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Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker (COS-118)

An 18-inch vertical charcoal water smoker with 510 sq in of cooking space across two grates, convertible into a standalone charcoal grill.

$150Approx. MSRP
Great forlow-and-slow smokingtight budgetsreal charcoal flavor

Suitable for a budget-conscious beginner willing to tinker with airflow and hardware fixes, but not for someone who wants a smoker that works well right out of the box.

Pros

  • Budget-friendly way to get into vertical charcoal smoking
  • Decent for low-and-slow cooks once airflow issues are worked around
  • Portable and easy to store
  • Easy on the wallet ($150)

Watch-outs

  • Coal ring is small, so long smokes need mid-cook refills
  • Water bowl can't be removed without spilling
  • Assorted quality-control problems (crooked grate holders, bent legs) reported by owners
  • Charcoal means a learning curve vs push-button gas

Known niggles

  • Very limited airflow that chokes the fire, especially with the water bowl in
  • Ash catcher clogs during cooking and is hard to keep clear
  • Door latch and hooks reported as flimsy, misaligned from the factory, and prone to rusting within a week
  • Barrel-to-base clamps described as weak and ineffective
TypeCharcoal
FuelCharcoal
FormatVertical smoker
Approx. MSRP (USD)$150
Total cooking area510 sq in
Side burnerNo
Build materialChrome-plated steel grates
WiFi / appNo

Specs sourced from the manufacturer / retailer listing. Prices are approximate and drift — check the seller for the current figure.

Cuisinart Vertical 18" Charcoal Smoker (COS-118)

Features

  • Two 18 in chrome-plated steel cooking grates, 510 sq in total
  • Water bowl for moisture control
  • Dual air vents for temperature management
  • Removable main body converts to a compact charcoal grill
  • Built-in lid thermometer
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