Category: Buyers Guides

Buying BBQ and smoking equipment can be confusing, with endless options, bold claims, and mixed reviews. This buyers guides section is designed to help you make informed decisions without the hype.

Here you’ll find practical BBQ buyers guides covering electric smokers, grills, accessories, books, and essential tools. These guides focus on real-world use, pros and cons, and suitability for different types of cooks — helping you understand what’s genuinely worth buying, what to avoid, and which products make sense for UK users.

Best Electric Smoker UK (2026 Tested & Compared)

If you’re searching for the best electric smoker UK buyers can rely on, you need more than just Amazon star ratings. You need a smoker that works in British weather, runs safely on 230V UK power, fits typical garden or patio spaces, and produces consistent smoke without constant monitoring. We’ve analysed the most popular electric […]

Which thermometer do I actually need? Best BBQ Thermometer For Cooking

If you’re not sure which thermometer to buy, you’re not alone. When choosing the best BBQ thermometer for cooking most people either overbuy something complicated they don’t need — or underbuy and end up guessing temperatures anyway. Use the guide below to choose the right tool for how you actually cook. If you mostly grill, […]

The Benefits of Having a Smoker

The Benefits of Having a Smoker: A Lifestyle Upgrade You Didn’t Know You Needed The benefits of having a smoker in your life go far beyond juicy ribs and tender brisket. For me, it has become a lifestyle change, not just a cooking tool. I’ve lost weight, cut out processed foods, and even noticed fewer […]

The Simple UK Supermarket Smoking Guide (Tesco & Morrisons)

If you’ve ever stood in Tesco squinting at a “boned & rolled shoulder joint” wondering if it’s the same as “pork butt,” this guide is for you. Below: which packs to grab, what the labels mean, how to spot quality in seconds, and starter temps in °C for electrics and gas BBQs. Plan the cook […]

Masterbuilt 710 WiFi Electric Smoker Review UK (2026 Tested & Rated)

The Masterbuilt 710 WiFi Electric Smoker is one of the most talked-about Masterbuilt electric smokers currently available in the UK. Designed for 240V UK power and built with smart app control, it combines traditional cabinet smoking with modern convenience. In this in-depth UK review, we examine whether the Masterbuilt 710 WiFi is genuinely worth buying […]