Weber® iGrill® vs Traeger
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Weber® iGrill®
This app connects to smart grilling thermometers to provide real-time temperature monitoring and timers. It helps take the guesswork out of cooking by offering preset temperatures and graphing capabilities, allowing you to focus on your guests.
- Real-time temperature monitoring
- Multiple timer setup
- Extensive temperature preset library
- Time and temperature graphing
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Access to product manuals and support
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Backed by over 65 years of grilling know-how, Weber takes grilling to the next level with app connected technology. No more wondering if your food is done or when the perfect moment is to flip your steak. It’s time to take the hassle out of grilling with Weber’s newly redesigned Weber iGrill App. Let us focus on the key to a perfect meal- time and temperature- while you spend time with family and friends. The Weber iGrill App provides quick, no hassle, finger-tip access to timers, temperature monitoring, and more. Products compatible with the Weber iGrill App: ● iGrill Mini ● iGrill 2 ● iGrill 3 ● Pulse 1000 ● Pulse 2000 ● Kitchen Thermometer ● Kitchen Thermometer Mini ● iGrill Classic Weber iGrill App Features: ● An all new look and user interface ● Easy in-app connection through Bluetooth® ● Simplified grilling setup straight from the Home Screen ● Extensive temperature preset library for various cuts of meat and fish ● Updated time and temperature graphing ● Grilling by temperature range ● Custom and preset temperatures ● Ability to set up multiple timers at once. Track your grilling session in minutes or hours ● Ability to export temperature graph data ● Custom settings allowing you to name your device and set the probe color indicator to make keeping track of your devices simple ● Access to Product Manuals, Quick Start Guides, and Customer Support ● In-app feedback form Languages Supported: English (UK), English (Australia), German, French (Canada), French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Finnish and Portuguese (Brazil)
Traeger
Control your grill remotely, discover over 1000 wood-fired recipes, and learn cooking techniques from experts. This app provides curated content to enhance your culinary skills and allows you to shop for grilling essentials.
- WiFIRE® grill control
- Over 1000 wood-fired recipes
- Expert cooking tutorials
- Curated content for cooks
- In-app shopping for grilling supplies
- Dealer locator
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The Traeger App puts a world of flavor at your fingertips. Control your grill anytime, anywhere with WiFIRE®, access over 1000 wood-fired recipes, learn from the pros, and receive curated content that helps you become a better cook, all right from your phone. Featuring: • WiFIRE® Control: Adjust grill temperature, monitor internal food temps, set alerts and timers, & more directly through the App. • Learn From the Pros: Detailed videos featuring recipes and tips & tricks put you in the kitchen with your favorite pitmasters and chefs. • Over 1000 Recipes: Access amazing wood-fired recipes that cover everything from BBQ to baked goods. • Follow Your Favorites: Never miss a new recipe from your favorite pitmasters & chefs. • Shop: Order pellets, sauces, rubs, accessories, and everything else the Traeger website has to offer right from the App. • Dealer Locator: Find dealers near you for all of your Traeger needs. Terms of Service: https://www.traeger.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.traeger.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
Weber® iGrill® and Traeger both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Traeger's written reviews are positive against 50% of Weber® iGrill®'s. Traeger also leads on ratings volume (309K vs 30K). Weber® iGrill®'s advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Weber® iGrill® against 4.8 for Traeger. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Traeger has 309K ratings behind it against 30K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Weber® iGrill®'s written reviews are positive against 66% of Traeger's.
Weber® iGrill® ships an update every 2 months, Traeger monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | Weber® iGrill® | Traeger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (30K ratings) | 4.8 (309K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.2% of reviews | 65.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 30K | 309K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 57 MB | 183 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Weber-Stephen Products Co. | Traeger Pellet Grills |
Customer experience
Weber® iGrill®
Traeger
User reviews
Weber® iGrill®
From 30K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Accurate temperature monitoring
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🔥 Helps achieve perfect cooking
- 📊 Useful temperature graphs
Room to improve
- 🔌 Bluetooth connectivity issues
- ⏰ Unreliable alerts and notifications
- 🔍 Cluttered and unintuitive UI
- 🔋 High battery drain
Traeger
From 309K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Reliable and responsive
- 📡 Great WiFi connectivity
- 🍔 Excellent cooking results
- 📋 Helpful recipes and techniques
- 🛠️ Easy to assemble and use
Room to improve
- 🔌 WiFi connectivity issues
- 🔍 Difficult to find recipes
- ⏱️ Inaccurate cooking time estimates
- 💤 Lack of cook history and data tracking
- 🔧 Buggy app updates
Bugs and requests
Weber® iGrill®
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Temperature readings not updating properly
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable temperature alerts
- Ability to name and manage multiple probes
- Estimated time to completion
- Cloud/WiFi connectivity for extended range
Traeger
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues after updates
- Incorrect temperature readings
- Unreliable alerts and notifications
- Login and account problems
Requested features
5 requests- Temperature graphs and cook data tracking
- Ability to save and review past cooks
- More customization options for cooking
- Better integration with smart home devices
- Improved recipe browsing and filtering
In-app purchases
Weber® iGrill®
No in-app purchases
Traeger
No in-app purchases
Questions
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