I will tell you this, when manufacturers advertise and describe their products, everything seems simple and easy. If you read masterbuilt reviews , this is by the way one of the leaders in the production of smokers, it becomes clear that this equipment is often used only by those who like to cook. And such men, you will agree, very few. If your friend likes to cook, then yes. But for the grill still need to look after, this is not the usual grill.