Pit Boss Pellet Grill Review: Best Value for the Money? (2026)

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Pit Boss built its reputation on a simple premise: more grill for less money. A 700-square-inch cooker with a flame broiler and a 5-year warranty for under $500, when the comparable Traeger costs $300 more and can't touch direct flame at all — that's a compelling pitch. But the brand has also accumulated a reputation for confusing model names, inconsistent temperature control, and the occasional runaway auger that turns into a genuine fire hazard. So which version of Pit Boss is true in 2026?

The short answer is both. The reputation for value holds up — Pit Boss still wins on price-per-square-inch versus almost every competitor at every tier. The reputation for quality control issues is real but concentrated in specific failure modes that are predictable and, mostly, preventable. The bigger problem facing any buyer right now is decoding the lineup: Sportsman, Navigator, Mahogany, Pro Series, Competition, DX, Onyx — these are mostly the same grills wearing different clothes for different retailers, and almost none of the full-size models are sold on Amazon.

This guide cuts through all of that. We cover every significant model in the current 2026 Pit Boss horizontal lineup — what each one actually is, which ones have PID temperature control (and which don't, a distinction that matters more than most buyers realize), where to buy them, and what breaks. We'll also tell you honestly where Pit Boss falls short of recteq and Camp Chef, and at what budget crossing that gap becomes worth the extra spend.

Whether you're shopping your first pellet grill or trying to figure out if the 850 DX is a better deal than the Pro Series II at the same price point, this is the breakdown.

Pit Boss in 2026 — Who They Are and Why the Lineup Is Confusing

Pit Boss is a brand owned by Dansons Inc., founded in 1999 by Dan Thiessen and his sons Jeff and Jordan, currently headquartered in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona. Like Traeger, all manufacturing happens in China — any claim you see suggesting otherwise is marketing noise.

The core value proposition has not changed since the early years: bigger cooking surface, bigger hopper, and a flame broiler that no Traeger can match, at a lower price. The 5-year warranty on most horizontal models versus Traeger's official 3-year is a real differentiator, and Dansons' customer service has a genuine track record of shipping free replacement parts.

What has changed — and what makes the current lineup hard to navigate — is the proliferation of retailer-exclusive naming. Here's the key to decode it:

The naming maze, simplified:

• Mahogany = cheaper version of the equivalent Sportsman (same chassis, less hardware)
• Navigator = near-clone of Sportsman (Navigator 850 = Sportsman 820 chassis; Navigator drops the chimney)
• Sportsman = standard retail line (Tractor Supply, Bass Pro, Costco)
• Pro Series = Lowe's exclusive with PID control and WiFi/Bluetooth
• Competition = Academy/Menards exclusive, adds roll-top lid and P-setting Smoke mode
• DX = Lowe's exclusive, current best-value PID line
• Onyx = Walmart/Academy exclusive, adds PID and connected control to legacy chassis

The practical upshot: if you see a Pit Boss at Walmart versus one at Lowe's versus one at Academy, they may share the same firebox and cooking surface while having different controllers, different warranty terms (Carbon Series is 3-year, not 5), and different accessories included. Always confirm the specific model number before buying.

One more thing: virtually no full-size Pit Boss grill is sold new on Amazon. What you find there are parts, covers, and the occasional legacy listing. We'll flag this for every model and provide the correct retailer link.

The PID vs. Non-PID Split — The Spec That Actually Matters

Before getting into individual models, this needs to be said plainly: the most important spec on any Pit Boss is whether it has PID temperature control, and this is poorly documented across most buyer guides.

A non-PID controller (found on legacy 700FB, Sportsman 820, Navigator, Mahogany, 1000SC2) works like a simple thermostat — the auger cycles on and off to maintain temperature. This produces temperature swings of 20–50°F, which is normal and by design. It also tends to produce more visible smoke because the auger isn't feeding pellets continuously. For low-and-slow cooks at 225°F, it works fine. For anything requiring precision — a turkey breast, fish, reverse-sear — it's frustrating.

A PID controller (found on Pro Series II, Competition Series, DX, Onyx editions) uses proportional-integral-derivative math to feed the auger in smaller, more frequent pulses. Temperature swings drop to ±5–10°F. You get less smoke at low temps (a common complaint — more on this below), but you get more consistent results.

