Like many of us, I have had many grills; different fuels, different designs. I burned out the insides of every one of them. Did they cook well? They were OK. I decided to do some research on latest grilling/roasting/smoking tech, and came to a conclusion---Kamado Joe! This is a GREAT grill/roaster/smoker. Getting away from gas and back to the great taste of lump charcoal in a great appliance is a pleasure. Easy to light and clean out, food comes out juicy, smokey and flavorful. What more would I ask for? Thanks Joe!!