DNKMOR A-81 Charcoal Grill with Offset Smoker
- Cooking Surface Area: 535 sq in
- Primary Cooking Method: Grilling, Smoking
- Cooking System: Grill, Smoker
- Installation Type: Freestanding
Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A budget-friendly way to get an offset smoker and full grill space in one wheeled unit, though the metal runs thin and assembly needs patience.
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ASIN: B0GJCSFRPQModel: A-81Category: Charcoal Grills
Overview
The Dnkmor A-81 is a 535 square inch charcoal grill with a connected offset smoker box, a front prep table and wheels, built for backyard cookouts that want real smoke flavor without a separate smoker rig.
The offset smoker chamber shares airflow with the main grill body, which is the point of an offset design: smoke drifts through the cooking area instead of sitting under one lid. A temperature gauge and three-position adjustable handles give some heat control without a separate thermometer. Owners describe the metal as thin in places, and assembly can be fiddly if a hole does not line up, so it pays to budget real time for setup.
- 3-position adjustable handles for heat control
- Chrome-plated warming rack above the main grate
- Built-in temperature gauge on the lid
- 535 square inches of enamel-coated cooking surface
Pros and cons
- Offset smoker box shares heat with main grill
- 535 square inches of total cooking space
- Wheels and front table for easy moving
- Enamel grates resist high heat and clean up
- Some owners found the metal thin
- Assembly holes did not always line up
- Lid does not fully close while cooking
Performance notes
The main grill and the offset smoker box are connected, so smoke and heat move from the smoker into the cooking chamber rather than staying trapped in a separate unit. The gauge on the lid and the three-position handles are the main tools for managing heat, since there is no digital control. Wheels and a front table make it easier to move and to keep staging space nearby, useful for cookouts where the grill gets repositioned more than once.
Specifications
| Brand | Dnkmor |
|---|---|
| Model | A-81 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 35 poundslower than 54% of 27 charcoal grills |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 21 × 40.5 × 40 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 21 × 40.5 × 40 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Polished |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Grill Cover |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 535 sq inhigher than 68% of 26 charcoal grills |
| Primary Cooking Method | Grilling, Smoking |
| Cooking System | Grill, Smoker |
| Grill Configuration | Cart |
| Required Assembly | Yes |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Removable Grease Tray |
Closest rivals on specs
Weber Master-Touch Charcoal Grill 22 Inch- Cooking Surface Area 535 vs 443 sq in (+21%)
Royal Gourmet CC1830V 30 Inch Barrel Charcoal Grill- Cooking Surface Area 535 vs 627 sq in (-15%)
Royal Gourmet CC1624 Barrel Charcoal Grill- Cooking Surface Area 535 vs 426 sq in (+26%)
- Item Weight 35 vs 30.9 pounds (+13%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the Dnkmor A-81 grill include a smoker box?
Yes, it has an offset smoker connected to the main grill chamber so smoke and heat circulate between the two while you cook.
How much cooking space does the Dnkmor charcoal grill have?
The combined main grate and warming rack give 535 square inches of cooking surface.
Is the Dnkmor A-81 easy to assemble?
Several owners said it went together without trouble, but others reported assembly holes that did not line up and no printed instructions in the box.