Grill Makers Slash Prices Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Major manufacturers are leveraging the holiday weekend to clear inventory and promote new product lines, with significant reductions on pellet smokers and flat-top griddles.
Major grill manufacturers, including Weber, Traeger, and Recteq, are offering discounts of up to $250 on grills, griddles, and pellet smokers for the Memorial Day 2026 weekend. According to a report by WIRED, these price reductions coincide with the launch of new product lines and the start of the grilling season, with retailers aiming to secure consumer purchases before the summer barbecue period begins.
The deals apply to specific tested models, with Traeger leading several key reductions. The Traeger Timberline, positioned as a luxury cooking station, is available for $200 off the list price. Additionally, the Traeger Woodridge Pro, previously a top pick for pellet smokers, is discounted by $150. The Traeger 3-zone 33-inch backyard griddle, noted for its even heat distribution due to U-shaped burners and carbon steel plates, is $100 off list price.
In the griddle segment, Weber’s Slate series is seeing price adjustments. The 28-inch two-burner Weber Slate griddle has been reduced to $550 from a starting price of $600. These griddles are noted for being rust-resistant and coming pre-seasoned, though users are advised to reseason for maintenance. A more affordable option, the Traeger 2 Zone Flatrock Griddle, is now priced at $700, representing a $100 discount from its list price.
Recteq’s Flagship 1600 pellet smoker is also part of the promotional landscape. While a specific discount figure is not explicitly stated in the summary, it is implied to fall within the "up to $250 off" range. WIRED notes that the Flagship 1600 has slightly edged out the Traeger Woodridge Pro as their top pellet pick due to better heat execution, despite minor app glitches. The unit offers 1,600 square inches of cook space and features a centrally located fire pot for symmetrical heat distribution.
Other manufacturers are participating in the weekend sales. The Masterbuilt 1150, which offers over 1,000 square inches of space and a temperature range of 225°F to 700°F controlled by an electric fan, is $150 off list price. The Kamado Joe Classic Joe is praised for its heat retention and fuel efficiency, though it is not explicitly listed with a discount figure in the provided text. These deals are positioned as the best of the year, targeting consumers looking to invest in equipment before the peak grilling season.
