Masterbuilt Digital Electric Smoker $149.99 + FREE SHIPPING @Masterbuilt website

goblueguy11

Mar 5, 2021

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goblueguy11

Mar 5, 2021

94 Posts

Looks like a good deal! Does anyone have this?

dakins

Mar 5, 2021

181 Posts

Joined Nov 2013

Mar 5, 2021

dakins

Mar 5, 2021

181 Posts

Quote from goblueguy11

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Looks like a good deal! Does anyone have this?

I have the same 30" basic model from 6 years ago. Looks exactly the same. We absolutely love it. YouTube has some of the best videos for how to BBQ with it as well. We have done everything from meats, mac and cheese, even put smoke flavor into syrup. Being electric, I keep mine in the garage when not in use. My neighbor keeps his on his covered deck and hasn't had an issue yet, but he also keeps it covered. I got mine for $89 six years ago when Ace Hardware ran them on sale. Not sure what the best current sale price is. But it's easily worth $150 in my opinion. Easy to use, makes great food. Much easier than a green egg.

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Slickfeelsonly

Mar 5, 2021

654 Posts

Joined Oct 2006

Mar 5, 2021

Slickfeelsonly

Mar 5, 2021

654 Posts

Good deal, but their shipping delay disclaimer was very generic. Reported price to Amazon to see if they will PM.

looslee

Mar 5, 2021

234 Posts

Joined Jun 2011

Mar 5, 2021

looslee

Mar 5, 2021

234 Posts

I've burned through two of these in six years. Love it. Really easy to use and great smoke. Home depot had them for 125 a while back. Their (masterbuilt) shipping is hit or miss. I ordered a tabletop model last year and it took a month to get. Some parts were missing and it took four more months to get it resolved. I'm currently using the mes140 which is the next size up.

ChrisBobson

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Mar 5, 2021

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ChrisBobson

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Quote from dakins

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I have the same 30" basic model from 6 years ago. Looks exactly the same. We absolutely love it. YouTube has some of the best videos for how to BBQ with it as well. We have done everything from meats, mac and cheese, even put smoke flavor into syrup. Being electric, I keep mine in the garage when not in use. My neighbor keeps his on his covered deck and hasn't had an issue yet, but he also keeps it covered. I got mine for $89 six years ago when Ace Hardware ran them on sale. Not sure what the best current sale price is. But it's easily worth $150 in my opinion. Easy to use, makes great food. Much easier than a green egg.

How well does it maintain set temperature? I've honestly been wanting to get a double insulated one instead.

Last edited by mrcuba March 5, 2021 at 01:55 PM.

thatstoomuch

Mar 5, 2021

740 Posts

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thatstoomuch

Mar 5, 2021

740 Posts

Quote from looslee

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I've burned through two of these in six years. Love it. Really easy to use and great smoke. Home depot had them for 125 a while back. Their (masterbuilt) shipping is hit or miss. I ordered a tabletop model last year and it took a month to get. Some parts were missing and it took four more months to get it resolved. I'm currently using the mes140 which is the next size up.

I bought my son in law the 40 inch version from Dicks this past BF. I don't think it's the same model number as it has a clear door and bluetooth. He's been smoking ever since Christmas and hasn't had any complaints. I think Masterbuilt is a well respected brand. I may try smoking myself, with this $150 model.

jay_d

Mar 5, 2021

64 Posts

Joined Apr 2006

Mar 5, 2021

jay_d

Mar 5, 2021

64 Posts

Thanks! Been looking for an inexpensive starter smoker!

looslee

Mar 5, 2021

234 Posts

Joined Jun 2011

Mar 5, 2021

looslee

Mar 5, 2021

234 Posts

Quote from thatstoomuch

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I bought my son in law the 40 inch version from Dicks this past BF. I don't think it's the same model number as it has a clear door and bluetooth. He's been smoking ever since Christmas and hasn't had any complaints. I think Masterbuilt is a well respected brand. I may try smoking myself, with this $150 model.

I have no complaints about the product. Buying directly from masterbuilt was where I had problems. Happy smokin'!

bcralph

Mar 5, 2021

67 Posts

Joined Nov 2011

Mar 5, 2021

bcralph

Mar 5, 2021

67 Posts

I have this one. Love it. The chip tray is small, so you will refill chips often.

milfman

Mar 5, 2021

763 Posts

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Mar 5, 2021

milfman

Mar 5, 2021

763 Posts

I try to put a general warning message anytime I see one of these low-end Masterbuilt electric smokers pop up on SD. I had 2 analog electric smokers that each lasted less than 6 months. First one pitched after element stopped heating. 2nd one I paid for a 3rd party warranty. MB took almost 3 months to ship a replacement part. By then I was fully refunded the product cost by Square Trade, so I had pitched the 2nd unit. Is there a better sub-$200 electric smoker than MB? I don't know but I will pay more for a better product with a true warranty.

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bobdob

Mar 5, 2021

354 Posts

Joined Dec 2007

Mar 5, 2021

bobdob

Mar 5, 2021

354 Posts

Quote from goblueguy11

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Looks like a good deal! Does anyone have this?

Quote from mrcuba

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How well does it maintain set temperature? I've honestly been wanting to get a double insulated one instead.

I've used the version with the window in the dead of winter and had no problems with temp. It takes a lot of babysitting if you use the tray for wood. The mailbox mod is recommended, especially for using an A-MAZE-N chip tray. Combined, it's pretty much set and forget.

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eboebo

Mar 6, 2021

987 Posts

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Mar 6, 2021

eboebo

Mar 6, 2021

987 Posts

Quote from goblueguy11

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Looks like a good deal! Does anyone have this?

have it love it , have had many moons and this is decent smoker..

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eboebo

Mar 6, 2021

987 Posts

Joined Nov 2011

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eboebo

Mar 6, 2021

987 Posts

Quote from milfman

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I try to put a general warning message anytime I see one of these low-end Masterbuilt electric smokers pop up on SD. I had 2 analog electric smokers that each lasted less than 6 months. First one pitched after element stopped heating. 2nd one I paid for a 3rd party warranty. MB took almost 3 months to ship a replacement part. By then I was fully refunded the product cost by Square Trade, so I had pitched the 2nd unit. Is there a better sub-$200 electric smoker than MB? I don't know but I will pay more for a better product with a true warranty.

you have had bad smoker luck Mad

vid1900

Pro

Mar 6, 2021

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Mar 6, 2021

vid1900

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Mar 6, 2021

1,960 Posts

I've had this model for about 4 years. Got it at Wallmart for $99

Works great.

Coldest I've used it at was 9*F and it maintained it's temp no problem.

If you buy a monster sized turkey, it's easier and faster to split the bird in half, and put the stuffing in it's own dish to smoke/cook. The smoker looks big until you get a really large bird.

I use a bluetooth temp reader, and just drop the probes down through the vent on top

You'll probably need to add chips every 45 minutes for the first few hours of each cook.

I put foil over the drip/moisture pan, so it's quick to clean.

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peeetie

Mar 6, 2021

24 Posts

Joined Feb 2010

Mar 6, 2021

peeetie

Mar 6, 2021

24 Posts

Although people say they bought these from $90-$100, the typical price on Amazon is around $200. Here is a great forum to discuss these smokers.

(9) Masterbuilt Electric Smoker (MES) Owners | Smoking Meat Forums - The Best Barbecue Discussion Forum On Earth!

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