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Z Grills ZPG-550B2 553 Sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker (Black)

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$299

$399

25% off
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Deal Details
Walmart has Z Grills ZPG-550B2 553 Sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker (Black) for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member kvnvan for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 7-in-1 barbecue wood fire pellet grill: BBQ, bake, roast, braise, smoke, grill, sear
  • Smart digital control board can easily ignites the grill and set the cooking temperature from 180°F to 450°F
  • Automated electric feed system maintains the heat within 10° of the set temperature and produces the optimal amount of smoke
  • 553 sq. in. grilling area, 20 lbs. hopper capacity, foldable working shelf, heavy-duty all terrain wheels, rust proof cover and racks
  • Upgraded cart with locking caster wheels
  • Can cook for about 20-hours per 20 lbs. of pellets

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $100 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $399.
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.8 from over 150 Walmart customer reviews.
    • 3-year warranty.
  • About this store:
    • At Walmart: Free 90-Day returns (details)

Original Post

Written by kvnvan
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Deal Details
Community Notes
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Walmart has Z Grills ZPG-550B2 553 Sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker (Black) for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member kvnvan for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 7-in-1 barbecue wood fire pellet grill: BBQ, bake, roast, braise, smoke, grill, sear
  • Smart digital control board can easily ignites the grill and set the cooking temperature from 180°F to 450°F
  • Automated electric feed system maintains the heat within 10° of the set temperature and produces the optimal amount of smoke
  • 553 sq. in. grilling area, 20 lbs. hopper capacity, foldable working shelf, heavy-duty all terrain wheels, rust proof cover and racks
  • Upgraded cart with locking caster wheels
  • Can cook for about 20-hours per 20 lbs. of pellets

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $100 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $399.
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.8 from over 150 Walmart customer reviews.
    • 3-year warranty.
  • About this store:
    • At Walmart: Free 90-Day returns (details)

Original Post

Written by kvnvan
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ZGrills used to manufacture for Traeger. Once the patent and contracts expired, Traeger went a different mfg route, and ZGrills started selling direct.
Same price for this model: Z GRILLS ZPG-600E 573 sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker 7-in-1 BBQ in Black https://www.walmart.com/ip/490973499

Not familiar enough with smokers to know the differences between the two other than size

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almost 3 years ago
16 Posts
Joined Mar 2018
almost 3 years ago
JoeH8737
almost 3 years ago
16 Posts
I have a zgrill pellet smoker and cannot speak highly of it enough for the price point. Have had it for 2 years now with zero issues. I think the price point is quite good for the product in question.
almost 3 years ago
4,215 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
jtree1
almost 3 years ago
4,215 Posts
My local Sam's Club had a Z Grills Pellet Grill/Smoker with over 700 sq inches for $399.99 if I remember correctly. It is not available online.
almost 3 years ago
1,600 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
mrayray09
almost 3 years ago
1,600 Posts
Good price on a decent smoker. If you are looking to get in at a low price to give it a run, this would be it. If you are able to expand your budget a little and buy one for the long run, there are some better midtier options out there. I personally like Camp Chef, but you are talking about $100-$200 above this price.
almost 3 years ago
624 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
lastusername
almost 3 years ago
624 Posts

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Same price for this model: Z GRILLS ZPG-600E 573 sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker 7-in-1 BBQ in Black https://www.walmart.com/ip/490973499

Not familiar enough with smokers to know the differences between the two other than size
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almost 3 years ago
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almost 3 years ago
CreditGuy
almost 3 years ago
1,684 Posts
From the picture I can't tell the size very well, but I bought a smaller Traeger and it was a terrible purchase and this grill looks like a similar size. According to the Traeger guys, it was because the pellet hopper was small and because of that, the pellets got stuck often and didn't auto feed, which defeated the set it and walk away feature of pellet grills. This unit seems similar sized, although it is a different brand, so you might be cognizant of potential pellet feed issues. I returned the Traeger, thank you Costco, and got my money back. Not saying this Z Grill will have the problem, but might be wise to read reviews just in case. I have heard great things about Z Grills from many users, FWIW.

