Hi Bob, you will be happy with the #2, it puts out great BBQ and the smoke flavor is out of this world. I have a #1 & #3 originally my first order was the #1 and after sleeping on it. The next morning I called Steve to change my order to a #2, but it had already been shipped. For the #3 I purchased it from a gentleman that was going into competition smoking. I was able to get a very good deal on it. There is a lot more room in the #3 and it might fit your needs also. I wish you good luck in your choice and happy smoking.