About Us

“Jeremy Hengy, Jeremy Yoder, and Camron outdoors holding slices of smoked brisket, smiling proudly in front of a Superior Smokers offset BBQ pit. Three wear black Superior Smokers shirts.”

Superior Smokers: American-Made BBQ Smokers Built for Pitmasters Who Demand the Best

At Superior Smokers, we set the standard for innovation and craftsmanship in the BBQ smoker industry. Every Superior Smokers pit is precision-engineered in the USA, delivering unmatched smoking performance and reliability. With our revolutionary smoker design, we’ve crafted the ultimate barbecue experience, trusted by professional pitmasters and backyard enthusiasts alike who demand the best from their BBQ equipment.

What Makes Our American-Made Offset Smokers Superior?

  • Our large offset firebox and secondary smokestack design make it easier to control your fire and maintain consistent heat and smoke flow. This allows for even cooking temperatures across the entire smoker, helping pitmasters achieve perfect barbecue results every time.

  • Backed by extensive research, engineered with precision, and proven through real-world testing, Superior Smokers deliver unmatched performance in the BBQ smoker industry. Our scientifically designed smokers provide consistent heat control, superior airflow, and reliable results for pitmasters who demand the best.

  • Simply put, Superior Smokers are a step above the competition—expertly designed for top-tier performance, built to last with 100% American-made materials, and engineered to deliver a superior barbecue experience every time.

  • Created, designed, and built in the USA, Superior Smokers are crafted with a commitment to quality and integrity. Our smokers combine innovative design with reliable performance, delivering both form and function in a product built to last for years of unforgettable cookouts and championship-level smoking.

Meet the Team

  • Jeremy Hengy, co-owner of Superior Smokers, smiling outdoors wearing a black Superior Smokers t-shirt. Modern building and outdoor string lights in the background

    Jeremy Hengy

    FOUNDER

    Jeremy grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, the heart of blue-collar America. Jeremy was an avid hockey player in high school and attended the University of Michigan. Born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan. Jeremy has always had a passion for cooking that deepened over the years into a love for BBQ. His fascination with the art and complexity of grilling and smoking meats has shaped his culinary journey. Through countless gatherings around the grill, Jeremy has cherished the moments spent with friends and family, recognizing the profound connection that comes from sharing meals with loved ones.  

    After years of experimentation and learning the intricate balance of time, temperature, flavor, and heat distribution, Jeremy became determined to create a superior BBQ smoker. Through extensive trial and error, Jeremy mastered the complexities of time, temperature, flavor, and heat distribution, all essential elements for perfecting smoked meats. Frustrated by the limitations of existing models, he set out to design a smoker that was more efficient, durable, and tailored for the avid BBQ enthusiast. Today, Jeremy continues to inspire others with his dedication to the craft, combining tradition with innovation to elevate the BBQ experience for all.

  • Camron, co-owner of Superior Smokers, smiling outdoors wearing a black Superior Smokers polo shirt. Dark textured wall and hanging light bulbs create a warm, industrial backdrop

    Camron Pytleski

    FOUNDER

    Cam grew up in a small town about 40 miles north of Detroit. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He grew up in a family of small business owners and learned how to operate a business first-hand. Cam was excited for the opportunity to partner with Jeremy Yoder and Jeremy Hengy to form Superior Smokers and bring new products to the market. Camron’s experience shows in the business operations of Superior Smokers as he helps to grow the company.

  • Jeremy Yoder, co-owner of Superior Smokers, smiling outdoors in a black Superior Smokers polo shirt. Black metal wall provides a bold industrial backdrop

    Jeremy Yoder

    FOUNDER

    Jeremy, a barbecue enthusiast from Kentucky, graduated with a degree in biochemistry in 2012 and was set to begin medical school, but he changed his mind at the last minute and moved to Los Angeles for graduate studies. To support himself, he worked as a science teacher and bought his first grill, developing a passion for smoking meat. Jeremy upgraded to an Old Country Brazos smoker and started the YouTube channel Mad Scientist BBQ, combining his love for barbecue and teaching. Living in a small apartment without outdoor space, they kept the smoker in their parking spot, later moving it to a friend's backyard. Their friend Rick offered them space to continue filming, and Jeremy cooked for Rick’s family events, leading to more opportunities. As demand grew, Jeremy bought a 500-gallon custom offset smoker to cater larger events. In 2020, with Erica pregnant, they moved back to Kentucky, reached 100k YouTube subscribers, and transitioned to full-time content creation. Today, Jeremy enjoys sharing his barbecue expertise with his viewers and is grateful for the support that allowed them to pursue their passion.