The Pit Boss 700FB is part of the Pit Boss line of wood pellet grills, which are known for their versatility, durability, and ease of use. What sets the 700FB apart is its perfect size for both casual backyard cooks and more serious BBQ enthusiasts. With a total cooking area of 700 square inches, this grill provides ample space to cook for a large family gathering or weekend BBQ party.
This grill operates on 100% hardwood pellets, providing that rich, authentic smoke flavor to all your favorite foods, whether you’re grilling, smoking, baking, roasting, or even braising. With its ability to maintain consistent temperatures and an automatic pellet-feed system, the Pit Boss 700FB makes smoking and grilling effortless.
Key Features of the Pit Boss 700FB
Large Cooking Area
The 700 square inches of cooking space offered by the Pit Boss 700FB gives you enough room to cook for a crowd. This large space is split between the primary cooking grid (with 507 square inches) and the upper rack, which adds another 193 square inches. This layout is ideal for cooking multiple items at once, whether you’re grilling burgers and steaks or slow-cooking ribs and brisket.
With such a large area, you can easily cook different types of food simultaneously. For instance, while you’re smoking a brisket on the bottom rack, you can use the top rack to smoke sausages or roast vegetables. This flexibility makes the Pit Boss 700FB a fantastic choice for both casual grillers and those who like to entertain.
Heavy-Duty Build and Durable Construction
Durability is essential in any grill, and the Pit Boss 700FB does not disappoint. The grill is constructed with heavy-duty steel and is built to withstand the test of time. The porcelain-coated cast iron cooking grids not only retain heat efficiently but are also easy to clean and resistant to rust and corrosion.
The body of the grill is powder-coated for added durability, ensuring it can handle years of use and exposure to the elements. This sturdy construction makes the Pit Boss 700FB a long-lasting investment that can handle both everyday grilling and weekend BBQ marathons.
Digital Control Board and Precision Temperature Control
At the heart of the Pit Boss 700FB is its digital control board, which makes temperature management a breeze. With just a turn of the dial, you can set the desired temperature, and the grill’s automatic feed system ensures a consistent flow of wood pellets into the firepot to maintain that temperature. This feature gives you precision control over your cooking, from low and slow smoking at 180°F to searing steaks at 500°F.
The digital temperature control is a key feature for anyone looking to step up their BBQ game. It takes the guesswork out of grilling and allows for consistent results every time, whether you’re cooking a delicate fish filet or a thick, juicy steak.
Versatility: 8-in-1 Cooking System
One of the most appealing aspects of the Pit Boss 700FB is its versatility. The grill is marketed as an 8-in-1 cooking system, meaning it can handle a wide variety of cooking techniques. In addition to grilling and smoking, the Pit Boss 700FB can also be used for baking, roasting, braising, barbecuing, charring, and even searing. This versatility makes it more than just a grill; it’s an all-in-one outdoor cooking machine.
- Grilling and Searing: With the ability to reach temperatures as high as 500°F, the 700FB is perfect for grilling steaks, burgers, and more.
- Smoking: Low and slow cooking is where wood pellet grills really shine, and the 700FB is no exception. With the ability to maintain lower temperatures for hours, it’s ideal for smoking brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and other slow-cooked dishes.
- Baking and Roasting: With the temperature precision of an oven, you can bake pizzas, roast vegetables, or even make desserts right on the grill.
This level of versatility makes the Pit Boss 700FB an excellent choice for someone who wants to expand their outdoor cooking repertoire beyond just grilling.
How the Pit Boss 700FB Works: Wood Pellet Technology
The Pit Boss 700FB uses wood pellets as its fuel source, which is the key to its rich, smoky flavor. Here’s how it works:
- Hopper and Auger System: The grill has a large hopper on the side that holds the wood pellets. The auger is an automated system that feeds pellets from the hopper into the firepot at a consistent rate. This allows the grill to maintain the set temperature with minimal input from the user.
