Another great review. Lots of people are saying that Treager has stepped up their quality. But you have really stepped up the quality of your videos over the years. Great job Sandy.
Fantastic review. I bought one of these today. Retiring my OK Joe stick burner. How highly you speak of your experience with the 780 makes me feel better about the purchase already.
Just pulled the trigger on this grill. Found a site online out of Louisiana with free shipping and $100 off, packaged with the cover and shelf. Out the door for $1045 before tax. Thanks for the great review.
Very well done review and very honest. I like how you gave the good and the bad in your opinion. I do have an answer regarding the hopper size. There is no reason why anyone should have a 20lb hopper. You will never go through all 20lbs in one cook. Unless your using it every day the hopper should be emptied and pellets stored correctly. When moisture gets in the hopper the pellets tend to go bad. Some people don’t know this and after a few weeks and some rain they turn the grill on & next thing you know the auger locks up because the pellets turn to sand once heated going through the auger. Then you need to take entire grill apart to clean it out and it’s a pain. Always store unused pellets after a cook in a sealed container to keep them optimal.
I appreciate the comment Nozzy. I do actually use my pellet grills on most days at some point. I go thru about 2 - 3 bags a week. Now I have an XL, so it isn't an issue anymore with a 42lb hopper LOL. Cheers!
I pick up a 780 today, after my pitboss let me down this is going to be a great smoker for doing turkeys vs the pitboss which was a bit short on hight looking forward to cooking Christmas dinner on the new Treager 780.
Just picked up my 780 yesterday. Gonna season it tonight and cook ribs or tri-tip tomorrow. I bought mine after seeing your reviews. Thanks for the info. Cheers 🍻
You can put the extra 2 pounds of pellets in a smoker tube, and add extra flavour and smoke in the chamber. That's what i do with the extra pellets that don't fit in the hopper! :-)
View informative review. I have a Yoder YS640 (The GOAT😉) and think the Timberline is what drove Yoder to upgrade their controller to a WiFi version including FireBoard control and cloud service.
Apex Brewer love my 640 also, but all major brand pellet grills on the market today are fantastic and do a great job! It just comes down to your budget and whether you have a certain loyalty to a brand. Traeger, Yoder or GMG for example are all excellent grills for the money.
@@JusPiddlinBBQ Haven't purchased a Traeger yet Seriously looking at the 780. The sticker on the shelf "Traeger" what I would like start off with. So how do I go about purchasing it? I have Paypal. John
what about the noice of the grill at lets say 6,5 feet. can you relaxed socialize or is it to close to the table? i want to buy one but that keeps me busy? thanks for sharing this vid
Sandy this a great review, very thorough and honest! The new 2019 models are awesome with the new controller. I agree the grates should be stainless. I’m going to have to look at getting a jus’ piddlin sticker for my ironwood and a jus’ traegerin sign.
thanks for the review im looking at upgrading from my pro 22 works fine but its just time to upgrade, looking at the Ironwood 880. but the 780 looks great too
I like the thought of a 20# pellet hopper, but why not 22# ? Most people will not let the hopper run out completely or empty extra pellets out to switch pellets , so it will always have extra pellets left. 22#’s will give ya the extra room. Excellent review!👍
Great review 👍. I have been watching several of your videos while I’m trying to decide on the right grill. Do you feel this one would be better than the Grilla Grill?
Thanks so much. I think both have their pros and cons. I do however have to look at the whole package, and with the grill, controller, and Traeger App, I think you get a better all around experience with this one.
The 18lb capacity is a good idea. It leaves you with a 2lb reserve if you aren't paying attention to a long cook and run out. After you cook just put the 2lbs in the hoper. That's just my thought.
Sandy, you are good at doing reviews. Very thorough and detailed with the mostly good, as well as the small amounts of bad. I don't have a pellet smoker (yet) but you helped give me some more great facts to chew on. This upgrade seems to have many good improvements. I'd rather have SS grates too, but I tell ya the porcelain enamel coated stuff is tuff and can withstan high temps. I've got one I use to burn charcoal on and gets very hot but after washing it off it is good as new. Thanks for the great review.
