Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill Reviews

4.9 Rating 103 Reviews

About All Things Barbecue:

It all started simply enough: just a few friends and family gathering in the backyard, enjoying good company and good food. Somewhere along the line, this simple family tradition turned into a passion, culminating with the 2009 opening of All Things Barbecue.

Located in America’s heartland and shipping across the country. All Things Barbecue has a simple goal: to spread the passion for outdoor cooking to as many people as possible.

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“This smoker is amazing... ordering from all things bbq was super easy... the shipping was pretty fast and customer service is second to none”

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Posted 5 years ago

“After owning this grill for six months I can honestly say I don't regret my purchase. I was waiting for low temp weather to really test this grill and i must be honest i was very surprised. I grilled 400 degrees with the outside temp at 38 degrees and the grill came up to temp within 20 minutes. Last night I started a brisket in 31 degree weather cooking at 225. No problem at all, and I haven't use a thermal jacket. We have done every thing from low and slow to baking and just have been amazed at outcome. Got a couple of more tests that i want to do, but six months, it's great. Stop thinking about it, stop worrying about the price, and prepare to make some great wood fire food.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I have owned many grills in thirty years and this is the best one that I have ever owned. I looked at pellet grills for two years and the Yoder was more versatile. Many talk a good game but this one has them all beat. This has met and exceeded my expectations”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Excellent quality and craftsmanship. This grill delivers consistent results cook after cook! Grill grates perform wonderfully on open flame for direct grilling as well.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Bought a YS-640 in 2012 and have been an avid supporter of Yoder pellet grills. Cooks great and very solid construction. Technical support started out phenomenal but seems to be less competent now. Have replaced the thermocouple every two years, almost to the month (pellet grill gets used 1-2 times per month, at low temp 275 deg F cooks). Really disappointing thermocouple life for a $1500 pellet grill. Still love the way it cooks but I have to keep a spare thermocouple in my tool box so I don't have an issue on my cooks.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I got my YS640 a few years back and love it. It is a very versatile. I recommend the grill grates, cover, and diffuser with access door (so you don't need to take out the grates and the diffuser to switch from indirect to direct. Stay on top of keeping the grill clean to prevent rust. Not a deal breaker (after all, I'm waiting on my 640S right now) but it does take some post cook maintenance to keep this thing looking nice.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I've been using a pellet grill for a LONG time (Traeger for ~15 years?), so I know an upgrade when I see it. I just picked up a YS640, and it's amazing. I love removing the diffuser, adding the Grill Grates, and doing so nice searing! My first cook was a batch of rid eyes, and they were both beautiful as well as delicious. My "guest list" of people wbo want to come over for food keeps growing... Nice problem to have. Good friends, good food, good times.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Right off the bat I could tell this smoker was made in America! While putting it together the holes actually matched up! ATBBQ- beat the 5-6 week lead time and delivered in two weeks out to California. This thing is a beast- the heavy weight I was looking for in a smoker and it has the most consistent temp I have ever had with a pellet grill. I messed up on the first pellet grill that starts with a "T" and should have started out with the Yoder YS640. If you are on the fence or wondering if it's truly worth the cash. All I can say is yes...YES it is. Pull the trigger and order this now- you won't be disappointed. I don't work for Yoder or ATBBQ- I'm just a experienced BBQ'r that could not be happier! Thanks Yoder and ATBBQ,”

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Posted 6 years ago