If you are cooking for your family or a Small group occasionally you do not need a Big unit. There are many options and opinions and all have there merits. I chose a Bradley Digital 4 rack smoker and have been more than pleased with the results. It is easy and pretty much a set it and forget it type of unit with the use of a remote temperature probe. The biggest downfall of it is it relies on Electricity which is not always available.
I have had a power loss once in the middle of a cooking that PISSED me off!! Needless to say almost ruined my feast. Other than that I have had nothing but GOOD results so far. The Bradley Bisquettes are not cheap but the flavor is Great and they are EASY to use. Good Luck with your choice and looking forward to some pics of your delicacies!!!!! A taste would be even better. LOL