Auber WIFI Electric Smoker Controller

[cookingdude555]

Thanks Ralph.  I bought the "rocket launcher" toggle switch that others used.  Once it arrived I decided the benefits of the auber outweighed any desire to go back to the analog/non wifi method and gave it to a friend that could use it in a project he had.  I understand the position of being able to go back, but if there is an issue, I will fire another cooker instead.  However, I am impressed with the modifications that others have made including this switch.  The work looks excellent.

 

[1stlink]

One of the disadvantages of retirement is that my current residence does not allow for firebreathing cooking apparatus, state fire codes Etc.  I don’t have any back up and envy the people like yourself that do.
The switch install was fairly easy once I decided to use the Dremel on that beautiful stainless steel top!  Except for testing the switch hasn’t been used as the Auber PID Has worked flawlessly.
I am sure you will be very happy with your Wi-Fi model

 

[JosephParker]

Who can confidently pick the best product among those listed on this site? : https://startbbq.com/best-electric-smokers/

 

[Walt]

Looks like a bunch of low end junk. After the SI, I do look at other smokers but those are all entry level units that will probably be in the scrap heap within 12 to 24 months.  Can't beat these SI for build durability and bang for the buck.

 

[EFGM]

Who can confidently pick the best product among those listed on this site? : https://startbbq.com/best-electric-smokers/

Funny, I saw a similar site yesterday only they did mention the SI and the CS, but favored the others. Late 70's early 80's I used the "Old Smokey" for Turkeys. In those day's I would have never thought about doing Brisket's and all the other things we do today with the SI. Any of the others and you will be looking again in a year or so. As Walt said, you can't beat an SI for build durability, bang for the buck, and the absolute best customer service should you encounter an issue. My personal opinion is those are smokers for those that have not done thorough and do not know about SI. I'm happy you found the forum and can read up on info from SI owners for your decision making. I would wait and save up if it were me.  Good luck and happy reading.

 

[old sarge]

The Old Smokey has been around for decades.  The company also makes grills.  Not designed to last a lifetime, and considering the cost, maybe just a couple of season.  But they are still in business.

 

[LarryD]

These guides always make me cringe...  it's clear they don't put any real effort into understanding what is out there and what is actually good.  Probably get free products and/or kickbacks and they're all happy.

 

[Grady]

John, My $.02 ... I have an analog SI 2 and also use the Auber PID (pre-WiFi). As Tony mentioned above there are posts with pics of the Auber mods done by the Auber pioneers.
I added a bypass switch (pic attached) to my SI 2 primarily to have a backup in case of Auber failure. By flipping the switch, I revert to using the Smokin-It control which works fine but not with the fine tuning control that the Auber offers.
Ralph

Ralph, I seen that you're from Pa. With that handle, what part of Pa?