The Masterbuilt Electric Smoker builds have come along way over the past few years and the Masterbuilt 710 WiFi Electric Smoker has become a staple in the UK BBQ scene. As we move through 2026, UK pitmasters are increasingly looking for “Set and Forget” convenience that can handle the unpredictable British climate.

In this specialist UK review, we’ll determine if this 240V-ready powerhouse is the right investment to help you master brisket, ribs, and pulled pork without the charcoal struggle and potentially saving you the mess and handling of those black briquettes every time you want to fire up your grill.

Masterbuilt 710 WiFi – UK Specifications at a Glance

Why the Masterbuilt Electric Smoker 710 WiFi is Built for British Gardens

Unlike bulky offset smokers, the 710 uses a vertical cabinet design. This is a game-changer for UK terrace gardens or smaller patios where space is at a premium and with it’s insulated walls it retains the heat better than most smokers for when those summertime temperatures suddenly decide to drop.

Kitchen Sizzlers Strategy Tip: Planning a garden party? Don’t guess your quantities. Use our custom planner below to calculate exactly how much meat you need to fill these four racks:

Performance: Handling the British “Four Seasons”

One of the most common questions from our UK community is: “How does it handle the cold?”

The Masterbuilt 710 features a fully insulated dual-wall cabinet. In our testing during a damp April in the UK, it held 107°C (225°F) with impressive stability.

• Winter Tip: In sub-zero temperatures, allow an extra 20 minutes for pre-heating.
• Protection: Always invest in a heavy-duty weather cover. UK humidity can be brutal on the digital control panel.

Smart Smoking: The WiFi Advantage

The 710 connects to your home WiFi via the Masterbuilt App. This allows you to monitor your internal meat temperature from your sofa—essential for those 12-hour overnight brisket cooks when you don’t want to step out into the rain.

Minor Quirk: Note that after opening the door to spritz your meat, you may need to tap “reconnect/sync” on the app to be able to adjust settings again. It’s a small firmware safety feature, but something to be aware of.

Pros and Cons for the UK Pitmaster

✅ The Wins:

• Side Loading Wood Chips: Add smoke flavour without opening the door and losing heat—vital for maintaining consistent temps in windy UK conditions.
• UK Ready: Ships with a standard UK 3-pin plug.
• Huge Capacity: You can easily batch-cook a month’s worth of pulled pork in one go.

❌ The Challenges:

• No Wheels: At 50kg, it’s a “set it and stay” unit. Plan your garden layout before assembly.
• Grease Management: The tray is adequate but requires emptying after every long cook to avoid flare-ups.

Real-World Results: Brisket & Ribs

We seasoned the unit for 3 hours at 135°C before our first cook. The results on a 5kg beef brisket were exceptional. By pairing the 710 with our BBQ Smoker Time Calculator, we predicted the “stall” perfectly, resulting in a competition-level smoke ring and bark.

Is It Worth It in 2026?

If you are looking for the “Sweet Spot” between price and performance, the Masterbuilt 710 is arguably the best-value electric smoker in the UK right now. It removes the stress of fire management, allowing you to focus on the rub and the rest. I for one am more than happy with the results and the added bonus is there is no need to displose of the coals afterwards, just a little ash from the woodschips.

If you decide to go this unit and want to up your game even further then consider buying the offset smoker addon, but be warned – you’ll need to buy an additional item to make it work in the UK to avoid blowing it up!!! Find out more by reading our offset smoker review for the Masterbuilt 710 series.

Final Verdict: Highly Recommended for those wanting consistent, pro-level BBQ with minimal effort.

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