CHEFBBQ vs Z GRILLS 2.0
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CHEFBBQ
This app connects to a smart barbecue thermometer via Bluetooth to monitor cooking temperatures in real time. It sends notifications when preset temperature alarms are reached, helping users achieve perfect results.
- Real-time temperature monitoring
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Customizable temperature alarms
- Push notifications
- Ringtone alerts
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This product is a device that monitors the temperature of a user's barbecue in real time: The mobile phone APP (CHIFBIBIQ) connects to the device through Bluetooth. After the device successfully connects to the APP, the device will transmit the detected temperature data to the APP through Bluetooth broadcast mode, According to the alarm value set by the user, when the temperature reaches the set value, the APP terminal will notify the user through a ringing tone and push.
Z GRILLS 2.0
Control your pellet grill remotely, adjust temperatures, and monitor food doneness. Discover a wide variety of recipes and grilling techniques to elevate your barbecue skills. Access product manuals and support for a seamless grilling experience.
- Remote grill temperature control
- Food internal temperature monitoring
- Recipe and technique library
- Timer settings
- Device naming and customization
- Access to product manuals
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Z Grills started out as a manufacturer of pellet grills for several of the top brands in the industry. The Z Grills brand was founded in 2016. Z Grills has quickly become one of the most respected brands in pellet grills. We provide high-quality pellet grills at honest prices so that everyone can enjoy the taste of firewood. Z GRILLS' latest app puts delicious food at your fingertips! Take control of your barbecue process anytime, anywhere, access barbecue recipes for all tastes, learn from professionals, and become a better barbecue master through the mobile app. It's time to solve your barbecue problem with Z GRILLS' latest app! Features: ※ Brand new appearance and user interface, simple connection via WiFi or Bluetooth, hands-free, no need to wait. ※Set or adjust the barbecue temperature at any time, monitor the internal temperature of the food, and set the timer through the APP, so that the deliciousness is under control. ※Contains a wide range of special recipes and barbecue techniques, covering grilling and baking, so that you can master new skills at any time and make fresh and delicious flavors. ※Custom settings allow you to name your device independently, and the personalized design is intimate and convenient. ※Timely access to product manuals and quick start guides, so that you can get technical and service support more conveniently.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Z GRILLS 2.0 at 2.6 against CHEFBBQ's 2.2. Z GRILLS 2.0 also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 28%). CHEFBBQ's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Z GRILLS 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 2.6 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33 and 85 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of CHEFBBQ's written reviews are positive against 55% of Z GRILLS 2.0's.
CHEFBBQ ships an update every 3 weeks, Z GRILLS 2.0 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CHEFBBQ | Z GRILLS 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (33 ratings) | 2.6 (85 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.8% of reviews | 54.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 33 | 85 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 小金 吴 | Taylor Technology Company |
Customer experience
CHEFBBQ
Z GRILLS 2.0
Bugs and requests
CHEFBBQ
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Z GRILLS 2.0
Reported bugs
3 issues- Freezing and crashing issues
- Unreliable temperature readings
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
Requested features
4 requests- More customization options
- Improved notification system
- Remote access from outside the home
- Smoother app-grill integration
In-app purchases
CHEFBBQ
No in-app purchases
Z GRILLS 2.0
No in-app purchases









