Traeger Tailgater

Name: Traeger Tailgater
Brand: Traeger

Ranked #6 of 7 in Best Portable Pellet Grills and Pellet/Gas Combo Grills (2026). Here is every spec we scored, where it came from, and how it compares.

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Traeger Tailgater

Best for: A folding-leg Traeger for tailgates and camping

1.9/10

What we like

Nearly double the Ranger's space for 2 lb more
Folding legs

Watch out for

No Wi-Fi
Needs AC power

Score breakdown

Total cooking area 33%

Pellet hopper capacity 11%

Weight 17%

Wi-Fi / app control (listed) 17%

Direct-flame searing (listed) 11%

Gas grill or griddle side 11%

Total cooking area	300 sq in
Pellet hopper capacity	8 lb
Weight	62 lb
Wi-Fi / app control (listed)	No
Direct-flame searing (listed)	No
Gas grill or griddle side	No
Warranty	Not listed
Cooking space	300 sq in
Hopper	8 lb
Max temperature	450 °F
Weight	62 lb
Connectivity	Not equipped with WiFIRE (Traeger)
Capacity (Traeger)	12 burgers or 3 rib racks or 2 chickens
Price	Check price