Recteq
Recteq Deck Boss 590
The Recteq Deck Boss 590 is the mid-size workhorse of Recteq's lineup, bringing the same 180-700°F WiFi PID controller and stainless build as its bigger siblings in a family-friendly 590 sq in footprint that fits comfortably on a standard deck or patio. Note: this model is no longer sold new as of 2026. Its current equivalent is the Recteq Deck Boss 900 (RT-900DB). (RT-590 lineage: Deck Boss 590 -> Deck Boss 800 -> Deck Boss 900 (introduced 2026) at $999.99. No verified non-Amazon rating with sufficient count for the discontinued 590)
Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓Same 180-700°F range as Recteq's flagship models, so it sears far hotter than a Traeger Pro or Pit Boss in the same price bracket
- ✓The PID controller holds setpoint with virtually zero temperature spikes for the entire cook - owners report unwavering temps even overnight
- ✓The oversized 30 lb hopper is unusual at this size and gives roughly 30 hours of low-and-slow cooking without a refill
- ✓Stainless steel firepot, drip pan, and grates shrug off rust that eats budget pellet grills within a couple of seasons
- ✓6-year warranty and Recteq's well-regarded US phone support beat nearly everyone in the sub-$1,000 pellet class
- ✓590 sq in is a sweet spot for families - six racks of ribs or four pork butts without heating a cavern of empty space
- ✓Dual-band WiFi and the Recteq app work reliably for remote temp changes and dual meat-probe monitoring
- ✓Adjustable-height legs and a compact footprint make it easier to fit on apartment decks and small patios than full-size competitors
Cons
- ✗No second-tier rack included at the base price, so the advertised capacity is a single grate unless you buy the add-on shelf
- ✗Direct-to-consumer only - no showroom, and freight shipping means a big heavy box and a two-hour assembly job
- ✗The powder-coated barrel areas around the lid can discolor or blister if you run frequent 700°F sear sessions
- ✗Smoke flavor at 250°F+ is mild, as with most efficient PID pellet grills - bark chasers often add a smoke tube
- ✗No pellet-level sensor, so you can still run the hopper dry on long cooks if you forget to check
- ✗The small controller screen is dim in sunlight and the knob interface feels dated next to touchscreen rivals
- ✗At roughly $900 it costs more than similarly-sized Pit Boss and Z Grills units, so the value shows up in longevity not sticker price
- ✗Side shelf, front shelf, and cover are all extra-cost accessories that quickly add $200+ to the real price
Compare the Recteq Deck Boss 590
This model is no longer sold new. Its current equivalent is the Recteq Deck Boss 900 (RT-900DB).
We keep this page for the many still in use and on the used market — specs and honest pros/cons below still apply.
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