Memorial Day 2026 Grills & Grills Deals: Weber, Traeger, Recteq

I don’t make it Rules. I just know them: The days leading up to Memorial Day are the best time to buy a grill (Or rank for that matter). That’s when big grill and grill makers are eager to show off their new line. It’s the time they hope to keep you hooked throughout barbecue season — right before the big Memorial Day barbecue.

Thus, the lead-up to Memorial Day is also when grill manufacturers offer some of the best grill deals of the year. Every device listed here has been tested by me or one of my colleagues on the WIRED Reviews team — and these are the devices we recommend, and often use and test for years at a time. That means: These are the best Memorial Day deals on the best grills, smokers, and griddles I know of.

For more backyard excitement, check out WIRED’s guide to The best grills and smokers, Best outdoor grills and flat grills, Best pizza ovensand Best smokeless fire pits. Want to update the grill you already have for better temperature control? Here’s how to do it Turn your dumb grill into a smart grill.

Up to $250 off the best pellet smokers

This behemoth from Georgia pellet grilling startup Recteq is a beast. the Pioneer 1600 Pellet Smoker and Grill (8/10, WIRED recommends) Provides 1,600 square inches of cooking space. Room in your hopper holds 40 pounds of pellets. The design is clever, with surprisingly even heat across the cooker – the product of a centrally located firepot with a symmetrical heat spreader and drip catch that slopes towards the trays at either end. The smart features are smart, too: you can monitor and adjust the temperature from your phone, and see data for up to 30 days of cooking. The app has some bugs here and there, and we’ll agree with that.

But the beautiful execution of the Recteq cooking was enough to tip the scales barely above WIRED’s previous top-grain pick, Traeger Woodridge Pro (8/10, WIRED recommends). Which The Woodline Pro is also on sale for $150 off. Want a complete luxury cooking station? choose upgrade, traeger timberline, It’s yours for $200 off the list.

$101 off my favorite Traeger tray

I’ve evolved enough to admit when I’m in love, and when that love has gotten out of control. The outdoor cooker that has fundamentally changed my life in the past year is Traeger’s 33-inch three-zone rear griddle, which delivers the most even and reliable heat of any griddle I’ve tested. I may use a classic grill or smoker to get the best tasting meat. But I use grills for almost everything, especially tacos, pancakes, and bacon that doesn’t stink at home. The key to the Traeger’s supernatural balance is its distinctive U-shaped burners beneath a conductive carbon steel grill plate. Even the heat not only helps in cooking, but also in getting an even layer of spices. Which helps in cooking. It’s a virtuous cycle. However, the only downside to this thing is its price. And at the end of this week, $100 off. I haven’t tested it, but it’s more affordable Traeger 2 Zone Flatrock Tray It’s on sale for $700, plus $100 off the list price.

$50 off Weber Slate Grids

Traeger wins evenly in cooking. But the best feature set, best workstation—and in some ways one of the best overall cooking experiences—come with Weber’s new line of stainless steel Slate grills, which have the advantage of being ready-to-use in advance. Note that you will still have to season and reseal the baking tray to maintain protection. But the initial topping of spices will save you an hour when preparing this. The 36-inch three-burner ($1,000) is the flagship. But the 28-inch two-burner stove is probably the best deal on this list. It actually starts at a reasonable $600. but It’s just $550 for Memorial Day weekend.

$150 off the best smart charcoal grill

The Masterbuilt 1150 is a large capacity grill for both meat and charcoal – with over 1,000 square inches of grilling area and room for a full brisket and a few racks or ribs, with a temperature range from a low and slow 225°F to a searing 700°F. The temperature is controlled by an electric fan. The app is a bit clunky, but once you set it up, it’s a great privilege to have charcoal flavor and control over your smart grill. Right now, it’s $150 off.

$150 off the Classic Kamado Joe Ceramic Cooker

I hadn’t used ceramic stoves much until this summer. And so I was completely unprepared for how ridiculously good the Kamado Joe Classic Joe cooker was at retaining heat while using precious little fuel. Once this thing heats up, it has a radioactive half-life that will extend far beyond your grill. The heat retention took some getting used to, but once I got the hang of it, I mentally cut my charcoal cut budget in half. You’ll need to invest in a good charcoal smoker to start your fire, and to control the temperature there’s a neat trick for your grill. Pull out the built-in thermometer and replace it with a scale Chefstemp Protemp S1 Digital Console ($85)and pair that with ChefsTemp Probe ($120) To offer app-enabled monitoring of both meat and ambient temperatures. Here’s a quick one A guide to upgrading Weber kettles and ceramic ovens to smart grills.