Monument’s budget-friendly pellet grill has plenty to offer to rival more established wood-burning stove competitors. Find out everything you need to know with our Monument 89679 review.
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With the 89679, Monument has built a remarkable pellet grill for its price. Equipped with 435 square inches of cooking area and an impressive intelligent PID controller, this is the perfect pellet stove for beginners.
★★★★★
The Monument Pellet Grill is one of the latest novelties that you can buy to cook your food deliciously. It allows grilling in a different way and is considered the grilling system of the 21st century. Pellet smoker grills work by combining charcoal, gas and an oven so you can maintain a perfect grilling temperature every time. You no longer have to handle charcoal or gas directly, but can use this method to assign the exact temperature to the cooking process. This is because the grill is equipped with an intelligent PID controller with a manual dial.
The grill measures just over 435 square inches, which means it’s large enough for all of your guests to eat at the same time. When shopping for a grill to cook with, space is of the essence, and Monument didn’t disappoint. To expand cooking space, Monument has added a fold-down front shelf to help when you need some space to organize your food before cooking. The grill is also very durable and easy to maintain. It COMES with cast iron grates, which means YOU won’t notice rust on the product for a long time.
There is an included grease tray which is very helpful in protecting your grill from incursions by meat-smelling animals. Once you purchase this device, you can plug it in anywhere with a power cord that is over 6 feet long. On the side wheels you can easily roll the grill to its final resting place. With all this information, you may have decided if this grill is for you. If you need more information, read on as we discuss the specifications of the product and the handy features used in it.
- ★ Pellet Grill Technology – The right amounts of smoke can add a devilish richness to food…
- ★ LARGE COOKING AREA – 572 square inches of cooking area offers plenty of space for grilling; 408…
- ★ AUTOMATED ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: The automatic ignition system and the automated electrical supply system allow…
First Impressions
This grill has a matte black finish and a dark brown cap. It feels like wood even though it’s not made of wood. The design seems very stable as it has four legs but only has 2 wheels. These wheels are all-weather, which means you can always move the grill if it rains. In this case, stability was traded for mobility. It’s quite large and has an impressive presence. When looking for a portable grill, don’t be fooled into looking your way.
On the side of the grill you will find a fire pit. Allows smoke to escape when the lid is closed. On the other side of the chimney is the ash catcher. When you open the grill you’ll find that it’s large enough to hold about five whole, uncut chickens. Ha, it’s significant. There is also a hidden shelf so you can keep the meat there for later visitors to reheat the food. On the side is a small PID temperature controller with a manual dial. It’s like the ones you find in a safe. Overall, the grill design is successful. It is not obtrusive but looks elegant and useful.
Characteristics
Monument has worked hard to offer this product at a reasonable price while being excellent at its task. A pellet grill is usually quite expensive to buy, so let’s talk the specs to see how it compares.
Smart PID Controller
Many people enjoy wood-smoked food. They often go to restaurants to get a certain quality of food that they like. This is because doing it manually at home has often been a difficult task that can result in food burning or overcooking. It’s heartbreaking to watch videos online about delicious slow-cooked ribs versus burnt and overcooked ribs. Monument changed that. With the pellet system and the intelligent PID controller, you can achieve a constant temperature for as long as necessary. With this system, YOU can deliver meat that melts off the bone after hours of slow cooking. With average grills, you don’t have control over the temperature, and it can mess up an entire dish.
Enclosed Grease Tray
When people grill after cooking, they often close the grill and enjoy their meal and plan to clean the grill the next day. At this time animals, insects and pets can often storm the grill because they smell like leftover meat. You won’t have that problem with the handy included grease tray that Monument has added, which ensures animals don’t get access to your grill. It’s also equipped with an easy ash removal system that allows YOU to maintain this grill while it’s cooking and soon after.
Cooking Area
This grill has over 435 square inches of grilling area, which is huge in comparison. Barbecues are designed for different purposes. Some people prefer smaller grill systems for camping etc. However, this grill is designed to light up your home. It comes with a hinged front shelf that ensures you don’t have to stretch the space while cooking. Everything is relaxed and not squeezed.
Specifications
| Cooking Area | 465 square inches |
| Grid Material | Iron |
| Electrical Cord Length | 6′ 6″. |
| Temperature Control | Manual |
| Wheels | 2 |
Final Verdict
This grill is part of the next generation. It’s not the best YOU can buy, but Monument has gone to great lengths to make it stylish at the same time. It only comes with a one-year warranty, so you should buy the product with that in mind. supports looks good and works very efficiently.
- ★Pellet Grill Technology – The right amounts of smoke can add a devilish richness to food…
- ★ LARGE COOKING AREA – 572 square inches of cooking area offers plenty of space for grilling; 408…
- ★ AUTOMATED ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: The automatic ignition system and the automated electrical supply system allow…
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Assembly Difficult?
The product comes 95% installed and all you need to do is tighten a few screws here and there.
How Long is the Guarantee?
1 Year.
Any Negatives?
One of the downsides of this grill is that while YOU can precisely control the temperature, you don’t know what goes with which meat. Monument obviously doesn’t have a cooking guide that dictates what temperatures are appropriate for what meat. People can burn at the end of their meal as they get used to the machine.
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