I guess I was just impressed with it's effectiveness in making my gas grill a much better grill for my tastes.
Regarding pellet grill smoke output/style and food results, the best ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and BBQ chicken I've ever had was cooked on a Traeger Texas (model from 7 or 8 years ago). Essentially the KCBS competition categories. Our team used Traegers in our comps (mostly so the food prep didn't interfere with the partying). So even though I am waiting on my first personal pellet grill, I have used them and eaten food from them for several years.
And if that pulled beef you made on your pellet grill is any indication, I will be a happy camper when mine gets here!