I use a fireboard controller and the temp on my boss elite is exactly what the boss controller displays. Now it will fluctuate about 20 degrees while cooking as the pellets burn up and new ones are dropped in. But my controller has been spot on since day 1.
I just found your channel with your review of the Titan. I have a PS 1100 it is a little long in the tooth and the warranty is almost up. I was hoping to get the Elite, but the Titan may be my next Pit Boss. Thank you for this review
I saw your videos on the pit boss titan and was ready to buy one. Then I found out I had to buy from Academy Sports and that's nowhere near me. So I ended up buying a reqteq 1250.
Like the auger safety feature especially during a pellet burn back which eliminates hopper fires. This should be an industry standard or a pressure/temp sensor in the auger tube indicating back burn. Does the titan have a more pronounced smoke flavor?
I like that Titan except the grates. I like the idea of being able to change the grate size, just not the direction of the grates. Looks like it might be a pain to scrape down. Minor thing, just something I've noticed. Nice comparison!
What is the next best smoker to the Titan because it’s costing me to much to get one shipped to me at $1,908.82 the only store that carries that line that’s close to me is Lowe’s so which model should I get from them.
Thanks for the great comparison. I have the 1600CS but have considered the Titan. Just my 2 cents, but there are a couple things that I didn't care for on the Titan. My local academy had a couple on display and both handles to the pellet clean out were broken. Seems cheap compared to the clean out on the CS and PSE. Also, the open sides of the CS and PSE allow easy access to the ash clean out from the side whereas the closed bottom of the Titan makes it a little harder to access...I loved the rack system but wished the racks themselves were a little heavier duty.
Sgt, question.. On your Titan brisket video you set the grill to run overnight and said you went to bed and didn't need to worry about it all night. Do you have that same level of confidence with the Elite? Also, how do they compare in reference to quantity of pellets burnt? I know on the Titan brisket video you had several left after your overnight cook but I wonder is that the same with the Elite as well? I have the Competition 1600 original Academy version and it will empty the hopper on a full overnight cook running at 325-350.
I have a level of trust with the Pit Boss controllers and I've ran both the Titan and the Elite overnight without any issues. I would say the burn rate is about the same, so the advantage of the Titan is for sure you will not run out of pellets. I have run out of pellets on the Elite and it's a hassle to get it back up and running if the auguer tube runs dry. It set's you back about an hour. I really like the the new hopper design, you will not get any "stuck" pellets on the sidewalls.
10:24 Wait a minute...you set the temp at startup before the smoke dissipated? I always thought you needed to wait for the smoke to dissipate first, then set the temp, then close the lid. Can you also do a timed comparison setting it to 400?
@@sandmanxx6049That's interesting to me, I'm smoking a rack of ribs tomorrow for dinner so I'm gonna try this (not sure if it makes any difference in time-to-temp). My first pit 5-6 yrs ago was the Pro Series 820 and I upgraded to the PS 1150 v2 2 years ago and I've been setting the temp after the smoke dissipates this whole time. It just caught me by surprise when he did it. Thanks for the reply!
Well, my crystal ball bets they come out with a stainless titan at some point, so they can spread it around. Im waiting on my second order to come in, first one fedex beat up really bad. Broke a top weld. Academy customer service was super in helping me out with effort in getting first one returned and second one ordered. Still have to wait tho, about 2 weeks for second to arrive. This one coming on estes.
I’m trying to buy a Titan but there are none available anywhere. I’ve contacted Academy corporate and they tell me just to wait till they come in stock. 🤷🏻♂️ I contacted Pit Boss and they told me to look at Academy. They were no help at all. Anybody know where I can get one? I’m in NC but would travel to get it.
You did not mention any modifications, so I assume none were done on the Titan. I could see the smoke gasket on the Elite, so I assume you installed that. Were there any other mods? That would also be a deciding factor if someone had to spend additional money.
