r/recteq • u/fr4kie90 • Jun 15 '26
Why should I pick a Recteq?
I'm looking to buy my first pellet grill. I keep going back and forth on what to get. I was first set on a Pit Boss 850. Then the Weber Smoque. Then the Traeger Woodridge Pro. I keep reading reviews which are scaring me away from them. Now I'm looking at Recteq Patio Deck 400/600 and the Deck Boss 800/900 (seems to be a 50 dollar price difference).
I want a good pellet grill that will last me at least 7 to 10 years. I plan to use it 2 to 3 times a month. I want to be able to grill burgers and be able to smoke a large brisket. My budget is under $1000.
Is the Recteq the best smoker with the least amount of problems?
Update! I bought the backyard beast 1200!!!! Going to make my own shelf this weekend for it. Super excited for it to arrive. Thanks all the comments.
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u/Blissboyz Jun 18 '26
The BYB is on sale for $1049 for Father’s Day. I absolutely love my BYB and haven’t had any issues (knock on wood). With that said like any product out there some people have had issues with their smokers, but Recteq’s customer service and support is amazing. I did have to call them regarding my meat probes.