Phil thanks so much for the comment and your time. Great point about the grates. If I can help with anything let me know. Keep smokin Phil......it's gonna be a hot summer in the south brother!
Excellent review. First time seeing any of your videos. Definitely won’t be the last. I just got this BBQ for an anniversary/Father’s Day gift and I couldn’t be more excited to cook with it.
Complained about the 18lb hopper, but it only makes a difference the first time you fill it up. After that, you are going to top it off after most cooks and leave yourself with a partial bag. I watched his Grilla Silverbac review video which has a 20lb hopper and he poured in pellets to top it off. He even poured it from a large plastic container, so you know its nothing specific to a grill with an 18 lb hopper. I don't own one, just doing research and thought I'd point that out.
I actually pour full 20lb bags of pellets in my hoppers all the time...at least the one that holds 20lbs., because I use my grills almost daily. The plastic container that you mention holds 40 lbs of pellets...not just a piece of a bag. I put them in there so they stay dry. I do own, not one, but four pellet grills, and have owned two more. My experience is that I STILL prefer to have a 20lb hopper to match a 20lb bag of pellets. When my silverbac gets low, I can dump the whole bag in there. Pretty simple.
G Foster at times it gets pretty low. Especially if I don’t have any extra pellets on hand. Not to the point where I can see the auger, but pretty close.
Jus' Piddlin BBQ thanks for the reply. For those of us who purchase (or are considering purchasing) pellet grills for the set it and forget benefit, don’t you think we would just top off the hopper every cook or every other cook? Waiting till the hopper gets super low before refilling seems like a risky proposition. Especially if it is low in the middle of a cook.
I have been waiting for your thoughts on this grill ever since your 1st video showcasing it. On that video I commented that I also have the same grill and could not be happier. I also have a GMG which I enjoy as well. I currently have some St. Louis ribs cooking on the 780 now here in sunny northern California. I laughed about the 18lb hopper! That's what's awesome about watching videos because I never thought about that.. the bad thing is now I can't stop thinking about it and I'm annoyed as well haha!
Hey there! First time watching your videos. I already subs, too. Just purchased a Traeger 780 yesterday. Where can I get the orange lettering like you've got, to name my grill?
How would you rate in comparison to the Grilla Silverbac? I don't need the wifi features. I just want good build quality and performance. I am also considering Rec Tec
Just picked up my 780 today. Putting it together tomorrow and breaking it in. Saw your video yesterday and so glad you did a review. Makes me happy to know I picked a good smoker. I do think the front shelf at least should be included for the 1000 i just spent but whatever. Keep the smokes coming and looking forward to new videos.
I am so frustrated with my Traeger not staying connected to WiFi, I have a strong mesh system to boost my signal so I know it has nothing to do with that, I have it for 2 years now and it continues to not be able to link up to my phone, Sad to say I am glad there are so many more companies out there making pellet grills as I will never buy another from Traeger.
I don't suggest it because I don't think it will matter. It is not a sealed chamber other than the lid and chimney...i.e. the grease trap opening. The amount of smoke that leaves is going to be the same due to the pressure inside the chamber. Sealing the edges is fine, but more smoke will just come out of the chimney/grease trap opening (if that makes sense). It won't hurt anything, but I don't think it will matter.
How well will with this do hotdogs? That’s what I’ll be able to afford after the Traeger. Do you think they will overcook the hotdogs? What should the internal temp be for the hotdogs?
I just got one of these today. Haven't had the chance to try it yet. I also like the fact that its taller than the Pro 22,Pro34. I could probably do a turkey in this grill. Or Beer Can chicken where maybe the before mentioned ones may not be tall enough to do that.
