Name: 450B 2026 UPGRADE
Brand: Z Grills
Rating: 4.93 (487 reviews)

Z Grills 450B 2026 UPGRADE wood pellet grill and smoker

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4.9487 reviews

Customers love: Smoky wood-fired flavor on chops and chicken, Simple controls for first-timers

$399 $629

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Your First Step Into Wood-Fired Flavor.

The Z Grills 450B delivers pro-level precision and big flavor at an unbeatable value. With a reliable PID controller, versatile 8-in-1 cooking, and a thoughtful design, it’s the best choice for anyone starting their wood pellet grilling journey.

Features

PID 3.1 Digital Controller for consistent, precise temperatures
459 sq. in. cooking space — ideal for small families or everyday grilling
Hopper cleanout makes flavor swaps and pellet removal quick and easy
18 lb hopper capacity perfectly sized for everyday cooks without constant refills
Grease management system funnels grease into a bucket for hassle-free cleanup
Includes 2 meat probes for accurate temperature monitoring
All-terrain wheels with locking casters make it easy to move across patios, decks, or yards
Durable steel construction built for season-after-season performance
8-in-1 versatility — smoke, grill, bake, roast, sear, braise, BBQ & char-grill

Z Grills offers fast shipping and ships online orders within the continental U.S. We do not ship to Hawaii, Alaska and P.O. Boxes.

Estimated delivery in 3-8 business days after processing.

Orders with multiple items may be shipped in separate packages to speed up delivery.

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We stand by our products and our customers. All Z Grills pellet grills come with a robust 3-year warranty. If you have any questions about your grill, our technical support team have your back.

We’re thrilled to have you as a Z Grills customer! We want you to be happy with your products. If you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase from Zgrills.com, you can return it for a replacement, exchange, or refund at any time within 30 days of purchase. Read our return policy here.

Get lifetime access to dedicated customer care — including personalized support from Zack at service@zgrills.com.

Download your grill’s manual anytime for quick reference. Have a WiFi model? We’ve got step-by-step connection guides, too.

Download Z GRILLS 450B Pellet Grill's Manual [PDF]

ALL THE ESSENTIALS. BUILT FOR VALUE.

Essential features. Legendary performance. Praised by Forbes, CNET, and more.

Z Grills is one of the new high-tech do-it-all pellet smokers that is perfect for traditional BBQ but also grills, bakes, roasts, braises, and sears, and does all of these easily

There has been some online musing that Z Grills could be a Traeger killer (Traeger being the biggest name in pellet grills) by offering solid equipment at much lower cost. I found it to be just that.

This grill exceeded my expectations in terms of accuracy and temperature swing.

It’s a wood pellet grill that can both smoke and sear, making it one of the most efficient backyard grills available.

Rock-Solid Precision. Effortless Control

Our industry leading PID 3.1 controller automatically adjusts heat to maintain your set temperature within just 5°F — ensuring rock-solid precision and consistently perfect results, every time. It heats up fast and stays steady, even with the lid open or in cold weather. From quick weeknight meals to slow-smoked feasts, perfect grilling has never been easier — no guesswork, just great results.

Manual Feed Feature

Manual feed system helps the grill heat up faster and brings the grill back up to temperature quickly after opening the lid.

Quick Flavor Changes. Easy Cleanup

Quickly and easily switch flavors or collect unused pellets all at once. The built-in hopper cleanout lets you empty your hopper with ease — no hassle, no mess.

Grease Management System

Our slotted grease pan funnels grease into a bucket for an easy, hassle-free cleanup.

SmokeZone™: Boost The Smoky Flavor

Between 160–200°F, hardwood pellets smolder to create rich, steady smoke. At 180°F, smoke flavor peaks—perfect for developing bark and smoke rings.

Z GRILLS DIFFERENCE

Lifetime Customer Support

Whether you need help on a holiday or tips for your next brisket, our team is always here — real people, real answers.

EFFORTLESS GRILLING

From smart temperature control to easy cleanout, every feature is designed to make grilling effortless — so you can focus on the flavor.

Reliable Warranty

Enjoy peace of mind with 3 years of dependable coverage — a solid promise that we stand behind every grill we build.

Built to Last

Heavy-duty construction and premium finishes ensure your grill performs season after season — no matter the weather or the cook.

Unmatched Wood Flavor

Professional pitmasters choose wood pellets for one reason: unmatched flavor. Fueled by 100% hardwood, Z Grills delivers rich, smoky aroma gas and charcoal can’t match. Grill, smoke, bake, roast, and more — all on one versatile grill.

Incredible Value

Z Grills pellet grills offer exceptional versatility and durability at a fair price. Designed for everyday grillers who want pro-level performance, without the premium markup.

