Pit Boss 850 Navigator

A Pit Boss 850 Navigator review has one clear answer: this is the best pellet grill in our guide for feeding a crowd, and it ranks number four of nine overall. The Navigator PB850M runs on 100% all-natural hardwood pellets, offers 932 square inches of total cooking space, and holds a 30 pound hopper of fuel. At $799.99, it scores 4.6 stars from 67 Amazon ratings. Choose it if you host parties, cook several briskets at once, or want WiFi and Bluetooth control across a 180°F to 500°F range. Skip it if your patio is tight or you mostly grill for two.

The headline numbers translate into real cooking room. In practice, 932 square inches means you can load several racks of ribs alongside sides without shuffling grates, and the folding front and side shelf adds prep space plus tool hooks when you need them. A 30 pound hopper with a viewing window lets you watch fuel levels during a long brisket, so refills are rare. Fan-forced convection circulates heat for consistent indirect cooking, and the digital LCD controller holds 180°F to 500°F. Meanwhile, the flame broiler lever opens direct flame for quick sears, while WiFi and Bluetooth plus the included meat probe let you track temperatures from your phone. The easy-access grease tray contains runoff, and the porcelain-coated steel interior wipes down more easily than bare metal.

Value is where the Pit Boss 850 Navigator earns its place in the guide. For $799.99 you get capacity and connectivity that cost more from other brands, though the 175 pound weight and 58.7 inch width demand genuine patio space. However, only 67 shoppers have rated it, so the long term track record is thinner than the 2,472 ratings behind the Traeger Pro 22. By contrast, the Z GRILLS ZPG-450A2 costs less than half as much for smaller cooks. Even so, the 5 year warranty and the 30 pound hopper make this a sensible pick for anyone cooking for ten people or more. If you feed a crowd, order the Pit Boss 850 Navigator.