How do I find out what the diffs between these two units are? Thanks.
JMSS
20078715
JMSS
20078715
Here is a quick reference:
I know the Amazon one is Gen 2.5. I called the Masterbuilt. But the Lowes one I'm not sure. Watched a vid. The slanted drip dray leads me to believe that it's Gen 2.0.
Anyone got a pic of the redesigned drip tray in Gen 2.5? Thanks.
I thought Gen 2's vent was on the side? Both these are on the top left which lead me to believe they are Gen 2.5s. Also, the Amazon description says the drip plate has been redesigned.
Yes, Both of the smokers you showed in your post #1 look to be late model Gen #2 models, after the top vent had been moved from the left side wall to the back left on top. More than likely those 2 both have the big slanted drip plate that causes much of the Gen #2 problems.
The pic you're showing in post #6 is a Gen #2.5 with the shield over the front controls, and it has the full Water Pan with the Split level bottom.
The Drip pan is in the bottom, on the floor, with the foil covering it in the pic.
Bear
Near the end of last year, they have some Gen #2 with the vent on top instead of the left side, like the 2 in your pic #1.
I thought Gen 2's vent was on the side? Both these are on the top left which lead me to believe they are Gen 2.5s. Also, the Amazon description says the drip plate has been redesigned.
Not sure what you mean by "List".
Great info, thanks. Where can I find a list of gen 2.5 smokers?
I mean list of model numbers or stores/suppliers. Which vendors are selling them?
Not sure what you mean by "List".
The Gen #2.5 just came out in December. There aren't many around yet.
Bear
You just gotta shop around.
I mean list of model numbers or stores/suppliers. Which vendors are selling them?
Here's the Bass Pro one. I dont need anything this fancy:
You just gotta shop around.
Masterbuilt CS never seems to know what stores have what.
Even the stores don't know what they have when you call them.
5 years ago I was looking for an All Stainless Gen #1 MES 40. Cabelas catalog & flyers didn't show that one, and I called & they said they didn't have it.
My Son went to Cabelas for Fishing stuff, and he took a look. They had the one I wanted, and 49 more in their warehouse in the back. They had no idea!!!!
The only way you know for sure what these stores have is to see it in person.
Bear
Not positive, but I'm pretty sure ALL Gen #2.5 are Bluetooth---No Remote option.
Ok so I found what I think is a 2.5 model (shielded panel) at Bass Pro: Masterbuilt Sportsman Elite 30'' Bluetooth Smart Digital Electric Smoker with Viewing Window
But this thing has Bluetooth which I dont need, and costs $330. I will look for the basic 2.5 version.
I hope not. I cant do $330. $200 is sort of my sweet spot.
Not positive, but I'm pretty sure ALL Gen #2.5 are Bluetooth---No Remote option.
I figure if I ever get one, I'll probably just use the controls on the smoker. My Son said he'd give me an old phone to use, but I've heard the Bluetooth distance is short.
Bear
Don't know yet.
Where would one put the AMPS in this new 2.5 model? Can you put it on top of the bottom tray if you're not using it?