The 2026 Pit Boss lineup has quietly expanded PID to more models than ever. The Onyx editions of the Classic 700 and Austin XL now have PID where the legacy versions did not. The 850 DX — the current value benchmark — has PID, WiFi, and a probe-triggered Keep Warm mode that automatically drops to 180°F when your meat hits target temp. That's a feature you'd expect to pay $1,000 for.

Non-PID is not disqualifying, but you need to know what you're buying.

Pit Boss Classic 700 / 700FB1 / Onyx Edition — The Entry Point

Specs

Where to buy: The PB700FB1 is available on Amazon (Check Price on Amazon). The Onyx Classic 700 is a Walmart exclusive (item #1567830363).

The Honest Assessment

The legacy 700FB had a reputation problem it mostly didn't deserve. Non-PID, no side shelf, older BTU rating — but owners cooking brisket at 225°F on BBQ Brethren reported actual temperature logging of 220–245°F, which is entirely workable for low-and-slow. The bigger complaint was the lack of a side shelf and the smaller cooking surface versus the similarly-priced 820.

The current FB1 and especially the Onyx represent a meaningful upgrade. PID on the Onyx, 4 locking casters (a practical improvement over the fixed-leg setup), and the same flame broiler that lets you finish a steak at 1,000°F direct heat — something a $800 Traeger Pro 575 cannot do.

What breaks: Firepot pellet buildup causing minor detonations when you swing from high to low heat. Fix: vacuum the firepot regularly, especially after high-heat cooks. Auger jam from wet pellets is the other common failure (covered in depth below).

Who it's for: First-time pellet grill buyer who wants a real cooker under $500 and doesn't need WiFi. The Onyx edition at the same price is the smarter buy if you can find it in stock at Walmart.

Pit Boss Sportsman 820 — The Volume Seller With a Non-PID Caveat

Specs

Where to buy: ASIN B08F2P8KT6 (Check Price on Amazon) — frequently out of stock. Also at Tractor Supply (#11036), Bass Pro, Best Buy, Costco. Confirm availability before you drive anywhere.

The Honest Assessment

The 820 is the model that put Pit Boss on the map for backyard pitmasters, and it's still a solid cooker in 2026 — with two caveats that matter. First, it's non-PID, which means those 20–50°F swings are part of the deal. Second, the 850 DX (covered below) gives you PID, WiFi, probe-triggered Keep Warm, and a hopper cleanout for roughly the same price at Lowe's. If you're shopping new today, the DX is the better buy unless you specifically want the 820's included hardware (the side shelf and spice rack are genuinely useful extras).

That said, the 820 has a massive cook surface for the price — 849 square inches holds a full packer brisket plus a rack of ribs without juggling. The flame broiler is real and effective. And the 5-year warranty means when something goes wrong (and with Pit Boss, something eventually will), Dansons will ship you parts.

Taste of Home's hands-on test praised the speed, adjustable smoke setting, and included shelving. Their criticisms — venting that gums up with debris and an awkward height — are real but minor. The more substantive issue: the hopper on the 21 lb model is known to "log jam" on long cooks, where pellets don't drop freely into the auger chute. Check and tap the hopper every 6 hours or so on overnight brisket cooks.

Startup behavior: Expect a 50–80°F overshoot before the grill stabilizes, which takes roughly 10 minutes. Don't load meat until temperatures have settled.

Who it's for: Buyers who want maximum cooking real estate under $600 and don't need PID precision. Families cooking for crowds. If you find it on clearance at Costco, it's a strong buy.

Pit Boss 850 DX — The Current Value Benchmark

Specs

Where to buy: Lowe's exclusive, model #11077. AMAZON_MISS — use search Amazon for parts/covers.

The Honest Assessment

The 850 DX is the most important model in the current Pit Boss lineup for most buyers. Smoked BBQ Source named it both their best-value Pit Boss pick and best budget pellet grill for 2026 after hands-on testing, and the reasoning holds up: you're getting PID control, WiFi connectivity, and a probe-triggered Keep Warm mode (extremely rare below $600) in a chassis that shares the same flame broiler as every other Pit Boss horizontal.

In real cooking terms: the PID held stable through an 8-hour overnight chuck roast without hopper refill. When the probe hit target temp, the grill automatically throttled back to 180°F instead of either holding high heat or shutting off. That's thoughtful design.

