I’m really impressed with my Camp Chef Smoke Pro DLX, easy ash clean out, hopper clean out & rock solid temps, it just flat out works. They have the larger Lux version for a bigger grill, they also have an optional sear box propane side burner so you can cook some hamburgers, hot dogs or sear your steak for a reverse sear.
If you buy the Cabela’s version you get a few added features & lifetime warranty. I looked at the GMG, Traeger, Pit Boss & Louisiana Grills in person, the quality was the same so I went with the Camp Chef knowing I could add the sear box (which I just ordered this morning) You’d be well under your target of $1000 as well.