Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill vs Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill (2026)

✍️ By the 247Verdict Editorial Team📅 Updated 05 October 2026

Which is better? We compared both on score, owner ratings, pros and cons.

Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill

9.4/10 Excellent

4.7★ (3,200 owners)

Ceramic kamado, 46cm cooking surface, 100°C-380°C+, 40-year warranty, versatile. The ceramic cooker cult.

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Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill

9.0/10 Excellent

4.4★ (9,200 owners)

WiFIRE, D2 drivetrain, 575 sq in cooking area. Set-and-forget wood-fired flavour.

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At a Glance

	Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill	Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill
247Verdict Score	9.4/10	9.0/10
Owner Rating	4.7★ (3,200)	4.4★ (9,200)
Verdict	Excellent	Excellent
Warranty	40 years ceramic	3 years

Quick Verdict

Both are strong choices, but the Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill edges ahead with a 9.4/10 vs 9.0/10. Ceramic kamado, 46cm cooking surface, 100°C-380°C+, 40-year warranty, versatile. The ceramic cooker cult. That said, the Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill is worth considering if WiFIRE, D2 drivetrain, 575 sq in cooking area. Set-and-forget wood-fired flavour. Check the current price on Amazon →

Pros & Cons Side by Side

Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill

Ceramic construction retains heat at 180°C for 8+ hours on a single load of charcoal
Operates from low-and-slow 100°C smoking to 380°C+ searing — no other BBQ covers this range
40-year warranty on the ceramic shell — genuine lifetime product
Cast iron cooking grate retains heat for restaurant-quality sear marks
Fanatical community of EGGheads — 40 years of recipes, techniques and accessories

£1,000+ for a BBQ requires serious commitment to outdoor cooking
Heavy at 60kg — once positioned, moving it is a significant project
Learning the vent system to control temperature takes 2-3 sessions to master

Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill

WiFIRE app controls temperature remotely from anywhere — genuine set-and-forget cooking
D2 drivetrain delivers ±15°F temperature accuracy throughout long cooks
Wood pellet combustion delivers authentic smoky flavour impossible on gas
575 sq inches handles a full brisket, rib racks or multiple chickens simultaneously
Versatile: grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise and BBQ in one device

Wood pellets cost £15-25/bag — ongoing running cost higher than gas
Takes 10-15 minutes to reach cooking temperature vs gas's 5-10
Pellet hopper capacity limits unattended cooking time to 6-8 hours

FAQ

Which is better, Large Big Green Egg or Traeger Pro 575 Wood?

Is the Large Big Green Egg worth the extra cost?

Yes — Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill scores higher at 9.4/10 vs 9.0/10.

Who is the Large Big Green Egg best suited to?

Ceramic kamado, 46cm cooking surface, 100°C-380°C+, 40-year warranty, versatile. The ceramic cooker cult.

Who is the Traeger Pro 575 Wood best suited to?

WiFIRE, D2 drivetrain, 575 sq in cooking area. Set-and-forget wood-fired flavour.

What are the main downsides of each?

Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill: £1,000+ for a BBQ requires serious commitment to outdoor cooking; Heavy at 60kg — once positioned, moving it is a significant project. Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill: Wood pellets cost £15-25/bag — ongoing running cost higher than gas; Takes 10-15 minutes to reach cooking temperature vs gas's 5-10.

Do owner ratings agree with our verdict?

Largely, yes — Large Big Green Egg Charcoal Grill sits at 4.7★ from 3,200 verified Amazon owners, and Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill at 4.4★ from 9,200.

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