18 reviews
Wow!!! Picking up the boxes from freight depot yesterday and boxes were all clearly marked and undamaged. Got home and started to unbox. Immediately you could tell this BBQ was packed with pride. So neat, well protected and every bag and box clearly marked by number. Numerous checklists showing all parts had been checked off. Starting the build… Read more · 1
you can see the quality in every part. Powering up the hopper to update and so surprised how good it looked. Once assembled, this beast is a thing of beauty, so robust and full of features. First burn today, powered up nicely and had flame in under a minute, up to temp 210c within 10 minutes. I was surprised how quiet it is compared to other pellet smokers I have. The app is full of features you don't see on other smokers. Very intuitive, we'll laid out. I was reluctant to spend the money on it as all of my smokers were nowhere near the price. But having seen it, the quality of packing, quality of the app, the back up support and most importantly, the quality of the unit is second to none. Can't wait to start cooking on it, I'm sure it will cook as good as it looks. You guys have done an amazing job and deserve credit. On the downside, and this is just me being fussy, I did have to run a drill through the side hole where the vent rod goes through as it was super tight to push/pull. Holes were very slightly out of alignment. Also, coming from a metal working background, I think a bit more attention to de-burring some edges as they are quite sharp. Mainly on the benches where the handle cutouts are. There is sharp edges on the inside, nothing a quick file or sand won't fix. Overall, super impressed and just wanted to share my first impressions up to this point. Keep up the great work. Bang for buck, this BBQ is definitely a winner!!
We bought a Trimal S1 and, after using it many dozens of times, I can honestly say it has been one of the best family purchases we have ever made. The S1 is a fantastically well-made product. You can tell it has been designed with genuine care and backed by many, many hours of testing and refinement. Everything about it feels well engineered, and… Read more · 1
it has become something we pull the cover off for every social event or lazy Sunday.
While smoking meat is obviously the main attraction the pizza oven gets almost as much use. We regularly wood-fire pizzas at 300–400°C, and it’s bloody awesome.
What really pushed me to write this review is the level of support we have received from Michael at Z Grills. I genuinely didn’t believe companies still provided this kind of customer support. Michael has answered emails at almost every hour of the day and has even actively helped us through a late-night cook when we had some minor hiccups with a sensor.
He has also gone well beyond what I would consider normal customer service, sending parts to retrofit newer design modifications onto many of the earlier versions of the S1. That level of commitment to supporting customers is I feel incredibly rare.
If you’re reading this review because you’re on the fence about buying one, just buy it. You will not be disappointed.
The Trimal S1 is an exceptional product, but the support from Michael and Z Grills is what has really made the experience stand out for us.
I was looking around at various 'big brand' barbeques, from Napoleon, to Webber etc etc but at the time I wasn't wanting to spend more than a grand on a barbeque. I got an ad on Instagram from Trimal Grills and became curious. The reviews were all amazing and the customer service was apparently amazing too. I went to the website, saw all the… Read more · 1
bells and whistles offered by the Trimal S1 and requested a call back. I spoke with Mick, who was helpful and friendly. He discussed the options, how they could be chopped and changed to suit my needs and preferences. Long story short, I went from not wanting to go beyond a grand, to well beyond a grand on this amazing barbeque. It's solid, it's sturdy, it's Australian, its bloody awesome. The instructions for set up were super easy (video and manual) and I managed complete it by myself in a few hours. I'm super stoked with the deal Mick set up for me! We made pizza and cooked it in the oven last night and it was bloody delicious. Cooked just like a wood fired restaurant, only better. Haven't used the barbeque proper yet but based on the pizza performance, I'm sure it'll be great. The only potential issue is that the temperature I set and the temperature I get is not matching. The temperature goes beyond what I've set by about 30°. Hopefully this is sorted out with a software update, or maybe it's just a case of the barbeque not having the time to get to the temperature and stay there yet.
I am incredibly happy with my Trimal S1. The versatility of this grill is amazing—my absolute favorite feature is being able to smoke a thick steak and then quickly switch it over to a high-heat flame sear to finish it off perfectly. The rotisserie is amazing, and im looking forward to trying out the pizza oven next. I did run into a minor issue… Read more · 1
during assembly where a few parts of the firebox didn't perfectly line up properly. However, Trimal's customer service team handled it flawlessly. They immediately sent out a replacement part—no hassle, and they didn't even make me go through the trouble of returning the original piece allowing me to continue to use the grill while it was on its way. They even threw in a couple of bonus accessories. It’s rare to see a company offer support this fast and painless. Highly recommend the S1!
This is the most advanced bbq available in the market. The software, the build quality, different cooking modes and smarts set this apart from everything else. Charcoal rotisserie, pellet smoking, pellet rotisserie and direct pellet grilling all work amazingly well. Mick and the team back their product 100 percent with the best service and support.
Fantastic build quality, best customer service/after-sales support of ANY company i have dealt with, and all the bells and whistles in the grill. If you want a pellet smoker, pizza oven and rotisserie... this is the grill - and vendor - for you.
