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Best Temperature Controller Right Now

Hank_Stamper
Hank_Stamper Posts: 20
in EggHead Forum

My Flame Boss 100 is giving up the ghost, so I’m planning to purchase a new temperature controller in the next few months.  Last I heard the FB 200 was the state of the art, but I’m wondering if anything better has come out or if anything is supposed to come out in the next few months that’s worth waiting for.

 

Thanks.

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  • noveggske
    noveggske Posts: 38
    There is a flameboss 300 that is just being released.  The Smobot is also crowd funding right now but it requires modifying the daisy wheel which I don't think is a great option... 
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  • lkapigian
    lkapigian Posts: 11,549
    If you want expandability, Stoker is king ( but a PITA for non techy people to set up )
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • PatBateman
    PatBateman Posts: 33
    I purchased a CyberQ during their St Pats sale (20% off) and directly asked the sales rep if they were placed on sale because something was coming out to replace them... She said that there was something in the works, but would not give a time-table for release. Just an FYI for anyone in the market right now.
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  • Kent8621
    Kent8621 Posts: 843
    I have the FB300 and the only complaint I have is that I slept through the notifications on an overnight cook.  it ran hot because I forgot to close the vents trying to get to bed at midnight after a 70 hour work week, so my fault not the FB.

    2 Large Eggs - Raleigh, NC

    Boiler Up!!

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  • Cookbook_Chip
    Cookbook_Chip Posts: 1,299
    +1 Stoker 
    Lovin' my Large Egg since May 2012 (Richmond, VA) ... and makin' cookbooks at https://FamilyCookbookProject.com
    Stoker II wifi, Thermapen, and a Fork for plating photo purposes
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  • Mikea5232
    Mikea5232 Posts: 76
    I just bought the cyber q,  the differences between the flameboss 300 and the cyberq are what?   Flameboss has a graph? 
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  • michigan_jason
    michigan_jason Posts: 1,346
    I like my digiq dx2, but honestly after years of egging, I rarely use the thing! 



    "Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity, and are able to turn both to their advantage."

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  • dgordon2nc
    dgordon2nc Posts: 100
    Just bought cyberq here on the st pats say sale. I love it!
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  • tarheelmatt
    tarheelmatt Posts: 9,867
    Nothing against you, but I don't care for these posts. It's subjective really. 

    I find the Party Q to be the right choice for me. I don't have AC really close to my table and don't want to rely on that, so I like the battery options. Costco batteries are cheap. 

    Only time I need one is for overnight baby sitting g, otherwise I'll monitor.  
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  • eggingout1983
    eggingout1983 Posts: 83
    Cyber Q 
    Toronto,  Ontario,  Large, Large, Mini Max
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  • Thomasc18
    Thomasc18 Posts: 197
    Mark. Intertested in what you all have to say
    Madison, AL
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  • Legume
    Legume Posts: 15,936
    Only 14 replies and I think every kind of controller has already been mentioned except the TIptop thing.  Anyone have a pic and pros of that one?

    Why is HeavyG is 3x faster with a screwdriver than CarolinaQ?

    Why so cranky Matt?  Nerves?
    THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER
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  • Jeepster47
    Jeepster47 Posts: 3,827
    tarheelmatt said:
    Nothing against you, but I don't care for these posts. It's subjective really. 

    I find the Party Q to be the right choice for me. I don't have AC really close to my table and don't want to rely on that, so I like the battery options. Costco batteries are cheap. 

    Only time I need one is for overnight baby sitting g, otherwise I'll monitor.  
    @tarheelmatt ... in general you're correct.  Our love for a particular controller is very subjective.  But, most posters in this thread, just like you, explained their reason(s) for why they think their controller is best.  That's the real value in threads like this one.

    I like to see a plot of what has happened with the pit temp and how the protein is reacting over time.  Thus, my DigiQ has not seen the light of day for almost two years.  The Flameboss 200 satisfies my lust for graph porn ... my SmoBot is also a great option.

    As to battery operation, all of the controllers will run on an external lithium ion battery pack.

    @Kent8621 ... a longer and louder and more obnoxious ring tone is needed your smartphone.  Or a wife who sleeps lighter than you do! 

    Washington, IL  >  Queen Creek, AZ ... Two large eggs and an adopted Mini Max

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  • tarheelmatt
    tarheelmatt Posts: 9,867
    Legume said:
    Only 14 replies and I think every kind of controller has already been mentioned except the TIptop thing.  Anyone have a pic and pros of that one?

