The Pit Boss 700FB (ASIN: B083T3Q31G) is a wood pellet grill available on Amazon.ca for $599 CAD. Its slide-plate Flame Broiler enables direct sear temperatures up to 1000°F, making it one of the few pellet grills under $600 that can genuinely sear a steak without a separate appliance.
| Cooking Area | 700 sq in |
| Flame Broiler | Slide-plate flame broiler — open for direct sear, close for convection |
| Temp Range | 180°F–500°F + up to 1000°F direct flame |
| Hopper | 21 lb pellet hopper |
| Controls | Digital LED control — no WiFi on base model |
| Grates | Porcelain-coated cast iron grates |
| Grease | Front grease bucket for easy cleanup |
"The Flame Broiler is the reason I bought this over Traeger and I'm so glad I did. Smoke the steak, slide the plate open for 90 seconds per side, best steak of my life. No second appliance needed."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"700 square inches for under $600. I did four full racks of ribs at once for a party. Would have needed a much more expensive grill from any other brand to get that kind of capacity."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"For the price I cannot complain. The temperature isn't as rock solid as my buddy's Traeger but it's close enough and I saved $400. The food tastes the same."
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"Two years in and it's been totally reliable. I keep the hopper sealed and use quality pellets and have had zero jamming or auger issues."
Source: Amazon reviewer
No WiFi connectivity on base model
The most common complaint from buyers who assumed WiFi was included is the complete absence of app connectivity on the standard 700FB. This is clearly stated in the specs but disappoints buyers who compare it to Traeger or Camp Chef at a similar price.
Source: Amazon reviewerTemperature swings wider than premium units
Several users note the 700FB runs hotter or cooler than the setpoint more often than expected, with swings of 20–30°F during longer cooks. Most accept this at the price point, but it's a noticeable step down from Camp Chef and Traeger controllers.
Source: RedditHopper lid seal is poor
The pellet hopper lid doesn't seal tightly, which can allow moisture ingress during rain and cause pellets to swell and jam the auger. Several buyers added weatherstripping tape to the lid edge to improve the seal.
Source: Amazon reviewerAssembly instructions are basic
The assembly manual is functional but bare-bones. Several users recommend watching a YouTube assembly video in parallel with the manual to avoid confusion on the leg and grill body assembly steps.
Source: Amazon reviewerThe Pit Boss 700FB is the best pellet grill under $600 for buyers who want both smoking capability and a genuine sear option from a single unit. The Flame Broiler is a real differentiator that no Traeger or Z Grills at this price can match, and the 700 sq in cooking area is generous. The trade-offs are no WiFi, wider temperature swings than premium units, and a simpler controller. It's a strong value buy for buyers who are new to pellet grilling or want an affordable second grill — experienced pellet grillers who want app control should budget for the next tier up.