Meatender WiFi PID Controller for Pit Boss Pellet Grills – App-Enabled Thermostat Replacement

Transform your grill into a connected cooking companion with the Meatender WiFi PID Controller. This replacement thermostat is designed to bring app-enabled control to Pit Boss grills across generations, from compact Navigator models to larger Pro Series units. It respects your existing setup while adding modern convenience, so you can manage cook sessions with greater ease.

At the heart of this controller is a precision PID algorithm that modulates fan and auger activity, delivering stable heat in 1°F steps from 180°F to 500°F. The result is consistent temperature—less guesswork, more confidence when searing, smoking, or performing low-and-slow cooks. Real-world cooks often notice smoother transitions and fewer fluctuations as the grill responds to your target temperature.

App-based control and remote monitoring

Linked to a dedicated mobile app, the unit enables you to monitor cook status and adjust temperatures without standing by the grill. You can start timers, view live progress, and receive alerts when the grill hits your target or when it’s time to add pellets. The system also supports up to two independent meat probes, letting you track internal temps while you manage the cook from afar.

All-season usability

Winter Mode adapts to cold weather by letting you set an ambient temperature in the app. The controller then helps the grill warm up and hold your target temps, so you can cook even on chilly days or late nights without constant babysitting.

Efficiency, safety, and long-term value

Smart modulation helps conserve pellet fuel by optimizing airflow and feed rates, potentially reducing waste compared with non-PID setups. Real-time circuit monitoring provides early detection of shorts or overloads, and an auto cool-down routine runs after cooking to protect critical components and reduce the risk of hopper backfires.

• Broad compatibility with Pit Boss Legacy boards and various model lines, including Navigator, Sportsman, Pro Series, Mahogany, and Onyx Edition variants.
• Remote monitoring of cook status and meat temps via the app; set alerts for precise doneness moments.
• Stable heat from 180°F to 500°F with 1°F increments for versatile cooking styles.
• Winter Mode and ambient temp control to help maintain targets in cold conditions.
• Fuel-efficient operation through intelligent fan and auger modulation.
• Safety features including real-time monitoring and auto cool down for added protection.

Specs at a glance: standard 110–120V AC supply; typical draw in the low-watt range during operation; plug-and-play connectors for power, sensors, and meat probes; compatible with multiple JST/SN and 3.5mm TS interfaces for probes.

• 1°F precision control for steady temps
• Remote app access with two-probe alerts
• Winter Mode support for cold-weather grilling

What you can expect in real-world use is a more connected, easier-to-manage smoking or grilling session, with the option to monitor and adjust without staying by the grill. This setup aims to fit into your routine, not complicate it.