REC TEC RT-700 Review: Worth Your Bucks?

    Last Updated on October 13, 2021

    Jim Bob

    Jim Bob

    A long-time contributor to GrillBabyGrill. Jim has had a lifelong relationship with the art of grilling, passed on from his father and grandfather to him.

    Wood pellet grills are a good choice for those who love the taste of delicious smoked foods but don’t want to spend long hours standing over their food. The modern grills now available have a hopper that stores all your pellets and an auger that moves the pellets to a firebox, which then turns the wood into the smoke and heat needed for cooking. With so many wood pellet grills now available, finding the right one can make you feel like tearing your hair out. The REC TEC RT-700 is a solid choice for most grilling enthusiasts.

    This grill comes in a new bundle that includes loads of handy tools such as meat probes that test the temperature of your meats and a hopper that holds 40 pounds of wood pellets. You also get several bags of pellets to get you through a few weeks of smoking and grilling. The included cover keeps the grill safe when stored outside too.

    As one of the only WiFi enabled wood pellet grills on the market, you can easily set the temperature when you’re not next to the grill and adjust the temperature later. You can learn the top reasons why this grill is perfect for your home in this REC TEC RT-700 review.

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    Capable of working with WiFi, the REC TEC RT-700 lets you connect a device to the grill via any wireless signal and keep an eye on your food while you relax inside in the AC or pick up ingredients at the grocery store. It has an automatic lighting system that quickly lights the wood pellets and turns the wood into ash without requiring a fire starter or charcoal. You can use a temperature range of 200 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and change the temperature by five degrees at a time with controls on the grill or through the WiFi connection.

    Included in the bundle package are four bags of wood pellets that give you 200 pounds of natural pellets that you can use in the grill. It also comes with two mesh mats that won’t stick to the grill and a cover that keeps it safe outside. With the six-year warranty, you get good customer support and help from REC too.

    Specifications

    Works with the REC TEC Grills app, which is available as a free download.
    Cool down mode automatically reduces the temperature and cleans the grill.
    Probe A and Probe B use stainless steel.
    LO setting drops the temperature and keeps it at a constant 200 degrees.
    FULL setting works at a 500-degree setting.
    702 square inches of cooking space inside on multiple grates/racks.
    1,054 square inches of space on a second shelf that you can remove.
    Two stainless steel grill grates inside.
    Smoke tray, deflector and other parts made from heavy-duty stainless steel.
    Stainless steel hardware on the exterior will not rust or fail.
    Probe port hole keeps your hands from getting caught on the lid.
    Modular design lets you remove individual parts and replace them without breaking down the grill.
    Integrated heat vents keep the heat away from delicate parts.
    Access panel provides full access to the interior parts.
    Polished bull horn handles designed by REC made from stainless steel.
    Pellet hopper holds 40 pounds of 100% natural wood pellets.
    Includes a cover designed to protect the grill from the outdoor elements.
    Comes with a six-year warranty.
    Temperature range of 200 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Stainless steel exterior will not fade or chip.
    Steel drip pan and ash bucket collect the drips and ashes from the food and pellets.
    Ceramic ignition system.
    Rubber grommets protect the heat vents from damage.
    Two standard and two wheeled legs.
    Large storage rack on the base of the grill.

    Pros

    Smart Grill Technology controller maintains the grill’s temperature for hours.
    Connects to linked devices via a WiFi connection and an app.
    The app is available for both iPhone models and Android devices.
    Lights the wood automatically when you turn the grill on.
    Has a temperature range of 200 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Dual meat probes monitor and test the temperature of two dishes at the same time.
    Features caulk that seals the top to keep moisture out of the grill.
    Works with a standard 110V outlet/power source.
    Can hold up to six racks of ribs or two or more turkeys.
    Stainless steel firepot is indestructible and will last for years.
    Rated for use at 10,000 cooking cycles.
    Interior light lets you view the food inside at all hours of the day or night.
    Maintains a high temperature inside thanks to the smokestack.
    Piano hinge lid lets you open and close the lid thousands of times without breaking.
    Built-in towel ring lets you keep a grilling towel nearby for convenient cleaning.
    Stainless steel cooking chamber is resistant to heat and moisture.

    Cons

    The bundle package is only available from one source.
    REC sometimes ships grills that have rust or come with missing parts.
    It is very expensive
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    Final Thoughts

    Nicknamed the King of the Mountain by REC, the TEC RT-700 is a solid grill that is worth the high price tag and well worth the cost of the bundle set that is now available. We made a comparison of other products, and concluded that the REC TEC grill gets strong reviews from shoppers who loved how easily they assembled it at home and well it cooked their foods. Made from heavy-duty stainless steel, this grill can stand up to anything in your outdoor environment and comes with a cover for added protection.

    Designed to work with 100% natural wood pellets, this grill burns cleaning and efficiently to produce less ash than other grills do. All that ash falls into a small bucket on the side to keep both the grill and the surrounding area clear and clean. You also get bull horn handles designed by REC and a stainless steel ring that holds your grilling towel. With the REC TEC RT-700, you can cook anything you love in a fast and easy way.

    We have the full review of REC TEC grill here and complete list of pellet smokers.

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    Jim B.
    Product Tester, Contributor

    Jim has had a lifelong relationship with the art of grilling, passed on from his father and grandfather to him. To him, grilling is more than just a way to cookit’s a way of life, and his travels have taken him far and wide, around the country and beyond to find the best there is in grilling and techniques. Every product he reviews is painstakingly looked over and tested using his extensive knowledge of the craft and personal experience. He currently lives in Tennessee, though never stays in one place for long.