@@JusPiddlinBBQ Ran across this channel and realize I didn't update. So far I like the grill very much. I found out unfortunately how durable it is when 2 times the wind took it and tipped it over(I was leaving it outside, now I roll it in the shed when I'm done with it. Chicken turns out phenomenal in this thing. Burgers and brats(I'm from Wisconsin LOL) also work well. I did the thanksgiving turkey in it as well. The Turkey was about a 17 pound one and it took about 4 hours at 350 degrees. I used the Traeger pellets and brine kit. Everyone love it. Ham works well too but that took a little longer than doing it in a regular oven. I do agree with you why didn't they just go ahead and use a 20 pound hopper? They do in the Ironwood and Timberline ones. Sometimes the Wifire is a little stubborn about wanting to connect but I can get it to do it.
I mentioned the 20lb hopper thing to my Traeger salesman and he didn’t think it was a big deal. I said, they are making the 20 lb hopper for the ironwood anyway? He had nothing to say. I’m still trying to decide which 2019 Traeger to get. I hate that the smaller one doesn’t have four castors! Now it’s between the 780 and the smaller ironwood?...
I would look at Grilla, IMO they are the way to go, TRaeger sat on their hands for so long and arrogantly tried to keep rolling on OG reputation, while everyone else innovated. Finally Traeger must have brought in new blood and are developing or copying other MFG improvements.
PJ Lacey if I were going to get an Ironwood, I'd go ahead and get the 885. I know that increases the price, but it is only $200 more than the 650, and you get more grill. Otherwise, I'd get the Pro 780.
Your other videos on the Grilla Grill Silverbac had me sold on buying one of those but after watching this video I’m confused on which grill u actually prefer. Which grill wud u suggest I purchase between the two? Thank you.
I like both of them. The traeger is more expensive, but the controller is way more advanced with wifi. If wifi isn't important to you go with the silverbac. Can't beat the price and build quality.
Hello Sir, Great Review. I would like to know more about the pellet sensor that tells you when your running low? I'm having a hard time trying to find that part that you mentioned
Thanks for the review! I just got my Traeger 780 pro yesterday and noticed the temperature on the smoker is completely off. Another thing I noticed is that it didn’t produce any smoke while I was smoking my tri tip? I’m a first time Traeger owner and a bit confused on these things. Have you experienced either of these issues with your Traeger?
saw your post and just got a Traeger 780- having same issue with smoke output- it seems like what every low temp I put it on I only get smoke when starting it up and then no smoke- did you find resolution?
I watched quite a few of your videos before I bought mine. The the pellet smoke flavor. Makes awesome chicken. I went to your wedsite. Do you have any rubs or sauces? Or just swag?
Great review just brought mine today and I’m excited to put it together an get it going. Ps favorite part of the review was him going off about the pellet bag and hooper size. I agree 😡😡
Is it normal for the pro 780 to be hotter at the grill surface compared to what the unit reads? Set my 780 to 225 but ambient temp at the grill surface reads 25-35 degrees hotter.
I've never measured the grill surface temp on any of my grills. I just trust the grills and cook. If the cooks are turning out the way that I want them to, then I don't really worry about what the temp says. Don't overcomplicate things. Grab a beer and enjoy!
Great video, been enjoying your channel as a new enthusiast. Been a couple weeks with IRONWOOD 885 (D2 controller)... holds temp great, app is amazing, wifi connection is great, very glad I picked up a Treager (first smoke was 5 racks of ribs, 2 tri tips, 12 chicken legs).
Pros and Cons to each. If you like wifi, go with the pro 780. If wifi isn't important, I would go with the SB. I love them both.Cooking surface is a bit bigger on the 780
I have never grilled before and I am looking for a grill. I know this came out four years ago but I wanted opinions on if this is still a great option or if there are other grills I should consider. I want something with this type of technology. Thanks for your help guys!!
Great review Sandy! What are your thoughts on the build quality of the burn pot and heat deflector? The deflector seems very thin imo. Cool looking stickers by the way.
Thanks Bill. Only issue with build quality that I have is heat deflector, lid catch, and the 18lb hopper design. I forgot to mention the deflector, but I think it should be more sturdy, but it does what the name implies, so we will see how it lasts.