You did a good review, so good that I went out and bought a Titan. My Weber Smokefire died over the holidays, instead of putting money into a smoker with a fatal flaw I decided to get a new one. Was waiting on the new Weber Searwood to replace it, but then I saw your video. Anyway, it’s a nice grill but I think it’s missed the mark in a couple ways. You didnt say anything about the grill grates, they are scary flimsy. I understand why, but Pit Boss should have made the first rack running front to back and sturdy then the remaining flimsy. Also, I see that your pit wasn’t connected to WiFi (light was flashing), did you try to get it hooked up? I cannot get mine to connect, the app just spins and spins. Also, from what I’ve read it appears this smoker doesn’t have a way for firmware upgrading. What do you think about these issues?
Great video and academy ships for free so that’s not an issue…..Titan for me all the way!!! Also love you shirt….can you help me as to where I can get one?
How did you get academy to ship for free? Do you have a type of membership? I had to pay shipping, and academy has large and heavy boxes excused from free shipping on their website. Shipping on Estes (efw) was over 300. FedEx was over 200, from GA to NC.
@@sandmanxx6049 I misspoke…..sorry…..I picked mine up and I think someone told me it was free shipping….anyway, not sure why they chose single store distribution?
Hey Grill Sergeant, first off, I really enjoy your videos so keep them coming. My question is, with the Titan not be available in California, do you think PitBoss is coming out with another unit shortly that everyone can purchase? My fear is I’m gonna spend all this money on the elite and then PitBoss will come out with something similar to the titan with all these new features. My gut is telling me to wait it out. What do you think?
The whole thing with the hopper being split baffles me and I’m not sure if anyone else sees this or noticed? When you go to empty out the hopper, it doesn’t release pellets from just one side, but both???!!!! So what really is so different from you just mixing your favorite pellets, 1 or 2 or even 3 kinds of pellets???!!! If it all pours into the bucket once the hopper trap is opened…..doesn’t that defeat the purpose of separating?????? Another thing is the whole biscuit test really just shows how inconsistent your temperature is within your smoker itself, so if you’re trying to cook wings across all your racks, then you’re just juggling the food as your cooking????!!! Plus with the so called temperature probe test, that just tells me that the thermostat location for the grill is located to the cooler side of the grill or where the lightest biscuits where located. The company needed to centralize the internal thermostat (middle of the Grill) to help evenly distributed the heat somehow or is just a case of the blower mechanism sending all the initial heat all the way right??? Just some thoughts & questions. I’d be more interested in which pellet grill performs best (heat) across the whole internal system!!! Thanks 🙏
@@davepage7008 yep i ended up buying the Platinum 1250 from walmart in exchange for a P setting. Its been a non issue come smoke level and i absolutely love the pull out grates that have the bars front to back.
I would honestly buy one but Academy is no where in Montana and online they keep showing out of stock. Pit Boss shame on you. Looks like I will spend my money with another company.
As a previous Qstoves+ user, I made the switch to Asmoke and couldn't be happier! Asmoke's unique wood pellet system adds a distinct flavor to my food that I couldn't achieve with Qstoves. The temperature control is also fantastic, it's so precise and allows me to control my grilling process perfectly. The size and weight of the Asmoke grill are also very convenient compared to Qstoves, making it perfect for outings. But what truly sets Asmoke apart for me is the innovative ASCA™ technology and the FlameTech patent. These features not only improve the cooking result, but also make cleaning a breeze! Lastly, the ability to remotely adjust temperature and monitor food via the app is a game-changer. It's not just about grilling anymore, it's a whole new experience! #Asmoke
My Pro 1600 Elite was only $1,199 at Lowe's two years ago, cheaper than this newer Titan. It's also double wall insulated stainless steel which not only lasts longer as it doesn't rust but it's easier to clean. It drops to 150, not 180. The grates stop after being pulled out and won't fall out like on the Titan. I also have a manual feed button on the Pro so I can keep the burn pot full when I open the lid to spritz/rotate/temp and not lose temp. The burn pot is easier to reach for emptying and I don't have to crawl on the ground to access the hidden drip bucket like on the Titan. I fill that 32lb hopper once every week to two weeks as that's more than enough for several cooks. The split zone hopper of the Titan seemed cool at first glance but that's just a 50/50 mix. I like controlling my mix by putting one scoop of this to 2 scoops of that or any ratio I choose into a bucket from the bags to make my own blends. After owning the Pro for 2 years there's nothing about the Titan that intrigues me. That black thin walled coated metal makes it look like a cheap Walmart brand gimmick. It's actually a much cheaper smoker with a few new flashy features yet lacking everything that makes it worth that kind of money. How many times do people post pics of their grates falling out dropping food on FB smoking groups? And they made this without any stops to prevent that? No cable management? No stainless steel for that price? They should've upgraded the Pro and not have wasted their time on this.
