Could not be happier with the 780. The new digital display makes it super easy to program. It uses fewer pellets than expected and olds a consistent temp far better than its predecessor. Grease really cooks to the drip pan, so I would highly recommend getting the drip pan liners. Assembly took about an hour, was super simple, and for some reason beer tasted better during it all. You might think you don’t need all the bells and whistles but I guarantee you will be glad you did. A good grill master should have the tools to match the skill.