In short: First place in our editorial rating of pellet grills goes to the Broil King Regal Pellet 500 (9.4/10). Below it are the 3 highest-rated pellet grills from our individual reviews that were in stock on 21 October 2026.
On this page we compare three pellet grills according to our editorial rating: the Broil King Regal Pellet 500 in first place in our editorial rating, the Traeger Pro 575 and the BURNHARD FLINT. All three cook with wood pellets and need a power supply where you set them up. They differ in maximum temperature, direct grilling, app and probes, and space requirements. We have not used any of these devices ourselves. All information comes from manufacturer pages, manuals and catalogue data that we evaluated in the reviews.
The recommendations at a glance
- Broil King Regal Pellet 500 (9.4/10): The Broil King Regal Pellet 500 is a pellet grill with cast iron grates, a double-walled lid, two meat probes and a motorised rotisserie spit.
- Traeger Pro 575 (8.9/10): The Traeger Pro 575 is a pellet grill with two grate levels and 575 sq in of cooking area that cooks with indirect heat only, from 165 to 500 °F (around 74 to 260 °C) according to Traeger.
- BURNHARD FLINT Pellet Smoker (8.1/10): The BURNHARD FLINT is a pellet smoker for indirect cooking, from 70 to 230 °C according to the manufacturer.
Broil King Regal Pellet 500: premium pellet grill with direct grilling function
The Broil King Regal Pellet 500 is a pellet grill with cast iron grates, a double-walled lid, two meat probes and a motorised rotisserie spit. The GRILL button sets 315 °C, and according to the manufacturer the steel hopper holds 22 lb of pellets. In our price box it is listed at Santos Grills at approx. €999; on 25 September 2026 it was sold out there.
Our assessment: In our comparison, the Regal Pellet 500 is the pellet grill for anyone who wants to grill directly and turn roasts on a spit as well as cook low and slow. Before buying, you need to clarify two things: whether your spot allows the clearances given in the manual, and which model the retailer supplies, the Regal Pellet 500 (496051) or the 500 Pro (496915EU).
Strengths according to our review:
- Rotisserie spit with electric motor and two electronic meat probes included; according to the manual, the spit carries up to 7 kg of meat
- GRILL preset at 315 °C; Broil King sets direct grilling from 205 °C
- Double-walled lid with seal, body made of 2 mm steel with high-temperature paint
Weaknesses according to our review:
- According to the manual, outdoor use only, expressly not on a balcony, in a garage or in a shed; 76 cm clearance from combustible surfaces at the sides and back
- Needs an earthed socket where you set it up; Broil King does not state a power consumption
Editorial rating 9.4/10, where to buy: Santos Grills. All data, sources and the FAQ are in the individual review of the Broil King Regal Pellet 500.
Traeger Pro 575: hopper holds slightly over 8.2 kg
The Traeger Pro 575 is a pellet grill with two grate levels and 575 sq in of cooking area that cooks with indirect heat only, from 165 to 500 °F (around 74 to 260 °C) according to Traeger. Via the WiFIRE app you can monitor it and switch it off; it is lit only at the grill. Santos Grills lists it at approx. €749, and on Amazon it is at €1,054.99.
Our assessment: In our comparison, the Pro 575 suits anyone who mainly cooks low and slow and smokes, and wants to keep an eye on the grill via the app while doing so. If you often want to sear hard, look at the Pit Boss Pro 850 or the Broil King Regal Pellet 500; if you need more area, look at the Traeger Pro 780.
Strengths according to our review:
- WiFIRE: monitor the cook via the app, change the temperature and switch the grill off remotely
- Meat probe with alarm included; according to the manual, the offset can be set from -8 to +8 °C
- Hopper with a clear-out flap for changing the type of wood
Weaknesses according to our review:
- Cooks with indirect heat only, there is no direct-flame zone; according to Traeger, the upper limit is 500 °F (around 260 °C)
- According to the manual, lighting via the app is not possible for safety reasons, so you have to stand at the grill to start it
Editorial rating 8.9/10, where to buy: Santos Grills. All data, sources and the FAQ are in the individual review of the Traeger Pro 575.
BURNHARD FLINT Pellet Smoker: 70 to 230 °C, up to 9 kg pellet capacity
The BURNHARD FLINT is a pellet smoker for indirect cooking, from 70 to 230 °C according to the manufacturer. The heat comes from burning wood pellets, and the electricity drives the igniter rod, auger and fan. The hopper holds 9 kg, cooking is on two grate levels, and a cover and two core temperature probes are included. At Burnhard approx. €949.
Our assessment: The BURNHARD FLINT is a good choice for anyone who wants to get into automated smoking without dealing with a firebox or ember control. The fixed temperature range, the digital thermometer and the well-thought-out accessories justify the price of around €949, as long as there is a power connection where you set it up. If you want maximum smoke intensity like an offset smoker, a classic charcoal model will serve you better.
Strengths according to our review:
- Digital thermometer with two probes gives much more control than simple analogue displays
- Pellet capacity of up to 9 kg allows long sessions without frequent refilling
- Front shelf with acacia chopping board and lower cabinet make the workspace at the unit practical
Weaknesses according to our review:
- Needs an earthed 230 V socket no more than 1.8 m away and, according to the manual, must not run in damp weather or rain
- Indirect heat only, up to 230 °C; for a crust on steaks, Burnhard’s own starter guide points to a gas grill
Editorial rating 8.1/10, where to buy: Amazon. All data, sources and the FAQ are in the individual review of the BURNHARD FLINT Pellet Smoker.