The criticisms are honest too: the app setup took around 45 minutes to configure properly, ash and firepot cleanup is manual (no self-cleaning mechanism), and the searing area via flame broiler is limited compared to a full-grate direct-flame design. If searing is your priority, look at the Weber Searwood 600 or Camp Chef Woodwind Pro.

The pricing requires a note: $399 was a confirmed 2025 sale price at Lowe's. The everyday 2026 price has likely reverted toward $499–549. Confirm current pricing at Lowe's before planning around the lower number.

Who it's for: Anyone cross-shopping between the Sportsman 820 and the Pro Series II 850. The DX gives you PID, WiFi, and Keep Warm at or below the price of either — it's the clear winner in the $400–550 Pit Boss tier unless you're locked out of Lowe's access.

Pit Boss Pro Series II 850 (PB850PS2) — The PID Workhorse at Lowe's

Specs

Where to buy: Lowe's exclusive, item #10575. AMAZON_MISS — search Amazon.

The Honest Assessment

The Pro Series II 850 is the PID-equipped evolution of the 820, with a cleaner controller and added WiFi/Bluetooth. The 4.3/5 rating across 2,039 reviews at Lowe's is the largest verified sample in the Pit Boss lineup — which gives it credibility the smaller-sample models can't match.

The defining community thread tells you what you need to know about Pit Boss's warranty in practice: buyers who received units with too-wide temperature increments or inaccurate control boards contacted Dansons, who shipped free replacement control panels that fixed the issue. The phrase "built like a tank" appears repeatedly on Smoking Meat Forums. Multiple owners report Dansons proactively replacing controllers under the 5-year warranty without hassle.

One important flag: the Pro Series II has no lid thermometer. The PID controller reads average grate temperature, which is the right number for cooking — but buyers accustomed to watching a dome gauge will notice its absence.

On smoke production: because PID controllers feed the auger in small, continuous pulses rather than cycling on/off, you get less visible smoke and a milder smoke flavor at low temps compared to non-PID models. This is a real trade-off. The fix most owners use is an A-MAZE-N smoke tube ($20–25) to add supplemental smoke without increasing cook temp.

With the 850 DX available at the same price tier, the Pro Series II's main edge is the crosshatch cast-iron grates and the larger verified review base. If the DX is in stock at your local Lowe's, it's probably the stronger pick. If it's not, the Pro Series II is an excellent grill.

Who it's for: Mid-range buyers who want documented PID performance and Pit Boss's warranty service reputation, and who cross-shop this against the Traeger Woodridge ($899) or Z Grills 700D4E ($639). At $549, you're getting more grill than either.

Pit Boss Austin XL 1000 (Onyx Edition) — Family-Size Capacity

Specs

Where to buy: Walmart, item #8810063406 (Onyx Connected) and #1743503196 (Onyx). Legacy ASIN B079RNJ7HV is Currently Unavailable on Amazon — use search.

Important naming note: PBV4PS2 is the 4-Series vertical smoker, not the Austin XL horizontal. This confusion appears in forum posts and some third-party listings — don't conflate them.

The Honest Assessment

The Austin XL is where Pit Boss lives up to the "more grill for less money" pitch most convincingly. Barbecue Lab documented it fitting 52 burgers. A 30-lb hopper means you're not refilling during an all-day brisket cook. The Onyx edition's PID control and WiFi connectivity close the controller gap that made earlier Austin XL models frustrating for precision work.

The documented weakness is the hood. It's thin steel, and in cold weather or wind it loses heat fast — cook times extend measurably. Owners in northern climates frequently add an insulation blanket as a winter mod. This isn't a dealbreaker, but it's the reason the Austin XL at $647 competes differently than a double-wall insulated Traeger Ironwood or recteq at $1,000+.

The Austin XL has occasionally cleared out at Walmart for dramatically below MSRP — one owner reported a $372 clearance find. Worth checking the Walmart app for markdown pricing if you're not in a hurry.

If buying used: check the firepot and igniter condition first, then confirm the auger turns freely. Wet-pellet auger seizure is the single most common abuse failure on used Pit Boss units, and it can be expensive to diagnose without a warranty.