@@danwaligursky4258 I guess the last thing to test is using a 3rd party thermometer to see if it’s actually at 250 at the grate level. If it is, that is amazing!
I will have to do some more testing, fired it up again for dinner, InkBird was reading 380 when PB was at 250. Probe right above fire pot, but I do have a flame tamer to even out temps across the grates. Great video by the way.
I’m trying to buy a Titan but there are none available anywhere. I’ve contacted Academy corporate and they tell me just to wait till they come in stock. 🤷🏻♂️ I contacted Pit Boss and they told me to look at Academy. They were no help at all. Anybody know where I can get one? I’m in NC but would travel to get it.
honestly pit boss limiting the titan to just academy and no other retailers nation wide or direct sale is a major major mistake.
I just tried to order one, but Academy won't sell to anyone in California.
I noticed the Louisiana grills founders series has allot of similar features but the one at the same price is smaller and has basic grates.
I agree. The closest one for me is 120 miles one way. And they are out of stock along with the other ten stores.
I agree, lowes also would have been better
It's simple marketing, eachstore gets a slightly different model so that price differences aren't as obvious.
This is the video I have been waiting for. I wanted that Elite Series, UNTIL I saw the TITAN!
I love your T-shirt 😊
I have the Elite 1600 PSE and the start temp is 150. It’s also in the manual.
I was about to make this same comment!
You are great. And yes, love your shirt.
Awesome comparison Andrew! Both look nice, definitely give the edge to the Titan. Cheers 🍻
Well that about settles it… time to start talking to Santa!
Saw the 1600 elite on clearance for $559 today at Lowes..passed but wow what a buy.
I use a fireboard controller and the temp on my boss elite is exactly what the boss controller displays. Now it will fluctuate about 20 degrees while cooking as the pellets burn up and new ones are dropped in. But my controller has been spot on since day 1.
Love my 1600 Elite....have been able to use it much for a while, but ready to get it back out and smoking.
I just found your channel with your review of the Titan. I have a PS 1100 it is a little long in the tooth and the warranty is almost up. I was hoping to get the Elite, but the Titan may be my next Pit Boss. Thank you for this review
I saw your videos on the pit boss titan and was ready to buy one. Then I found out I had to buy from Academy Sports and that's nowhere near me.
So I ended up buying a reqteq 1250.
That inclined agar is a game changer. My new Brunswick caught fire.
Great.. now I can’t decide between the Titan and the CC Woodwind Pro.
Been debating the same thing along with the Rectec 1250 😵💫
I was waiting to get the woodwind and ended up getting the Titan. After seeing it in person, I had to have it. It's a beast
@smperl0c0 how do you like it?
Like the auger safety feature especially during a pellet burn back which eliminates hopper fires. This should be an industry standard or a pressure/temp sensor in the auger tube indicating back burn. Does the titan have a more pronounced smoke flavor?
Agreed. As far as smoke flavor It’s on par with the pro series elite.
Really looking forward to pit boss titan vs the new Weber searwood!!!
Cool shirt. You are correct ✝️
I like that Titan except the grates. I like the idea of being able to change the grate size, just not the direction of the grates. Looks like it might be a pain to scrape down. Minor thing, just something I've noticed. Nice comparison!
