Traeger Pro 575
Score: 82/100
Traeger Ironwood 885
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Traeger Pro 575 is a Wi-Fi-enabled wood-pellet grill delivering a wide temperature range, robust 11,000 BTU heating and a sizable 575 sq in cooking area. Its reliance on electricity and single meat probe may limit some users, while the app adds modern convenience. Best suited for tech-savvy home cooks who want precise, remote-controlled pellet grilling.
The Traeger Ironwood 885 is a high-capacity pellet grill offering 885 sq in of cooking space and precise temperature control via WiFIRE app connectivity. Its large size and premium price make it less portable and more expensive than entry-level models. Ideal for families and intermediate enthusiasts seeking set-it-and-forget convenience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3.99 sqft | 6.146 sqftbest | |
500 °Fbest | 500 °Fbest | |
11,000 BTU/hbest | — | |
95 Wbest | 95 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 124 lbbest | 170.2 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 53 in | 47 inbest |
| ↓ lower better | 41 inbest | 53 in |
| ↓ lower better | 27 inbest | 27 inbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 3.99 sqft | 6.146 sqft |
Fuel Type | Wood pellets | Pellet |
Build & Design(6) | ||
Weight (lb) | 124 lb | 170.2 lb |
Height (in) | 53 in | 47.0 in |
Width (in) | 41 in | 53.0 in |
Length (in) | 27 in | 27.0 in |
Construction Material | steel | Steel |
Grate Material | porcelain-coated steel | Porcelain |
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Professional reviewers and editors are not directly quoted in the available sources; however, retailer and Traeger product pages highlight the grill's ease of use, "set‑and‑forget" operation, and precise temperature control as key strengths, while noting its substantial size and power requirements.
Professional reviewers commend the Ironwood 885 for flattening the smoking learning curve while delivering pitmaster-level results. They cite its striking temperature accuracy, even heat distribution, robust D2 Direct Drive, insulated dual-wall construction, and WiFIRE app integration as standout features, though they note Super Smoke can be overly smoky and the unit's size limits portability.
Everyday users rave about the convenience of app-based monitoring, the spacious cooking area, and consistent, flavorful results even in harsh weather. Common praise centers on the "set it and forget it" experience and the grill's ability to make home cooks feel like pitmasters, while recurring complaints focus on Super Smoke's intensity, limited baseline smoke, and the grill's heft and price.
“strikingly accurate temperatures, even heat distribution, and quick startup”
“make you look like a pitmaster”