One of the best reviews I've seen for ANY traeger. Does this model have super smoke and how does the wifire do after you've used it a while? Does it lose signal often?
Just purchased this grills these review reassured me can’t wait to use it
Good choice!
Another great review. Lots of people are saying that Treager has stepped up their quality. But you have really stepped up the quality of your videos over the years. Great job Sandy.
Thanks so much for this comment. I truly appreciate that!
Fantastic review. I bought one of these today. Retiring my OK Joe stick burner. How highly you speak of your experience with the 780 makes me feel better about the purchase already.
Just pulled the trigger on this grill. Found a site online out of Louisiana with free shipping and $100 off, packaged with the cover and shelf. Out the door for $1045 before tax. Thanks for the great review.
890 views is a damn shame. Get this man a 4k cam plus a mic and it will be 20k. Solid review. very informative
Just got my 780 brother you gave a great review.
20 lb pellet bag but 18lb hopper is a great point but maybe traeger assumes the other 2lb's of pellets would be in the auger?? Idk maybe I'm wrong.
I’m guessing it’s for priming and some spilled
I thoroughly enjoyed your video.
Just got one for my birthday. Thanks for the information...
Very well done review and very honest. I like how you gave the good and the bad in your opinion. I do have an answer regarding the hopper size. There is no reason why anyone should have a 20lb hopper. You will never go through all 20lbs in one cook. Unless your using it every day the hopper should be emptied and pellets stored correctly. When moisture gets in the hopper the pellets tend to go bad. Some people don’t know this and after a few weeks and some rain they turn the grill on & next thing you know the auger locks up because the pellets turn to sand once heated going through the auger. Then you need to take entire grill apart to clean it out and it’s a pain. Always store unused pellets after a cook in a sealed container to keep them optimal.
I appreciate the comment Nozzy. I do actually use my pellet grills on most days at some point. I go thru about 2 - 3 bags a week. Now I have an XL, so it isn't an issue anymore with a 42lb hopper LOL. Cheers!
@3:36 is when math crushes the brain! I would of done the same thing! Great video and thanks.
I bought the smaller size one, the 575. Im anxious to use it. Im kinda new to smoking.
You hit the nail on the head with the 18 lb hopper
One of the best reviews ever. I enjoyed it and it was exceptionally informative.
My pro 780 comes in tomorrow. Can't wait. ... awesome review. Subscribed
I pick up a 780 today, after my pitboss let me down this is going to be a great smoker for doing turkeys vs the pitboss which was a bit short on hight looking forward to cooking Christmas dinner on the new Treager 780.
Just picked up my 780 yesterday. Gonna season it tonight and cook ribs or tri-tip tomorrow. I bought mine after seeing your reviews. Thanks for the info. Cheers 🍻
Congratulations Eddie! Let me know what you cook on it. Cheers!
Jus' Piddlin BBQ ....I started off with the 3-2-1 ribs. I was pretty impressed with how they came out. I used the hickory pellets.
@@eddiev2o9 I like the hickory pellets mixed with cherry pellets. That is my favorite combo to cook with.
Just bought the 780 last night your review is awsome.
Just purchased my first Traeger grill today. The same model to be exact.
Right on!
You can put the extra 2 pounds of pellets in a smoker tube, and add extra flavour and smoke in the chamber. That's what i do with the extra pellets that don't fit in the hopper! :-)
Where do you place the tube?
@@bobbymalick9684back, right corner of the chamber. Open side towards center of the grill
Under the drip pan?
@@bobbymalick9684 no no. On the main grill. The air flow from below will help the smoke to saturate the chamber. It works great.
Thank you I’ll give that a try
Great review .. just bought my 780 and cant wait to start using it..
We just got a Pro 780 and it too drives me crazy i cant just dump the full bag of pellets into the hopper.
How about emptying the hopper?
I don't have this grill anymore, but it had a pellet dump...I've just never had a need for a pellet dump.
