I have used gas and charcoal all my life. Always thought the pellet grill was just a fad. I bought this to give it a try as me electric smoker was just too small. I have used it several times in the last month and I will never go back! It is sooo much easier than gas or charcoal. And being able to set the temp. and just leave it is amazing. Need to change the temp? Do it from the couch on your phone. It's AMAZING! DO yourself a favor and buy it now. You won't regret it.