Traeger Grills Pro 780 Wood Pellet Smoker Grill
- Smoker
- Wood Pellet
- Alloy Steel
- Steel
- Better rated than 63%
- More reviewed than 63%
A capacious, app-connected smoker that delivers consistent results across a wide range of meats, with the one recurring gripe being the accuracy of its included probe.
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How it ranks among the 19 smokers we track
4.6★ across 382 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
382 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
780+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 19 smokers we track - how the scorecard works · full smokers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Traeger Pro 780 (TFB78GLEC) is a full-size wood pellet smoker grill with 780 square inches of cooking space, WiFi app control, and a built-in meat probe. It is Traeger's Pro-tier model, sized for large cooks rather than a single household meal.
This sits a full step up from Traeger's portable Ranger, aimed at people entertaining or cooking in batches. The D2 drivetrain and TurboTemp recovery are meant to keep temperature steady through repeated lid openings during long cooks. Assembly is straightforward by most accounts but heavy enough that two people make it easier.
- WiFIRE app control from a phone
- 780 square inches of grilling area
- D2 drivetrain with TurboTemp heat recovery
- Powder-coated steel body built for all-season use
Who it's for
Suits households that host regularly or cook large batches of ribs, chicken, or brisket in one sitting. The WiFIRE app appeals to anyone who wants to start a long smoke and check on it from work rather than standing over the grill. Not the right pick for a small patio or a household that only grills the occasional weeknight burger.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers consistently praise the results across brisket, ribs, wings, and steaks, and several call the app reliable enough to monitor a cook from work or another room. Assembly gets called simple, though more than one reviewer notes it takes two people to lift and put together. The clearest complaint is the bundled temperature probe, which one long-time Traeger owner says is unreliable even after calibration.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 780 square inches handles large batches like ribs or whole chickens
- WiFIRE app lets you monitor a smoke remotely
- Consistent results across steaks, brisket, wings, and pulled pork
- Handles six cooking styles on one grill
- Included temperature probe reads inaccurately for some owners even after calibration
- Heavy enough that assembly is easier with two people
Performance notes
The D2 controller and brushless motor drive pellet feed and airflow, and TurboTemp is designed to bring the chamber back up to temperature quickly after the lid is opened to check food. WiFIRE lets the app track and adjust temperature remotely so a long smoke can be started before work and checked from a phone. The 18 lb hopper and convection setup support grilling, smoking, baking, roasting, braising, and barbecuing on one unit.
Specifications
| Model | TFB78GLEC |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 166.7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 27 × 49 × 55 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Wood Pellet |
| Construction & materials | |
| Outer Material | Alloy Steel |
| Inner Material | Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1 wired meat probe, Assembly instructions with tools, Pro 780 Pellet Grill |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Part Number | TFB78GLEC |
| Item Type Name | Pellet Grill |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in smokers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traeger Grills Pro 780 Wood Pellet Smoker GrillThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 382 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Traeger Grills TFT18KLD Ranger | 4.5 / 5 | 981 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Masterbuilt® 30-inch Digital Electric Vertical BBQ Smoker with Leg KitMasterbuilt | 4.2 / 5 | 2,600 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Pit Boss 850 Navigator Series WiFi & Bluetooth Wood Pellet Grill & SmokerPIT Boss | 4.6 / 5 | 35 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Z GRILLS 2026 Electric Pellet Smoker & GrillZ Grills | 4.6 / 5 | 47 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the TFB78GLEC
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Traeger Pro 780 connect to WiFi?
Yes, it uses Traeger's WiFIRE technology so temperature and monitoring can be managed from the Traeger app.
How much food fits on the Pro 780?
The 780 square inch cooking area fits roughly 34 burgers, six whole chickens, or six racks of ribs at once.
Is the included meat probe reliable?
Reports are mixed; the grill itself is well reviewed, but at least one long-time Traeger owner found the included probe inaccurate even after calibration.