Masterbuilt MPS 230S Propane Smoker, 30" , Black

I wasn't 100% because of some of the reviews, but I am extremely happy with this smoker.Assembly was easy. I typically have a terrible time putting things together. NOT THIS! Instructions were relatively straight forward. I was able to get it put together in under an hour with no "extra parts".As got functionality. This is my second smoker. My other is an electric pellet smoker. I found this one much easier to use and kept the temperature steady throughout my cook. I made chicken breasts and burgers. Best chicken I've ever made.I would definitely buy this again. The price was right and worked as expected.

Hubby and I wanted a smoker for years. We don’t cook for more than 3 people, so we didn’t require a monster smoker. We wanted something easy to use, and portable. I had read many negative reviews, so I was skeptical when my husband ordered it anyway. All I can say is that this smoker is awesome! We’ve used it a lot, and it’s perfect. We don’t use much propane. A few tips: get a cast iron skillet to put the water and wood chips in, and get one that will fit, not too big. We bought a gauge for the propane tank, get a digital thermometer, and watch a few YouTube videos on smoking. This wasn’t a lot of money, and we love it. Btw, my husband is a retired firefighter, and he’s the one that bbq’s and smokes the food. He likes how the design is safe and easy to use.

It is a nice smoker

Works just the way it should, great build quality. Doesnt feel cheap

Best smoker ever. when we wore out our first one we bought it again.

The worst I have ever had. I had many smokers, electric, gas, combos, etc. I have had 2 of these exact/previous versions and been very happy. This one is terrible. I cannot get the temp below 200 degrees. If I turn the gas all the way down, the burner goes out- and you cannot see the burner bc of the wood chip tray. So, I am going up to 225+ and down to 150 constantly. Relighting, trying to adjust using the actual valve on the propane tank. Smoke is pouring out both sides of the doors. Obviously, the hinge side came installed but if I adjust the latch on the opening side, it only increases the hinge smoke escape. The 2 very similar ones I have had lasted, and I knew exactly where to set the dial for 180 or 225, etc. and it was very consistent, and I could walk away for 30 minutes and come back, and it was still at the set temp. This one I am literally sitting next to for 7 hrs. Do not buy it and shame on you

Will hold a lot of meat. Haven't tried veggies. I bought a Dutch oven lid holder and a small cast iron skillet to put the wood chips in and facilitate ash cleanup. Barely fits under the water pan, but works great without presoaking the chips. I also brought some large aluminum pans (9x13, 30ea for ~ $20) to catch drippings (needs lots of water or aple cider mix so as not to burn and dry out). I place it on a shelf just above the water pan. I start out hot (300*) for a bit, then low and slow (200*) for several (or more) hours. Get yourself a pair of silicone smoker oven gloves -- they're very helpful.This is my second one. The first lasted > 7 years outside, mostly uncovered until the propane hose cracked and the fire was outside the smoker. Not much, but some rust is also why the new smoker. The other one also had wheels on the rear for easy moving. This one you get to carry. It's not that light!Masterbuilt is good quality. I recommend it. I'll cover this one every time it's not in use. 😳

i like it, heats up fast and a great size BUT you need to run it to check the temps. the door thermometer does NOT jive with my oven meter. further, at the lowest setting it cooks at 250f, if you want to slow cook less than that, do NOT buy this. i've cooked 'Cerakote' and a turkey, all came out great.