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Traeger Grills - Ranger Wood Pellet Grill - Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(148 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 148 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
14
3 Stars
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2 Stars
6
1 Star
21
78%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Traeger Grills - Ranger Wood Pellet Grill - Black
Posted by: Experienced Traeger Guy
from Missouri
Verified Purchase:Yes
Followed the break-in directions but the Ranger didn't. The auger would not turn on. I did a regular start up and got it going. Heats up fast and it should as small as it is. It will be great for our travel trailer.
Response from traegergrills.comBy Traeger Grills, Traeger, April 25, 2024
Hi, and thank you for your review of the Traeger Ranger. The initial seasoning/break-in process and a regular startup procedure really do the same thing, except there’s no food inside during seasoning. However, due to the extremely slow rotation speed, and because the auger spends more time paused than it does turning, it can easily look like it is not working, especially within the first few minutes of turning it on. But anytime you have questions like this on your Ranger, you can always call Traeger Customer Service. An agent will be happy to answer all of your questions and address any concerns you may have regarding the grill.
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Posted by: DCox
from Florida
Verified Purchase:Yes
This grill, as most, has a learning curve. I have had it for 3 weeks and have managed to understand temperature in it. As yet, I am trying to understand cooking times as I seem to have most things I cook are ready to remove and rest earlier than expected. I have been extremely satisfied and simply fault myself for the less than perfect results I have had. Of 6 entrees I have tried, only one was entirely unsuccessful.
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Customer Rating
1
JUNK
on January 10, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
from California
Tried to burn up during break-in and doesn’t hold temps. I love my Traeger at home, some one should be fired for how bad this one is. Be better off just rubbing 2 sticks together. What a waste. Back to LP for camping.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from traegergrills.comBy Traeger Grills, Traeger, January 12, 2026
Hi Bryce, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Portable grills like the Ranger take a bit longer to settle on the set temperature and can fluctuate around 25°F above or below your target during a cook. Because of the smaller size, placing food too close to the RTD can make the temperature read lower than it actually is. Starting the grill on SMOKE or the lowest temperature and letting it peak before closing the lid helps it stabilize more quickly. Once it settles, you can increase to your desired cooking temperature and allow it to preheat fully. Following proper startup and placement steps will help your Ranger run more consistently and deliver the results you expect. If you would like further guidance or want us to review the behavior of your grill, please give us a call at 1-800-TRAEGER.
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Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Customer Rating
1
Auger fire all the time - Ranger
on February 22, 2026
Posted by: Bill Sombody
I get an auger fire almost every time I use my Ranger grill and I clean it out with a vacuum every time. Garbage design, needs a deeper fire pit, junk.
Response from traegergrills.comBy Traeger Grills, Traeger, February 22, 2026
Hi Bill, thanks for sharing your experience.
We would like to understand a bit more about what is happening. When you mention an auger fire, does it occur during startup or while cooking? Even with regular vacuuming, buildup in the firepot or grease tray can affect airflow. Please make sure the firepot, drip tray, and chimney cap are fully clean and properly positioned.
Fresh, dry pellets also make a big difference. Pellets that have absorbed moisture can burn inconsistently and cause flare ups. It is also important to confirm all internal components are seated correctly after cleaning.
Give us a call at +1-800-TRAEGER so we can review this step by step and help you get consistent performance.
TRAEGER
We would like to understand a bit more about what is happening. When you mention an auger fire, does it occur during startup or while cooking? Even with regular vacuuming, buildup in the firepot or grease tray can affect airflow. Please make sure the firepot, drip tray, and chimney cap are fully clean and properly positioned.
Fresh, dry pellets also make a big difference. Pellets that have absorbed moisture can burn inconsistently and cause flare ups. It is also important to confirm all internal components are seated correctly after cleaning.
Give us a call at +1-800-TRAEGER so we can review this step by step and help you get consistent performance.
TRAEGER
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com