Royal Gourmet CC1830S
Score: 75/100
Masterbuilt 40-inch ThermoTemp Vertical BBQ Smoker
Score: 74/100$369.99
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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 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 | | |
|---|---|---|
5.67 sqft | 6.67 sqftbest | |
— | 375 °Fbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 45.2 lbbest | 92 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 46.89 inbest | 53 in |
| ↓ lower better | 51.69 in | 28.7 inbest |
| ↓ lower better | 28.56 in | 22.8 inbest |
— | 4best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 5.67 sqft | 6.67 sqft |
Fuel Type | Charcoal | Propane |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 45.2 lb | 92.0 lb |
Height (in) | 46.89 in | 53.0 in |
Width (in) | 51.69 in | 28.7 in |
Length (in) | 28.56 in | 22.8 in |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | Manual | Analog |
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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.
