Pellet Smokers
Pellet Smoker FAQ
Can I use a pellet smoker for grilling, not just smoking?
Yes — Green Mountain Grills are built to handle both. You can run them low and slow for genuine smoking, or turn the temperature up for more conventional grilling, all on the same machine.
What's the difference between a pellet smoker and a charcoal BBQ?
A pellet smoker burns wood pellets fed automatically from a hopper, with an electric auger and controller maintaining a set temperature for hours with minimal input from you. A charcoal BBQ needs hands-on management of the fire throughout cooking. Pellet smokers suit slow, low-temperature cooking like brisket particularly well, since they hold steady heat for extended periods without constant attention.
Do pellet smokers need electricity?
Yes — the auger that feeds pellets and the controller that regulates temperature both run on electricity, so you'll need a power source nearby. The smoke flavour itself still comes entirely from burning real wood pellets, not from the electrical components.
How does the WiFi app control actually work?
Most Green Mountain Grills models let you connect the grill to your home WiFi and monitor or adjust the temperature from an app on your phone. That means you can check on a long cook, make adjustments, or get alerts without needing to stay near the grill the entire time.









