Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve used this 3 times so far — brisket, turkey breast and ribs. All pretty good but still experimenting especially on brisket to get it right. Really an amazing product. Unsure on accuracy or probe but am testing. Great bark and nice smoke flavor.

Great product havent made in anything in it that wasnt delicious. Only downside is thats its a little on the small side in terms of cooking area so you have to be creative.

While I am not new to smoking, this is the first smoker I have ever used. I previously smoked using my propane BBQ which requires constant attention to make sure the temperature stays where you want it to be. I have seen other smokers though and am familiar with how they work. The main drawback of the GE indoor smoker is the small size compared to outdoor smokers. That being said, being a unit that can be used indoors gives it so many advantages over other smokers, especially in northern climates like where I live. Now I can smoke year round, rain or shine, even if it's freezing outside! In my opinion, this more than makes up for the limited capacity. I've made 2 things with this smoker so far, here is my experience: 1. A recipe from the recipe book that comes with the unit for S'mores. This was a disaster, it almost seems like no one actually tried this recipe before publishing it. First, it says to use a temperature of 140 F - the unit does not allow you to go this low, the lowest temp is 170 F, so this is what I started with. The estimated time for the marshmallows to slightly brown is given as 6-8 minutes in the recipe - it ended up actually taking almost an hour and I raised the temp to 240 F after about 15 minutes. The marshmallows did finally brown slightly, but after so long in the smoker, both marshmallows and chocolate had been completely dried out. So instead of gooey, melty s'mores, we had some hard crunchy things that tasted like cardboard. If I were to try this again, I would use the max temperature (300F) and hope the marshmallows browned and got gooey instead of drying out. I am only knocking off 1 star for this because I'm mainly concerned about how this unit performs with meat which is what we'll talk about next. 2. Pork Back ribs. Here I used the rub recipe from the included recipe book, but I did a 3-2-0.5 smoke on them - that is 3 hours level 5 smoking unwrapped at 225F, then 2 hours just cooking (no smoke) wrapped in foil with some butter and brown sugar added, and then 1/2 hour cooking unwrapped after brushing my favorite BBQ sauce just to caramelize. These ribs were just awesome! Great bark, just shy of fall of the bone tender, nice smoky flavor, all the fat was rendered nicely, better than most ribs I've had in any restaurant - couldn't be happier with the result! Some other notes, GE claims 3 full racks of ribs can fit in this unit - this is probably only true if your rack are on the small side. 2 racks would comfortably fit however. Smart HQ app is nice to use and seems to provide full control over the unit remotely, so you can control your cook even if you're not at home. One other big advantage of this unit is that pellet usage is quite low compared to conventional smokers, so far I have done about 4 hours of smoking and still haven't completely used the 1 lb pellet bag that came with the unit. Clean up is also pretty easy, the internal racks are dishwasher safe and the inside can be wiped down with warm soapy water for cleanup. The water from pellet waste bin can be strained, and the bin it self just needs a rinse after emptying. Overall, I think I will be using this unit a fair bit and I am very happy with the performance. It is a bit pricey, but being able to smoke whenever you feel like it, makes it worth it!

