Masterbuilt and Pit Boss both sell vertical electric smokers, but the better choice depends on the exact model and the feature you value most. Masterbuilt's current 710 WiFi emphasizes remote control and convenient side chip loading. Pit Boss 3-Series electric models publish a higher maximum cabinet temperature on the analog and digital versions we compared.
There is no useful one-brand-wins-everything answer. Compare cooking space, temperature ceiling, how chips are added, connectivity and the written warranty for the exact SKU you plan to buy.
Masterbuilt vs. Pit Boss electric smoker specs
| Feature | Masterbuilt 710 WiFi | Masterbuilt 40″ Digital Electric | Pit Boss 3-Series Analog | Pit Boss 3-Series Digital |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Published temperature | 100–275°F | 100–275°F | 100–325°F | 100–350°F |
| Published cooking area | 710 sq. in. | 970 sq. in. | Product details currently list 748 sq. in. | Check the exact current SKU listing |
| Racks | 4 chrome-coated | 4 chrome-coated | 3 porcelain-coated | 5 porcelain-coated on the indexed 3-Series digital page |
| Controls | Digital + WiFi/app | Digital control panel | Analog control | Digital control |
| Wood-chip access | Side chip loader | Side chip loader | Front-access chip tray | Model-specific front-access system |
| Probe support | 1 probe included; supports up to 4 | Check exact included equipment | Model-specific | Model-specific |
| Warranty | Masterbuilt currently lists 1 year | Masterbuilt currently lists 1 year | Confirm exact SKU terms | Confirm exact SKU terms; current Pit Boss pages publish conflicting smoker warranty language |
Best fit when remote monitoring matters
The current Masterbuilt 710 WiFi Digital Electric Smoker publishes 710 square inches across four chrome-coated racks and a 100–275°F operating range. WiFi/app control lets you monitor the smoker and compatible meat probes without standing at the cabinet.
Masterbuilt also uses a side wood-chip loader, allowing chips to be added without opening the main cooking door. One meat probe is currently included and the system supports up to four.
Pit Boss publishes the higher top-end temperature in this comparison
Masterbuilt's current 710 WiFi and 40-inch Digital Electric Smoker both publish a maximum temperature of 275°F. Pit Boss currently lists the 3-Series Analog at 100–325°F, while the indexed 3-Series Digital product page lists 100–350°F.
That difference can matter when you want to finish certain foods at a higher cabinet temperature. It does not automatically make one smoker better for low-and-slow cooking, where the setpoint you actually use may sit well below each model's maximum.
Masterbuilt offers two very different cabinet sizes
710 WiFi
710 sq. in. across four racks. This is the stronger current Masterbuilt choice when app control is more important than maximum cabinet capacity.
40″ Digital Electric
The current 40-inch Digital Electric Smoker with Legs publishes 970 sq. in. across four chrome-coated racks, giving it substantially more listed cooking area than the 710.
Published square inches are useful, but rack spacing and the shape of what you cook matter too. A cabinet that fits more total square inches may not fit the same number of whole briskets, turkeys or rib racks in the way you prefer.
Best fit when cabinet space matters more than WiFi
The 40-inch Masterbuilt keeps the 100–275°F electric-smoker format but increases the published cooking area to 970 square inches. It uses a digital control panel rather than the 710's WiFi/app feature set.
If your priority is loading a larger cabinet rather than checking it from a phone, this is the Masterbuilt model to compare first.
Both brands let you manage smoke without treating the smoker like a firebox
Masterbuilt's side chip loader is one of its clearest convenience features. You can add chips from the side instead of opening the main cabinet door.
Pit Boss's 3-Series Analog uses a front-access chip tray and water pan. The practical question is not which marketing phrase sounds better—it is how often you expect to add chips and which access method fits the way you cook.
Do not assume every digital smoker has WiFi
The Masterbuilt 710 WiFi is app-connected. The current Masterbuilt 40-inch Digital Electric Smoker is a digital-control model, not the same feature set as the 710.
Pit Boss has sold multiple 3-Series electric configurations over time, including analog, digital and newer WiFi-equipped variants. Compare the exact SKU instead of treating “Pit Boss 3-Series” as one permanent specification.
