into bucket. I just haven't built one yet. Open to anyone who wants to try. The only experience you shown that I have not had yet is all the water on folding tray. I give MB a lot of credit for coming up with a awesome prototype for the future of backyard bbq'ing, but they need to have before the competition does it first and that is to make the Pro Stainless Steel Chef's Model that fixes all this stuff once and for all. Make it bullet proof in other words and I am in 100%.
Till then my Model T 1050 will just flivver along chugging out Beautiful Blue Smoke flavoring all my masterful cooks . 👋😎👍👀
Thanks Tommy, spot on vid
Awesome response and much appreciated. Yeah, Im pretty much in for the l;ong haul on this bad boy. The only problem is, Does Masterbuilt wanna play with the big boys, or do they just wanna put out product and make money!. Time will tell.
@@thegalleryBBQ agree, if they are supporting the Green Egg witch I call a quality unit, why would they also want to add a sub product to the lineup. My hope is they are looking at these videos and taking notes. I can only hope, because the upgrade could put MB 10 years ahead of all the rest. We will buy it, so whats the holdup. They are for now in a lucky position and it's their race to win or give up as only a flash.
Place a baker's sheet pan below hopper area to catch residual crumbs and dust then dump or vacuum.
Solid overall breakdown! A couple thoughts:
I found that adding double layered aluminum foil in the top lid did a great job of keeping that area clean. I haven't done any other "mods" but that one was a quality of life improvement.
I'm also curious about the rust spots you've seen. Do you cover your grill often? I've had mine for 4 months now and it's been rust free but it's always covered or I bring it into my 3 season to keep it away from water.
Hi Justin. Yep My pits are always covered. Ill give that foil trick a look. I appreciate you for supporting my channel. Thanks-).
What's your opinion on using the griddle option on this unit?
so so....... I do prefer a stand alone griddle
I really love the grill. He's right it's a great grill but I feel like you have to add all the mods to make this grill great.
I do not agree... Many people and I do mean most people add zero mods and never have a problem,.
Excellent review Tommy. Li,ke the unbiased opinions!
Thanks! 👍
Nice review! About the ash bin, when I take it out I give it a shake and ash falls to bottom and I pick out the few burned coals
Bob, Ill give that a try. Thanks and thanks for the comment.
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
epic review man, well done!!!
Thanks a ton brother!
Great Review Tommy. I agree with all your comments. I would also add that Masterbuilt could also upgrade the power cord and plug as it seems flimsy for outdoor electrical connections.
Good call especially considering mine failed;).... Doug, thanks and Enjoy!
You mentioned that you changed the thermometer in the door of the grill. Do you have a link for that or can you tell me which one you chose?
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@@thegalleryBBQ thank you! Looking forward to getting one
B & B will burn cleaner than Kingsford. Great video!
Thanks Travis.
Cool idea for auto ignition but I'd hope they keep a version without it - those features are nice but not worth the price increase that usually comes with it (for me anyway)
Agreed!
Dope video!! Is this the biggest size in this model?
Correct! AWESOME pit!
Great review Tommy, very honest! I agree with the points here as well! I do wish I got the bigger model 1050. The 560 is just a *tad* too small!
Totally agree. I had the 560(loved it)but knew I needed the bigger pit.
I agree, cast iron is a pain to maintain. Hope they go to SS. Also, I like the unit but I love seeing all the annoying items. I agree with you. Great job
Cheers.
Blow torch works the best for lighting. The upper shelf design is smart. They all fold away. Fold up middle back, fold down upper, and pivot and slide middle front back. My only complaint is fuel consumption. Thing eats charcoal and i use B&B. $$$. The folding shelf borders on useless. Build quality is typical master built. Wish grease drained better. Don't use the app. Causes problems.
That about somes it up. Cheers and thanks for watching.
Great honest review!
Thanks brother!
The box part inside that you say it will rust out, what about spraying it with high temp paint that’s used for automotive applications?
I'm not to suire about that. what i can tell you is my 1050 is still going strong!
Without your input, we would never get an update...
Thank you for your help...
Bob Cooney
Salt Lake City Utah
Thanks brother. Enjoy!
Real great video so thank you. I’m torn as I do not see it lasting very long and some other reviews even show poor quality control. But I do not see any other gravity BBQs at their even at a premium price.
Glad it was helpful! check walmarts for sales on the 560. As low as 290.00. Thats a steal.
It's the shit. I was skeptical. I've cooked on a stick burner since I was a very young man cooking with my grand daddy. Needless to say, I was set in my ways. A traditionalist. I got one of these yesterday. Cooked my first cook on it today. Short Ribs. Nothing fancy. Let me tell you, I'm a believer now. Didn't have touch the damn thing after it was rolling. I didn't know what to do. Was watching the temp looking for it to go out of control, but it stayed right where I put it. I even fell asleep man. That is UNHEARD OF in any cook I've ever done in my life. And them ribs were insane. Perfect smoke. If everyone learns about these damn things they'll all be cooking bbq like me. 😂 I won't be the go to for bbq anymore.
Awesome post. Now that you know- ENJOY!
Nicely done Tommy!
Thank you kindly Tom.
Spot on brother! There's a mod to bypass those p.o.s. switches which would most likely void your warranty, so I won't elaborate lol! The limited space in regards to the fold up table and the lid handle could easily be fixed by moving the lid handle higher up on the lid. Anyways, another great newsletter as always. And keep the smoke rollin' Tommy!
Cool, thanks and as always. Good luck;).....
On the display, mine bounces back between temo and 0000. Annoying as hell. I want temp to stay on constantly. What does yours do?
Just give the dial a turn. It'll stay!
Another great video. Thanks for being honest, yes there are pros but everyone seems to love it once they get it working correctly. Some great ideas to improve it but then the price would probably go up. That's what's nice, it's under $1000.
Awesome so glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Enjoy!
Thorough review that's much appreciated as I'm heavily leaning towards getting the 560. I watch all your videos. Maybe it's me, but why not purchase the weather resistant cover to combat all the rust issues that you pointed out in your review.
Thanks Andre and thanks for supporting my channel. The only way to stop rust is by using material in the build that won't rust. some people even say that any cover you put on a grill will trap water/mildew/condensation and so forth. Keep me posted on your 560 purchase. Enjoy!
I own that cover. I’ve used the grill twice and it’s allready started to rust ......nothing is gonna stop it from rusting
Likely just low quality steel. Should be stainless but I'm sure it would last a long time. Salt air would probably kill it pretty quick.
@@btwiitchell55 I see firsthand, now that I have my own. I’ve had mine now for going on a year and I see the rust. Even the parts the I keep protected with foil during cooks rust slightly. Thanks for replying.
So far this grill is on my list to be purchase. I was about to jump on the pellet platform but waiting for charcoal temp controller like this one.
This pit will out cook any and I mean ANY pellet end of story!
beautiful grills the gravity series I love my 560
You kind of hit the nail on the head with this cooker. It is so simple that my wife cooks on it more than me sometimes. Between this and my OKJ Bronco they are my favs for the standard backyard cook. The main issue that I've had is with the safety switch on the charcoal shoot. I had to take it apart and clean it up to keep it from sending kill signals to the fan.
Do you have any insider info on what is next in the gravity series?
D's Ive heard that one is coming. When, who knows!! Thanks buddy!
My Bronco drum is a game changer in flavors.
@@bcfran3g844 its very easy to tune in as well. It holds heat really well