Dyna-Glo
Vertical Offset Charcoal Smoker
Experience authentic charcoal smoking with the Dyna-Glo Vertical Offset Smoker. Designed for charcoal enthusiasts, this smoker lets you infuse food with smoke flavor using both wood chips and charcoal. Its vertical design maximizes smoke capture, featuring six adjustable grates offering 1,176 square inches of cooking space for various food sizes. The offset firebox ensures indirect heat, preventing food from cooking too quickly and enhancing the slow-cooking process. The porcelain-enameled charcoal chamber promotes efficient burning, while the removable ash pan simplifies cleanup.
$355.95
Owner Satisfaction
2.8
/ 5
Category Rank
470
/ 471
#470 in Food Smokers
Price vs Category Average
-55%
Below average
Assembly Dimensions
3550.221
/ " W x " H x " D
Who it's for
- Large Cooking Capacity
- Excellent Value Proposition
- Easy Fuel Management
Who should skip it
- Poor Heat Retention
- Significant Temperature Gradient
- Difficult Ash Cleanup
Key Specs
Assembly Dimensions
35" W x 50.2" H x 21" D
Weight
57 lbs
Cooking Surface
1176 sq in
Material
Steel
Fuel Type
Wood Chips or Charcoal
Mounting Style
Portable
Warranty
1 Year Limited
Smoker Type
Offset Smoker, Vertical Cabinet
Features
- Six height-adjustable cooking grates
- 1176 sq. in. total cooking space
- Porcelain-enameled charcoal chamber
- Steel smoke stack with adjustable flue
- Stainless temperature gauge with "Smoke Zone"
- Offset functionality for indirect heat
- Removable steel ash pan
- Each grate holds up to 25 lbs.
What customers say
This entry level charcoal smoker attracts buyers with its accessible price. While some users successfully produce delicious smoked food, the core sentiment revolves around significant quality and performance issues. Recurring complaints focus on the thin metal construction, leading to poor heat retention and inconsistent temperatures. Many owners report substantial heat and smoke leaks around the doors, requiring immediate modifications like adding gaskets to achieve acceptable results. Concerns about paint peeling and rapid rusting also suggest durability limitations. While dedicated hobbyists see potential after extensive user intervention, achieving optimal performance demands considerable extra effort and investment beyond basic operation.
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