Masterbuilt is clearer; Pit Boss requires an exact-SKU check
Masterbuilt's current warranty information lists a one-year warranty for its grills and smokers, subject to the manufacturer's terms.
Pit Boss's general warranty page currently says select smokers carry a two-year limited warranty, while an indexed 3-Series Digital Electric Smoker product page advertises five years. Because those two official sources conflict, the safest buying guidance is to confirm the warranty attached to the exact model number before ordering.
Match the smoker to the reason you want electric in the first place
Choose Masterbuilt 710 WiFi if…
- You want WiFi/app monitoring.
- You value a side chip loader.
- 710 sq. in. is enough space for your usual cooks.
- You want support for multiple meat probes.
Choose Masterbuilt 40″ Digital if…
- You want the larger 970-sq.-in. cabinet.
- Digital panel control is enough.
- You still want Masterbuilt's side-loading chip system.
Consider Pit Boss 3-Series if…
- The higher published temperature ceiling matters.
- You prefer the control style of the exact Pit Boss model.
- The rack layout fits what you cook.
- You have verified the warranty for that exact SKU.
Consider another fuel if…
- You want charcoal flavor and higher-heat grilling from one appliance.
- You do not have a suitable outdoor electrical setup where the smoker will live.
Electric first, with two alternatives if your needs change
710 WiFi Digital Electric Smoker
710 sq. in., 100–275°F, four racks, WiFi/app control and side chip loading.
View 710 WiFi40″ Digital Electric Smoker
970 sq. in., 100–275°F and four racks for buyers who prioritize cabinet capacity.
View 40″ Electric
40″ ThermoTemp XL Propane
A vertical-cabinet alternative when propane fits the site better than an electric smoker.
View Propane Smoker
Gravity Series 600
A charcoal option with digital control for buyers who want a different flavor and temperature range than an electric cabinet.
View Gravity 600Masterbuilt vs. Pit Boss electric smoker FAQs
Which is better, Masterbuilt or Pit Boss electric smoker?
There is no universal winner. Masterbuilt's current 710 WiFi is the better fit when app monitoring and side chip loading are priorities. Pit Boss 3-Series models deserve a closer look when their higher published temperature ceiling is important to you. Compare the exact models, not only the brands.
Which electric smoker gets hotter?
In the models compared here, Pit Boss publishes the higher maximum: 325°F for the 3-Series Analog and 350°F for the indexed 3-Series Digital, versus 275°F for the current Masterbuilt 710 WiFi and 40-inch Digital Electric.
Which has more cooking space?
The current Masterbuilt 40-inch Digital Electric Smoker publishes 970 sq. in. The 710 WiFi publishes 710 sq. in. Pit Boss capacity varies by exact 3-Series model; its current Analog product details list 748 sq. in.
Does the Masterbuilt 710 have WiFi?
Yes. The current 710 WiFi can be controlled and monitored through Masterbuilt's app and supports compatible meat-probe monitoring.
What warranty do Masterbuilt and Pit Boss smokers have?
Masterbuilt currently publishes a one-year smoker warranty. Pit Boss currently has conflicting warranty language across official pages for select smokers, so confirm the written warranty for the exact Pit Boss model number before ordering.
Do electric smokers need a dedicated outdoor setup?
Follow the exact manufacturer's electrical and placement instructions. Use an appropriate outdoor power source and do not assume an indoor extension-cord setup is suitable for an outdoor appliance.
Does Smokeforges offer free shipping on Masterbuilt smokers?
Smokeforges offers free standard shipping on orders $99+ under the terms of our shipping policy. Product size, destination and freight requirements can affect the delivery method. For a model-specific question, call 833-777-2962 or email info@smokeforges.com.
Choose the cabinet around the cooks you actually make
If you want app-connected electric smoking, the Masterbuilt 710 WiFi is the clearest current fit in this comparison. If you need more cabinet space, look at the 40-inch Masterbuilt. If you are comparing Pit Boss, focus on the exact 3-Series SKU because temperature, controls, connectivity and warranty language vary across versions.
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