Rankings
The Realcook 17-inch vertical smoker provides a portable, lightweight design with 453 sq in of cooking area and precise temperature control via a built-in thermometer. It does not include a protective cover and is limited to charcoal fuel. Best for campers and tailgaters needing a compact smoker.
The Royal Gourmet CC1830S combines a sizable 30-inch barrel grill with an offset smoker, delivering over 800 sq in of cooking space and convenient wheels. However, it lacks digital temperature controls and is relatively heavy. Suited for backyard cooks who value versatility over high-tech features.
The Masterbuilt MB20070210 is a 30-inch electric vertical smoker offering a generous 535 sq in cooking area and reliable 1500 W heating. Its analog controls and limited 275 °F max temperature trade off precision and high-heat capability. Best suited for beginners who value simplicity and capacity over digital features.
The DNKMOR Green Portable Charcoal Grill is a compact tabletop smoker with a lightweight 7.9 lb frame and built-in thermometer for basic temperature monitoring. Its small cooking area and lack of advanced features limit its use to casual outdoor cooking. Best suited for campers and picnickers needing a simple, portable grill.
The Giantex GT3927-PO is a compact vertical charcoal smoker with detachable grill nets and a built-in door thermometer, making it suitable for small-scale backyard use. Its manual controls and limited cooking space restrict versatility for larger gatherings. Ideal for casual smokers who need a portable, budget-friendly unit.
| Attribute | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3.72 sqft | 3.15 sqft | 5.67 sqftbest | — | — | |
275 °Fbest | — | — | — | — | |
1,500 Wbest | — | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.86 lb | 18.6 lb | 45.2 lb | 7.9 lbbest | 39 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 40 in | 35 in | 46.89 in | 14.5 inbest | 40 in |
| ↓ lower better | 22 in | 17 in | 51.69 in | 11.8 inbest | 19 in |
| ↓ lower better | 20 in | 22 in | 28.56 in | 16.5 inbest | 17 in |
3best | 2 | — | — | 2 |
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| Attribute | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | |||||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 3.72 sqft | 3.15 sqft | 5.67 sqft | — | — |
Fuel Type | Electric | Charcoal | Charcoal | Charcoal | Charcoal |
Build & Design(6) | |||||
Weight (lb) | 49.86 lb | 18.6 lb | 45.2 lb | 7.9 lb | 39.0 lb |
Height (in) | 40.0 in | 35.0 in | 46.89 in | 14.5 in | 40.0 in |
Width (in) | 22.0 in | 17.0 in | 51.69 in | 11.8 in | 19.0 in |
Length (in) | 20.0 in | 22.0 in | 28.56 in | 16.5 in | 17.0 in |
Construction Material | — | Porcelain-enameled | Steel | — | carbon steel |
Grate Material | — | Porcelain-enameled | Porcelain-enameled steel | Chrome | — |
Controls(1) | |||||
Control Type | Analog | Manual | Manual | — | Manual |
Features(1) | |||||
Number of Racks | 3 | 2 | — | — | 2 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Editors and professional reviewers commend the MB20070210 for its straightforward analog controls, solid construction, and generous cooking space, positioning it as a reliable entry-level electric smoker for casual backyard use. They note the lack of digital features but consider the simplicity a strength for beginners.
Although specific user reviews are scarce, the available commentary suggests everyday consumers appreciate the smoker's simplicity, capacity, and easy-clean design, while expressing occasional concerns about its analog temperature accuracy and heft.
Professional reviewers commend the CC1830S for its generous cooking surface, solid porcelain-enameled steel grates, and practical offset smoker with easy-access vents, positioning it as a strong value proposition in the entry-level barrel grill segment.
Everyday buyers consistently praise the grill's spacious cooking area, authentic charcoal flavor, and the convenience of wheels and a removable ash catcher. Common themes include appreciation for the side table and tool hooks, while recurring frustrations involve the manual assembly process, the grill's weight, and occasional heat-distribution quirks.
Professional outlets and Samsung’s own press materials highlight the device’s strong battery life, generous storage expandability and 4G LTE capability, while noting the modest processor and limited camera hardware as trade‑offs for the low price point.
Although specific user reviews are not cited, the high unit sales suggest consumers appreciate the phone’s long battery life, low price and expandable storage, while likely accepting its modest performance and basic camera quality.