Buying guide: what matters with pellet grills
Do you also want to grill directly, or mainly smoke?
This separates the three models most clearly. The Broil King Regal Pellet 500 has presets for SMOKE (107 °C), BRAT/BACK (176 °C) and GRILL (315 °C) and cooks on cast iron grates. According to the manual, Broil King sets direct grilling from 205 °C. The Traeger Pro 575 cooks with indirect heat only, there is no direct-flame zone, and according to Traeger the upper limit is 500 °F (around 260 °C). For searing, Traeger recommends the reverse sear method: cook low first, then turn up the heat for the crust. According to the manufacturer, the BURNHARD FLINT cooks from 70 to 230 °C and also with indirect heat only. For steaks, Burnhard’s own starter guide points to a gas grill. Our assessment: if you often want to sear steaks hard, only the Broil King on this list has a suitable preset. If you mostly make pulled pork, brisket or ribs, you do not need the high setting.
Do you have power where you set it up, and enough clearance?
All three models depend on mains power. For the Broil King and the Traeger, the manual requires an earthed socket, and for the Traeger, adapters and extension cables are ruled out in the EU. For the BURNHARD FLINT, the earthed 230 V socket can be no more than 1.8 m away, and it stays off in rain or damp weather. So the socket has to be close to where you set it up.
Then there are clearances. The Broil King needs 76 cm to combustible surfaces at the sides and back. For the Traeger it is at least 45.7 cm to combustible materials during operation, and at least 102 cm below combustible materials. The Burnhard requires 60 cm to the back, 60 cm to the side and 100 cm above. All three run outdoors only. The Broil King expressly must not go on a balcony, in a garage or in a shed, because toxic fumes collect in enclosed areas and can lead to serious injury or death. Burnhard warns of risk to life from carbon monoxide in enclosed areas. The full safety rules are in the reviews, and they do not replace the manual.
How important are the app and meat probes?
The Broil King uses the Pellet Controller app via Bluetooth or WiFi, only on the 2.4 GHz band according to the US manual, and requires an account for it. Two meat probes are included. With the Traeger, you monitor the cook via WiFIRE, change the temperature and can switch the grill off. According to the manual, it is lit only at the grill, and one meat probe is included. The Burnhard mentions neither an app nor a wireless connection. Its two probes show the readings one after the other on the display. None of the three manufacturers states a control accuracy in degrees in the reviews. Our assessment: if you want to see the cooking progress while away, you are better served by the Broil King or the Traeger. If you stay at the unit, the Burnhard will do too.
How much area and space do you need?
No manufacturer states a number of people. For the Broil King (model 496051), according to broilking.com it is 4,032 cm² of main area plus 1,290 cm² on the second level. The Traeger has around 3,710 cm² on two levels, and as capacity Traeger gives 24 burgers or 5 racks of ribs or 4 chickens. For the Burnhard, the grate dimensions of 66 x 49 cm below and 66 x 36 cm above give 5,610 cm² by our calculation, although both levels sit one above the other.
On weight the models are far apart: Traeger around 56 kg, Burnhard 72 kg according to the manufacturer, Broil King 250 lbs (around 113 kg) according to broilking.com. The Traeger has wheels on one side only, the Burnhard swivelling solid rubber casters. For the Broil King, you need to clarify before ordering which model the retailer supplies: Santos lists it under 496055EU, and the shop page does not show whether the Regal Pellet 500 or the 500 Pro is behind it.
How long does a hopper of pellets last?
According to broilking.com, the Broil King holds up to 22 lb, just under 10 kg. For the Traeger it is slightly over 8.2 kg according to the manual, and for the Burnhard up to 9 kg. Only the Burnhard has consumption figures in its manual: 0.3 to 0.5 kg per hour below 105 °C, 0.8 to 1 kg per hour above 176 °C. For the Traeger and the Broil King, a manufacturer figure is missing. For the Traeger, the Amazon catalogue gives 24 hours on 9 kg at around 120 °C; Traeger itself does not confirm this. Our assessment: if you plan long cooks, you can calculate in advance best with the Burnhard, because only there are consumption figures available. Which pellets are suitable is in the FAQ below.
How this list came about
We have not used any of these products ourselves. The basis is our individual reviews, which rely on manufacturer information, instruction manuals and retailer pages; where we make our own assessment, it is stated there. The rating is our editorial rating based on build quality, performance, handling and value for money, as described in the rating methodology.
This list includes only pellet grills whose review we have newly revised and that were in stock on 21 October 2026 at at least one of our shops. Of these we show the 3 with the highest overall rating, in that order. We earn a commission on purchases made through our links, which varies in amount depending on the shop; it has no influence on the order.
The comparison winners side by side
| Grill | Type | Rating | Guide price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broil King Regal Pellet 500 | Pellet grills | ★★★★★ 4.7 | approx. €999.00 | To the shop → |
| Traeger Pro 575 | Pellet grills | ★★★★☆ 4.5 | approx. €749.00 | To the shop → |
| BURNHARD FLINT Pelletsmoker | Pellet grills | ★★★★☆ 4.0 | approx. €749.25 | To the shop → |
Prices are guide values and change with the shop and promotions. The retailer page shows the current price; our guide prices and ratings are on the linked review pages or in the full comparison. Prices are in euros from Amazon.de and may differ in your country.