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Traeger Grills Pro 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker (Bronze)

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Amazon has Traeger Grills Pro 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker (Bronze) for $499. Shipping is free.

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Additionally, Home Depot has Traeger Grills Pro 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker (Bronze) for $499. Delivery is free; otherwise select free pickup where available.

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Features:
  • Features a massive 884 square inches of grilling space, large enough to accommodate 8 chickens, 7 racks of ribs, or 40 burgers.
  • Equipped with the Digital Pro Controller featuring Advanced Grilling Logic to maintain a +/- 15 degree F temperature control to guarantee precision grilling.
  • Offers 6-in-1 versatility to grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and BBQ food to juicy perfection.
  • Includes dual meat probes, allowing you to easily monitor the internal temperature of multiple cuts of meat without opening the lid.
  • Built with a durable powder-coated steel chassis and all-terrain wheels for easy movement.
  • Features an 18-pound capacity pellet hopper for long, uninterrupted smoking sessions.
  • Capable of reaching a maximum temperature of 450°F.

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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Amazon has Traeger Grills Pro 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker (Bronze) for $499. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for sharing this deal.

Additionally, Home Depot has Traeger Grills Pro 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker (Bronze) for $499. Delivery is free; otherwise select free pickup where available.

Note: Availability for delivery & pickup may vary by location.

Features:
  • Features a massive 884 square inches of grilling space, large enough to accommodate 8 chickens, 7 racks of ribs, or 40 burgers.
  • Equipped with the Digital Pro Controller featuring Advanced Grilling Logic to maintain a +/- 15 degree F temperature control to guarantee precision grilling.
  • Offers 6-in-1 versatility to grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and BBQ food to juicy perfection.
  • Includes dual meat probes, allowing you to easily monitor the internal temperature of multiple cuts of meat without opening the lid.
  • Built with a durable powder-coated steel chassis and all-terrain wheels for easy movement.
  • Features an 18-pound capacity pellet hopper for long, uninterrupted smoking sessions.
  • Capable of reaching a maximum temperature of 450°F.

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Written by Wiznaz | Staff

Original Post

Written by phoinix | Staff

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Bought mine on a $450 deal from Ace Hardware Thanksgiving of '24, free assembly, delivery, cover, and a 40lb bag of pellets. Liked the deal, but the Traeger, not so much. After using a year and a half, have made some good stuff on it...couple of briskets, ribs, pork butt, ribeye roasts, jalapeno poppers, etc. Things turn out good enough, but this thing is a hassle to baby while cooking low and slow overnight. Out of 9-10 overnight cooks, only two have been successful. Thankfully the Meater probe has saved me and my expensive meat by letting me know when the pellets stopped and at peak temperatures so I could restart and continue either after fixing the Traeger issue, or finishing in the kitchen oven. Most times the Traeger fails, it's because the pellet hopper creates a pellet funnel where a middle "cone" empties out of the hopper but no more pellets are pulled by gravity into the auger. Without pellets, the heat stops. So I wake up in the morning to no smoke, a cold Traeger, and to open the hopper to see over half the pellets remain but a empty hollow cone shape in the middle of the pellets. A simple tap on the side knocks the remaining pellets into the auger, but when you cook overnight, what can you do? Thing is a pain to clear out ashes too, and it makes a lot of messy, fine-soot ashes. The whole experience isn't as "premium" as an expensive Traeger would make you think using a pellet grill would be. In fact, this thing is as bare bones of a smoker as you can get...no shelves, no convenience features, storage or anything as other brands have, and don't even get me started on how thin the walls of this thing is. It retains very little heat, so good luck cooking anything in the late-fall and winter. I'll never buy another Traeger.
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Community Reviews

The Pro 34 is a roomy, easy-to-use pellet smoker that works well for burgers, chicken, ribs, brisket, and other low-and-slow cooks, with the extra cooking space over the Pro 22 standing out. Regular cleaning and good pellets help it run smoothly, and some owners have used it for years with overnight cooks and no major issues. The main knocks are pellet feeding hiccups, temperature swings at 225 degrees, messy ash cleanup, and thin heat retention in cold weather. It feels like a capable entry-level smoker, especially if you want more real estate without stepping up to a pricier model.