- Firepot Ignition: Inside the firepot, an electric ignition system ignites the pellets, which then burn to create heat and smoke. The pellets burn cleanly, providing both the heat for cooking and the smoke that infuses your food with rich, smoky flavor.
- Fan-Driven Convection Cooking: A fan circulates the hot air and smoke throughout the grill, creating an even cooking environment that mimics the convection effect of an oven. This results in food that is cooked evenly on all sides, with consistent flavor and texture.
Performance and Cooking Experience
Consistent Temperature Control
One of the standout features of the Pit Boss 700FB is its ability to maintain consistent cooking temperatures. Thanks to the automatic pellet feed system and digital control board, the grill can hold temperatures with a high degree of accuracy. This is crucial for low-and-slow BBQ, where maintaining a steady temperature for several hours is the key to achieving tender, flavorful results.
With a wide temperature range from 180°F to 500°F, the 700FB allows for a variety of cooking techniques, from slow-smoking ribs at low heat to grilling and searing steaks at high temperatures. This flexibility makes the 700FB a versatile tool that can handle a wide range of dishes with ease.
Wood-Fired Flavor
The Pit Boss 700FB stands out for the distinctive wood-fired flavor it imparts to your food. Cooking with wood pellets not only provides heat but also infuses your food with the rich, smoky flavor that is hard to achieve with traditional gas or charcoal grills. Whether you’re cooking pork, beef, chicken, fish, or even vegetables, the wood smoke adds depth and complexity to the taste.
The type of wood pellet you use can further enhance the flavor profile. Pit Boss offers a variety of wood pellets, including hickory, mesquite, apple, and cherry. Each wood type imparts its own unique flavor, giving you the ability to customize the taste of your dishes.
Ease of Use
While wood pellet grills are sometimes considered more complex than gas or charcoal grills, the Pit Boss 700FB is designed with ease of use in mind. The digital control board simplifies temperature management, and the automatic pellet feed system ensures that the grill maintains a steady temperature without constant monitoring.
This makes the 700FB an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced grillers. Even if you’re new to pellet grilling, the Pit Boss 700FB’s straightforward controls and reliable performance make it easy to get started.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Simple Cleanup Process
One of the concerns many people have with wood pellet grills is the cleanup process, but the Pit Boss 700FB is designed to make this as simple as possible. The porcelain-coated cooking grates are non-stick and easy to clean, preventing food from sticking and making post-cook scrubbing a breeze. After grilling, you can use a grill brush to scrape off any remaining debris, and the porcelain coating ensures that the grates stay in good condition over time.
The pellet ash collects in the firepot, which is easy to clean out after cooking. Periodic maintenance of the grill involves emptying the firepot and cleaning the grease tray to ensure smooth operation and optimal performance.
Durable and Weather-Resistant Design
While the Pit Boss 700FB is built to last, it’s still important to protect it from the elements. The powder-coated steel construction is designed to be weather-resistant, but to ensure the longevity of your grill, it’s a good idea to invest in a grill cover. This will help keep your grill in top condition, protecting it from rain, snow, and other outdoor conditions.
Specifications
- The 32 lb. hopper holds enough pellets to cook even the lowest and slowest dishes
- 2 adjustable cooking grids made from porcelain-coated cast iron
- 2 meat probe ports allow you to optimize temperature. 2 meat probes included with purchase
- The solid side shelf features more prep space + built in tool hooks, while the front folding shelf gives you the option for additional space
- Our grease management system consists of a simple steel bucket. Just replace the foil liner for easy clean up. Foil liners and other accessories not included
- Fueled by 100% hardwood pellets
- Upgrade the Navigator with the Legacy Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® Connected Control Board
- Always get an even cook with our fan-forced convection cooking and consistent indirect heat
- Assembled Dimensions: 63.86″L x 37.01″W x 47″H Weight: 185.19 lb.
- Boxed Dimensions: 54.13″ L x 22.05″ W x 24.41″H Weight: 216 lb.