Pellet Grills Head to head
Traeger Woodridge vs Pit Boss 500FB2
The Traeger Woodridge leads on total cooking area, hopper capacity and warranty. They are level on max controller temperature and meat probes included. At list price the Pit Boss 500FB2 is $500 cheaper.
Traeger Woodridge Pellet Grill
$899.99
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model TFB86MLH
Leads on 3 of 5 specs
Pit Boss FB2 Series 500 Wood Pellet Grill
$399.99
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model PB500FB2
Leads on 0 of 5 specs
Who leads on specs?
Counted on the 5 specs both makers publish.
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Choose the Traeger Woodridge if
Total cooking area, hopper capacity and warranty matter more to you than the price difference.
Choose the Pit Boss 500FB2 if
You want the lower price and can live without the Traeger Woodridge's advantages listed above.
Spec by spec
Every spec side by side. A tick and a green cell mark the better figure.
| Spec | Traeger Woodridge | Pit Boss 500FB2 | Who leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| List price | $899.99 | $399.99 | Pit Boss 500FB2 |
| Total cooking area | 860 sq in | 518 sq in | Traeger Woodridge |
| Hopper capacity | 24 lb | 5 lb | Traeger Woodridge |
| Max controller temperature | 500°F | 500°F | Level |
| Lowest controller temperature | Not listed | 180°F | Can’t compare: not listed |
| WiFi app control | Yes | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Meat probes included | 1 | 1 | Level |
| Direct-flame searing | Not listed | Yes | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Warranty | 10 yr | 5 yr | Traeger Woodridge |
| Weight | 138 lb | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