SPECS THAT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

Get the full picture: from surface area to temp range. Built for serious grilling.

Total Rack Surface Area (sq. in.)

459

Upper Rack Area (sq. in.)

128

Lower Rack Area (sq. in.)

331

Hopper Size (lbs)

Height of Cooking Surface to Lid (in.)

Temperature Range (°F)

160-450

Grill Lid

High temperature powder coated steel

Assembled Dimensions (in.)

43 L × 24 W × 47 H

Assembled Weight (lbs)

Assembly Time (Min)

30-45

WHY CHOOSE Z GRILLS?

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

30+ Years

30+ Years of Grill Craftsmanship

85 Million+

Trusted by Over 85 Million Cooks

Award-Winning

Rated 2025 Best Pellet Grill by Forbes & CNET

200,000+ Units

Sold Worldwide to Backyard Grillers & Pros

14,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Verified Feedback from Real Customers

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IN THE BOX

450B Pellet Grill

x 1

Grill Cover

x 1

Meat Probes

x 2

Assembly Gloves

x 1

Manual

x 1

Recipe E-book

x 1

Customer Reviews

Based on 487 reviews

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97% of 181 reviews mentioning taste described smoky wood-fired flavor on juicy pork chops and chicken quarters

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“I did an overnight smoke on a pork shoulder, 15 hrs. Low and slow” Willis B.
“I have used smoker 4 times on spatchcock chicken, spare ribs, pork chops, pork butt, smoker works perfect” RICHARD M.
“I used my new 450B for the first 7 days, cooked a turkey, Hamburgers, Ribeye, Whole Chicken, Brisket, Pork roast and Ribs all came out better than I ever expected !” Peter J.
“I've never made a better burger on a grill, and I've been grilling for over 40 years.” Steven O.
“I took my new PIONEER 450B on it's maiden voyage cooking a whopping 22-lb spatchcocked turkey for Thanksgiving dinner for our whole family, and it delivered in spectacular fashion.” Anthony C.
“My first attempt at cooking were two porterhouses. They were done to perfection (medium rare) and had a nice light smoke flavor.” Frederick N.
“Smoke the ribs for about 6 hours and OMG they were amazing.” Eve C.
“I have absolutely no smoking skills … it’s the best brisket I’ve ever had. Everything I’ve cooked in it has come out so perfect!” eliness
“I filled the hopper, set my temp probes and 6 hours later, perfection.” Patrick G.
“smoker works great. I’ve cooked brisket, ribs, burgers, steak and queso” jeffrey h.
“I love the ease of the grill cooked pork ribs and then beef ribs and chicken thighs all came out beautifully like I’ve been grilling for years” Joshua E.
“My first attempt was a rack of ribs. Again, I followed a YouTube recipe that included my exact grill and they came out perfect!” David D.
“Ive made Tri Tip, bison burgers, chicken wings and have dino ribs on the smoke today.” Francisco
“I got this to complement my propane grill as it is too hot to do any slow cooked items like baby back ribs or roasts.” John M.
“I grilled burgers and shrimp on it, and also smoked trout, jerky, and a pork shoulder over the long weekend.” Shawn S.

80% of 162 reviews mentioning setup described assembly as easy and straightforward, going together without difficulty

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“As far as the assembly it was very easy following the directions and took around 45 minutes to install” Trent B.
“Assembly was very easy -- took me alone about 45 minutes.” Jordan P.
“In just half an hour my wife and I put it together and we did it's initial fire up.” Aaron N.
“Very easy to assemble.” JAY D.
“Easy to put together, easy to use” John B.
“there are several YouTube videos created by Z Grill lovers that explained all the set up and how to prep the grill for first time use” David D.
“The grill itself was easy to put together and set up.” John M.
“Simple to use and set up. Start up period is easy” Matthew K.
“Super easy to set up and use. The controls are very intuitive, and the instructions are easy to follow.” Mark O.
“The grill went together quickly and looks well made.” Kevin F.
“First fire up and burn worked very well...first smoke was ribs and they were very good as well...everything worked just fine” jay h.
“Putting it together was not hard and following the instructions on a burn was easy” Donald G.
“i followed all instructions for burning it in and it worked perfectly. Temp reached 500 degrees during burn in” Larry T.
“In doing a 1 man assembly, getting the legs on was a challenge. The rest of the build went very smoothly.” Steven S.
“Assembly......NIGHTMARE!!!!! Suggest you have 4 men, a team from MIT and plenty of alcohol ready before trying to assemble.” Richard C.

