FireBoard Drive 2 is an updated version of a well-received product that sets the standard for performance and functionality in the wireless food thermometer/thermostatic controller class.
MSRP:$249.00Published On: 6/13/2020 Last Modified: 10/28/2022
The FireBoard Drive is an accessory for the FireBoard remote digital food thermometer that maintains temperature in charcoal and wood-fired cookers, and had received a top award for its performance and features.
MSRP:$80.00Published On: 7/1/2019 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
Auber Instrument’s latest entry into the barbecue temperature controller market is the SYL-2615. It adds to the features of its earlier model with a food probe and programmable steps. It communicates with the user either via its panel display and buttons or an app that runs on smart phones. It gets our top rating.
MSRP:$247.00Published On: 2/1/2018 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
The CyberQ Cloud is BBQ Guru’s new entry into the remote thermostatic controller market intended for use on charcoal grills or smokers. It adds a cloud connection that allows monitoring and setting most control functions from anywhere an Internet connection is available, using a browser or app. It gets our top rating.
MSRP:$330.00Published On: 2/1/2018 Last Modified: 2/24/2021
Read our review of the latest offerings from SmartFire, an Australian company that makes innovative products aimed at the outdoor smoker user.
MSRP:$290.00Published On: 6/22/2021 Last Modified: 11/29/2021
The SmartFire Pro BBQ Controller meets or exceeds expectations for this kind of equipment. It’s well-made, performs well, and meets our requirements for a Gold Medal.
MSRP:$253.00Published On: 7/23/2020 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
The BBQ Guru UltraQ Thermostatic controller and food thermometer is a full-featured product that incorporates all the conveniences expected in a product of this type, and received a Gold Medal.
MSRP:$395.00Published On: 6/14/2020 Last Modified: 7/28/2022
Read our review of the Perfect Draft BBQ Blower, a thermostatic controller for larger offset smokers and grills. It received a Gold Medal.
MSRP:$255.00Published On: 11/29/2018 Last Modified: 1/25/2021
Read our complete review of the BBQ Guru DigiQ DX3 thermostatic temperature controller for charcoal cookers that received a Gold Medal.
MSRP:$219.00Published On: 11/26/2018 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
Read our full review of the Flame Boss 400 Wi-Fi, a thermostatic controller designed to regulate the temperature of a charcoal-fired cooker like the Big Green Egg or the Weber Smokey Mountain. It works in conjunction with a free Android or iOS app or on the company’s website via any browser. Gold Medal Winner.
MSRP:$219.00Published On: 11/12/2018 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
See the complete review of the Pitmaster IQ120, a straightforward temperature controller for charcoal grills and smokers. We gave it a Gold Medal for good performance and low price.
MSRP:$199.95Published On: 10/20/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
See our detailed test and evaluation of the BBQ Guru CyberQ WiFi thermostatic controller that received a Gold Medal for its full feature set, ease of use, and good performance. This electronic controller regulates the temperature of wood-fired or charcoal cookers during those long barbecue sessions.
MSRP:$387.00Published On: 8/5/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
Read our comprehensive review of the Auber SYL-1615 thermostatic controller that we gave a Gold Medal for its ease of use and excellent performance. It automatically regulates the temperature in charcoal or wood-fired cookers as fuel is consumed during those long barbecue sessions.
MSRP:$169.65Published On: 7/6/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
The BBQ Guru DynaQ is a two-channel wireless remote food thermometer and thermostatic controller that comes with a stand, and an AC adapter. It’s a well-made unit with only Bluetooth connectivity, and should be fine for many backyard cooks.
MSRP:$257.00Published On: 6/14/2020 Last Modified: 7/28/2022
The BBQube Kamado Go 275 is a portable charcoal-fired smoker/grill combination that will appeal to tailgaters and backyard chefs who want a dual-purpose cooker that can operate off the grid.
MSRP:$399.00Published On: 5/12/2020 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
Read our complete review of the LavaLock® ATC-1 Thermostatic Temperature Controller for wood- or charcoal-fired smokers and grills. This is an easy to use unit with the essential features at a reasonable price.
MSRP:$149.95Published On: 8/23/2019 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
The ThermoWorks Billows is a thermostatic temperature controller that works with the ThermoWorks Signals food thermometer to accurately control the temperature inside a cooker. It performs very well and is ruggedly built, earning high praise.
MSRP:$59.00Published On: 7/10/2019 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
See our complete review of the BBQ Guru DigiQ DX2, a thermostatic controller for charcoal or wood cookers with an extra probe to monitor food temps. We give it a Silver Medal for its feature set and performance.
MSRP:$277.00Published On: 8/4/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
Read our complete test of the BBQube TempMaster Pro, a combination thermostatic controller and remote four-channel thermometer designed to regulate the cooking environment in a charcoal-fired smoker or grill. It contains two modules: the controller and the thermometer.
MSRP:$199.00Published On: 5/11/2018 Last Modified: 2/9/2022
Read our analysis of the Pitmaster IQ110, a straightforward temperature controller for charcoal grills and smokers. We gave it a Bronze Medal.
MSRP:$139.95Published On: 8/6/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
Read our thorough review of the Rock’s Stoker II, a significantly improved version of the original Stoker with new features and much better performance. This one gets a Gold Medal.
MSRP:$297.00Published On: 10/8/2015 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
Read the full review of the BBQ Guru PartyQ, a temperature regulator for charcoal cookers that holds the temperature constant while cooking. We gave it a Bronze Medal.
MSRP:$199.99Published On: 7/6/2014 Last Modified: 2/7/2022
Published On: 12/23/2020 Last Modified: 8/31/2022
It’s hard to beat a Weber kettle, but Napoleon holds its own and adds some unique features to make their 22″ Pro Cart a great alternative! Click here for more about what makes this grill special.
The Good-One Open Range is dramatically different from a traditional offset smoker, placing the heat source behind and under the smokebox instead of off to the side. Click here to read our complete review.
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The amazing Karubecue is the most innovative smoker in the world. At its crux is a patented firebox that burns logs above the cooking chamber and sucks heat and extremely clean blue smoke into the thermostat-controlled oven. Click here for our review of this superb smoker.
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