Pit Boss

Pit Boss 850 DX

Ranked #10 in Pellet Grills

316 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Reasonable choice for larger families, discussed as a suitable option in community conversations.

Consolidated from 9 cited sources across 5 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

8 positive sources
1 mixed source

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Flagged as a product to avoid

2 of 5 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Reddit user complaints highlight frequent motor failures and poor temperature stability; marketed as a budget option.
Flagged 29 July 2026

Reddit user complaints highlight frequent motor failures and poor temperature stability; marketed as a budget option.
Flagged 29 July 2026
Inconsistent heat and a flimsy grill box can affect long-term reliability.
Flagged 28 July 2026

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Pros & cons

✓ Suitable for large families
✓ Good value for size
✓ Positive reviews
✓ Long-term durability
✓ Excellent build quality for price

✗ Motor failures
✗ Poor temperature stability
✗ Inconsistent heat
✗ Flimsy grill box

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 3 articles, 5 video reviews and 1 community source

8 positive sources

Smoked BBQ Source Article · Dec 2025

If the Weber Searwood and Camp Chef Woodwind Pro, are outside your budget, the Pit Boss 850 DX is the sensible step down. It costs far less, but still delivers reliable low-and-slow performance without feeling cheap or frustrating.

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Grill Sergeant Grill Sergeant · 151K subscribers · Sept 2025

And then my favorite feature under the hood is the sear plate. That is awesome. On the side here, you have your hopper. This is a 21 lb hopper. And then you have the control board down here. So your wood pellets go in here. On the other side, you're gonna have your top stack.

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Grill Sergeant Grill Sergeant · 151K subscribers · Nov 2025

If you are in the market for a pellet smoker this is a great deal you won't want to miss! Offer ends 11/19/2025!

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Smoked BBQ Source Article · May 2026

This is the best mix of price, features, and usability in the Pit Boss lineup right now, and the one most people should buy.

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Dave Doc DIY Dave Doc DIY · 126K subscribers · May 2025

(5/26/25) I tagged it if you are interested, and I absolutely love this thing. I'll be having a lot of fun this summer on this bad boy! I very much appreciate you guys for liking and subscribing to my channel. Happy Memorial Day and thank you to everyone who made the ultimate sacrifice for us to enjoy these freedoms.

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Smoked BBQ Source Smoked BBQ Source · 111K subscribers · Jun 2025

This pellet grill packs in some impressive features for the price, including a temperature-controlled meat probe that automatically switches to warming mode when your cook hits temp. I’ve cooked on a lot of Pit Boss grills over the years, and I’ll walk you through the good, the bad, and everything in between.

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NeuroSpicy Cooking NeuroSpicy Cooking · 1.1K subscribers · Jun 2025

The Pit Boss 850 DX is easy to use (once you know your way around it) and holds plenty of meat.

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1 mixed source

Smoked BBQ Source Jeff Rice · reviewer · May 2026

Our Verdict: The 850 DX delivers serious value. It’s easy to use, cooks consistently, and includes features you don’t usually get at this price. The app and cleanup could be better, but for most people, it’s one of the best pellet grills you can buy for the price.

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