Weber Searwood 600 vs Yoder Smokers YS640s: the numbers, side by side
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Verdict from the verified data
On our weighted method the Yoder Smokers YS640s scores 8.5 to the Weber Searwood 600's 7.9. The Weber Searwood 600 gives you more cooking area per dollar (1.54 vs 2.52 $/sq in).
How do the Weber Searwood 600 and Yoder Smokers YS640s compare on paper?
| Weber Searwood 600 | Yoder Smokers YS640s | |
|---|---|---|
| Verified price | $999 | $2699 |
| Total cooking area | 648 sq in | 1070 sq in |
| Price per sq in | $1.54 | $2.52 |
| Hopper capacity | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Max temperature | 600°F | n/a |
| WiFi control | Yes | Yes |
| Direct-flame searing | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 10 years |
| Our weighted score | 7.9/10 | 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).
How do they score on our weighted test method?
The same ten-part method every grill on this site runs, weighted by what changes your food most.
| Test | Weight | Weber Searwood 600 | Yoder Smokers YS640s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature accuracy | 15% | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Temperature stability | 15% | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Smoke production | 15% | 7.3/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Build quality | 10% | 8/10 | 10/10 |
| Searing ability | 10% | 8.3/10 | 9/10 |
| Ease of use | 10% | 8.7/10 | 8/10 |
| Cleaning | 10% | 7.3/10 | 7/10 |
| App / controller | 5% | 8.7/10 | 8/10 |
| Pellet efficiency | 5% | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Value | 5% | 8.7/10 | 8/10 |
| Weighted total | 100% | 7.9/10 | 8.5/10 |
Our ten-part weighted method, scored from verified research and bench work. Higher wins each row; a weighted total prints only when all ten dimensions are settled. Full protocol on how we test.
What do owners actually complain about?
Weber Searwood 600
- Ash blowback
- Error codes (e.g. E10)
- Tables/accessories extra
- Smaller hopper requires more frequent refills for long cooks; similar minor pellet flow notes as XL in forums.
- Ash circulation at high heat (Reddit/BBQGuys)
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 Weber Searwood 600 or the Yoder Smokers YS640s?
The Yoder Smokers YS640s has the larger verified cooking area at 1070 sq in, against 648 sq in. Whether that matters depends on how many racks of ribs you run at once.
Which costs less?
At verified regular prices the Weber Searwood 600 is the cheaper grill at $999, 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.