Common Questions (5)

  • It can be reliable for overnight cooks, but some owners report pellet-feed failures, especially when the hopper forms a hollow cone and pellets stop reaching the auger. Others run it overnight frequently with zero issues, so regular monitoring and a full hopper matter.

    hellspiceJasonR9389MrSlippers

  • Yes. It is described as high-maintenance for cleaning, with messy fine-soot ash buildup and difficult ash removal, and regular cleaning is important for reliable operation and to reduce fire risk.

    hellspicest83jBnea123

  • Yes. Pit Boss pellets are reported to work flawlessly, and better-quality 100% hardwood pellets are recommended over cheaper blends because they can reduce feeding and performance issues.

    coldblooded79Wheelmantravisamc

  • Yes. The Pro 34 is preferred over the Pro 22 for the larger cook volume and extra real estate, making it a better fit when you want more room for briskets, pork butts, or multiple items at once.

    coldblooded79DublF

  • 250°F is the safer setting for this model if you want to avoid shutdowns. The grill is described as notorious for going out at 225°F, so bumping the temperature can help keep the fire lit.

    moshopper55

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May 29, 2026 1:39 PM
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PHPproMay 29, 2026 1:39 PM
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Quote from hellspice View quoted comment :
Bought mine on a $450 deal from Ace Hardware Thanksgiving of '24, free assembly, delivery, cover, and a 40lb bag of pellets. Liked the deal, but the Traeger, not so much. After using a year and a half, have made some good stuff on it...couple of briskets, ribs, pork butt, ribeye roasts, jalapeno poppers, etc. Things turn out good enough, but this thing is a hassle to baby while cooking low and slow overnight. Out of 9-10 overnight cooks, only two have been successful. Thankfully the Meater probe has saved me and my expensive meat by letting me know when the pellets stopped and at peak temperatures so I could restart and continue either after fixing the Traeger issue, or finishing in the kitchen oven. Most times the Traeger fails, it's because the pellet hopper creates a pellet funnel where a middle "cone" empties out of the hopper but no more pellets are pulled by gravity into the auger. Without pellets, the heat stops. So I wake up in the morning to no smoke, a cold Traeger, and to open the hopper to see over half the pellets remain but a empty hollow cone shape in the middle of the pellets. A simple tap on the side knocks the remaining pellets into the auger, but when you cook overnight, what can you do? Thing is a pain to clear out ashes too, and it makes a lot of messy, fine-soot ashes. The whole experience isn't as "premium" as an expensive Traeger would make you think using a pellet grill would be. In fact, this thing is as bare bones of a smoker as you can get...no shelves, no convenience features, storage or anything as other brands have, and don't even get me started on how thin the walls of this thing is. It retains very little heat, so good luck cooking anything in the late-fall and winter. I'll never buy another Traeger.
Thanks for the review
May 29, 2026 1:53 PM
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Joined Jul 2007
WheelmanMay 29, 2026 1:53 PM
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Quote from hellspice View quoted comment :
Bought mine on a $450 deal from Ace Hardware Thanksgiving of '24, free assembly, delivery, cover, and a 40lb bag of pellets. Liked the deal, but the Traeger, not so much. After using a year and a half, have made some good stuff on it...couple of briskets, ribs, pork butt, ribeye roasts, jalapeno poppers, etc. Things turn out good enough, but this thing is a hassle to baby while cooking low and slow overnight. Out of 9-10 overnight cooks, only two have been successful. Thankfully the Meater probe has saved me and my expensive meat by letting me know when the pellets stopped and at peak temperatures so I could restart and continue either after fixing the Traeger issue, or finishing in the kitchen oven. Most times the Traeger fails, it's because the pellet hopper creates a pellet funnel where a middle "cone" empties out of the hopper but no more pellets are pulled by gravity into the auger. Without pellets, the heat stops. So I wake up in the morning to no smoke, a cold Traeger, and to open the hopper to see over half the pellets remain but a empty hollow cone shape in the middle of the pellets. A simple tap on the side knocks the remaining pellets into the auger, but when you cook overnight, what can you do? Thing is a pain to clear out ashes too, and it makes a lot of messy, fine-soot ashes. The whole experience isn't as "premium" as an expensive Traeger would make you think using a pellet grill would be. In fact, this thing is as bare bones of a smoker as you can get...no shelves, no convenience features, storage or anything as other brands have, and don't even get me started on how thin the walls of this thing is. It retains very little heat, so good luck cooking anything in the late-fall and winter. I'll never buy another Traeger.
I have a GMG that was similar and had all types of problems. I stopped buying cheap pellets and almost all my issues went away. If by chance you're using the cheap stuff. try using some better brands and see if that helps. I'm using bear mountain pellets most of the time now and haven't had an issue in a long time.
May 29, 2026 2:08 PM
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hellspiceMay 29, 2026 2:08 PM
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Quote from Wheelman View quoted comment :
I have a GMG that was similar and had all types of problems. I stopped buying cheap pellets and almost all my issues went away. If by chance you're using the cheap stuff. try using some better brands and see if that helps. I'm using bear mountain pellets most of the time now and haven't had an issue in a long time.
Good advice. Other than price, what is the indicator of better quality pellets? I'm not loyal to any brand, and have tried several. Kingsford, Members Mark, Pit Boss, Bear Mountain, Royal Oak, others. Can't recall any one performing any better or worse than the others.
May 29, 2026 4:04 PM
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Bnea123May 29, 2026 4:04 PM
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Quote from Deal-R-Dash View quoted comment :

