The Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800 (ASIN: B08XXDQTGZ) is a digital charcoal grill and smoker available on Amazon.ca for $699 CAD. Its gravity-fed charcoal hopper and smart fan system deliver real charcoal flavor with the set-and-forget convenience of a pellet grill.
| Cooking Area | 800 sq in total (560 main + 240 upper) |
| Fuel | Charcoal with automatic gravity-fed ignition |
| Temp Range | 150°F–700°F |
| Fan System | Smart fan auto-adjusts airflow to maintain set temp |
| App | WiFi + Bluetooth control via Masterbuilt app |
| Charcoal Load | 10+ hour cook time on single load |
| Grates | 4 cast iron smoking/cooking grates |
"This thing holds temperature better than my pellet grill and the food tastes like real charcoal. Best of both worlds. I've done a 16-hour brisket without touching the controls once."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"Loaded it with lump charcoal at 9pm and smoked a pork shoulder overnight. Woke up to perfect internal temp and a bark I couldn't be prouder of. The app kept me informed without leaving the bedroom."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"The temperature consistency is remarkable for a charcoal grill. I've done back-to-back rib cooks and the results are identical every time. You just can't do that with a traditional charcoal setup."
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"I can run it at 700°F for a sear then drop it to 225°F for a long smoke — all with the same charcoal load. Nothing else I've owned could do that."
Source: Amazon reviewer
Charcoal hopper jamming with briquettes
Several users report briquettes jamming in the gravity hopper, interrupting the charcoal feed and causing temperature drops. Switching to quality lump charcoal resolves the issue entirely but adds ongoing cost.
Source: Amazon reviewerApp setup can be frustrating
Initial WiFi pairing is the most common complaint — the process requires a specific sequence that isn't well-documented. Reddit has a community-written setup guide that solves most issues, but Masterbuilt's official instructions are inadequate.
Source: RedditGrease management requires attention
The drip tray and grease bucket need regular emptying during long high-fat smokes like pork shoulder and brisket. Neglecting this during a 12-hour cook can create a fire risk from accumulated grease.
Source: Amazon reviewerPaint quality on exterior
A few buyers report the exterior paint finish scratching or fading after a season. The cooking performance is unaffected but the cosmetic durability doesn't match the price point expectations.
Source: Amazon reviewerThe Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800 occupies a unique and valuable space: it delivers genuine charcoal flavor with the temperature precision and ease of use of a pellet grill. At $699 CAD it's the best option for buyers who want real charcoal smoke without babysitting a fire for hours. It's not perfect — the hopper works best with lump charcoal and the app setup can frustrate — but the cooking results are excellent and the combination of 800 sq in capacity, 150–700°F range, and smart fan control makes it one of the most versatile outdoor cookers at this price.