We purchased a smoker that uses the logs and it is so uneven in it's cooking and was super smokey.  This smoker is the best!  After reading the reviews was so excited to try it once it finally arrived and it does not disappoint.  It cooks everything perfect from meats, to fish, to veggies.  We use it about 5 times a week.  My only recommendation is do not try to speed up the cooking by turning the temp up.  Low and slow works best.