Customer reviews from oklahomajoes.com
Char-Broil - Longhorn Reverse Flow Offset Smoker and Charcoal Grill - Black
Average customer rating
3.9
(70 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 70 reviews
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
9
1 Star
6
72%of customers recommend this product.
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44 out of
61)
Customer Reviews for Char-Broil - Longhorn Reverse Flow Offset Smoker and Charcoal Grill - Black
Customer Rating
5
Very pleased with performance
on April 27, 2019
Posted by: Mr Meat
from Ovilla, Texas
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:3 months
Purcahsed 10 months ago. No problem maintaining 220-260 degrees with initial charcoal to start then hardwoods. Baffle trays help divert heat throughout. If any improvement make the charcoal wood basket in heavier gauge.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 18, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Educate yourself
on September 20, 2021
Posted by: GrillSgt603
from New Hampshire
Gender:Male
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:1 month
Hey folks. I've read a bunch of the reviews on this site as well as others. I did my research, watched various YouTube videos and still decided to by this. It's my first one and I'm glad I did my research. I'm super happy with this! When I smoke meat, I babysit the fire and enjoy my day with a cold brew. This isn't a fire-and-forget pellet smoker. It involves work. You want quality food? Do your homework and learn how to use this tool. Sure, some paint may peel because of the heat but just spray some vegetable oil on those parts (like a cast iron pan) to prevent rust. Parts warped? No, you just didn't follow the instructions or watch an unboxing video. The ONLY recommendations I could give to Oklahoma Joe's is to brace the firebox better so it doesn't sag and provide a drain bucket. Otherwise, take care of your equipment, learn it, use it the RIGHT way, and you'll be pleased with the results. #grillsgt603
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 15, 2024
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Posted by: Hawkeye76
from DSM, IA
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 month
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've smoked 3 times since getting it a month ago. So far, so good. I did take the advice of several other reviewers and make the modifications (high temp caulking, add'l temp gauge, door latches, & primary door gasket,) Without these, it would be a different smoker. After assembling, the primary door was a bit wonky with a gap of about 1/4" at its widest. That's a lot of heat & smoke loss. Door latches fix that asap.
Definitely cover the baffles with aluminum foil to make clean up much easier. Drippings will bake on otherwise and it's like cleaning an oven after years of neglect. Also, purchase the baby drip bucket to avoid a mess all over the ground around the smoker. (OK Joes' should just include this and price it into the smoker) It definitely runs warmer up top versus at the rack/meat level so I may be adding temp gauges at meat level for more precision as another reviewer suggest. I've been able to control temp and the smoking process very well, including on a windy day. Seems to be built well and assembled in about 30 minutes. Another 30-45 for the modifications, but worth it if you want this smoker to perform really well.
I'm very happy and look forward to all the smoking in my future! Definitely a great purchase and will be worth your investment!
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 18, 2024
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Customer Rating
2
Disappointment
on June 8, 2023
Posted by: wolfmanyoda
from Midwest
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 week
I assembled this a few days ago and right out of the box the wheels were so chipped they looked used. Then I seasoned it according to the directions and the firebox paint bubbled and peeled right off. Super disappointed. I bought this to replace a 15-yr old generic smoker that never peeled, although with age it developed rust that I had to deal with. I thought a respected name brand like Oklahoma Joe would have been superior in quality, but it was just superior in price, it seems.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 2, 2024
Whenever an issue is encountered give us a call at 1-800-318-7744 and we'll be able to further investigate and help.
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Posted by: Chico48
from Texas
Gender:Male
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:1 week
Verified Purchase:Yes
Ordered this longhorn reverse smoker because I owned a highland offset years ago but decided to go with a pellet smoker. Biggest mistake ever! Gave the highland to my son which he loves,by the way! And gave the pellet smoker away free! Just didn't give the smoke flavor that I wanted in my briskets. Now I have the longhorn reverse made my first brisket on it and it was the best brisket that I have ever cooked! It was so good there was none left! I will be a continuing costumer of oklahoma joes smokers.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 18, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
4 Years Old and still going ;-}
on September 10, 2021
Posted by: M. Wald
from Racine, WI.
Gender:Male
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:6 months
I put oil on the fire box after using it to keep rust of, no rust on my pit.
I sealed it up and there is on leaks and did some other updates to make the way I need it for me.
I can run 225* for over 3 hour not a problem, all way run it in Reverse Flow.
I do a lot of low and slow cooking.
I love this Pit, the best one I have had.
I sealed it up and there is on leaks and did some other updates to make the way I need it for me.
I can run 225* for over 3 hour not a problem, all way run it in Reverse Flow.
I do a lot of low and slow cooking.
I love this Pit, the best one I have had.
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 16, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Great home smoker!
on May 24, 2021
Posted by: Wiles
from Midwest
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:6 months
Finally stepped up front cheaper box store models and bought this.
I've had it a few years now and is perfect for family gatherings and small to medium catering jobs. Looking at the bronco pro next.
I've had it a few years now and is perfect for family gatherings and small to medium catering jobs. Looking at the bronco pro next.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy SME, January 17, 2024
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Customer Rating
1
Need to do better with the paint
on April 12, 2025
Posted by: KC42
Gender:Male
Level of expertise:Intermediate
Length of ownership:1 week
Put it together yesterday and did a seasoning on it and the paint/coating started to smoke and bubble up. Once it was cool it flaked off. This is my 2 nd smoker the first one is a Longhorn combo. Had it for 4 years, it, never once flaked or bubbled the paint.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from oklahomajoes.comBy Alex, Customer Care, May 15, 2025
"Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We take your concerns seriously and would love to hear more about what went wrong. Please reach out to us at 1-800-318-7744 so we can improve your experience."
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