Traeger Woodridge Elite vs Yoder Smokers YS640s: the numbers, side by side
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Verdict from the verified data
The Traeger Woodridge Elite gives you more cooking area per dollar (1.86 vs 2.52 $/sq in). The Yoder Smokers YS640s answers back with WiFi, direct-flame searing, a 10-year warranty.
How do the Traeger Woodridge Elite and Yoder Smokers YS640s compare on paper?
| Traeger Woodridge Elite | Yoder Smokers YS640s | |
|---|---|---|
| Verified price | $1800 | $2699 |
| Total cooking area | 970 sq in | 1070 sq in |
| Price per sq in | $1.86 | $2.52 |
| Hopper capacity | 24 lb | 20 lb |
| Max temperature | 500°F | n/a |
| WiFi control | Yes | Yes |
| Direct-flame searing | n/a | Yes |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
| Our weighted score | not yet scored | 8.5/10 |
Highlighted cells mark the better verified number. Rank on this site is the tested editorial pick; the score is the weighted measure (how we test).
What do owners actually complain about?
Traeger Woodridge Elite
No recurring owner complaints have cleared our verification bar yet.
Yoder Smokers YS640s
- Some rust on door/lid edges over time
- Electronics/igniter issues reported by a minority of owners
- Higher pellet consumption vs lighter grills
- Slight left-right temp gradient noted in some tests
- Rust on paint/coating and grates, especially humid or coastal areas
Complaint patterns come from verified owner reports gathered during our research passes, kept on file.
Common questions about this matchup
Which is bigger, the Traeger Woodridge Elite or the Yoder Smokers YS640s?
The Yoder Smokers YS640s has the larger verified cooking area at 1070 sq in, against 970 sq in. Whether that matters depends on how many racks of ribs you run at once.
Which costs less?
At verified regular prices the Traeger Woodridge Elite is the cheaper grill at $1800, versus $2699. Sale prices move; the check-price buttons always show today's number.
Which has the better warranty?
Both carry a 10-year warranty.