Love the T shirt.
Great review comparison 👍🏼👍🏼
Does the Titan have a light inside it? And are the electric motors brushless like the elite?
The light in my Elite is a game changer!
What is the next best smoker to the Titan because it’s costing me to much to get one shipped to me at $1,908.82 the only store that carries that line that’s close to me is Lowe’s so which model should I get from them.
Thanks for the great comparison. I have the 1600CS but have considered the Titan. Just my 2 cents, but there are a couple things that I didn't care for on the Titan. My local academy had a couple on display and both handles to the pellet clean out were broken. Seems cheap compared to the clean out on the CS and PSE. Also, the open sides of the CS and PSE allow easy access to the ash clean out from the side whereas the closed bottom of the Titan makes it a little harder to access...I loved the rack system but wished the racks themselves were a little heavier duty.
Where did you get the eternity matters most t-shirt at?
Etsy maybe
@@El_Gato718 Nope. Not that peticular one but Thank you
Do you have vent holes on the titan close all the way? Mine doesn’t and I’m thinking it might’ve been put together wrong.
Does the Elite have the angled auger? Sorry IF you mentioned it and i missed it,!
It does not, only the Titan.
@@GrillSergeant Thank you
dope shirt!
I have the elite. And it's the biggest pos I've ever had
I got the 1600 elite did the burn off and seasoning it would not update now when I try to cook on it runs for 30 mins and just shuts off
Sgt, question.. On your Titan brisket video you set the grill to run overnight and said you went to bed and didn't need to worry about it all night. Do you have that same level of confidence with the Elite? Also, how do they compare in reference to quantity of pellets burnt? I know on the Titan brisket video you had several left after your overnight cook but I wonder is that the same with the Elite as well? I have the Competition 1600 original Academy version and it will empty the hopper on a full overnight cook running at 325-350.
I have a level of trust with the Pit Boss controllers and I've ran both the Titan and the Elite overnight without any issues. I would say the burn rate is about the same, so the advantage of the Titan is for sure you will not run out of pellets. I have run out of pellets on the Elite and it's a hassle to get it back up and running if the auguer tube runs dry. It set's you back about an hour. I really like the the new hopper design, you will not get any "stuck" pellets on the sidewalls.
@@GrillSergeant Thanks brother.
Very anticipated video! Thank you. @GrillSergeant, where do I get that t-shirt? Can't find it in your store
What’s your thoughts on the Recteq Dual Fire 1200??
Not a fan of the two separate areas. But I love the horn handles. lol
What have you noticed with the lowest grill rack going left to right? Is it harder with a spatula to flip burgers?
I need that shirt.
10:24 Wait a minute...you set the temp at startup before the smoke dissipated? I always thought you needed to wait for the smoke to dissipate first, then set the temp, then close the lid.
Can you also do a timed comparison setting it to 400?
I always set my cook temp from the get-go, and just come along and close the lid after the first batch of smoke.
@@sandmanxx6049That's interesting to me, I'm smoking a rack of ribs tomorrow for dinner so I'm gonna try this (not sure if it makes any difference in time-to-temp). My first pit 5-6 yrs ago was the Pro Series 820 and I upgraded to the PS 1150 v2 2 years ago and I've been setting the temp after the smoke dissipates this whole time. It just caught me by surprise when he did it. Thanks for the reply!
Sure thing.@@redbirdsjunkie Just seems like an extra step to me, changing the temp again. :)
I had a auger fire on my Pit Boss vertical smoker....was not pretty
Did you not install the smoke stack? My 1600 pro has the stack.
Opps. I forgot. lol jk the new Pro Series Elite 1600 has vents in the back...no top stack.
Well, my crystal ball bets they come out with a stainless titan at some point, so they can spread it around. Im waiting on my second order to come in, first one fedex beat up really bad. Broke a top weld. Academy customer service was super in helping me out with effort in getting first one returned and second one ordered. Still have to wait tho, about 2 weeks for second to arrive. This one coming on estes.
