# Camp Chef

> The Camp Chef app introduces a bold, new convenient way to cook outdoors

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.campchef.iotgrill](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.campchef.iotgrill)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.campchef.iotgrill`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Camp Chef
- **Category:** HOUSE\_AND\_HOME
- **Downloads:** 127,941
- **Rating:** 1.83 / 5 (3,306 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.2.61
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-11
- **First published:** 2019-11-18
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 69 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-06-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.campchef.iotgrill)
- **Website:** [https://campchef.com](https://campchef.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.revelyst.com/privacy-policy.html](https://www.revelyst.com/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

The Camp Chef app revolutionizes outdoor cooking by enabling you to control your pellet grill from your phone. With WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, set and monitor grill and meat probe temperatures, adjust smoke levels, and even shut down your grill remotely. The app keeps you updated with real-time notifications for timers and temperature goals, allowing you to monitor your cook from anywhere.

Create an account to sync your cooking data across devices, seamlessly switch between multiple Camp Chef grills, and soon access detailed historical cook graphs for insights on your cooking performance. Comprehensive help and support features are on the way, including FAQs and how-to articles covering grill maintenance and optimal cooking temperatures. Easily set up your grill's connectivity directly through the app to enhance your outdoor cooking experience.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM`
- `com.campchef.iotgrill.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

The Android Camp Chef app is plagued by connectivity issues, crashes, and poor real-time readings, with limited probe/configuration options. While the grill hardware is generally regarded as solid and Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi control is available, the app’s reliability is inconsistent across users and updates. Typical feedback centers on frequent disconnects, forced restarts, and missing/slow temperature alarms, indicating a need for major stability fixes and better maintenance.

### Pros

- The grill hardware is described as a solid performer / reliable in use.
- The app supports Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi connectivity to the grill, enabling control via mobile.
- Some users report that the Android version works reliably in specific setups (e.g., multiple grills in different locations).

### Cons

- Unstable or dropping connections between the app and grill (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi) is the most frequent complaint.
- Frequent crashes, freezes, or forced closes requiring app restarts.
- Inability to configure probes (names, target temperatures) and meat-type settings or alarms in the app.
- Temperatures readings often not real-time or show large, sudden swings.
- App updates regressions and ongoing maintenance concerns; many users feel the app is not reliable.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.campchef.iotgrill)