Masterbuilt Gravity Smoker 560 | 3 Month Review |

Masterbuilt Gravity Smoker 560 | 3 Month Review |
I can't believe it has been that long already! I have done quite a few cooks and smokes on this grill!
In this video, I go over some cool features, function, things I like, and things I don't like. After 3 months of pretty heavy usage, I have a good gauge on things that bother me, and things that I really enjoy.
The Masterbuilt Gravity Smoker 560 is a cool piece of technology, and I am having a great time using it!
I hope you all enjoy this video! Please feel free to ask any questions below!
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[guythecookingsam]

Regarding the lack of flame: note that the fan shuts off when you open the lid. Press the lid switch down next time you open the lid when searing. You will see the flames. Trust it like your fridge light.

[ironnads]

I own this smoker and the 1050. You can easily create a damper for the 560 and 1050 out of some stainless and there are plenty of companies that sells the damper conversion.
Also, if you want flame, you can put wood chunks in the ash pan, that is how you are supposed to smoke on this grill anyways. Since this is considered an "indirect" grill, they are not made to, and was never intended to, have a direct flame underneath what is being cooked.
The wifi is so you can control temp and keep an eye on meat temp via your phone.
One last thing. Use lump charcoal instead of briquettes. Better heat, more efficient.
I think if you bought a aftermarket damper for your grill you will enjoy the temp control a lot and it will conserve even more charcoal for you.
Thank you for producing simple, down to earth videos for us to enjoy and for others to use to learn with.

[docohm]

Had my 560 for six months I love it!
I should've waited on the 1050 because it's bigger. I already own a Blackstone grill but if you don't I definitely would buy the Masterbuilt 800 you get everything in one!
With my 560 I can dial in 160F and cold smoke salts, Rubs, spices, cheeses, fish, . I can crank it to 700 and reverse sear and use it as a pizza oven. It will maintain temperature as long as you have fuel in the Hopper. The Wi-Fi sometimes loses connection so have a back up alarm set. I really love this grill. I never thought anything was going to pry me away from my Weber Kettle I cooked on for 37 years then I saw the Masterbuilt. Love this pit!!

[gregoryburkhead]

Great video .. after 30 cooks on my pellet smoker. I decided to sear on it .. 😂 it went up in flames 🔥 😩 I let it burn off .. them threw water on it .. 😂😂😂😂 I can see the metal like it was brand new .. I was trying to scrape that grease for the longest.. I wasn't to scared but boy .. a average person would had called the fire department 🚒 😅😅😅 great video .. I think I need this in the family

[kenfunk]

I've purchased mine in June and absolutely love it. I did put some small stainless wires in bottom of charcoal grate to make greater use of charcoal. Great video!!

[deangelosolomon]

I just got the Masterbuilt Gravity 1050 3 weeks ago and I love it and yes a direct flame touching your meat could really hurt. 😂😂😂😂

[stifflersmom]

I bought one 2 weeks ago ....been sitting on my deck ....I work so damn much I don’t even have time to use it lol but ....I will soon enough....I’m sure I’ll love it ...thank you for the review

[hectorescobedo]

I liked your video, I've had mine for over 6 months and I'm very happy with it, although I would like to mention that the fan on my grill actually melted, the fan frame melted on to the blades. I have replaced it already. 5:45 I'd like to recommend adding a second charcoal grill with smaller holes in it, I added 1/2" SS expanded metal (found some at work) I swear charcoal will last waaay longer. Have a blessed day.

[mrmoe]

Had to return my 560 . kept getting faults ! worked great for two weeks !! love the idea of this smoker ! im gonna wait for a much better quality unit !

[michaelarkin]

Was about to purchase this grill until my Masterbuilt electric smoker died 29 days after the 1 year warranty expired. Company basically said tough luck, warranty is up. Wouldn't trust them with another$. Obviously their new slogan is "Make it as well as you must to last to the end of the warranty!"

[stevencampanella]

Great video, i ALMOST purchased this today as an addition to my traeger, but the inability to produce and open flame makes this more of a lateral move for me.

[toddhammer]

Great video. Thanks for the honest review. I'm thinking of getting one of these now. I like to cook outdoors even through those snowy midwest winters so I'm wondering how it performs in the cold, winter months. Thanks!

[tigerdoc]

Thanks for the review. Been watching your videos all day along with other guys who run this pit. I think I’m gonna get one. This video cemented that

[RoamWithAli]

Thank you so much for the video I just saw this on fb market place & was wondering if it was any good. Your video made my decision easy.
I already have gas bbq machine and was considering to get rid of it but your comment about direct flame made me realize that I can use that for direct flame once the meat is cooked. So thanks again.
Oh & ur comment, like flame touching my meat was hilarious 😂😂

[Bramon]

The Bluetooth and wifi are so excellent with the app. 💯

[trueNAMO]

That is my next machine to get sir. Right now I'm learning with a standard basic master built. Ribs are still my fav to smoke. Sliding off the bone.

[dfense]

I'm looking to buy one this spring. Thanks for the education

[MatthewsInnovations]

Thanks for the follow up video! That's funny you mentioned the old round Weber for briquets... That's what I grew up around and oh man does it bring back memories every time I even look at it! I still keep mine around... I like putting the briquets on one side with a couple pieces of wood barely touching the briquets... I sear the meat then rotate the grill/meat around to the other side and use the lid to ignite and then smother the wood so that I get that smoke flavor. I'll always have a round Weber briquet BBQ in my arsenal.

[brewking]

Thanks for this video review... My two cents for whatever it is worth... I have seen lots of YouTubers refer to this as a grill. To me, this is a smoker that you can get hot enough to sear with.

[chrisnash]

Great review and I agree with your accolades and complaints. Having said that, I have had more luck searing meat as long as I have it up to 650 or 700°. The Wi-Fi works great! Had to leave the house for an hour during a smoke and I was able to check the temperature on the meat from the grocery store. LOL