88% of 128 reviews mentioning ease of use described simple controls a first-timer can set and leave to cook unattended

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“this has been the first time Ive ever smoked meat in my life. It makes it so easy it’s almost impossible to fail” Christian G.
“This is my first time ever using a smoker … Great smoke flavor, and so easy to do.” John L.
“But it was set and forget for my 3 hour long pork **** test. The set and forget part is EXCELLENT!” John P.
“Simple to use, heats up quick, and delicious flavor. This is my first-ever smoker, and my first time using said smoker, and I could not be happier.” Anthony C.
“I've had other brands, and the controller on this grill is by far the easiest to use, and worked just as it's supposed to.” Aaron N.
“First time ever using a smoker, I was nervous at first but this pellet grill eased my concerns” Tyler H.
“First timer using a pellet grill.” Francisco
“It is easy to use as well, at least as easy as my propane grill.” John M.
“easy to use for the novice” Michael G.
“It is easy to use and with two included probes it is easy to get just the right temperature for your meat” Gary B.
“This is my first pellet grill and I have to say it has knocked my grilling experience up a notch. The automation, ease and incredible taste has gotten me back to outdoor cooking again!” Richard R.
“As someone new to the pellet grill scene … Easy to get great results with these units.” Richard G.
“You don't have to stand over it.” Robert P.
“I eventually learned that pellets are inserted about every 90 seconds.” Harry B.
“There is a definite learning curve coming from a propane grill.” Douglas S.

Why it’s worth it

92% of 83 reviews mentioning temperature control described quick heat-up and steady set temperatures held throughout the cook

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“did (2)12 hour cooks so far and zero complaints” Jeannine G.
“Temperature held constant in somewhat windy conditions.” Joshua L.
“holds the temperature perfect, not even 1 degree off the set temperature at 50 degrees outside and windy. Have never seen a Traeger that could equal that.” Gary Z.
“The smoker was easy to use temperature and probes (came with 2 probes) were very accurate.” Becky S.
“Used it for the first time in 15 degree weather and it held its temp during the smoking of short ribs.” Sergio C.
“I have used it in -1 temperature and still perform perfectly” Jason J.
“Temperature has stayed right on the money even though my firs two cooks have been when the air temperature was in the mid 30’s” Brian G.
“even with the temperature in the forties the unit held a consistent temperature” Gregory Z.
“It was 37 degrees outside, but the smoker held its temperature at 250 degrees.” John L.
“My first cook was with outside temperatures at 28degrees. Using my heat blanket, it rose to the occasion and consistently held 250degrees, no problem.” J. C.
“It heats up relatively fast, even in freezing and windy temperatures, and manages to stay consistent at the set temperature” B S.
“The PID controller indicated a solid, consistent temperature, and the probes were never more than 1-2 degrees apart throughout the 1:15 cooking time needed to reach 180.” Phil C.
“The temperature held steady to within 5°.” Michael H.
“I found the internal temp tracked within +- 5 degrees of the digital display.” Bruce S.
“I've cooked like 6 meals and I must say the pellet stove worked perfect. everytime, the temperature was perfect even when I used the temperature probs!” Ronald S.

91% of 34 reviews mentioning build quality described a solid, heavy, well-built body that feels sturdy once assembled

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“My first one needs parts after 6 years.” Manlio M.
“I have had mines for a little over a year. It’s a beast. I love it. I haven’t had any problems with it.” Pail
“super affordable and very good quality” Corey K.
“I was very impressed with the quality of the materials and how sturdy it was” Michael S.
“Pretty impressed with the quality of the unit. Coming from a lower model traeger this thing is built well” adam w.
“Even had it fall down a small hill with some crazy wind and everything works still!” Sean A.
“As a retired machinist and quality control inspector I was very impressed by the quality of design and manufacture of every component of the 450B grill” Paul B.
“I am very impressed with the overall quality of this smoker. It is heavy and well made. All the holes lined up and the powder coating is a great add.” Bruce S.
“really well built for our adverse Montana weather” Dustin G.
“you could probably hit with a sledgehammer (only joking) and it wouldn’t be fazed” Mark N.
“Well designed. Medium gauge metal. Should last many years. Nothing to rot or burn through.” J W.
“I needed a new grill and wanted a basic but well built pellet smoker. The 450B fits the bill.” Patrick M.
“legs are sturdy and steel seems thicker than my traeger also” Jim D.
“And I feel like it’s well-made.” Marco A.
“The only downfall I can say is the wheels seem cheap and I move mine around a lot so I’m not sure how long those will last.” Stuart B.