Who it's for: Large families, anyone regularly cooking for 10+ people, tailgaters with a covered setup. Strong value if you catch a Walmart markdown.

Pit Boss 1000SC2 / Mahogany 1000 / Sportsman 1100 — The Large Non-PID Option

Specs

Where to buy: AMAZON_MISS — search Amazon. Sold at Academy.

The Honest Assessment

There's limited independent testing on the 1000SC2 specifically, which makes a firm recommendation difficult. What's reliable: it's non-PID, which means the same 20–50°F swings as the 820; the 31-lb hopper is genuinely useful for long cooks; and the 1,000 sq in cooking surface is competitive at the price.

The naming confusion in the 1000-class is significant: the Mahogany 1000 is generally cheaper than the Sportsman 1100 with similar specs (PelHeat's recommendation is to buy the Mahogany if the price difference is meaningful). None of these models are available on Amazon.

Given the price overlap with the Austin XL Onyx ($647 with PID, WiFi) and the Competition 1600 ($799 with PID, WiFi, and more surface area), the non-PID 1000SC2 sits in an awkward position in the current lineup. It makes the most sense if you find it significantly discounted at Academy.

Who it's for: Large-capacity buyers without Lowe's or Walmart access who find it on sale at Academy.

Pit Boss Competition Series 1600 (PB1600CS2) — The High-Capacity Value Leader

Specs

Where to buy: AMAZON_MISS — search Amazon. Sold at Academy, Menards, IFA.

Model confusion note: The Competition 1600 (PB1600CS2) is distinct from the Pro Series 1600 Elite (PB1600PSE, $999) and the Navigator 1600 ($999). Don't cross-shop these as equivalent — confirm the exact model code.

The Honest Assessment

The Competition 1600 is where Pit Boss's value argument hits its peak. PelHeat's under-$1,500 grill ranking put the Pit Boss Competition Titan (1,600 sq in class) first for total cooking area among five competitors — beating the Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 36, recteq Flagship 1100, Weber Searwood XL, and Traeger Ironwood 885. At $799 for 1,578 square inches of PID-controlled cooking surface with a roll-top lid, that math is hard to argue with.

The roll-top lid is a genuine differentiator: it lifts and rolls back rather than swinging up, which makes loading and checking a full brisket much easier than fighting a heavy swing-up lid. The P-setting Smoke mode (which the Pro Series II doesn't have) lets you dial in smoke generation independently of temperature — useful for running cooler with more smoke early in a cook.

Where the honest pushback comes in: at $799, you're approaching the price range where experienced community members start recommending the recteq RT-700 "The Bull" at $1,199 for the step up in build quality, 304 stainless firepot, ceramic igniter rated for 100,000+ cycles, and 6-year warranty. The Competition 1600 is clearly better value on cooking surface. The recteq is clearly built to last longer and withstand harder use.

This is a real decision point. If you're cooking for large groups and budget is the constraint, the Competition 1600 is excellent value. If you're likely to cook hard and often for 5–10 years, spending more on recteq makes sense.

Who it's for: Serious home cooks and local-comp pitmasters who need maximum surface area at a price under $1,000. Best if you're at Academy or Menards territory.

Pit Boss Competition Series 2300 — A Note on Missing Data

The Competition 2300 represents Pit Boss's largest Competition-tier offering. It shares the series features: roll-top lid, WiFi/Bluetooth touchscreen, adjustable P-setting Smoke mode, flame broiler, and 5-year warranty.

However: the full official spec sheet, confirmed retail price, and current availability for the Competition 2300 were not confirmed in research. The cooking area class is approximately 2,300 sq in, but the exact breakdown, hopper size, and controller specs require verification at pitboss-grills.com before acting on any third-party number you see. We're flagging this as a gap rather than publishing unconfirmed data.

If the Competition 2300 is on your radar, verify current specs and pricing directly with the retailer before making a decision.

Head-to-Head Specs Comparison

Pit Boss vs. Traeger — What You Actually Give Up and Gain

This is the comparison most buyers are running in their heads when they land on a Pit Boss review, so let's make it direct.

