The Pit Boss Austin XL Onyx wood pellet smoker and grill is now available in the UK, offering American-style BBQ at a reduced price. Currently on sale for £549 (down from £749), this grill provides 930 square inches of cooking space and can cook up to 55 burgers at once, along with six whole chickens or multiple racks of ribs.
Features and Versatility
The Austin XL is an 8-in-1 cooker, allowing users to smoke, bake, sear, grill, barbecue, braise, char-grill, and roast. It includes meat probe ports and two meat probes for temperature monitoring without opening the lid. The grill also features a Flame Broiler, a series of slits in the heat shield that can be covered for direct or indirect flame cooking.
According to Claudia Trotman, Assistant Showbiz Editor, the grill is "extremely easy to put together and use" and generates clean, clear smoke after the initial heating phase, avoiding unwanted flavors from dirty smoke.
Performance and Value
The grill's even heat distribution and quick warming allowed a pork shoulder to cook faster than expected while remaining juicy and soft. Compared to other multi-use grills with app connectivity, the Austin XL is more straightforward and user-friendly. The Onyx edition is currently 27% off its original price of £749.
This grill is ideal for those looking to host large gatherings with minimal effort, combining affordability, ease of use, and style.