Edit: in looking at the reviews on WMT, no one mentioned pellets getting stuck. So that is good.
Last edited by CreditGuy January 7, 2022 at 01:57 PM.
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ZLeathal1
almost 3 years ago
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Quote from CreditGuy :
From the picture I can't tell the size very well, but I bought a smaller Traeger and it was a terrible purchase and this grill looks like a similar size. According to the Traeger guys, it was because the pellet hopper was small and because of that, the pellets got stuck often and didn't auto feed, which defeated the set it and walk away feature of pellet grills. This unit seems similar sized, although it is a different brand, so you might be cognizant of potential pellet feed issues. I returned the Traeger, thank you Costco, and got my money back. Not saying this Z Grill will have the problem, but might be wise to read reviews just in case. I have heard great things about Z Grills from many users, FWIW.

Edit: in looking at the reviews on WMT, no one mentioned pellets getting stuck. So that is good.
ZGrills used to manufacture for Traeger. Once the patent and contracts expired, Traeger went a different mfg route, and ZGrills started selling direct.
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almost 3 years ago
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PizzaDad69
almost 3 years ago
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Do these have the PID controllers?

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almost 3 years ago
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almost 3 years ago
jtree1
almost 3 years ago
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Quote from lastusername :
Same price for this model: Z GRILLS ZPG-600E 573 sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker 7-in-1 BBQ in Black https://www.walmart.com/ip/490973499

Not familiar enough with smokers to know the differences between the two other than size
Found the same one. Looks like a bigger discount, but also has a different design with different lid, etc. Not sure whether it is better or not.
almost 3 years ago
32 Posts
Joined Nov 2013
almost 3 years ago
josej5333
almost 3 years ago
32 Posts
Quote from jtree1 :
Found the same one. Looks like a bigger discount, but also has a different design with different lid, etc. Not sure whether it is better or not.
Very similar. Biggest difference in performance looks to be a 20lb vs 10lb hopper. 20lb is the way to go. On long smokes not having to check in the pellets is priceless.
almost 3 years ago
422 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
NarcanMan
almost 3 years ago
422 Posts
Quote from josej5333 :
Very similar. Biggest difference in performance looks to be a 20lb vs 10lb hopper. 20lb is the way to go. On long smokes not having to check in the pellets is priceless.
Good catch on the hoper size. I also think this one has a much better look for what it's worth.
almost 3 years ago
6 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
DHowser
almost 3 years ago
6 Posts
Quote from NarcanMan :
Good catch on the hoper size. I also think this one has a much better look for what it's worth.
The specs on Z Grills website state a 10lb hopper for this model as well.
almost 3 years ago
58 Posts
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almost 3 years ago
lhiraman
almost 3 years ago
58 Posts
Ok I have been looking for a new grill--wanted a smoker, so I jumped on this. The reviews seem pretty good
almost 3 years ago
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almost 3 years ago
RickyE3678
almost 3 years ago
1,160 Posts
Quote from lastusername :
Same price for this model: Z GRILLS ZPG-600E 573 sq. in. Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker 7-in-1 BBQ in Black https://www.walmart.com/ip/490973499

Not familiar enough with smokers to know the differences between the two other than size
From what I read on the site, the 600 series has a hole you can sear at 750F, but a relatively small (8 lbs) hopper. The other interesting thing is that the A model of this smoker has a 16lb hopper but this one is only 10lbs.

There are also obvious cosmetic differences.

The ZGrill site is really confusing.
almost 3 years ago
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almost 3 years ago
djklmnop
almost 3 years ago
828 Posts
Firing up z grill!
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almost 3 years ago
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almost 3 years ago
shamful7
almost 3 years ago
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The lowes in long beach ca had the big pit boss sm9kers on clearance for $40 this ass hat grabbed all of them before I could grab one. I offered him 200 just to give me 1 to buy and he wanted 300.
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