GMG vs Camp Chef DLX 24

Quick Verdict

Two budget friendly pellet grills with different priorities. The GMG Daniel Boone Prime Plus wins because WiFi at this price point is a meaningful upgrade. The Camp Chef SmokePro DLX 24 counters with more cooking space, the Ash Kickin cleanout, and a longer warranty. It is the better raw grill. But the GMG's WiFi connectivity changes how you interact with every single cook, and that daily convenience tips the scales.

Temperature Control

Both grills use PID controllers, and both hold 225F within acceptable ranges. The Camp Chef is slightly steadier in my testing. It held 225F within 5 degrees during a 10-hour pork shoulder cook, while the GMG drifted 7 degrees at one point during a wind gust. That is still good, but the Camp Chef's heavier build helps it shrug off wind.

Both reach 500F max. Startup times are similar: about 10 minutes to 225F. Where the GMG wins is the ability to monitor and adjust from inside the house. I caught a temp spike on the GMG app at 11pm during an overnight cook and dialed it back without getting out of bed. On the Camp Chef, that spike would have gone unnoticed until morning.

Build Quality and Durability

The Camp Chef is the better built grill. Period. At 119 lbs versus the GMG's 68, it feels more substantial. The steel is thicker. The legs do not wobble. The Ash Kickin cleanout system is a feature that premium grills charge hundreds more for, and Camp Chef includes it at this price. Cleanup takes 30 seconds instead of 10 minutes with a shop vac.

The GMG makes trade offs to hit its weight target. Thinner steel, lighter components, and a simpler ash management system. It holds up fine, but it does not feel as permanent as the Camp Chef. After six months, both grills look good with covers on, but the Camp Chef feels like it will still look good in five years.

Camp Chef offers a 3-year warranty. GMG gives you 2. For a grill that costs more, GMG's shorter warranty is a valid concern.

Cooking Performance and Versatility

The Camp Chef's 570 sq in of primary cooking space beats the GMG's 458 sq in main grate. I fit two full racks of baby backs and a pork butt on the Camp Chef. On the GMG, I could fit two racks of ribs but the pork butt had to wait. The GMG's upper rack adds 200 sq in, but it sits higher and is better for warming than primary cooking.

Smoke quality is comparable. Both produce solid smoke rings at 225F. The GMG's peaked lid creates slightly better convection, which I noticed as a more even bark on brisket. The Camp Chef's flatter lid is traditional, and the results are still very good.

For quick cooks like chicken or burgers, both reach 400 to 450F in about 15 minutes. The Camp Chef's larger grate means you can cook more burgers at once. For a family cookout, that matters.

Features and Tech

WiFi is the difference maker. The GMG app connects quickly, shows real time temp graphs, and lets you set alerts for target temps. I use it on every cook, even short ones. Knowing I can walk inside and still keep an eye on things is liberating.

The Camp Chef has no app, no WiFi, no Bluetooth. You walk to the grill, look at the display, and make adjustments. It is simple and reliable, but it feels dated in 2026. Even budget grills are starting to include WiFi, and the DLX 24 misses this trend.

Camp Chef's counter punch is the Ash Kickin cleanout. This is genuinely one of the best features on any pellet grill at any price. Pull the lever, dump the ash, done. The GMG requires removing the heat deflector and vacuuming. I clean the Camp Chef after every cook. The GMG? I procrastinate.

The Camp Chef also includes a meat probe. The GMG does not. Small detail, but if you do not already own a meat thermometer, that saves you a separate purchase.

Value for Money

The Camp Chef DLX 24 is the better value on paper. More cooking space, better build, longer warranty, ash cleanout, and a meat probe included. All at a lower price. It is genuinely hard to beat.

But WiFi is a multiplier. It makes every cook better. If you plan to use this grill two or three times a week for years, the cumulative convenience of WiFi adds up. That is why the GMG edges ahead despite losing on nearly every other spec. The question is whether WiFi is worth paying more for less cooking space and a shorter warranty. For me, the answer is yes.

Use Case Showdown

• For overnight cooks: GMG wins. WiFi monitoring from bed is the difference between a perfect brisket and a dried out one.
• For families of four or more: Camp Chef wins with 570 sq in of primary cooking space.
• For easy cleanup: Camp Chef wins with the Ash Kickin system.
• For portability: GMG wins at 68 lbs. You can move it solo. The Camp Chef at 119 lbs needs two people.
• For pure budget value: Camp Chef wins. Lower price, more grill, longer warranty.

The Verdict

Buy the GMG Daniel Boone Prime Plus if WiFi connectivity is a priority and you value being able to monitor cooks remotely. It is lighter, tech forward, and produces excellent smoke. You trade cooking space and build heft for convenience.

Buy the Camp Chef SmokePro DLX 24 if you want the most grill for the money and do not care about WiFi. Better build, more space, longer warranty, and the Ash Kickin cleanout. It is a fantastic grill that just happens to lack a phone app.