Works like bbq. No smoke indoors. Easy on pellet usage

This GE Profile smart Indoor smoker is pretty amazing to say the least. I was pleased at how sleek it looks once I got it unboxed and on the counter. There are some vertical racks that have to be installed and then you are good to go. They just kind of snap into place. Not hard but definitely read the instructions that come with it. There is also a Recipe book that comes with the unit too. Has lots of good information inside. Also one bag of wood pellets to get you started. I decided for the first smoke that I would do a rack of ribs as that is what I had handy. I prepared my ribs with a dry rub and allowed the smoker to preheat. The preheat process seemed to take about 20 minutes. I set the unit to the pre-programmed setting for pork ribs. 235* for 6 hours and a smoke level of 5. I prepped the auger with wood chips prior to preheating the smoker which allows the wood chips to become fully seated into place for smoking. (This step is in the instruction booklet). A full rack of ribs will not fit on the shelf/rack so I had to cut it in half, then it was not an issue. During the smoking process there was zero smoke coming out of the vent in the front, the house smelled great. But there was quite a bit of heat which did heat up the kitchen a bit. As this is designed to be on your counter top, i'm not sure it was designed to actually be under a cabinet as I have mine. The reason I say this is the cabinet above also heated up and the door knobs got a little hot and inside the cabinet had some heat too. So if you are forced to place this under a cabinet then make sure there is nothing thats going to get ruined by the heat this produces. Luckily the cabinet above the smoker was just glassware and plates ect. I certainly wouldn't use this smoker under a cabinet that has any chocolate ect...haha don't want that to melt. Its not going to get hot enough to start a fire so there is no worry there but just be cautious about where you place this smoker. The control knob and the interface are easy to use and understand. again read the instructions. Also there is a bit of a hummmm from the auger turning the wood chips but it is pretty quiet. Overall I will give this 4 out of 5 stars simply because of the way it heats up the cabinet above the smoker. The ribs came out darn near perfect, they had a nice crust on the outside with a smoke ring on the inside and the meat was super moist and fell off the bone. Also the smoker was easy to clean, the racks and drip pan went into the dishwasher and the inside was wiped out with a wash cloth and some soapy water.

My first reaction, this thing is wayyy too expensive. It's some kind of goofy over engineered crowd funded piece of nonsense, that is outrageously priced. It arrived, I smoked three things with it, and I looked at regular old outdoor smokers. OK, I totally changed my mind. This thing is pretty darn amazing. So the big selling idea, I will use this far more casually and often than I have ever used an outdoor smoker. It just flat out works. It isn't for everybody. You can't cook 5 racks of ribs in it (only 2). You can't smoke a whole turkey. It requires no skill to use (I guess pellet smokers require a lot less skill than a true smoker). What it does really well - smoke food and lets virtually no smoke smell into your house. That's correct - frying onions gives off far more odor than this smoker. Close up while running, there's a slight campfire smell. I made three things from the cookbook, salmon, a whole chicken, and prime rib. This was some of the best smoked food I have ever eaten. It was pretty darn easy to use. I made a few mistakes along the way - opened the door without pressing the "clear smoke" button (yeah, guess what happened - tons of smoke came out - because the chamber is full of smoke). Forgot to put water in the waste bin (oddly, that wasn't really a problem - maybe more smoke got in the house). None of those mistakes ruined my food. Yeah the controls are completely counterintuitive - you press this then twist that, then touch this, touch that, then press this - nothing logical at all. The intuitive app really helps with setting the thing up. But the app is the most annoying app ever made - it loves to ping. While cooking the chicken the app gave me maybe 50 notifications. If you ever open the door (even if it's turned off) the silly app does a notification. The economics. Price of admission seemed really high. Until I looked at Traeger smokers - well this thing is priced about the same place as those smokers with WiFi. Except, I have to use them outdoors. Pellet savings isn't a thing with this smoker, even though it uses almost no pellets to smoke. Oh no, not at all. The little bags they sell for this smoker are heinously expensive - or really darn close to what you would pay for a 20 pound bag. And you can't buy little bags of pellets anywhere else. If you want variety of smoke - you'll have to buy the small expensive bags or buy a lot of 20 pound bags that will last a million years. This thing only uses about 1/2 cup of pellets to smoke for 4 hours. And the real cherry on top - I'll use this thing for casual smoking. I'll make smoked peach cobbler (included in recipe book), or smoked cocktail cherries (included in recipe book), or smoked vegetarian food. I'd never go start up a smoker outside to do those things. And I'll smoke more meat with it. There are two major nasty annoyances. The temperature probe couldn't be designed worse. It is down right ridiculous. The thing plugs into a jack that has a spring loaded cover, and uses a 1/4" jack that sticks straight out from the wall. It has to be installed during pre-heat, so the whole thing gets hot (now try to put that in what you are cooking). If you install after pre-heat you have to find a way to lift that stupid hot jack cover. And then like total baffoons, there are 90 degree 1/4" jacks - that would make the wire route far better inside the unit, and be a million times easier to use. The cable is springy stiff, and doesn't go where I wanted it to go - mostly prevented the door from closing. The drip pan design is just plain awful. You're not supposed to line it with aluminum foil - something about being close to the heating element. The pan gets crusty - super crusty. You have to buy their specially sized aluminum drip pans. This thing doesn't look like any smoker ever built before. It is pretty. But doggone, it can smoke stuff, indoors.

