Pit Barrel Cooker Co. Reviews 1,714

Witchcraft! How did I get smoke flavor in chicken and a smoke ring on ribs with no wood? I just got mine and, from a friend who owns one's advice, I started with half chickens. My wife took a bite and said that the smoke flavor was great. When I told her there was no wood involved, she was blown away. So naturally I had to try ribs next. It's almost too easy. I sent pics to my competition BBQ buddies and they think I'm lying about not using wood. I took a couple of ribs to one of them 2 days later. Without even heating it up, he loved it. He said, "everything I know is a lie" because of the flavor that I got off of Kingsford. Brisket was next. I ended up buying a flat because I couldn't find a full packer that hadn't been hacked to death. It was good, but not great. But, the only issue was that it didn't have the point to add the flavor and the extra fat to render into the meat. I'm going to do a full packer next and I'm sure I'll love it. The flat had great flavor and was cooked well. It was just a little dry because it didn't have the point.

I love the cooker and it's brilliant but I bought the Premium Weatherproof Grill Cover and it's terrible. At the slightest drop of rain it soaks straight through and then just sits in the lid. I tried to return it was unable to because apparently Pit Barrel's definition of "weatherproof" does not include rain.

Unbelievable results with such simplicity, The sky is "NOT" the limit with the PBC only your imagination. Phenomenal product eith 5 star effects.

I have had my cooker now for just about 1.5 years.I love it and have been able to make great tasting meals. I also have purchased a couple of accessories, and when there was a shipping issue, of which didn't seem to be pit barrels fault they took care of me and expedited a new set of what I ordered and allowed me to keep what was having the shipping issues when it finally arrived. In this process I was personally called by Noah one evening and he made sure everything was going te get taken care of it it was.

Super product! Well made, good price, good food!

Great product. Everything I've made has turned out perfect. Love the videos.

I have been smoking meat for 30 years, and this is the best cooker I have ever used. The engineering and precise heat is second to none. WELL worth the money.

Maintains heat really well! Makes great flavor and tender ribs. Easily the best and only cooker I'll ever need.A lot of bang for your buck

Very easy to use

BUY!!!!!!! IT!!!!!!

I'm new to grilling and researched about the pit barrel before buying it. I am very pleased! My family loves the tri tip that the pit barrel turns out. My personal favorites have been the chicken (the skin comes out perfect) and the St.Louis style pork ribs. An awesome set up here.

I've had several smokers through the years but the Pit Barrel is hands down the best. Comes ready to use straight out of box, easy to use and great website for support. I just cooked a 10lb pork shoulder in just under 7hrs and was great. There was no trying to adjust vents to get right temp, or reloading charcoal throughout smoke. Just light, hang the meat and let it do it's thing.

I received my PBC cooker a couple couple weeks ago. The flavor is great but there is some practice for the coals that is required. Knowing when to dump them on after the chimney. The quality of the cooker is rock solid.

I have definitely enjoyed cooking with it, but it has taken more of a learning curve than anticipated and although the recipes make it seem very straightforward and easy, that has not totally been my experience. My chicken thighs fall off my chicken when its hanging! I do wish it was a bit more versatile..but all this being said, I've made some killer chicken and pork and I know with some experience it will only get better. Overall pleased.

I have had an offset smoker and I had worn it out. I was talking to my brother and he had gotten this product and loved it. I watched some videos on YouTube and decided to buy one. I have cooked on it three times now and I can say it is the easiest and best smoker for the money.

Meat is smoked to perfection....deep penetration. Boston Butt came out perfect, my best ever. Also cooked chicken & ribs--great flavor. The light a fire and basically forget it is wonderful beyond words. Currently, I am trying to smoke everything I can think of and discover what, if any, the limits are. FYI, for many years I have used an off set smoker. The Pit Barrel holds more and is far easier to use. LOVE IT! Also, many videos on YouTube for ideas/help. Can't go wrong with the Pit Barrel Cooker!

The smoker, with some added accessories, all arrived on time as promised.
If you think you would enjoy set and forget smoking and temperature control this is the cooker for you. Turkey was moist and tender. A six pound brisket flat was juicy, tasted superb and was done in four hours.

This is the best cooker/smoker ever. Everything performs like they say. Customer service is great also. Always respond to any questions in a timely manner. Great company and product!

Cooked St. Louis ribs, GREAT!!!