Rec tec 700 review full#
Rec tec 700 review portable#
Rec tec 700 review plus#

It’s more economical and compact than the Bull so it isn’t as big, but it sure does make up for its smaller size with the impressive innovations and a somewhat more affordable price.įeaturing a 30lb pellet hopper and a 592 sq in cooking surface, it’s more in line with your standard backyard smoker. The rec tec stampede is expensive even for a smoker, but it sure does have a lot to offer. This isn’t one of the cheapest smokers, but the luxury it provides justifies the price. The cooking surface isn’t particularly large, but it ought to be big enough to feed the whole family in a single cookout. The temperature settings are impressively precise. The heat output is high enough for broiling, roasting, grilling, smoking, and baking. The temperature control allows you to go up to 500°.

Rec tec 700 review portable#

The setup is impressively durable for a portable smoker. With the Trailblazer, you won’t have to worry about the paint fading, flaking, or failing. The whole thing is made of heavy-duty stainless steel. The Trailblazer features REC TEC’s WiFi Technology which allows you to monitor the cooking process and control it via your smartphone. It has three stainless steel handles that make it even easier to handle. The model weighs in about 80lb and is compact enough for transport. The size and weight are crucial when it comes to portable smokers. The telescoping legs allow you to use it in the backyard, at the campsite or wherever your truck takes you. Some claim it’s one of the best portable pellet grills, and it’s hard to disagree.

Rec tec 700 review plus#

The Trailblazer features all of the best features of the Mini, plus a couple of improvements. The company has replaced its famous “Mini” model with a new line. Rec Tec Grills have a lot to offer, but their convenience, reliability, quality, and exceptional performance come at a somewhat higher price. Finding a proper pellet grill that costs under $500 is no easy task, to say the least.

Rec tec 700 review full#

The experts are still doing their research, more and more companies are starting to turn to pellet models, and they are yet to reach their full potential.Īs a consequence, such models are costly, and it’s hard to say if that will change any time soon. Pellet grills are a reasonably new invention. But for some, the meat just doesn’t have the same appeal without those beautiful sear marks. Whether or not sears significantly contribute to the taste is also up for debate, but the consensus, for now, is that they don’t. However, some sources disagree and claim that it’s best to cook a steak at 500°. It is believed that the heat needs to be 750° to sear a steak properly. If you are particularly fond of searing, you will be disappointed. Grills that use pellet as fuel can’t give you a temperature higher than 500°. Simply press the ignition button, and in ten minutes the cooking surface will be hot enough. Rec Tec Grills allow you to satisfy those cravings quickly, as it doesn’t take ages to get the grill ready. Sudden cravings for a particular dish are known to anyone. The grease drip tray and the heat deflector shield the fire pot from the meat. You’ll be able to step away from the grill carefree, without having to worry about it starting to spit fire as soon as you turn your back.

With a rec tec grill, you won’t have to worry about flare ups either. Pellet models perform well even when it’s snowing and freezing outside. No matter the weather, the fire pot, auger, and the electronic mechanism make sure that the set temperature doesn’t vary more than 15°. The performance of pellet grills is never affected by the cold or the pesky wind, allowing you to prepare your food in peace, without such disturbances. The wind can spike up the heat and cause it to drop back down instantaneously. Weather can often make grilling on a charcoal model more difficult. Your Rec Tec will take it from there while you sit back and relax. There’s not much you have to do except set the desired temperature. Using a Rec Tec grills is as easy as operating a microwave. In other words – you can vary it as you like. The smokey taste depends on what kind of pellets you’re using. That distinctive flavor isn’t always the same. For starters, they are easy to navigate and flavor the food with a unique smokey taste. Such grills have many advantages over charcoal and gas models. The company is known for manufacturing high-quality pellet grills.