Pit Barrel Cooker Co. Reviews 1,715

TrustScore 1 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Witchcraft! How did I get smoke flavor in chicken and a smoke ring on ribs with no wood? I just got mine and, from a friend who owns one's advice, I started with half chickens. My wife took a bite and... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I love the cooker and it's brilliant but I bought the Premium Weatherproof Grill Cover and it's terrible. At the slightest drop of rain it soaks straight through and then just sits in the lid. I tried... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I added the PBC to my arsenal of smokers so as to have a simplistic unit to smoke at home instead of breaking out the heavies. I have to "slap" myself to Keep it Simple. I'm tempted to add a thermome... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The ash holder attachment addresses the one shortcoming if the PBC by having to carry the entire cooker to dump the ashes. I tend to agree with some other reviews that say this piece of hardware shoul... See more

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About Pit Barrel Cooker Co.

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The Pit Barrel® Cooker Co. is a family-owned business that was established in 2010 in Strasburg, Colorado by an Iraq war veteran. Our flagship product, the Pit Barrel Cooker, combines the best qualities of smokers, slow cookers and BBQs into one product.

While drum cooking is nothing new, it has never before been brought to the mass market in a form that is both affordable and simple to use. Our patented meat hanging concept produces perfectly cooked meals every time and allows people to spend less time preparing food and more time enjoying the company of their guests. We have also launched our own line of Pit Barrel Cooker Rubs that makes it even easier to achieve great tasting results with little to no hassle.

We believe that everyone that enjoys outdoor cooking will want a Pit Barrel Cooker because everyone who tries one is simply amazed by the flavor it produces.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Product

Worked as advertised, a great product. I've been researching the pit barrel cooker for a long time. I'm very satisfied with my purchase. It's so efficient I expect that it will pay for its self.

25 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great cooker!

First, I always like and try to support small businesses, especially veteran-owned small businesses, and my experience with the Pit Barrel Cooker and Pit Barrel Cooker Co. has definitely given me nothing but confidence to continue with that philosophy. When I placed my order, not only was I surprised that shipping was going to be free, but once it was placed I was shocked at how quickly my PBC arrived at my house. I unpacked the box, set it up, and was cooking on it that very day. On day one I smoked two whole chickens, and the very next day I smoked a brisket flat. I had never smoked any type of food before, but both turned out great (according to people other than me). The PBC really is an easy-to-use, set-it-and-forget-it smoker that makes consistently great food every time! I've already recommended it to my parents and several friends. I couldn't be happier! Great product from an awesome company!

25 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The pit barrel cooker.

I had seen the videos. But I have to see it with my own eyes. My friend bought one and we barbecued for the last Super Bowl and the food came out amazing. We did ribs pork and chicken. Came out delicious. So I bought my own. And I am so happy.
Best investment ever.

25 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome cooker and awesome company!

The Pit Barrel is so easy to use and the food tastes unbelievable. Also the customer service is out of this world. My first time using it I had a few questions and emailed the company, they responded within a hour on a Sunday. I also ordered some of their accessories, which came within a couple days and have worked really well. I would definitely recommend this product and company.

25 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PBC cooker

2 cooks in the first week, Ribs and Chicken, both turned out excellent and much easier to than the Kamado or Pellet Grill

25 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great cooker, great customer service, great results.

I am more than impressed with the Pit Barrell Cooker. It arrived at my doorstep ready to use, exactly how it was advertised. Their website is second to none with directions, videos and recipes. The staff is the best I have ever dealt with for customer service. The best.

24 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

This is my first smoker, so I have nothing to compare it to, but in the first week I smoked some baby backs and a chicken, both of which were awesome. Looking forward to many more meals out of the smoker!

24 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pit Barrel Cooker

First thing I cooked was four slabs of baby back ribs. I used my own rub and they took about 3 1/2 hours to cook. Absolutely delicious. Gave a slab to the neighbors and they raved about the flavor and juiciness. My family loved them. Next I did some chickens and they too were delicious.
So easy, just set it up, start the fire, hang the meat and come back in a few hours or so and have a look.

23 February 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this cooker

Overall well made. Love the porcelain coating. Still learning different cooking modes but the first thing I cooked was 3 racks of pork ribs. Out of this world and really cool how nothing burns.

22 February 2017
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