I have an Akorn, I know it's not a high dollar kamado but it's done very well for about 6 years. It holds temp really well and we've cooked everything on it including briskets. I bought it a Lowes with a military discount and at that price point, it's been great.
That's what I started with and it did a great job for many years. I got it scratch and dent, plus my military discount.