76% of 33 reviews mentioning arrival condition described quick shipping with parts securely wrapped and undamaged on arrival

81% of 21 reviews mentioning cleaning described quick routine cleanup, with a rear clean-out door for swapping pellet flavors

11 of 12 reviews mentioning how it compares described sturdier hinges and fire plate than pricier competing pellet grills

Reed F.Verified BuyerUnited States

New review

Very satisfied with the grill overall but really wish I had went with the next size up. Will upgrade when time to.

Sep 7, 2026

Frank K.Verified BuyerUnited States

Great smoker /Grill

It was good the only thing is there is not a lot of room on the top shelf now that I seen this one I wish I would got a bigger one but thanks god I get more so the next upgrade will be the bigger one

Aug 27, 2026

William S.Verified BuyerUnited States

Awesome

This grill is awesome I cooked ribs on the first time and they turned out great can't wait to do a brisket next time

Aug 16, 2026

jeffrey h.Verified BuyerUnited States

Amazing

Great price, smoker works great. I’ve cooked brisket, ribs, burgers, steak and queso

Aug 10, 2026

Leigh S.Verified BuyerUnited States

Love it

We absolutely love it. Everything we have made has been amazing. We now wake up everyday saying “what are we smoking for dinner today!” Thanks for a great product

Jul 28, 2026

MissyVerified BuyerUnited States

I bought this for my husband and he loves it

Jul 14, 2026

Maurice L.Verified BuyerUnited States

Great grill great deal

My z grill is great! And the 5 yr replacement deal helped me make up my mind while shopping. Much better than the competition

Jul 3, 2026

Joshua E.Verified BuyerUnited States

First smoker ever

I love the ease of the grill cooked pork ribs and then beef ribs and chicken thighs all came out beautifully like I’ve been grilling for years

Jun 24, 2026

DamienVerified BuyerUnited States

Love the product! Already started smoking meats and making deserts! Works great even in the rain too!!

Jun 21, 2026

Tyler H.Verified BuyerUnited States

Fantastic experience using the smoker. First time ever using a smoker, I was nervous at first but this pellet grill eased my concerns and now I can't stop using it

Jun 16, 2026

Madyson A.Verified BuyerUnited States

Great!

Fast shipping. Easy to assemble and cooks great!

Jun 16, 2026

LeeVerified BuyerUnited States

Cooks great foods

May 26, 2026

Will F.Verified BuyerUnited States

Easy to use

It has been great

May 20, 2026

JAY D.Verified BuyerUnited States

First review

I have assembled my grill and tested auger and heating rod . Will load with pellets and do first burn off. Very easy to assemble. Looks to be good build quality. So far very happy with this grill.

May 18, 2026

Tad D.Verified BuyerUnited States

Great little grill.

Easy to put together. Great little grill.

May 11, 2026

Shop with Confidence

450B 2026 UPGRADE

Optional Add-ons

RESTAURANT-QUALITY RESULTS. UNBEATABLE VALUE

ALL THE ESSENTIALS. BUILT FOR VALUE.

Rock-Solid Precision. Effortless Control

Manual Feed Feature

Quick Flavor Changes. Easy Cleanup

Grease Management System

SmokeZone™: Boost The Smoky Flavor

Z GRILLS DIFFERENCE

Lifetime Customer Support

EFFORTLESS GRILLING

Reliable Warranty

Built to Last

Unmatched Wood Flavor

Incredible Value

SPECS THAT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

WHY CHOOSE Z GRILLS?

JOIN 22,000+ GRILLERS ON FACEBOOK GROUP

IN THE BOX

Customer Reviews

Will my food taste great?

Is it easy to set up?

Is it easy to use?

Why it’s worth it

Will it hold temperature steadily?

Is the build quality durable and long-lasting?

Will it arrive in good condition?

Is it easy to clean?

How does it compare to Traeger and other big brands?

New review

Great smoker /Grill

Awesome

Amazing

Love it

Great grill great deal

First smoker ever

Great!

Easy to use

First review

Great little grill.

Will my food taste great?

Is it easy to set up?

Is it easy to use?

Will it hold temperature steadily?

Is the build quality durable and long-lasting?

How does it compare to Traeger and other big brands?

Is the blind box worth it?

How responsive and helpful is Z Grills customer service when you contact them?

Are the buy-one-get-multiple-free and five-year grill renewal offers legitimate and clearly explained?

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Will my food taste great?

Is it easy to set up?

Is it easy to use?

Why it’s worth it

Will it hold temperature steadily?

Is the build quality durable and long-lasting?

Will it arrive in good condition?

Is it easy to clean?

How does it compare to Traeger and other big brands?

New review

Great smoker /Grill

Awesome

Amazing

Love it

Great grill great deal

First smoker ever

Great!