Traeger vs Camp Chef: Which Pellet Grill Wins (2026)
The Traeger Ironwood 885 is the top pick with 885 square inches of cooking space across 2 tiers of porcelain coated steel grates. The D2 controller with digital display holds 165°F to 500°F in 5°F increments, and WiFIRE connectivity pairs with a 3-year warranty.
Side by side
| Model | Fuel | Capacity | Temp range | Standout spec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traeger Ironwood 885 | Electric-powered wood-pellet grill | 885 sq in | 165°F to 500°F | Integrated pellet sensor via Traeger App |
| Camp Chef Woodwind 24 | Wood pellet | 811 sq in | — | Slide & Grill direct-flame searing |
The picks
Traeger Ironwood 885
Largest cooking area pick
The Traeger Ironwood 885 covers 885 square inches of cooking space across 2 tiers of porcelain coated steel grates. The D2 controller with digital display holds 165°F to 500°F in 5°F increments, and an integrated pellet sensor monitors pellet level from the Traeger App. WiFIRE connectivity drives remote control, and insulated dual-wall construction reduces temperature fluctuation. The 20 lb hopper and 175 lb total weight sit under a 3-year warranty.
885 sq in cooking space across 2 tiers20 lb pellet hopper capacity165°F to 500°F in 5°F incrementsD2 controller with digital displayIntegrated pellet sensor via Traeger AppWiFIRE connectivityInsulated dual-wall construction3-year warranty
Camp Chef Woodwind 24
Largest hopper pick
The Camp Chef Woodwind 24 covers 811 square inches of total rack area split between a 429 sq in lower rack and a 382 sq in upper rack in a 4,850 cu in chamber. The 22 lb hopper out-sizes the Traeger Ironwood 885's 20 lb hopper, and the Slide & Grill system handles direct-flame searing while the patented ash cleanout streamlines teardown. A full-color WIFI controller ties into the Camp Chef Connect App, and rust-resistant stainless steel components anchor the 123 lb build.
811 sq in total rack area (429 lower + 382 upper)22 lb hopper capacity4,850 cu in chamberFull-color WIFI controllerSlide & Grill system for direct-flame searingPatented ash cleanoutRust-resistant stainless steel componentsCamp Chef Connect App
FAQ
Is the Traeger Ironwood 885 worth it?
The Traeger Ironwood 885 covers 885 square inches of cooking space across 2 tiers of porcelain coated steel grates. The D2 controller with digital display holds 165°F to 500°F in 5°F increments, and an integrated pellet sensor monitors pellet level from the Traeger App. WiFIRE connectivity pairs with a 3-year warranty and insulated dual-wall construction.
Traeger Ironwood 885 vs Camp Chef Woodwind 24: which is better?
The Traeger Ironwood 885 covers 885 square inches of cooking space with a 20 lb hopper and a 3-year warranty. The Camp Chef Woodwind 24 covers 811 square inches of total rack area with a larger 22 lb hopper and a Slide & Grill system for direct-flame searing. For maximum cooking area and warranty coverage the Traeger Ironwood 885 wins; for larger hopper and slide-and-grill searing the Camp Chef Woodwind 24 wins.
What size pellet grill do I need?
The Traeger Ironwood 885 covers 885 square inches of cooking space across 2 tiers of porcelain coated steel grates. The Camp Chef Woodwind 24 covers 811 square inches of total rack area split between a 429 sq in lower rack and a 382 sq in upper rack in a 4,850 cu in chamber.
How long does a Traeger pellet grill last?
The Traeger Ironwood 885 carries a 3-year warranty, with insulated dual-wall construction reducing temperature fluctuation. The 20 lb hopper and 175 lb total weight sit on 2 tiers of porcelain coated steel grates under the D2 controller with digital display.