Cuisinart 36" Vertical Propane Smoker
Score: 80/100
Masterbuilt 40-inch ThermoTemp Vertical BBQ Smoker
Score: 74/100$369.00
Rankings
The Cuisinart COS-244 is a 36-inch vertical propane smoker offering a generous 784 sq in cooking area and solid temperature control. Its heavy weight and the need for a separate propane tank make it less portable. Ideal for beginners to intermediate smokers who prioritize capacity over mobility.
The Masterbuilt MB20051316 is a 40-inch vertical propane smoker featuring ThermoTemp automatic temperature regulation and a generous 960 sq in cooking area. Its large size and lack of digital features make it less portable and limit high-heat options. Ideal for large gatherings where set-and-forget convenience outweighs the need for advanced connectivity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5.45 sqft | 6.67 sqftbest | |
— | 375 °Fbest | |
15,000 BTU/hbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 40 lbbest | 92 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 38.6 inbest | 53 in |
| ↓ lower better | 19.3 inbest | 28.7 in |
| ↓ lower better | 18.1 inbest | 22.8 in |
4best | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 5.45 sqft | 6.67 sqft |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 40 lb | 92.0 lb |
Height (in) | 38.6 in | 53.0 in |
Width (in) | 19.3 in | 28.7 in |
Length (in) | 18.1 in | 22.8 in |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the COS-244's straightforward propane hookup, large cooking capacity, and convenient dual-door design, noting it delivers reliable temperature control and ample space for party-size smoking sessions.
Everyday users appreciate the smoker's ability to impart a wonderful smoky flavor, its ease of use for beginners, and the flexibility to handle both short and long smoking sessions, while recurring concerns focus on its heavy weight and the need to purchase a propane tank separately.
