I have used the unit daily for a week now and I find the pellet grill to be easy to operate and clean.  The temperature range is adequate for smoking meats and can do a decent wood-fired pizza, 150-550 deg. F.  Unlike my other smokers and grills, I simply load pellets in the hopper, no checking water pans or adding charcoal.  A feature of this grill that is surprisingly good is the grease drain, it works well with fatty meats like hamburger.  The unit assembled easily with one person.  I do recommend this smoker/grill.