Your welcome for stopping by
I’m very tempted to buy this model.. just a few days I was thinking of buying the 34pro series..
View informative review. I have a Yoder YS640 (The GOAT😉) and think the Timberline is what drove Yoder to upgrade their controller to a WiFi version including FireBoard control and cloud service.
Yoder is the G.O.A.T.!!
Apex Brewer love my 640 also, but all major brand pellet grills on the market today are fantastic and do a great job!
It just comes down to your budget and whether you have a certain loyalty to a brand.
Traeger, Yoder or GMG for example are all excellent grills for the money.
Yoders rust had 2 . Don’t pay good money for rust
I thought the tabs on the back were for the power cable.
Seriously considering this smoker (I do not consider this to be a grill). Thanks for the review.
Awesome Review brother! I’ve got a Pro 22 and wanted some more grill space, so I Just purchased my Pro780, can’t wait to get cooking!!
Thanks for the review! Helped me decide to get this smoker. Looking forward to your other videos!
Thanks for the comment Steven. Looking forward to seeing what you cook!
Where ya purchase the orange stickers for the Traeger they really look "Sharp"
Thanks so much. I make them. www.juspiddlinbbq.com or let me know what you want and I can make it.
@@JusPiddlinBBQ Haven't purchased a Traeger yet Seriously looking at the 780. The sticker on the shelf "Traeger" what I would like start off with. So how do I go about purchasing it? I have Paypal. John
what about the noice of the grill at lets say 6,5 feet. can you relaxed socialize or is it to close to the table? i want to buy one but that keeps me busy? thanks for sharing this vid
Great video, thank you.... Does it come with temp probes ?
It does.
Sandy this a great review, very thorough and honest! The new 2019 models are awesome with the new controller. I agree the grates should be stainless. I’m going to have to look at getting a jus’ piddlin sticker for my ironwood and a jus’ traegerin sign.
Awesome Jace! Let me know and I'll get em out to ya!
Jace Mills How are you liking the super smoke feature on your ironwood ?
thanks for the review im looking at upgrading from my pro 22 works fine but its just time to upgrade, looking at the Ironwood 880. but the 780 looks great too
Really appreciate this video
Now im excited for that 780 tomorrow!
I like the thought of a 20# pellet hopper, but why not 22# ? Most people will not let the hopper run out completely or empty extra pellets out to switch pellets , so it will always have extra pellets left. 22#’s will give ya the extra room. Excellent review!👍
Great review 👍. I have been watching several of your videos while I’m trying to decide on the right grill. Do you feel this one would be better than the Grilla Grill?
Thanks so much. I think both have their pros and cons. I do however have to look at the whole package, and with the grill, controller, and Traeger App, I think you get a better all around experience with this one.
Thanks for the reply. I do appreciate your opinion 👍
The 18lb capacity is a good idea. It leaves you with a 2lb reserve if you aren't paying attention to a long cook and run out. After you cook just put the 2lbs in the hoper. That's just my thought.
Put all 20lbs in and you don't run out. 20lb hopper should equal a 20lb bag. I love the 780....but I prefer the 20lb hopper that my GG Silverbac has.
Sandy, you are good at doing reviews. Very thorough and detailed with the mostly good, as well as the small amounts of bad. I don't have a pellet smoker (yet) but you helped give me some more great facts to chew on. This upgrade seems to have many good improvements. I'd rather have SS grates too, but I tell ya the porcelain enamel coated stuff is tuff and can withstan high temps. I've got one I use to burn charcoal on and gets very hot but after washing it off it is good as new. Thanks for the great review.
Phil thanks so much for the comment and your time. Great point about the grates. If I can help with anything let me know. Keep smokin Phil......it's gonna be a hot summer in the south brother!
Excellent review. First time seeing any of your videos. Definitely won’t be the last. I just got this BBQ for an anniversary/Father’s Day gift and I couldn’t be more excited to cook with it.