Yea probably next year probably. 1599
Great review brother…also love the shirt 🎚️
I’m trying to buy a Titan but there are none available anywhere. I’ve contacted Academy corporate and they tell me just to wait till they come in stock. 🤷🏻♂️ I contacted Pit Boss and they told me to look at Academy. They were no help at all. Anybody know where I can get one? I’m in NC but would travel to get it.
Found the elite 1600 on clearance at lowes for $559 ! So elite for me.
Very informative.
Love the 8-bit Nintendo music!
Amazon sells magnetic pellet dump chutes. They work great.
Share the link
What about the apps? I have heard not so good things about it.
He didn't mention they got rid of the smoke stack. & why?
will the Titan empty hopper pellet sides separately or does it just empty all at once..
One of my questions as well
From an earlier video, it all dumps at once.
@@sandmanxx6049 which is my point...divider is no big deal...
I want that Titan!
You did not mention any modifications, so I assume none were done on the Titan. I could see the smoke gasket on the Elite, so I assume you installed that. Were there any other mods? That would also be a deciding factor if someone had to spend additional money.
Both smokers are stock. They both came with lid gaskets.
Outstanding@@GrillSergeant
You did a good review, so good that I went out and bought a Titan. My Weber Smokefire died over the holidays, instead of putting money into a smoker with a fatal flaw I decided to get a new one. Was waiting on the new Weber Searwood to replace it, but then I saw your video.
Anyway, it’s a nice grill but I think it’s missed the mark in a couple ways. You didnt say anything about the grill grates, they are scary flimsy. I understand why, but Pit Boss should have made the first rack running front to back and sturdy then the remaining flimsy.
Also, I see that your pit wasn’t connected to WiFi (light was flashing), did you try to get it hooked up? I cannot get mine to connect, the app just spins and spins.
Also, from what I’ve read it appears this smoker doesn’t have a way for firmware upgrading.
What do you think about these issues?
Great video and academy ships for free so that’s not an issue…..Titan for me all the way!!! Also love you shirt….can you help me as to where I can get one?
How did you get academy to ship for free? Do you have a type of membership? I had to pay shipping, and academy has large and heavy boxes excused from free shipping on their website. Shipping on Estes (efw) was over 300. FedEx was over 200, from GA to NC.
@@sandmanxx6049 I misspoke…..sorry…..I picked mine up and I think someone told me it was free shipping….anyway, not sure why they chose single store distribution?
Hey Grill Sergeant, first off, I really enjoy your videos so keep them coming. My question is, with the Titan not be available in California, do you think PitBoss is coming out with another unit shortly that everyone can purchase? My fear is I’m gonna spend all this money on the elite and then PitBoss will come out with something similar to the titan with all these new features. My gut is telling me to wait it out. What do you think?
Just leave California
I'd love the Titan, but out of my price range.😎👍
250 race with 1600 Comp vs Titan?
The whole thing with the hopper being split baffles me and I’m not sure if anyone else sees this or noticed? When you go to empty out the hopper, it doesn’t release pellets from just one side, but both???!!!! So what really is so different from you just mixing your favorite pellets, 1 or 2 or even 3 kinds of pellets???!!! If it all pours into the bucket once the hopper trap is opened…..doesn’t that defeat the purpose of separating?????? Another thing is the whole biscuit test really just shows how inconsistent your temperature is within your smoker itself, so if you’re trying to cook wings across all your racks, then you’re just juggling the food as your cooking????!!! Plus with the so called temperature probe test, that just tells me that the thermostat location for the grill is located to the cooler side of the grill or where the lightest biscuits where located. The company needed to centralize the internal thermostat (middle of the Grill) to help evenly distributed the heat somehow or is just a case of the blower mechanism sending all the initial heat all the way right??? Just some thoughts & questions. I’d be more interested in which pellet grill performs best (heat) across the whole internal system!!! Thanks 🙏
im surprised pit boss hasnt made a woodchunk option like camp chef...