    Why is HeavyG is 3x faster with a screwdriver than CarolinaQ?

    Why so cranky Matt?  Nerves?
    I'm on edge Bean.  

    Not only is this game on my mind, we have a mouthy three year old tonight that, with about three personalities.  
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  • tarheelmatt
    tarheelmatt Posts: 9,867
    Jeepster47 said:
    tarheelmatt said:
    Nothing against you, but I don't care for these posts. It's subjective really. 

    I find the Party Q to be the right choice for me. I don't have AC really close to my table and don't want to rely on that, so I like the battery options. Costco batteries are cheap. 

    Only time I need one is for overnight baby sitting g, otherwise I'll monitor.  
    @tarheelmatt ... in general you're correct.  Our love for a particular controller is very subjective.  But, most posters in this thread, just like you, explained their reason(s) for why they think their controller is best.  That's the real value in threads like this one.

    I like to see a plot of what has happened with the pit temp and how the protein is reacting over time.  Thus, my DigiQ has not seen the light of day for almost two years.  The Flameboss 200 satisfies my lust for graph porn ... my SmoBot is also a great option.

    As to battery operation, all of the controllers will run on an external lithium ion battery pack.

    @Kent8621 ... a longer and louder and more obnoxious ring tone is needed your smartphone.  Or a wife who sleeps lighter than you do! 
    No, I get the post, but no one will every come out of this saying "Hmm... that tipsy turvy twirly thing is the cats meow".  

    It seems too that some folks believe they need these controllers on every cook instead of learning their cooker.  

    Maybe I am cranky... Sorry.  
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    My YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hussey
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  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
    Sold mine. Personally I don't see the need for one with the egg. If you take the time to prep it; clean it out, stack good lump, etc. it'll ride as long as needed. 
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
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  • JohnInCarolina
    JohnInCarolina Posts: 34,739
    A good old-fashioned chair and beer seems to work for me.  
    "I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike

    "The truth is, these are not very bright guys, and things got out of hand." - Deep Throat
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    JohnInCarolina said:
    A good old-fashioned chair and beer seems to work for me.  
    That and the bottom vent.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • blasting
    blasting Posts: 6,262
    I'm with @Jeremiah .  Sold my controller and never looked back.
    Phoenix 
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  • Jeepster47
    Jeepster47 Posts: 3,827
    Luddites, one and all!!!

    Washington, IL  >  Queen Creek, AZ ... Two large eggs and an adopted Mini Max

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  • Hntnhrd
    Hntnhrd Posts: 713
    So far the bottom vent open a little and the daisy wheel have worked real well. ;)
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  • LKNEgg
    LKNEgg Posts: 339
    Vote for the FB 200!  I like it for simplicity, graphs, and works as advertised.  Like others, rarely use except for 5 plus hr cooks or overnight!
    Large BGE - 2014
    FB 200, KAB, AR - 2015
    Lake Norman area of NC
    The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten!
    Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing!
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  • lkapigian
    lkapigian Posts: 11,549
    DoubleEgger said:
    Buy a Stoker if you like cursing and aggravation coupling with terrible customer service. 
    And make sure there is a 10 year old in the house so they can set up the wifi
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • blind99
    blind99 Posts: 4,974
    bgebrent said:
    JohnInCarolina said:
    A good old-fashioned chair and beer seems to work for me.  
    That and the bottom vent.
    Wiseasses 

    i want wifi on everything!
    Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    blind99 said:
    bgebrent said:
    JohnInCarolina said:
    A good old-fashioned chair and beer seems to work for me.  
    That and the bottom vent.
    Wiseasses 

    i want wifi on everything!
    Cheater newbie  =)
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • Canugghead
    Canugghead Posts: 13,721
    Legume said:
    ...
    Why is HeavyG is 3x faster with a screwdriver than CarolinaQ?
    ...
    took him 9 minutes longer to reply though, go figure  =)
    canuckland
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  • 4Runner
    4Runner Posts: 2,948
    Stoker. Easy to setup and very stable.  No issues and I have about 7 years experience.   
    Joe - I'm a reformed gasser-holic aka 4Runner Columbia, SC Wonderful BGE Resource Site: http://www.nakedwhiz.com/ceramicfaq.htm and http://www.nibblemethis.com/  and http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/2006/02/recipes.html
    What am I drinking now?   Woodford....neat
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