The 11 Best Smokers Under $500 of 2023

Features five chrome-plated cooking grates and a total cooking space of 1382 square inches

Heavy-Gauge Steel Body Construction. The temperature gauge features a smoke zone which indicates the ideal temperatures for infusing the perfect amount for smoking flavor. Also, the cool to touch handles, allow you to access fuel and food safely.

Cool-touch spring lid grip provides safer access to food

Stainless temperature gauge with "Smoke Zone" indicates the ideal temperature for infusing smoke flavor

Oversized steel wheels for mobility before and after use

Over 970 square inches of cooking space

Cold-rolled steel body, and four cooking racks

Removable grease tray for easy cleanup

Locking door and easy-access wood chip loader

Adjustable thermostat and electric timer help you master the art of smoking

4 cooking grates

784 square Inch of total cooking area

Charcoal & ash management system includes charcoal chamber, charcoal grate & removable ash pan

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Stainless temperature gauge with smoke zone indicates the ideal temperature for infusing smoke flavor

Built-in temperature gauge

Temperature control is easy with analog dial

Wood chip tray slides out for easy ash removal

Three chrome-coated smoking racks

1,500-watt heating element for even, consistent smoking

5. 45 SQUARE FEET OF INTERIOR: The spacious 5. 45 square foot interior means there is plenty of room to smoke a variety of meats along with several trays of vegetables. The vertical footprint makes it a perfect size for patios and barbecue kitchens.

Product Dimensions: 19.3" L x 18.1" W x 38.6" H | Weight: 69.5 lb

FOUR 14 X 14-INCH REMOVABLE STAINLESS STEEL SHELVES: Four stainless steel racks can be easily removed for smoking whole birds or large cuts of meat. Racks are dishwasher safe, making cleanup easy.

BUILT-IN THERMOMETER: Features easy-to-read thermometer on the front door for accessible monitoring of the internal temperature.

TOTAL TEMPERATURE AND SMOKE CONTROL: An adjustable gas supply gives control over the amount of heat. Optimal smoker access through two doors and a rear vent can be opened or closed to control the amount of heat and smoke exiting the oven.

SEAL-TIGHT TWIST-LOCK DOOR AND HANDLE: The door stays tightly sealed with a twist of the handle.

PORCELAIN ENAMELED STEEL TRAY HOLDS WOOD AND WATER: A porcelain enamel steel tray holds the wood chips and water so clean-up is easy after use. Smoker requires wood chips when grilling.

40-INCH PROPANE HOSE AND REGULATOR: Includes a 40-inch hose and regulator that attaches quickly to a standard propane tank. Grill works with 20lb propane tank. (propane not included)

Six height-adjustable cooking grates accommodate various sizes of food, giving 1890 square inches of total cooking space with 25-pounds capacity per grate.

Porcelain-enameled steel charcoal chamber is designed to keep briquettes stacked tightly for improved burn efficiency.

Charcoal and ash management system with charcoal chamber, grate and sliding, removable steel ash pan. Designed to handle large amounts of ash for hours of maintenance-free cooking

Vertical design lends itself to naturally rising heat, achieving greater efficiency and improved smoke flavor. Offset design keeps direct heat away from the food, allowing for slow cooking.

Smoke stack features an adjustable flue for additional flavor and temperature control.

Built-in, stainless steel thermometer. ‘Smoke Zone’ indicates ideal temperature for infusing smoke flavor and an easy-to-read gauge helps you achieve perfectly smoked foods.

Dimensions: 21 × 43.3 × 50.2 in

Temperature reaches up to 275˚F

Digital panel controls on/off, cooking temperature and time

711 sq. in. of smoking space to feed the whole family

Four chrome-coated smoking racks

Thermostat-temperature control for even, consistent smoking

Power source type: Corded Electric

Integrated analog controls - no more plugging and unplugging components

Three porcelain coated cooking grids, 593 sq in. Includes porcelain coated water and wood pan

Analog meat probe included

Complete control of smoker from 150F - 325F.

External access to wood pan

【QUALITY PROTECTION】 - Build-in thermometer with detailed temperature scale and adjustable air supply on lid for greater temperature control.Porcelain-enameled water pan and charcoal pan can provide you the stable use. The heat resistant bakelite handles make transport, basting and cooking a breeze.

【COOKING SPACE】 - 2 pieces cooking grids provide total 453 square inches cooking space. With crossbar and 4 hangers inside the lid, you can smoke different sizes and shapes of meat.

【MULTI-FUNTIONAL】 - Smoking is a popular method that allows food to be preserved longer, or to impart a different flavour to food, it can be used for cold or hot smoking. Cooks different ways - smokes/grills/steams/bake/braise/roast, offers huge flexibility.

【LATCH LOCKING SYSTEM】 - It's easy to assemble and easy to use. Two layers design you can easily take them apart to transport or clean. Use as a bbq grill or a smoker it depends on you. With the latch locking system, it can provide you more stability.

【2 ACCESS DOOR】 - The advantage of 2 access door is you can open the door according you request, more flexible than the one access door. When you need to check the status of foods, you just need to open the upper door. Open the other door, you can add charcoal or wood easier.

Spacious cooking surface: 457. 86 sq. Inches of cooking surface over 3 chrome-coated smoking racks; 1500-watt heating power with fully adjustable and removable digital controller; integrated thermometer for a quick check of internal temperature.

Grease Management system: in addition to removable stainless steel water pan and Lidded chip box, This analog electric smoker has an independent grease cup that makes your life easier with quick and convenient clean-up.

Versatile application: featuring multi-functional uses, the smoker could satisfy different sorts of needs such as smoked barbecue, firewood grilling, steaming, drying, and etc.

Good seal performance: latch system ensures a good seal performance, cool-touch spring door handle prevents scalding, and 2-side handles for convenient transport.

Heat-retaining: double-wall construction firebox helps retain smoking temperature.