Where Pit Boss wins:

• Price per square inch — it's not close at any tier
• Flame broiler for real direct-fire searing (no Traeger has this)
• Hopper capacity at equivalent price points (30–31 lb vs. 18–22 lb)
• Warranty length (5-year vs. Traeger's official 3-year on most models)
• Dansons customer service reputation for free parts under warranty

Where Traeger wins:

• Controller refinement — D2 Direct Drive with TurboTemp, Super Smoke mode
• App ecosystem — WiFIRE is genuinely better than SmokeIT/Grill Connect
• Build quality and fit/finish — the Woodridge and Ironwood feel more refined out of the box
• Double-wall insulation at the $900+ tier (Woodridge and up)
• Customer perception / resale value

The honest price comparison:

At $400–500, a Pit Boss 820 or 850 DX competes against the Traeger Tailgater 20 ($400) and the discontinued/closeout Pro 575 ($500–600). The Pit Boss gives you 2–3x the cooking surface and direct-flame searing. This is where the value argument is strongest.

At $700–900, the Pit Boss Pro Series II 850 or Austin XL Onyx compete against the Traeger Woodridge ($899). Here the gap narrows: Traeger's controller is genuinely better, the app works more reliably, and the Woodridge is more refined. Pit Boss still wins on surface area and searing capability; Traeger wins on the cooking experience for precision work.

At $1,000+, the gap widens differently. The Competition 1600 at $799 still beats Traeger on cooking area, but experienced pitmasters start pointing at recteq's RT-700 or Camp Chef's Woodwind Pro as the smarter step up from Pit Boss rather than going up the Traeger ladder.

Pit Boss vs. recteq — When to Step Up

The recteq RT-700 "The Bull" at $1,199 represents a meaningful build jump over any Pit Boss in the same price neighborhood. You're getting a 304-stainless steel firepot, grates, and drip pan (vs. porcelain-coated steel/cast iron on Pit Boss), a ceramic HotFlash igniter rated for 100,000+ cycles, dual-band WiFi (vs. Pit Boss's 2.4GHz-only), a 40-lb hopper (~40 hours at 225°F without refill), and a 6-year warranty on top of a 4.8-star app rating on both iOS and Android.

Community opinion on when this matters:

• If you're cooking 2–3 times per month and this is your primary outdoor cooker, the recteq's durability advantage pays off over a 5-year horizon.
• If you're a weekend warrior cooking mostly on summer weekends, the Pit Boss Competition 1600 at $799 gives you more cooking surface and the flame broiler for $400 less. That's real money.
• If you care deeply about the app working reliably every time, recteq wins. The SmokeIT/Grill Connect app complaints are consistent enough to take seriously.

The recteq is not 50% better than Pit Boss. It's incrementally better in build quality in ways that matter more the harder you cook it.

Common Failures, Fixes, and What to Expect

This section covers the failure modes that appear repeatedly in community forums, warranty claims, and hands-on testing. None of these are disqualifying, but all of them are worth knowing before you buy.

Controller Relay Failure (Runaway Auger)

The signature Pit Boss issue, and a genuine safety concern. The relay or triac on the control board can stick in the "on" position, causing the auger to continuously feed pellets regardless of temperature setting. The result is a fire that's larger than expected. This is not universal — it's a quality control issue on a percentage of units — but it's documented and real.

Fix: Dansons routinely ships free replacement controllers under the 5-year warranty. If your grill ever overshoots badly and won't respond to temperature changes, kill the power and contact Pit Boss warranty service. Don't try to cook through it.

Prevention: Don't walk away from the grill during the first several cooks on a new unit. Get a sense for how it behaves before leaving it unattended for an overnight cook.

Auger Jam from Wet Pellets

The most common failure on both new and used Pit Boss grills. Pellets that absorb moisture swell and solidify around the auger shaft, seizing it. Shear pins break. On severe cases, you're replacing the auger motor.

Fix: Keep the grill covered when not in use. Empty the hopper between cooks if you're in a humid climate or won't be cooking for more than a week or two. Before any cook on a grill that's been sitting, confirm the auger turns freely.

Used-unit buying note: This is the first thing to check on any used Pit Boss. If the seller can't demonstrate the auger moving freely, walk away or price in a repair.

Startup Temperature Overshoot

Pit Boss horizontals consistently overshoot the set temperature by 50–80°F during the startup phase, before settling over roughly 10 minutes. The Barbecue Lab measured the 820 reaching 250°F in approximately 8 minutes when set to 200°F.