[Smart Indoor Smoker Review] The GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker arrived in a very premium box, excellently packed. It featured handles on both the outer and inner boxes, greatly easing the carrying experience, especially for those without assistance. The packaging prominently displays the smoker's functions, providing a clear overview of its capabilities. Unboxing was a breeze, with the smoker securely encased in hard foam, ensuring damage-free delivery. The inclusion of the racks, temperature probe, drip pan tray, counter drip tray, and cleaning brush are thoughtfully arranged for economical packaging. The user manual provides straightforward setup instructions and a helpful guide. Inside the box, you'll find the Smart Indoor Smoker unit, three cooking racks, two rack mounts, an internal drip pan, a counter drip pan, a magnetically-held temperature probe, a sample bag of GE wood pellets by KONA, and a cleaning brush. The attached power plug at the back is non-removable, a minor inconvenience. The smoker exudes a premium feel – sturdy and substantial at about 20 lbs. While one person can lift it post-unboxing, an extra pair of hands ensures safer positioning on the counter. The stainless steel racks and side rails are a testament to its quality build. Mounting the racks is tool-free and intuitive. They securely clip onto metal nubs inside the smoker. The sleek design includes a counter drip pan for effortless post-cooking cleanup. The magnetic holder for the temperature probe is a thoughtful, high-quality touch. Dimension-wise, the smoker is a 17-inch cube (length, width, depth), exclusive of the cooking area. The top-located wood feeding slot, complete with a visible auger, mimics outdoor pellet grills in design and functionality. Its size, slightly larger than an air fryer and akin to a microwave in width, necessitates some counter space consideration. [Cooking Review] As a seasoned backyard griller with a range of smokers at my disposal (electric, acorn, traditional lump charcoal, and a pellet smoker/grill), I approached the GE Smart Indoor Smoker with a comparative lens. True to its name, the smoker allows indoor smoking without the resultant smoke typically filling the kitchen or home – a revolutionary feature for apartment dwellers or those with limited outdoor space. [Pros] > Ease of Use: The set-and-forget nature, complemented by the GE Smart HQ app and the included temperature probe, spares you from repeatedly opening the smoker for temperature checks. > Flavor Profile: Smoking a brisket in it, I found the smoke flavor ranged from mild to moderate, allowing the beef's robust flavor to shine through. The notes from the simple salt, pepper, and mustard rub were distinctly perceptible. > Functionality: What sets this smoker apart from my electric smoker is its self-feeding hopper and auger, akin to an outdoor pellet grill. The water tray for spent pellets simplifies cleanup. [Cons] > Aroma Dispersal: Like an air fryer, its vents do release cooking aromas throughout the house. > Interior Space Limitations: I used a 13lb, 18-inch brisket, trimmed to fit the smoker's 16-inch maximum length. Larger cuts common in outdoor smoking aren't feasible here. > Smoke Ring: The resultant smoke ring was faint, although this could be due to the provided sample pellets. The flavor was present but differed from what I achieve with oak or mesquite chips in my other smokers. [Conclusion] Rating this experience, I'd give the smoker a 7/10 overall, surpassing my electric smoker but with room for improvement. The ease of use scores a perfect 10/10, flavor profile an 8/10, and appearance an 8/10. The unit excels in delivering flavor, crucial in cooking. The brisket's tenderness and taste were on point, following my usual outdoor smoking method but with the convenience of being indoors. However, the price point is a consideration. It's a valuable addition for indoor cooks or those new to smoking, but the cost, size limitations, and lack of color options might give one pause. A price reduction, increased cooking area, and color variety could make it a more compelling choice for a broader audience.

