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20" Char-Griller Akorn Auto-Kamado Digital WiFi Charcoal Grill (Gray) Expired

$299
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Home Depot has 20" Char-Griller Akorn Auto-Kamado Digital WiFi Charcoal Grill (Gray) for $299. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.

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Features:
  • Kamado-style charcoal grill with cart and locking wheels for easy movement of grill
  • Control temperature and cook time with the digital control panel or with a smart device using WiFi connectivity
  • 445 sq. in. of total cooking space
  • Versatile temperature range of 200F-700F for low smoking methods or high heat searing
  • Triple-walled insulation for maximum heat retention and fuel efficiency for longer burn times and juicer, tender meats
  • EasyDump Ash Pan to easily dispose of your ashes and continue grilling with ease
  • Dual adjustable dampers for maintaining desired grilling or smoking temperatures
  • Durable steel side shelves for additional food preparation space
  • Includes a removable stainless steel warming rack to keep food warm during preparation, or for low and slow smoking methods
  • Hold up to 23 burgers to cook for the entire family
  • Additional accessories include one grill grate lifter and cast iron cooking grates

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With the Char-Griller Akorn Auto-Kamado Grill with WiFi and digital control, charcoal grilling and smoking has never been easier. Simply load your charcoal, set your desired cooking temperature on the Digital Controller, and create delicious barbecue in a hands-off fashion. Reap the benefits of the Akorn kamado-style grill and easily sear, smoke, bake, grill or roast with the press of a button. Providing ultimate versatility and extreme ease-of-use, the Char-Griller Akorn Auto-Kamado is the grill you've been waiting for.

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Model: Char-Griller AKORN Auto Kamado 18-in W Gray Kamado Charcoal Grill Stainless Steel | E6480

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akillshot
03-23-2024 at 02:09 PM.
03-23-2024 at 02:09 PM.
I have had an original Akorn since
2014 and it has developed some rust areas around the ash pan so I was looking to replace it this year. It is a great grill without going the ceramic egg type and cost. Interested to see how the updated features perform. Thanks for posting
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mogila87
03-23-2024 at 02:34 PM.
03-23-2024 at 02:34 PM.
I love the style and idea, but man those reviews all seem to complain about a faulty heat sensor that goes bad quick. Anybody have any thoughts?
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03-23-2024 at 02:43 PM.
03-23-2024 at 02:43 PM.
I've had one for a year or two and I love it.
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IstaP
03-23-2024 at 02:53 PM.
03-23-2024 at 02:53 PM.
I have had this grill for about a year. I too had the issues with temperature and a fan sensor but replacement part took care of both. Took a while to get, this being post-Covid supply issues era. Customer support was great, no complaints there.
Once functional, I think it's a tremendous value if you're into smoking meat. It will run 200-220 degrees for many hours on a small load of coals without any supervision and fully autonomously.
If you're strictly into grilling at high heat, you may say a few bucks and get a non-electronic version of the same grill instead.
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korg
03-23-2024 at 03:59 PM.
03-23-2024 at 03:59 PM.
Quote from mogila87 :
I love the style and idea, but man those reviews all seem to complain about a faulty heat sensor that goes bad quick. Anybody have any thoughts?
Their support is very helpful and will send you a new one ASAP if you encounter issues. The issue is that the heat sensor is attached to the lid, and so if the heat sensor cable is attached under tension and at a bad angle, repeated openings will cause the rigid metal sheath of the heat sensor cable to stress and fray the flexible part of the cable at their junction point. Giving the cable significant slack and angling the heat sensor cable sideways should remediate this issue. Otherwise, I found their support to be excellent and the product to be great. You can smoke two racks of spare ribs stood up, or one whole brisket.
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TealAppliance4172
03-23-2024 at 04:38 PM.
03-23-2024 at 04:38 PM.
My wife got me one 2 years ago for Father's Day. I absolutely love it. The app can be a little wonky and become "disconnected" but I don't really use that feature. Make sure to clean your ash out relatively soon after use as it can hold moisture & is acidic which will cause the bottom tray to rust out faster. It can hold a 275° temp within 5 degrees all day with minimal lump charcoal.

I use grape seed oil to condition mine after use and have bought a few accessories for it (ceramic stone & searing half circle pan)

One other thing of note is sometimes the electronic temp control on it throws an error code randomly but simply unplugging it and plugging it back in has always fixed it.

I bought an adapter so I can plug it into my Milwaukee 12v batteries.
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Santa_Claus
03-23-2024 at 04:49 PM.
03-23-2024 at 04:49 PM.
Quote from cdalt257 :
Do yourself a favor and just get a Weber Kettle.
Repped. Or Kamadp Joe II.
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03-23-2024 at 04:49 PM.
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Quote from cdalt257 :
Do yourself a favor and just get a Weber Kettle.
Very valuable feedback. Do/have you owned one and can provide real world experience?

This is basically a budget ceramic grill and those cost $800+ for comparable size.
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03-23-2024 at 05:09 PM.
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Quote from TealAppliance4172 :
Very valuable feedback. Do/have you owned one and can provide real world experience?

This is basically a budget ceramic grill and those cost $800+ for comparable size.
I have both. The Weber makes great wings using a vortex attachment. Otherwise the Acorn beats it in every respect, smoking, grilling, making pizza, it does it all well.
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03-23-2024 at 05:12 PM.
03-23-2024 at 05:12 PM.
Absolutely love this grill! Great value for the price. Great heat retention and control. Two pieces of advice I would give: use off set grilling by pushing all your coals on one side if you're doing anything with bones or if you want to do something slow smoked. Two, always cover your heat diffuser with heavy duty foil. It makes clean up a breeze!
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cdalt257
03-23-2024 at 05:12 PM.
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Quote from TealAppliance4172 :
Very valuable feedback. Do/have you owned one and can provide real world experience?

This is basically a budget ceramic grill and those cost $800+ for comparable size.

Made in China my friend. Short term excitement over long term use. Do your own research - that's all. Ceramic grills have their perks, but for the basic cooks you can acquire a grill that won't rust and fail after a few seasons.
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03-23-2024 at 05:23 PM.
03-23-2024 at 05:23 PM.
Have one of these and breaks frequently. Luckily, Char-Griller has good customer service and keep sending me parts for it. Smilie
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