What a beast of a bbq. It does everything, from pellet smoking to even adding charcoal and cooking that way. You can do rotisserie cooking, cook on a hot plate, it even has a pizza oven option. It does the work of so many bbqs. The owners are from the makers of Z Grills, and you wont get any better customer service from any business like you do… Read more
from these guys.
As an owner of various types of bbq the Trimal has become my favourite.
Feel free to check out some of my cooks on it via instagram. manniscafe.
Just put together my S1 including the Launch replacement kit. It is an absolute thing of beauty!! Such a high quality design and build. And the instruction videos and tips were all so helpful. Congratulations Mick and team on an outstanding product.
I ordered and received my premium package inside one week, very happy. It was a bit daunting when I saw all the packages that needed assembly, but the video made it really simple. I did have a problem with the auger controller when it was first started up, but I cannot stress how impressed I am with the support I got over the phone. We just had… Read more
our first meal off the smoker, jacket potatoes and chicken wings. We’re going again tomorrow night. Complete beginner and the results are great!
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Incredible service and amazing product. Upgraded my ZGrill, no questions asked from the missus. In fact she purchased it for me. Love the versatility of charcoal or pellet and the solid bbq plate. Getting a workout and hasn’t missed a beat. Bacon, chicken, reverse seared steak, pinwheels, gyros, pulled pork, pulled lamb, pastrami etc etc. Inbuilt rotisserie works a treat. Love it Show reply
I'm stoked with the trimal grill, the rotisserie is a nice addition compared to the standard pellet grills on the market. It makes Sunday roasts very easy. I've been using the smoker function a lot aswell, the temp probes and app make long cooks simple to monitor. There have been small upgrades along the way and these have all been sent out free of charge. Thanks very much Show reply
Top quality product and exceptional support from the team at Trimal. Show reply
Money well spent! I cannot speak highly enough of my Trimal S1 — I absolutely love it! Hands down, it’s the best money I’ve ever spent. The build quality is unreal — solid, well-crafted materials that feel like they’ll last a lifetime. Also so easy to clean and maintain, I love how all the mess is contained inside the grill — no drip buckets… Read more · 1
attracting animals or insects can be stored inside without any smell. On top of that if anything needs replacing, it is simple to remove the old and replace the new. You can tell a lot of thought has gone into designing a smoker that performs as good as it looks. Huge thank you to Mick and his team!
The brand — is like a family! Everyone shares their tips and tricks, recipes and success in the community group chat. Z Grill’s customer service is beyond excellent. Mick has been an absolute legend from day one — always quick to answer any questions, incredibly helpful, and genuinely committed to making sure everything is perfect. He’s not just great at what he does, he’s a genuinely good bloke who truly cares about his customers and providing the best quality product and always looking to improve it. Any small issue I had was rectified quickly and without fuss. Being the first batch, I have well and truely been looked after with new replacement mods at no cost!
The only challenge I have had with this grill is the need for wifi connection to use it to its full potential. This is unique to my situation and completely no fault of Z grill. We don’t use wifi at home, therefore I don’t use the app to control my grill or temps and upgrading becomes a process (needing a portable wifi stick - it doesn’t work off hotspot either). But if you have home wifi - no drama’s. On the other hand, if you don’t have wifi either and you’re working off the grill controls - the unit still works perfectly and produces excellent food! No complaints here.
Since owning this smoker, I’ve managed to create some of the best, most delicious meals I’ve ever served. Friends and family constantly comment on the flavour and quality, and it’s all thanks to how easy and consistent this smoker is to use.
If you’re on the fence about getting a Trimal Z Grill, take this as your sign — you won’t regret it.
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I've had my Trimal for a few months now, and it's been fantastic. Was able to cook 2 briskets and 2 pork necks together the other day. The pizza oven works really well, as does the rotisserie. The keep warm function using just the heating element means you can safely maintain a long rest. It's not the cheapest, but when I take into account all the… Read more · 1
extra things it does well, it's worth it. Build quality seems great as well, but I've not had it long enough to know about longevity.
Absolutely can’t fault the Trimal S1. I was a diehard Webber kettle fan, till now. I use the trimal at least twice to three times a week and I can monitor it from my job site, which is a game changer for me. It does more than just do great smoked meat with all the accessories you get. Customer service is next level and the fact it’s an aussie company is the icing on the cake. Show reply
Absolute thing of beauty. All in one smoker / BBQ is indeed as good as it sounds but it’s how sturdy this thing is that gets me. Refreshing to own something of this quality in a world full of cheap mass produced goods Show reply
Premo grill and even better unmatched customer support. I would challenge anyone to find better service. Legit. Jas Show 2 replies
This grill has been excellent in all components, From rotisserie, pizza oven, low and slow, hot and fast and I’m still yet to try out the bbq and dehydrator. Very much in love with this grill and do recommend it to friends and anyone that asks for advice in getting a pellet grill! The customer service is like nothing you’ve ever received before. The team literally work endlessly to solve your problems. Thanks again trimal team! Show 2 replies
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