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Pit Boss

700 Series

Model 700 FB2

A 747-square-inch wood pellet grill and smoker with a flame broiler, LCD digital controller, meat probe, and 21 lb pellet hopper.

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$366.98 · In stock

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Specifications

Based on published manufacturer specifications.

Cooking area
747 sq in
Hopper capacity
21 lb
Max temperature
500 °F
WiFi / app control
No
Portable design
No

Pros & Limitations

Pros

  • 747 square inches at a notably lower price than comparable Traeger models
  • Flame broiler allows direct-flame searing, a feature not every pellet grill offers
  • 21 lb hopper for extended cooks
  • Included meat probe

Limitations

  • Based on brand-level Pit Boss research: WiFi/app connectivity issues, temperature-control overshoot, and pellet backfires (a pop/thud from unburned pellet buildup) are documented across the pellet-grill lineup
  • Independent aggregators show notably low average ratings for the Pit Boss brand overall (2.4 stars from 618 reviews on one review site), though this reflects the brand broadly rather than this specific model

What Owners Say

Summarized from customer reviews and independent owner write-ups — see sources below.

Common praise

  • Independent reviews call the 700 Series a strong value pick, highlighting the flame broiler's direct-flame searing (not every pellet grill offers this), the large 21 lb hopper, and a notably lower price than comparable Traeger models.

Common complaints

  • Based on brand-level Pit Boss research rather than model-specific reviews: documented issues include WiFi/app connectivity problems, temperature overshoot larger than some competitors, and occasional pellet backfires from unburned fuel buildup (recommended fix: vacuum the firepot every 3-5 cooks)

Overall owner sentiment

Independent review aggregators show a notably low average rating for the Pit Boss brand as a whole, alongside independent reviews that call the pellet-grill line "best value" for the price. Treat the low aggregate rating as a real signal worth knowing, but note it reflects the brand broadly, including older models and customer-service experiences, not necessarily this specific model's cooking performance.

Best For

Likely to suit budget-conscious buyers who want a flame-broiler searing option and a large hopper, and who are comfortable with occasional firepot maintenance.

Watch-Outs

  • –Vacuum the firepot every few cooks to reduce the risk of pellet backfires, per independent troubleshooting guides
  • –If you rely on the WiFi app, be aware connectivity issues are a commonly reported complaint across this brand's lineup

Facts last verified 9/27/2026.

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