I like the pit Boss competition series a lot except for the bars on the racks are going the wrong way. 🤔😞
I read this exact thing in a review and it is definitely a head scratcher moment.
Yes it’s very bizarre and makes it where you have to scoop from the side.
@@davepage7008 yep i ended up buying the Platinum 1250 from walmart in exchange for a P setting. Its been a non issue come smoke level and i absolutely love the pull out grates that have the bars front to back.
My 1600 Elite has a temp range of 150-500, not 180-500.
I have the elite and I can smoke at 150 not 180
I would honestly buy one but Academy is no where in Montana and online they keep showing out of stock. Pit Boss shame on you. Looks like I will spend my money with another company.
As a previous Qstoves+ user, I made the switch to Asmoke and couldn't be happier! Asmoke's unique wood pellet system adds a distinct flavor to my food that I couldn't achieve with Qstoves. The temperature control is also fantastic, it's so precise and allows me to control my grilling process perfectly. The size and weight of the Asmoke grill are also very convenient compared to Qstoves, making it perfect for outings. But what truly sets Asmoke apart for me is the innovative ASCA™ technology and the FlameTech patent. These features not only improve the cooking result, but also make cleaning a breeze! Lastly, the ability to remotely adjust temperature and monitor food via the app is a game-changer. It's not just about grilling anymore, it's a whole new experience! #Asmoke
Yesssss!!
If you look at all the improvements incorporated into the Titan (and the price differential), the Elite should be renamed to Obsolete.😂
My Pro 1600 Elite was only $1,199 at Lowe's two years ago, cheaper than this newer Titan. It's also double wall insulated stainless steel which not only lasts longer as it doesn't rust but it's easier to clean. It drops to 150, not 180. The grates stop after being pulled out and won't fall out like on the Titan. I also have a manual feed button on the Pro so I can keep the burn pot full when I open the lid to spritz/rotate/temp and not lose temp. The burn pot is easier to reach for emptying and I don't have to crawl on the ground to access the hidden drip bucket like on the Titan. I fill that 32lb hopper once every week to two weeks as that's more than enough for several cooks. The split zone hopper of the Titan seemed cool at first glance but that's just a 50/50 mix. I like controlling my mix by putting one scoop of this to 2 scoops of that or any ratio I choose into a bucket from the bags to make my own blends. After owning the Pro for 2 years there's nothing about the Titan that intrigues me. That black thin walled coated metal makes it look like a cheap Walmart brand gimmick. It's actually a much cheaper smoker with a few new flashy features yet lacking everything that makes it worth that kind of money. How many times do people post pics of their grates falling out dropping food on FB smoking groups? And they made this without any stops to prevent that? No cable management? No stainless steel for that price? They should've upgraded the Pro and not have wasted their time on this.
My old PB 820 starts up much faster.
How long does your take to go from cold to 250?
Did a test this morning to compare. 36 degrees out, startup, once smoked cleared, closed lid and set to 250. From startup to 250, 6 minutes.
@@danwaligursky4258 I guess the last thing to test is using a 3rd party thermometer to see if it’s actually at 250 at the grate level. If it is, that is amazing!
I will have to do some more testing, fired it up again for dinner, InkBird was reading 380 when PB was at 250. Probe right above fire pot, but I do have a flame tamer to even out temps across the grates. Great video by the way.
Why the titan is cheaper
No stainless steel
SOCALRoger acadomy will not sell the titan to me because i live in cal.
I’m. Convinced bro was paid every time he said Pit Boss. Good lord
Its a crap grill no matter what this guy says i bought a new one straight outta of box put it together and it wouldnt connect to wifi
Pitt boss blows. Buy a recteq
Just another commercial
I love your shirt.
I’m trying to buy a Titan but there are none available anywhere. I’ve contacted Academy corporate and they tell me just to wait till they come in stock. 🤷🏻♂️ I contacted Pit Boss and they told me to look at Academy. They were no help at all. Anybody know where I can get one? I’m in NC but would travel to get it.
I had to drive 2 hrs in Ga to get mine