How well does it hold a temp? I have a different brand and the temp will fluctuate 15 degrees or so and only sets at 25 degree changes.
Superb, informative and honest review 👍🏻
Thanks a ton
Thanks for the video. I’m thinking of buying the Pro 575 for Father’s Day because their on $100 off regular price
Which one do you prefer Treager or Silverbac
Complained about the 18lb hopper, but it only makes a difference the first time you fill it up. After that, you are going to top it off after most cooks and leave yourself with a partial bag. I watched his Grilla Silverbac review video which has a 20lb hopper and he poured in pellets to top it off. He even poured it from a large plastic container, so you know its nothing specific to a grill with an 18 lb hopper. I don't own one, just doing research and thought I'd point that out.
I actually pour full 20lb bags of pellets in my hoppers all the time...at least the one that holds 20lbs., because I use my grills almost daily. The plastic container that you mention holds 40 lbs of pellets...not just a piece of a bag. I put them in there so they stay dry. I do own, not one, but four pellet grills, and have owned two more. My experience is that I STILL prefer to have a 20lb hopper to match a 20lb bag of pellets. When my silverbac gets low, I can dump the whole bag in there. Pretty simple.
Jus' Piddlin BBQ so you let your 20lb capacity hoppers go all the way empty before you fill them up????
G Foster at times it gets pretty low. Especially if I don’t have any extra pellets on hand. Not to the point where I can see the auger, but pretty close.
Jus' Piddlin BBQ thanks for the reply. For those of us who purchase (or are considering purchasing) pellet grills for the set it and forget benefit, don’t you think we would just top off the hopper every cook or every other cook? Waiting till the hopper gets super low before refilling seems like a risky proposition. Especially if it is low in the middle of a cook.
G Foster I don’t believe in “set it and forget it”. Do your pellets however you want to do them. I shared my opinion. Thanks for the comments.
I'm building a hopper extension for my 780 that will take mine over the 20lb. mark powder coated and all to match :)
This was a honest review. Keep them coming
That's my goal Guy! I appreciate that, and glad to have you.
Have you had good experience with WiFi and app communicating with eachother
I have been waiting for your thoughts on this grill ever since your 1st video showcasing it. On that video I commented that I also have the same grill and could not be happier. I also have a GMG which I enjoy as well. I currently have some St. Louis ribs cooking on the 780 now here in sunny northern California. I laughed about the 18lb hopper! That's what's awesome about watching videos because I never thought about that.. the bad thing is now I can't stop thinking about it and I'm annoyed as well haha!
Sorry Chris LOLOL!
Hi your video is very helpful but is there a selection for "smoking" only before desire temp?
Hey there! First time watching your videos. I already subs, too. Just purchased a Traeger 780 yesterday. Where can I get the orange lettering like you've got, to name my grill?
How would you rate in comparison to the Grilla Silverbac? I don't need the wifi features. I just want good build quality and performance. I am also considering Rec Tec
If you don't need the wifi go with the Silverbac.
I don’t hardly get any smoke out of mine even at low temp, can you help?
I know nothing about grills. This made me want to buy this and grill every day
Just picked up my 780 today. Putting it together tomorrow and breaking it in. Saw your video yesterday and so glad you did a review. Makes me happy to know I picked a good smoker. I do think the front shelf at least should be included for the 1000 i just spent but whatever. Keep the smokes coming and looking forward to new videos.
Awesome video, does this girl come with the super smoke option you may have said it I just missed that?
Excellent review. Definitely going to this.
I believe the ironwood has 20lb hoppers, but why they didn’t just make pro with 20lb is unknown
Grilla gills has a 20lbs hopper and thicker steel. Other than that great grill.
What is your shelf you have on the front? Model number and where do you purchase it? BTW great review Thanks
14:50 Priceless!
Magic!😉 Treager didn't think about that 🤣
Oh yeah, 20 lb hopper too but also wish I had SS grates ha
I am so frustrated with my Traeger not staying connected to WiFi, I have a strong mesh system to boost my signal so I know it has nothing to do with that, I have it for 2 years now and it continues to not be able to link up to my phone, Sad to say I am glad there are so many more companies out there making pellet grills as I will never buy another from Traeger.