^^^^^THIS! Thankfully I bought mine from Costco and returned it. The inside literally caught on fire. Fortunately I caught it as it really started to go and was able to dump a bucket of water on it. That was about a month of ownership. I absolutely remember how cheap the assembled parts looked at the time but it was only after the fire that I read reviews how they had outsourced all manufacturing to China. I'm fine with stuff made in China but not cheap parts and/or poor quality control.
I can tell you why yours caught on fire.
  1. You never cleaned it.
  2. You didn't go thru shutoff procedure.
  3. After not cleaning it, you tried to use it as a grill.
May 29, 2026 4:35 PM
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Deal-R-DashMay 29, 2026 4:35 PM
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Quote from Bnea123 View quoted comment :
I can tell you why yours caught on fire.
  1. You never cleaned it.
  2. You didn't go thru shutoff procedure.
  3. After not cleaning it, you tried to use it as a grill.
Ummmm yeah that's a no on all accounts there bub. I'm surprised you also didn't throw out that I was cooking food that was too greasy lol.
May 29, 2026 4:48 PM
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taehantaehanMay 29, 2026 4:48 PM
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I've had mine for about 10 years - bought at Costco. I would say it's been hit and miss, until I swapped out the controller for a PID controller. Temperatures are near perfect - it's become more like set it and forget it. Mine came with meat temp probes and wifi. I can remote shutoff too. With the original controller, I had big temp excursions and couldn't keep low temps.
May 29, 2026 4:54 PM
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travisamcMay 29, 2026 4:54 PM
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Save up and get something that will last, especially if it'll be fully exposed to the elements. Look at Blazn Grills, Yoder, or arguably the best, Lone Star Grillz. All heavy plate metal and made in USA.

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May 29, 2026 5:43 PM
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elohelMay 29, 2026 5:43 PM
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I'm honestly amazed Traeger has remained relevant in the pellet cooker world. They had the patent, but as soon as it was gone, better and cheaper competitors flooded the market. Today, Traeger is mediocre and overpriced
May 29, 2026 8:38 PM
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DtheGreekMay 29, 2026 8:38 PM
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Nice looks good
May 29, 2026 11:58 PM
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travisamcMay 29, 2026 11:58 PM
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Quote from hellspice View quoted comment :
Good advice. Other than price, what is the indicator of better quality pellets? I'm not loyal to any brand, and have tried several. Kingsford, Members Mark, Pit Boss, Bear Mountain, Royal Oak, others. Can't recall any one performing any better or worse than the others.
Get one that is 100% hardwood. The major brands are mostly Oak/Alder with flavored oils or tiny amounts of the wood you actually want. Lumberjack and Cookin Pellets are 100% the wood they describe. ie Hickory, Mesquite, Cherry.Another good brand is BBQ delight, all are 100% hardwood and don't hide what the pellets are.
May 30, 2026 1:58 AM
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hounddog66May 30, 2026 1:58 AM
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Quote from tiiimdotcom View quoted comment :
Grill/smoker forums are so crazy. "You're gonna want the Wi-Fi!" "Avoid the Wi-Fi!" "Traeger for life!" "Traeger = Trash" "This is great! Had it for 20 years!" "Ate my first born. Zero stars."
Have you owned a smoker with wifi and electronics? I think you might like it/
May 30, 2026 1:52 PM
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jkafkaMay 30, 2026 1:52 PM
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Quote from Bnea123 View quoted comment :
I can tell you why yours caught on fire.
  1. You never cleaned it.
  2. You didn't go thru shutoff procedure.
  3. After not cleaning it, you tried to use it as a grill.
absolutely this
May 30, 2026 11:11 PM
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SeanD1497May 30, 2026 11:11 PM
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Quote from multiuseemail View quoted comment :
I suppose there's always those few outliers but I haven't experienced (knock on wood) any issues with mine. In fact, I bought mine specifically because of people's testimonials about being owning for a decade or two.
Of course, I'll bet those earlier models were made here vs today's made in china stuff.
I kind of always got a weird vibe from Traeger testimonials. They definitely get good ratings and all, but it seems like a Chevy/Ford/Dodge pickup type of thing, where owners all claim their brand is the absolute best (to convince themselves they're happy despite issues?) and everything else is complete junk. IDK, I'm on my second Pit Boss and love the features and usability, though both have had problems. Considering all options for my next one.
May 30, 2026 11:13 PM
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SeanD1497May 30, 2026 11:13 PM
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Quote from memojo View quoted comment :

I bought the Webber Smoque earlier this year after doing some research. Love it.
Any issues with it? My bro has a Weber Searwood and loves it, but I haven't seen or used it.

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May 31, 2026 11:13 PM
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LavahereMay 31, 2026 11:13 PM
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Wish they add wifi to this model

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