Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 Griddle Insert - MB20181622

I purchased the Masterbuilt autoignite 545 unit this fall and am really looking forward to using it once the weather warms up. I've been interested in the gravity charcoal feed concept for quite some time, but I've held off on buying a pellet grill because I've always preferred the flavor and control of charcoal cooking. As a longtime (self-proclaimed) BBQ enthusiast, I've owned and used several smokers and grills over the years, including an offset smoker from Oklahoma Joe's, a dual propane/charcoal unit from Member's Mark, and a Weber Smoky Mountain smoker from Weber. In fact, I'm in the process of giving them away because, as I've gotten older, I've realized I always come back to charcoal cooking. That's why this concept really stands out to me. The combination of digital controls, auto-ignite, and a gravity-fed charcoal system from Masterbuilt seems like a true game changer. It offers the authentic charcoal experience I enjoy, with the convenience and consistency of modern technology.

This grill has amazing stability in temperature control. Its working surface area is huge. It's software app gives you total control and ease of monitoring the cooking process from a distance

I have had mine just over a year, and it has always had trouble holding a temp. It will cook steady for anywhere between 30-120 minutes, and then completely drop off the heat to nothing. Makes it impossible to set it and walk away. Kind of frustrating.

Absolutely love this grill/smoker. It soo simple to use and gives amazing results. It makes smoking meats easy and they come out making everyone think you are one of the best cooks. Because of this smoker my wife wants, bbq all the time. We try to use it at least once a week since getting it. I purchased it at beginning of November so it was a no brainer to do the Thanksgiving turkey on it. This makes the best burgers ive ever had, super quick to. From time I light it to time we are eating is less than 20mins.

After using other Masterbuilt products, I thought I would give the 800 series a try. Man, glad I did. My old off-set smoker retired. Got this one and love the features the chimney works great with the auto adjusted temp and air flow. And the ash pan is great, easy to use. From grilling to low and slow smoking to using the griddle, I would recommend the Masterbuilt gravity series, love it and use it all the time for all my smoking and grilling needs.

It worked for about a month and a half. Then the board wouldn't light up. I found another cord to use and then the fan wouldn't turn on. This has been the biggest nightmare. It cooked beautifully for a split second then I will have not been able to use it in the last 6 1/2 months. Customer service sucks. Nobody has been able to tell me what can be done to repair it. You never get to talk to a live person. Everything is automated. You only get an email a week later. This was the most disappointing outdoor cooking product I've ever used in my entire life. Horrible experience because of horrible customer service no effort at all to fix the product or even point me in the right direction to get it fixed.

I purchased this a few years ago and I'm very pleased with its performance and quality. Especially when smoking brisket. Which I do quite often . I do recommend cleaning it after use to prevent flaring up when you bbq especially if you're bb chicken. Overall great product!

i bought my gravity series smoker over 2 years ago and it has been wonderful i use real hickory wood in it so i get smoke flavor like on an offset but i can start it up and monitor it from my cell phone when im at work or working on the farm i work a full time job in town and i also have a farm with this i can still smoke a pork butt or a brisket without having to maintain a fire every 45 minutes it works great for me

For a long time, the world of authentic charcoal BBQ felt like it had a 'keep out' sign for me. As a cook who is visually impaired, managing a traditional stick burner or charcoal grill was a series of safety hurdles and guesswork. Judging the color of a flame, the thickness of smoke, or the glow of embers isn't just difficult; it can be dangerous. ​That all changed with my Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050. ​This machine has completely bridged the gap between my passion for cooking and my need for a safe, accessible workflow. The digital precision of the GravityFed™ system means I no longer have to visually monitor a fire box. Instead, the fan does the heavy lifting, maintaining a rock-steady temperature that I can 'see' through my phone. By using the Masterbuilt app with TalkBack, I receive real-time audio feedback on my grill and meat temperatures, giving me the same precise control as any other pitmaster. ​The 1050 has transformed BBQ from a challenge I avoided into a craft I've mastered. It gives me the independence to be the chef for my family and the confidence to know that every meal will be perfect. It's more than just a smoker to me—it's the tool that brought me back to the table."

Gravity 800 Grill Smoker Griddle purchased recently and it hasn't skipped a beat. I also added the rotisserie attachment and it works great. I very happy with my purchase of the Gravity 800.