Your review just about convinced me. Great info!
Thanks Carlos! Let me know what you decide to do.
Good morning
After a year using my 780
Do you suggest to seal the edges .....thank you
I don't suggest it because I don't think it will matter. It is not a sealed chamber other than the lid and chimney...i.e. the grease trap opening. The amount of smoke that leaves is going to be the same due to the pressure inside the chamber. Sealing the edges is fine, but more smoke will just come out of the chimney/grease trap opening (if that makes sense). It won't hurt anything, but I don't think it will matter.
@@JusPiddlinBBQ thank you so much for your response
Can the bottom cooking grilled be moved up?
i would recommend a 22 lb. hopper so you can fill it with a full bag when it get low, before it completely runs out
Did you get rid of the Gorilla grill? I was thinking about getting the Silverback Pro, but now I might be changing my mind to a Traeger.
Thank you for the review. My husband got this for me for Christmas 😍. I’m a happy griller!
Congrats Tricia!
How well will with this do hotdogs? That’s what I’ll be able to afford after the Traeger. Do you think they will overcook the hotdogs? What should the internal temp be for the hotdogs?
Zach Guibergia hot dogs come out great. Internal temp should be 203+\-2 degrees. Cooke them vertically not horizontally for best results. Cheers!
Jus' Piddlin BBQ You got a subscriber! Haha
Nice review I ordered the 575 pro with bronze lid should be in next week can’t wait
I got a pro 575 as well. What u like and don't about it ?
Great honest review. Thanks brother! Keep smokin'
Great video, thanks for the honesty
I just got one of these today. Haven't had the chance to try it yet. I also like the fact that its taller than the Pro 22,Pro34. I could probably do a turkey in this grill. Or Beer Can chicken where maybe the before mentioned ones may not be tall enough to do that.
Congratulations!!
@@JusPiddlinBBQ Ran across this channel and realize I didn't update. So far I like the grill very much. I found out unfortunately how durable it is when 2 times the wind took it and tipped it over(I was leaving it outside, now I roll it in the shed when I'm done with it. Chicken turns out phenomenal in this thing. Burgers and brats(I'm from Wisconsin LOL) also work well. I did the thanksgiving turkey in it as well. The Turkey was about a 17 pound one and it took about 4 hours at 350 degrees. I used the Traeger pellets and brine kit. Everyone love it. Ham works well too but that took a little longer than doing it in a regular oven. I do agree with you why didn't they just go ahead and use a 20 pound hopper? They do in the Ironwood and Timberline ones. Sometimes the Wifire is a little stubborn about wanting to connect but I can get it to do it.
Great review man. I think this might put me over the edge on the 780.
Curious as to whether or not you have noticed a difference in the food between the Traeger and the Silverbac?
Great review. How's the actual smoke taste when using it as a smoker? Thx
I mentioned the 20lb hopper thing to my Traeger salesman and he didn’t think it was a big deal. I said, they are making the 20 lb hopper for the ironwood anyway? He had nothing to say. I’m still trying to decide which 2019 Traeger to get. I hate that the smaller one doesn’t have four castors! Now it’s between the 780 and the smaller ironwood?...
I would look at Grilla, IMO they are the way to go, TRaeger sat on their hands for so long and arrogantly tried to keep rolling on OG reputation, while everyone else innovated. Finally Traeger must have brought in new blood and are developing or copying other MFG improvements.
PJ Lacey if I were going to get an Ironwood, I'd go ahead and get the 885. I know that increases the price, but it is only $200 more than the 650, and you get more grill. Otherwise, I'd get the Pro 780.
Jay C that is the great thing about competition......it prevents complacency.
Your other videos on the Grilla Grill Silverbac had me sold on buying one of those but after watching this video I’m confused on which grill u actually prefer. Which grill wud u suggest I purchase between the two? Thank you.
