Z Grills Wood Pellet Smoker Grill 8in
Score: 82/100
Traeger Pro 34
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Traeger Pro 34 is an electric wood-pellet grill offering a generous 884 sq in cooking area, digital temperature control and versatile cooking modes. It lacks smart connectivity and some users note occasional temperature variance. Ideal for backyard cooks who prioritize set-it-and-forget pellet grilling over app features.
The Z Grills ZPG-7002E is an 8-in-1 wood-pellet grill with a spacious cooking area, rapid heat-up, and precise ±5°F PID temperature control. Its considerable weight and initial heavy smoke are notable drawbacks. Best for intermediate to advanced home cooks who value performance and have space for a larger, heavier grill.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4.84 sqft | 6.14 sqftbest | |
450 °Fbest | 450 °Fbest | |
— | 250 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 84 lbbest | 136 lb |
| ↓ lower better | 51 in | 49 inbest |
| ↓ lower better | 22 inbest | 53 in |
| ↓ lower better | 48 in | 27 inbest |
2best | 2best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Cooking Area (Total) (sqft) | 4.84 sqft | 6.14 sqft |
Fuel Type | Wood Pellet | Wood pellets |
Build & Design(6) | ||
Weight (lb) | 84 lb | 136 lb |
Height (in) | 51 in | 49 in |
Width (in) | 22 in | 53 in |
Length (in) | 48 in | 27 in |
Construction Material | Stainless steel | steel |
Grate Material | Porcelain-coated steel | porcelain-coated steel |
Controls(2) | ||
Control Type | Digital PID | Digital |
Temperature Control Accuracy (°F) | 5 °F | 15 °F |
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Professional reviewers acknowledge the ZPG-7002E's solid build quality, large cooking area, and precise digital temperature control, but criticize the heavy smoke produced during the first burn-in and the absence of smart-app connectivity.
Everyday users generally praise the generous cooking surface and the convenience of automatic temperature regulation, while recurring complaints focus on the heavy initial smoke output and the unit's considerable weight, which makes moving it cumbersome.
“Heavy smoke during initial burn-in and first cook on the ZPG-7002E.”
“top pick for a single outdoor cooker, successfully handling a 12 lb trimmed brisket (from 19 lb raw) overnight from 8 p.m. with minimal pellet use (hopper barely depleted by morning)”
Professional reviewers emphasize the Traeger Pro 34's straightforward digital controller, robust steel build, and authentic wood-fire flavor, positioning it as a reliable, easy-to-use option for backyard cooks who value set-it-forget simplicity over high-tech connectivity.
Backyard enthusiasts generally praise the grill's large cooking area, consistent temperature control, and low pellet consumption for long smokes, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi features and occasional temperature hiccups as the main sources of disappointment.