Fix: Let the grill fully stabilize before loading meat. This is standard practice on any pellet grill, but the overshoot magnitude on Pit Boss is larger than on Traeger D2 or recteq PID models.

Firepot Pellet Buildup

Unburned pellets accumulate in the firepot over time, particularly when switching from high heat to low. The result is occasional minor detonations — a pop or thud — as accumulated fuel ignites unevenly.

Fix: Vacuum the firepot every 3–5 cooks. Keep it clean and this doesn't happen.

App Connectivity

The SmokeIT/Grill Connect app is consistently criticized for poor WiFi range, connection dropouts, and a clunky setup process. This is the largest category of negative reviews on Pit Boss models with WiFi connectivity.

Honest position: The app works well enough for basic monitoring but isn't in the same tier as Traeger's WiFIRE or recteq's app. If app reliability matters to you, budget for a recteq or buy the Pit Boss and use it without app dependency.

Smoke Production and the PID Trade-Off

One of the more counterintuitive aspects of PID-equipped Pit Boss models: they produce noticeably less smoke at low temperatures than non-PID models. This is not a defect — it's how PID works. Continuous small auger pulses create a more even burn with less smolder; non-PID cycling creates more unburned fuel = more smoke.

For low-and-slow brisket and ribs at 225°F, this can mean a lighter smoke ring and milder smoke flavor on PID models. The standard fix is an A-MAZE-N pellet tube ($20–25), which you fill separately and light to add supplemental cold smoke. Most serious Pit Boss users with PID models have one.

You can also run any Pit Boss at the Smoke setting (on non-PID models this is below 200°F and cycles more aggressively for more smoke). PID models with a P-setting in Smoke mode give you some control over the cycle behavior at the lowest temperatures.

Recommended Accessories

The accessories that actually make a difference on a Pit Boss:

Cover — Non-negotiable. Leaving a Pit Boss uncovered is how you get rust, wet pellets, and auger jams. Size to your specific model. The OEM Pit Boss covers are good; third-party alternatives work fine.

A-MAZE-N Pellet Tube (Check Price on Amazon) — If you have a PID model and want more smoke, this is the fix. $20–25, fill with your choice of wood pellets, light it, set it in the grill.

Wireless Meat Thermometer (Check Price on Amazon) — The included probe works, but a 4-channel wireless setup like a ThermoPro or Inkbird gives you more flexibility for monitoring multiple cuts on a full 849–1,578 sq in cook. The MEATER probes are excellent if you want truly wireless (no cable through the lid).

Drip Tray Liners — Available from Pit Boss and third parties. Dramatically reduces cleanup time on the drip tray. Size carefully — the 700 and 820 tray shapes are different.

GrillGrates (Check Price on Amazon) — For better sear marks when using the flame broiler. The raised aluminum rails create contact sear lines while still using the direct flame below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why can't I find Pit Boss grills on Amazon?

Conclusion

Pit Boss's value reputation is earned, not marketing mythology. At every price point from $400 to $800, you get more cooking surface, a real flame broiler, and a longer warranty than the equivalent Traeger or Z Grills. The 5-year warranty combined with Dansons' track record of actually honoring it gives a legitimacy to the brand that matters when something inevitably needs replacing after a few years of heavy use.

The failure modes are real but predictable. Keep the grill covered, empty the hopper between cooks in humid climates, and vacuum the firepot regularly. If you experience a controller relay failure — and a small percentage of buyers will — Pit Boss will ship you a replacement. Know the PID versus non-PID distinction before you buy, and pick accordingly.

The recommendation shakes out clearly: for most buyers, the 850 DX at Lowe's is the move in 2026. PID control, WiFi, probe-triggered Keep Warm, 21-lb hopper with cleanout, and flame broiler, likely between $399 and $549 depending on current pricing. It's the model that closes the gap with Traeger's controller advantage while keeping Pit Boss's value-per-dollar lead. If you need more surface area, the Competition 1600 at $799 is where Pit Boss's value argument reaches its ceiling. Above $1,000, spend the extra $200 and get a recteq.

Whatever model you land on: do the burn-in before your first cook, get a cover, and pick up a wireless thermometer to supplement the included probe. That setup will smoke better brisket than most people eating barbecue in this country ever taste.

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