Realcook Vertical Charcoal Smoker 17-Inch
- Fuel Type: Charcoal
- Power Source: Charcoal
- Form Factor: Combination BBQ Smoker
- Outer Material: Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lightweight charcoal smoker suited to patio-scale low-and-slow cooking such as ribs or pulled pork, not a substitute for a full-size grill.
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ASIN: B07QKH47TMModel: REALCOOK-17Category: Smokers
Overview
Realcook's REALCOOK-17 is a charcoal smoker built from alloy steel, sized at 17 x 22 x 35 inches and weighing under 19 pounds. It targets smoking rather than direct grilling, with a compact footprint for patios and small backyards.
The category listing calls it a grill, but the title and construction point to a dedicated charcoal smoker, with the tall, narrow 17 x 22 x 35 in profile typical of a vertical smoker rather than a flat cooking grate. Alloy steel construction keeps the unit light at 18.6 lb, which also means it heats and cools faster than heavier cast-steel smokers.
- Charcoal-fueled vertical smoker
- Alloy steel construction
- 17 x 22 x 35 in footprint
- 18.6 lb, easy to relocate
Who it's for
Backyard cooks who want to try low-and-slow charcoal smoking without committing to a full-size offset smoker. Less suited to anyone wanting a primary grilling station, since this is built around charcoal smoking rather than searing.
Pros and cons
- Compact 17-inch footprint suits small patios
- Lightweight alloy steel body is easy to move
- Charcoal fuel supports classic smoke flavor
- Charcoal needs more hands-on temperature management than gas
- Lighter steel retains less heat than heavier smokers
Performance notes
Charcoal fuel means heat comes from burning briquettes or lump charcoal rather than a dial-controlled burner, so temperature control depends on vent management and fuel load rather than a knob. The alloy steel body is lighter than cast iron equivalents, trading some heat retention for easier moving and storage.
Specifications
| Brand | Realcook |
|---|---|
| Model | REALCOOK-17 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 18.6 poundslower than 71% of 121 smokers |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 17 × 22 × 35 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Power Source | Charcoal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Outer Material | Alloy Steel |
| Inner Material | stainless_steel |
| Color | 17" Charcoal |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Cooking Grates, Lower Cooking Layer, Top Lid, Upper Cooking Layer, Water Pan, Charcoal Pan |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Combination BBQ Smoker |
| Part Number | 7424749544596 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Realcook REALCOOK-17 a grill or a smoker?
It is built and sold as a charcoal smoker rather than a flat grilling grate, despite the general grills category it is filed under.
What fuel does the REALCOOK-17 use?
Charcoal.
How much does the REALCOOK-17 weigh?
18.6 lb, made of alloy steel.