Gas / propane smokers
Propane burner with a wood-chip box — fast to heat, easy to run, no power needed. A convenient middle ground.
| Smoker | Fuel | Size | Ease | Tier | Best for | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuisinart Vertical Propane | Gas / propane | Medium | Semi (some tending) | Budget | Beginners | Amazon → |
| Dyna-Glo Wide Body Vertical Propane | Gas / propane | Large | Semi (some tending) | Mid | Large gatherings | Amazon → |
| Masterbuilt MPS ThermoTemp Propane | Gas / propane | Medium | Semi (some tending) | Mid | Beginners | Amazon → |
Other fuels: Pellet · Offset (stick burner) · Charcoal / drum · Kamado (ceramic) · Electric · best for a purpose →