Pit Boss Sportsman vs Yoder Smokers YS640s: the numbers, side by side
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Verdict from the verified data
The Pit Boss Sportsman gives you more cooking area per dollar (0.88 vs 2.52 $/sq in).
How do the Pit Boss Sportsman and Yoder Smokers YS640s compare on paper?
| Pit Boss Sportsman | Yoder Smokers YS640s | |
|---|---|---|
| Verified price | $749 | $2699 |
| Total cooking area | 849 sq in | 1070 sq in |
| Price per sq in | $0.88 | $2.52 |
| Hopper capacity | 21 lb | 20 lb |
| Max temperature | 500°F | n/a |
| WiFi control | Yes | Yes |
| Direct-flame searing | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 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?
Pit Boss Sportsman
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 Pit Boss Sportsman or the Yoder Smokers YS640s?
The Yoder Smokers YS640s has the larger verified cooking area at 1070 sq in, against 849 sq in. Whether that matters depends on how many racks of ribs you run at once.
Which costs less?
At verified regular prices the Pit Boss Sportsman is the cheaper grill at $749, versus $2699. Sale prices move; the check-price buttons always show today's number.
Which has the better warranty?
The Yoder Smokers YS640s wins on paper coverage: 10 years against 5.