While relatively small, it works great for small items or doing test batches. Obviously won't get a brisket in this thing. However it works well with wings, sirloin, chicken, turkey, wings, etc. I bought it primarily to be able to use for small items and as an extra piece for when I am smoking for gatherings. It provides a decent smokey flavor and aroma to the food, while absorbing it all within the machine itself. Cooks well and does a great job at holding temp.

I got this right before Christmas and I was super excited. When the box arrived I was slightly concerned about it being able to fit in my kitchen. I didn’t really need to worry about it. There were 2 layers of boxes that made everything about 6 inches larger on each side. It’s probably the size of a large microwave (on the outside). I put this together Christmas Day and used it immediately. The app to download is not super apparent, it’s on the bag of pellets and a picture of the app is included. Putting this together, make sure you look at the pictures on here and the directions. There is a particular way to put in the shelf holders. Also, the drip pan goes on the bottom shelf slide. There is a covering over the digital display. It feels like it should not come off, but it does. Cooking food: I smoked some ham and twice baked potato casserole. The shelves width was too narrow for 6x6 casserole dishes with the shelf holders in so I went with smaller dishes. I used the included pellets. On the app once you sync with the smoker you decide the temperature, time and smoke level. You also have to accept the instructions on the smoker itself or the smoker will turn off. I had set this to smoke at 200 for 2 hours. After that time the smoker sets itself to warm. I did notice the smell of the smoke in my kitchen. You may be able to smoke a whole brisket at one time if you cut it into quarters ( you can smoke up to 12 hours). I think the pellet hopper can handle that also. If you want to smoke rib. You may need to cut the ribs in half length wise. A few improvements I would like to see: Even 1” wider would allow for a 6x6 dish If you have a setting in the app, you should not need to confirm this on the smoker. Handles at the top would have been helpful. A way to hang meat from the top would be very nice

So far, it's OK, after the first 2 initial uses. After some research combined with the experience, I've learned to err on the side of lengthening the cook time while decreasing the suggested temps. First attempts resulted in the probe hitting the internal temp much faster than the suggested smoking-time, which made this thing more of a convection oven, than a smoker. Perhaps different pellets will yield more smoky flavors per a traditional smoker. Used on my kitchen counter with no issues, didn't put anything special underneath it for the heat (we have a quartz countertop) and it does not smoke up the house, But there is an aroma of smoked meats lingering after use, but its not annoying or strong (wife didn't complain). Easy to clean the inside parts, except the drain pan, which now has unremovable grease stains after 2 uses (even after soaking, did not want to use anything abrasive to clean the pan). I was fortunate to pay the member price, cause I'd be a bit more disappointed in this, if I paid full retail price.

I love this smoker, we live in an apartment and it allows me to still slow smoke meats that I would otherwise not be able to. I do whish the cavity was a little wider and deeper. You won't fit a full size brisket or chicken in this.

Overall this a great little smoker. Two wishes: a bit larger capacity and better circulation to make all the inside same temp; a dozen chicken legs had final temps spread from 150 to almost 190. Easy to use, easy to clean and sparing on use of pellets. Be sure to use 100% hard wood pellets. For me I can work around the two minuses above

Finally got to try it out and was impressed with the way it smoked and cooked

It works well but my first blew a fuse the taste great good Best Buy warranty

Easy to use, finally used it a week after getting and look forward to using it again soon