Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill Reviews

4.9 Rating 182 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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Posted 2 years ago

“This grill is hands down the best grill I have ever owned so far. It is still new but I cooked nonstop for 48 hours straight without any problems. The grill it replaced I had nothing but problems with it. Every time I tried to cook at low temps it would error out. I have run the YS640S at low temps high temps don't matter it just keeps cooking. It is very well-built and heavy-duty. It cooks like a dream I have cooked Ribs, Chicken, Pork Butt and cold smoke cheese all have been very good so far.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“First of all, it was a great experience with All Things Barbecue! Very helpful, great price and delivered 3 days after ordering via Fed-Ex (who actually helped to get it to the back porch)! We researched multiple smokers, our son-in-law has a Traeger and loves it, but we decided on a Yoder based on other reviews. We have smoked chicken breast, pork tenderloin, ribs and a brisket......vacuumed sealed all, and delish! Makes for easy dinners. Thanks for a great smoker and customer service!!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“I have cooked on every grill imaginable. From charcoal, to offset and everything in between! Nothing compares to the versatility of the Yoder YS 640 S Pellet grill! From weeknight burgers, and dogs to weekend briskets, and if you add the wood fired pizza oven, you can make amazing restaurant quality pizzas in your own backyard. The customer service at All Things BBQ is second to none if you haven’t got one yet you better get one. P.S. did I mention it’s built like a tank and you’ll be passing this down to your kids!”

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Posted 2 years ago

“I’ve had my YS640s for over a year now (Jan 2021) and feel confident I can give a very honest review. I’ve had others but the Yoder YS640s is the real deal. The pit itself is just stupid awesome / heavy and easy to install. The sales force were very easy and accommodating to work with. I did purchase the top tier bundle also ✅. You WANT THE SEAR GRATES . I have cooked wings, briskets, ribs, full chickens, chicken breast, steaks and brats to name a few. This is what’s good, PAY ATTENTION - the fire board has helped me get this tank dialed in. If you take the time to edit the fire board (SESSIONS) for your cook it basically keeps up with everything for you such as: the temp, time of cook and probe use on everything you cook. If not satisfied with your outcome on your cook go back to your (SESSIONS) on the fire board to help improve the next cook until it’s dialed in. Ys640s holds the temp much better than others I have tried. Furthermore it’s easy to clean. I did watch a few YouTube videos on how to oil it before I actually used it to keep from rusting. So far after a year I have (zero) rust spots. I did oil it with flaxseed oil in and out and still looks new. I can’t say enough good things about the YS640s. It’s an investment that’s gonna last you a very long time.”

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Posted 2 years ago

“I bought mine in 2017. It is still going strong. I have put about 500 lbs a year. I have cooked everything. 12 pork butts at a time for a graduation, many briskets, chicken wings, ribs, whole chickens, hams, turkeys, you name it. Good smoke, it is bulletproof. Keep it out of the rain and snow and it is maintenance free. Just vaccum it out once in a while and your good to go. Never thought I would buy such a game changer in our family meal production. It is so worth the money. The family loves the food. The wife loves the fact that you cook outside and there is little clean up in the kitchen. You have to buy one. There is nothing better. I have five grills and this is still my go to. I had to replace one 30 dollar fan in 5 years. That is because I cook so much. This is a winner and well worth the money.”

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Posted 3 years ago

“This smoker is as advertised, well built, solid, easy to use and puts a great flavor on your cook. The app is a bonus.”

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Posted 3 years ago

“I love my smoker, make perfect chicken, ribs and brisket. Easy to assemble and directions to follow. The deluxe grilling package is worth purchasing. I have been able to connect the FireBoard to my home WiFi and the app is working on my phone. Set the smoker temperature insert meat probes and you can cook with confidence. The rubs are pretty good and have very different profiles. My only complaint is that the ceramic ignition failed after the first cook after break in. The support team was wonderful and the trouble shooting indicated a bad igniter. They shipped out a new one and it arrived in 4days. The instructions for installation a clear and correct. The access to the two screws is hard to get to, however after a few combinations of sockets and swivel heads I managed to replace the ignition unit. Happy to be able to cook again. I would give this smoker a 4.8 at this time. Also recommend this to anyone who is looking for a high quality smoker. It’s worth the money. Purchased August 2022 as a Father’s Day gift.”

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Posted 3 years ago