Hey all,
I have a 18.5" WSM that has done quite well so far, but there are times where I'm fiddling with the vents to get the temps locked in. I have the stock door but it's well seasoned and doesn't leak much. My brother recently got a Rec Tec smoker and I'm a bit jealous of the "set and forget" ability of it. I'm at the point where I'd like to get an ATC for my WSM and I'm wondering where I should spend my money. The Fireboard 2 seems to be the best ATC on the market, but also the most expensive. The Heater Meter on the other hand, seems like a more affordable option that does just as much as the Fireboard 2. However, it seems the Heater Meter (even if you get the "pre-assembled" kit) requires a fair bit of tinkering. What does the group think? I've also looked at going with the Auber ATC (non-wifi version) for the costs and simplicity, but have read of quality concerns with bad cables/power supplies.
Thanks,
Ryan
I have a 18.5" WSM that has done quite well so far, but there are times where I'm fiddling with the vents to get the temps locked in. I have the stock door but it's well seasoned and doesn't leak much. My brother recently got a Rec Tec smoker and I'm a bit jealous of the "set and forget" ability of it. I'm at the point where I'd like to get an ATC for my WSM and I'm wondering where I should spend my money. The Fireboard 2 seems to be the best ATC on the market, but also the most expensive. The Heater Meter on the other hand, seems like a more affordable option that does just as much as the Fireboard 2. However, it seems the Heater Meter (even if you get the "pre-assembled" kit) requires a fair bit of tinkering. What does the group think? I've also looked at going with the Auber ATC (non-wifi version) for the costs and simplicity, but have read of quality concerns with bad cables/power supplies.
Thanks,
Ryan