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Traeger Grills - Woodridge Elite Pellet Grill - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(69 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 69 reviews
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93%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Traeger Grills - Woodridge Elite Pellet Grill - Black
Customer Rating
5
Holiday grilling for 5 straight days. A WIN for me
on May 29, 2025
Posted by: Robert SD
from San Diego
Verified Purchase:Yes
I grill on average 4 times a week and I recently purchased my 4th Traeger. This past holiday weekend I put my Woodbridge Elite Pellet grill through the paces. Starting with the build. The build was smooth and the parts seem to be of good quality. Grilling was good and the heat seemed balanced. Clean up with this grill is a breeze. Clean up is the one area I always felt could us improvement. Searing was easy, smoking was flavorful, simple hamburgers and dogs and warm buns was an easy, even grilling experience. Grease no problem as it had been on my previous Traeger grills
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Posted by: Colton M
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great smoker. Works awesome! I would definitely recommend. Especially if you’re smoking a lot of meat at once.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
excellent for first timers
on December 17, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
from Nashville, TN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this recently as I began my journey into smoking meats. this has been so easy to setup, cook, smoke, and clean. the APP makes it almost fool proof. the food has turned out amazing each time. It has made me a believer and wanting to smoke or cook on it for everything now.
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Customer Rating
5
Our New Favorite Grill
on December 27, 2024
Posted by: David Lindow
from Leavenworth KS
This has been our go-to grill for months now! It provides incredible wood-fired-flavor with an easy to use Wi-Fi app. Easy start and shutdown with a very large control screen. It also has no-hassle clean up with the grease and ash keg. Would highly recommend.
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Customer Rating
5
A game changer
on April 3, 2025
Posted by: Hunter Eads
from GA
Traeger Woodridge Elite Smoker Pellet Grill
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
As someone who takes grilling and smoking seriously, I’ve had my fair share of experiences with different types of grills. But the moment I fired up the Traeger Woodridge Elite, I knew this was something special. This grill isn’t just another backyard cooker—it’s a masterpiece of craftsmanship, innovation, and convenience. Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or a weekend warrior, the Woodridge Elite is designed to elevate your barbecue game effortlessly.
Unboxing & Setup – Smooth and Straightforward
Right out of the box, Traeger makes sure you’re off to a great start. The packaging was well-thought-out, with all components securely packed. Assembly was straightforward, thanks to the detailed instructions. Within an hour, I had it fully set up and ready to season.
Design & Build – Built to Impress
One of the first things you’ll notice is the premium construction. The Woodridge Elite features high-quality steel, a sturdy chassis, and a sleek, modern design that looks fantastic on any patio. The lid seals tightly, ensuring excellent heat retention, and the side shelf and storage space are practical additions that every grillmaster will appreciate.
Performance – Precision and Perfection
This is where the Woodridge Elite truly shines. The WiFIRE® technology allows you to control the grill’s temperature from your smartphone, which means no more babysitting your meat. The D2® Direct Drive system ensures consistent heat and smoke output, giving you that perfect wood-fired flavor every single time.
Key performance highlights:
✅ Temperature Control – Rock-solid stability, holding temps within ±5°F.
✅ Versatility – Grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and BBQ all in one.
✅ Efficiency – The auger system feeds pellets smoothly, reducing waste.
✅ Ease of Use – The auto-start ignition and digital controls make it foolproof.
✅ Temperature Control – Rock-solid stability, holding temps within ±5°F.
✅ Versatility – Grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and BBQ all in one.
✅ Efficiency – The auger system feeds pellets smoothly, reducing waste.
✅ Ease of Use – The auto-start ignition and digital controls make it foolproof.
Flavor & Results – Pure Wood-Fired Excellence
The first cook I tested was a rack of baby back ribs, and I was blown away. The rich, smoky aroma, the even cooking, and the tender, fall-off-the-bone texture were absolutely spot on. I’ve since smoked briskets, reverse-seared ribeyes, and even baked a wood-fired pizza—everything has turned out phenomenal.
Cleanup – Hassle-Free Maintenance
Cleaning up after a cook is usually the part nobody enjoys, but Traeger makes it simple. The grease management system works efficiently, and the easy-to-remove ash pan makes pellet disposal a breeze. A quick brush-down of the grates, and you’re good to go.
Final Thoughts – Worth Every Penny
If you’re looking for a premium pellet grill that delivers incredible performance, consistency, and versatility, the Traeger Woodridge Elite is worth every dollar. It’s perfect for anyone who wants restaurant-quality barbecue at home with minimal effort.
Traeger has done a phenomenal job with this grill, and I’d love the opportunity to continue testing and reviewing their lineup. If you’re considering upgrading your outdoor cooking setup, this grill is a no-brainer.
Would I Recommend It?
100% YES! Whether you’re a backyard griller or a competition-level pitmaster, this grill will not disappoint.
Traeger, if you’re reading this—I’d love to work together on future reviews!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Posted by: Sensei
from Woodscross, UT
Verified Purchase:Yes
Absolutely worth the wait!! Huge grilling area super easy to clean love the storage space and hooks to hang all my tools and how not to mention the side burner that makes it easy to smoke and work your sauces at the same time!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Customer Rating
2
Poor construction and design
on April 20, 2025
Posted by: Jjosh
from Billings mt
I use my smoker almost daily. Mostly brisket, reverse searing, prime, and ribs. Traded in My PB for the New elite model and I wish I wouldn't have. The side wall gap between the lid and the barrel is 1/2" or greater allowing for heat loss throughout the entire lid. Is there a way to insulate and seal that lid seam along the entirety of it? Lid construction is poor at best. Checked with floor models at multiple locations and found the same gap issue on them all. Smoked a chuck roast at 250°f and it took over 16 hrs to hit temp. The sear plate is nice, and so is the cabinet space. Other than that, I wish I would have gone with a better built model. May return if the store will still let me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from traegergrills.comBy Traeger Grills, Traeger, April 22, 2025
We appreciate your comments in regards your Woodridge Elite grill functionality. The Woodridge Series is designed to be the new entry point grill for Traeger. Careful care has been given to the Woodridge design so that it upholds the same quality as Traeger's premium grills. Woodridge Series grills use a 3-inch RTD instead of a thermocouple. The RTD probe was perfected in Traeger's earlier grills. We highly recommend you reach out through us by calling 1-800-TRAEGER for further questions about this topic.
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com
Posted by: Anonymous
from Savannah, Georgia
Verified Purchase:Yes
Smoking always seemed so daunting. Add wood, increase air, decrease air etc etc. But I took the leap and bought the Woodbridge Elite and have never been happier! Made 3-2-1 ribs on first cook and Wow! Easy! And by far the best ribs we’ve ever eaten. Then I tried bacon wrapped stuffed chicken breasts. Again… Perfection! Tomorrow is a 15 lb pork butt. I’m already excited! This beast makes smoking simple! It’s the difference between baking in a campfire vs. using my Wolf Oven. Absolutely love this Woodbridge Elite!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting traegergrills.com