I like both of them. The traeger is more expensive, but the controller is way more advanced with wifi. If wifi isn't important to you go with the silverbac. Can't beat the price and build quality.
Ok great! Thank u sooo much for your helpful advice. I ordered the Silverbac n the MEATER probe+ as well. Hv u used the MEATER probe? Thanks again!👍
Do I have to prime every time I start using the pellet grill???
No...
What would happen if you put all 20 pounds in the hopper?
Hello Sir, Great Review. I would like to know more about the pellet sensor that tells you when your running low? I'm having a hard time trying to find that part that you mentioned
Nice review! Lots of nice features!
Thanks for the review! I just got my Traeger 780 pro yesterday and noticed the temperature on the smoker is completely off. Another thing I noticed is that it didn’t produce any smoke while I was smoking my tri tip? I’m a first time Traeger owner and a bit confused on these things. Have you experienced either of these issues with your Traeger?
Estefany Dingle how is the temp off?
saw your post and just got a Traeger 780- having same issue with smoke output- it seems like what every low temp I put it on I only get smoke when starting it up and then no smoke- did you find resolution?
New to the channel you ever use a green Mountain? I have the Daniel Boone.
Welcome Jon! I have looked at them several times, but I have never used one.
I watched quite a few of your videos before I bought mine. The the pellet smoke flavor. Makes awesome chicken. I went to your wedsite. Do you have any rubs or sauces? Or just swag?
I have thought about rubs and sauces, but I haven't made it that far yet. Thanks for asking.
Do you have to prime the Auger with every cook?
Great review. I really enjoyed it. Thinking about getting one myself.
Awesome review. On Point. Great Job!
Great review just brought mine today and I’m excited to put it together an get it going. Ps favorite part of the review was him going off about the pellet bag and hooper size. I agree 😡😡
Very nice review. Keep up the great work!
Is it normal for the pro 780 to be hotter at the grill surface compared to what the unit reads? Set my 780 to 225 but ambient temp at the grill surface reads 25-35 degrees hotter.
I've never measured the grill surface temp on any of my grills. I just trust the grills and cook. If the cooks are turning out the way that I want them to, then I don't really worry about what the temp says. Don't overcomplicate things. Grab a beer and enjoy!
@@JusPiddlinBBQ thanks brother!! Really enjoy your content from Paris Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
Is there a specific increment you can increase/decrease the temperature? Or can you set it at any random temp?
Great video, been enjoying your channel as a new enthusiast. Been a couple weeks with IRONWOOD 885 (D2 controller)... holds temp great, app is amazing, wifi connection is great, very glad I picked up a Treager (first smoke was 5 racks of ribs, 2 tri tips, 12 chicken legs).
Eddie that is awesome, and wow what a great first cook! Smoke on man!
How does it compare to silverback?
Pros and Cons to each. If you like wifi, go with the pro 780. If wifi isn't important, I would go with the SB. I love them both.Cooking surface is a bit bigger on the 780
Great review! What's the difficulty level in cleaning this grill, and how do you recommend to keep it looking new?
I have never grilled before and I am looking for a grill. I know this came out four years ago but I wanted opinions on if this is still a great option or if there are other grills I should consider. I want something with this type of technology. Thanks for your help guys!!
@@smitht1988 I'm pretty happy with it. Although it's not a grill.
Great review Sandy! What are your thoughts on the build quality of the burn pot and heat deflector? The deflector seems very thin imo. Cool looking stickers by the way.
Thanks Bill. Only issue with build quality that I have is heat deflector, lid catch, and the 18lb hopper design. I forgot to mention the deflector, but I think it should be more sturdy, but it does what the name implies, so we will see how it lasts.
For the record I think it’s better that you used it a few times before reviewing. Gives it more validity.
One of the best reviews I've seen for ANY traeger. Does this model have super smoke and how does the wifire do after you've used it a while? Does it lose signal often?
No super smoke, but the wifire works great from the back corner of my backyard.