Smoking is a process of cooking food by applying steam, usually from burning wood. Meat and fish are the two most common foods being smoked. This is healthier without the need for oil.

While maintaining the basic premise, manufacturers now introduced electric smokers. Instead of burning woods, this appliance emits steam or smoke to cook foods.

Most electric smokers have temperature controls and adjustment controls vital for cooking meat or chicken perfectly. Several electric smokers also have automatic heat generators. Some types of smokers are charcoal, wood, electric and gas.

Listed below are some types of electric smokers that are available in the market:

The Brinkmann Gourment Electric Smoker is completely painted in two colors; such as black and red. It has 1500 to 1600 watt heating elements. It has a unique thermometer and front hinged door for adding water easily.

The Old Smokey Electric Smoker has a drum shape. It is completely made from aluminum. It also comes with two water pans and a rack. It is the cheapest electric smoker. Its produces heat the same way an electric oven does. It has a thermostat control and a flat top. The juice emitted from the meat drips back down to keep the food flavorful.

The Char-Broil Electric Water Smoker has a 1650 watt heating element duly controlled by a thermostat. It has a wooden handle. It can be converted into an electric brazier. Although the process of smoking using this appliance is rudimentary, this model can cook flavorful meats. It is one of the most affordable you can find in the market.

The Meco Electric Smoker 5029 and is made from stainless steel. It is a great cheapo starter smoker. It can be easily added with chunks, chips or pellets, along with its doors on its side. It has a 1650-watt heater as well as low, medium and high setting controls (with a basic thermostat). If you want to cook with charcoal, simply remove the heating element of this electric smoker.

The Cookshack Electric Smoker has an adjustable temperature control from 150 to 300oF. The sealed design is perfect for smoking meat, chicken or other foods, except for vegetables.

The Electric Water Smokers has a vertical electric smoker design that can attract the attention of consumers. The water pan helps control temperature and keeps the smoking process of meat or fish moist.

The Cabela's Premium Vertical Smokershas all the whistles and bells you need in order to take on your turkey or meat smoking project. It has 8mm steel assembled components, powder coated for a tougher fish. The adjustable ball bearings and two door design compression-fit door systems prevent smoke and heat loss as you add some water or chips or wood.

Cabela's Premium Vertical Smoker also features cool-touch handles, 20, 000BTU burners, chrome-plated racks and a built-in sausage hook. It whistles a bell when smoking is done. This appliance is heavy-duty, resembling a refrigerator. The food is placed inside “shelves” for smoking.

The Masterbuilt Electric Smoker has a digital control system that can help make those culinary masterpieces. Its heating element can be adjusted from 100 degree to 275oF. It is perfect for cooking or grilling. It also features 640 square inches of cooking surfaces and digital controls.