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Outdoor · Pellet Smoker

Traeger Pro 575

9.0/10 Our verdictHands-on tested · not gifted

App-controlled brisket, the easy way. WiFi so you monitor and adjust temp from your phone, it holds temperature rock-steady, and there's room for a full packer brisket.

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App-controlled smoking
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Real brisket cooks
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WiFi temp control Holds temp steady Fits a full packer Pricey vs. a Weber
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The full review

Why the Pro 575 for brisket

The whole appeal of a pellet smoker is that it takes the anxiety out of a long cook. With the Pro 575 you load pellets, set your temp, and it does the rest — and because it's WiFi-enabled, you can watch and adjust from your phone instead of babysitting the pit all day. It holds temperature steady, which is exactly what a low-and-slow brisket needs, and there's enough space for a full packer.

Want to save money? The Weber Smokey Mountain (~$400) makes fantastic brisket too — but you manage temperature the old-school way with vents, no app. If you want to learn the craft hands-on, that's a great pick. If you want set-it-and-forget-it, the Traeger wins.

Who a pellet smoker is really for

Pellet smokers are the easiest way in. There's no learning the dance of vents and fire management before you can make good food — the smoker handles the temperature so you can focus on the meat. That convenience is the reason it's worth the premium for a lot of people.

What I liked

  • Phone monitoring & control
  • Steady, reliable temps
  • Room for a full packer brisket
  • Beginner-friendly

What to know

  • Around $900
  • Needs power + pellets
  • Weber does it for less (no app)
  • Big footprint on the patio

Common questions

Traeger Pro 575 vs. Weber Smokey Mountain?

The Traeger gives you app control and hands-off temp management for around $900. The Weber (~$400) makes equally great brisket but you manage vents manually. It's convenience vs. cost.

Is a pellet smoker good for beginners?

It's the easiest way to start — load pellets, set the temperature, and go. You skip the steep learning curve of fire and vent management.

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