Pellet Grills Head to head
Pit Boss 500FB2 vs Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series
The Pit Boss 500FB2 leads on warranty. The Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series leads on total cooking area and hopper capacity. They are level on max controller temperature, lowest controller temperature and meat probes included. At list price the Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series is $20 cheaper.
Pit Boss FB2 Series 500 Wood Pellet Grill
$399.99
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model PB500FB2
Leads on 1 of 6 specs
Pit Boss Carbon Series 700 Wood Pellet Grill
$379.99
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model PB700CP
Leads on 2 of 6 specs
Who leads on specs?
Counted on the 6 specs both makers publish.
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Choose the Pit Boss 500FB2 if
Warranty matters more to you than the price difference.
Choose the Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series if
Total cooking area and hopper capacity matter most, and you want to spend less.
Spec by spec
Every spec side by side. A tick and a green cell mark the better figure.
| Spec | Pit Boss 500FB2 | Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series | Who leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| List price | $399.99 | $379.99 | Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series |
| Total cooking area | 518 sq in | 718 sq in | Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series |
| Hopper capacity | 5 lb | 13.5 lb | Pit Boss 700 Carbon Series |
| Max controller temperature | 500°F | 500°F | Level |
| Lowest controller temperature | 180°F | 180°F | Level |
| WiFi app control | Not listed | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Meat probes included | 1 | 1 | Level |
| Direct-flame searing | Yes | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Warranty | 5 yr | 3 yr | Pit Boss 500FB2 |
| Weight | Not listed | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
