The Backyard Beast 1200 delivers recteq’s signature performance and rugged durability in a powerhouse pellet grill that’s built for the serious backyard pitmaster. We’re talking neighborhood cookout, feed-the-whole-team big, with the perfect balance of high-capacity grilling and everyday convenience. With precise set-it-and-forget-it PID control, this wood pellet grill automatically adjusts temperature in real time, whether you're going low and slow at 180°F or searing at a blazing 700°F. Plus, with the recteq app, you can monitor and adjust your cooks in real time, so you get unbeatable wood-fired flavor with zero guesswork. Built like a tank with heavy-duty stainless steel components, this grill is made to last — and made to impress. With the Backyard Beast 1200, you’ll never eat bad BBQ again.
FEATURES:
1220 square inches of grill space is enough to serve the neighborhood
A 30-lb hopper gives you 30 hours of continuous cook time
Temperature range of 180°F to 700°F gives you the versatility to bake, sear, smoke, grill, dehydrate, and more
Max temperature of 700°F means the Backyard Beast 1200 gets hotter than any other pellet grill brand at this size, for hotter and faster grilling
Rock solid PID temp control keeps temperature within 5ºF of the set point
Wi-Fi enabled means perfect BBQ is only one tap away using the recteq app
Dual-band Wi-Fi to ensure you get a more consistent connection with your grill
Built like a tank with sturdy stainless steel components for a lifetime of wood fired flavor
Cast-iron heat deflector helps distribute heat throughout the grill for even cooking
Two meat probes ensure you get full insight into your cook via the recteq app
Fire up with the push of a button, no lighter fluid or checking gas
Ceramic igniter rated for more than 100,000 lighting cycles provides a lifetime of easy starts
100% US-Based TEQ Team customer support to ensure you get the best experience with your grill
Industry-leading bumper to bumper warranty means you can buy with confidence
SPECIFICATIONS:
General
Warranty (Yrs)
6
Assembly Time (Minutes)
30
Direct Flame Grilling
No
Hopper Capacity (LBS)
30
Minimum Temp (°F)
180
Maximum Temp (°F)
700
Total Cooking Space (Sq. In.)
1220
Total Space With Second Shelf
1220
Riot Mode
No
Grill components
Wifi Enabled PID Controller
Yes
Power Source
110 Volt AC GFCI Outlet
Temperature Probes
2
Stainless Steel Barrel
Yes
Interior Lighting
No
Grill Grate Material
304 Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel Front-Folding Shelf
Optional
Cast Iron Deflector
Yes
Number of Grill Grates
2
BACKYARD BEAST 1200 INTERIOR
1,220 square inches
Standard cooking area
- Space for days: With the sliding second rack in, you will be able to fit your choice of 50 burgers or eight racks of baby back ribs at a time. Grill 126 chicken wings or nine pork butts in one go.
- More stainless steel: The Backyard Beast 1200 features a sturdy stainless steel firepot, two 1/4" grill grates, a drip pan, and a durable cast iron heat deflector. Not only do you get a flawless, even cook every time, but it's also easy to clean.
- Built to last: Our stainless steel grates are built to last, and the Backyard Beast’s HotFlash Ceramic Ignition system is rated at over 100,000 lighting cycles.
BACKYARD BEAST 1200 EXTERIOR
- Sturdy stainless steel: The Backyard Beast is equipped with more stainless steel than any other grill in its class, from the cooking chamber to the iconic micro-polished bull horn handles. Lift the lid and it's easy to feel the trademark recteq quality.
- Don’t let the shine wear off: The lid cleans easily to maintain a gleaming, like-new appearance.
- Cook to your heart's content: 30-pound hopper capacity for 30 hours of continuous cooking without having to refill.