So many of our friends have Traeger grills and none of them are happy with them.  I read the reviews for this grill and we decided to go for the underdog and we couldn't be happier!!!!  Not a single problem with it! It keeps the temperature constant, easy to operate and clean and the end product is amazing!  This Z-grill makes us novices feel like professionals!  Move away from the 'norm' and try the best!!