Napoleon Apollo 18 Charcoal Water Smoker

Napoleon Apollo 18 AS18K is a vertical charcoal water smoker designed for controlled low-and-slow cooking. It combines a water pan, charcoal basket, two 304 stainless-steel cooking grids, ACCU-PROBE™ temperature gauge and adjustable air and smoke control.

🌫️ WATER SMOKING

The included water pan helps create a more humid smoking environment, making the Apollo suitable for brisket, ribs, pork, poultry and other long low-and-slow cooks. A charcoal basket is also included.

🌡️ ACCU-PROBE™ & HEAT CONTROL

The integrated ACCU-PROBE™ temperature gauge monitors chamber temperature, while three adjustable inlet vents allow precise airflow and charcoal control. Adjustable smoke control further helps manage the cooking environment.

▭ 304 STAINLESS-STEEL COOKING GRIDS

Apollo 18 uses 304 stainless-steel cooking grids, designed for even heating, durability and low maintenance. Two cooking grids are included.

🪝 HANGING BAR & 5 STAINLESS S-HOOKS

The lid includes a horizontal hanging bar and five stainless-steel S-hooks for hanging fish, ribs and sausages.

🌡️ SILICONE-SEALED PROBE PORTS

Silicone-sealed temperature-probe ports allow external probes to be inserted while helping reduce smoke and heat leakage.

🚪 LARGE ACCESS DOORS

Large doors with insulated handles provide easier access to the food, water pan and fuel area while smoking.

🔒 MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

Locking toggle latches secure the smoker sections during operation while allowing them to be detached for storage and transport.

🔄 ROTISSERIE-READY

A durable stainless-steel rotisserie ring is ready for motor and spit installation. The rotisserie attachment itself is sold separately.

🛞 MOBILITY

Locking caster wheels make the smoker easier to reposition and secure once in place.

🍖 WHAT YOU CAN COOK

Brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, fish, sausages, beef, pork and vegetables. Napoleon specifically highlights brisket, ribs, fish, poultry and vegetables.

👥 APPROXIMATE CAPACITY

For typical use, Apollo 18 is suitable for approximately 6–10 people, depending on the foods being prepared and how the two grids are arranged. This is a CasaGrill estimate rather than a manufacturer-stated capacity.

⭐ MAIN ADVANTAGES

• Vertical charcoal water smoker
• Two 304 stainless-steel cooking grids
• Water pan
• Charcoal basket
• ACCU-PROBE™ temperature gauge
• Three adjustable inlet vents
• Adjustable smoke control
• Silicone-sealed probe ports
• Hanging bar
• Five stainless-steel S-hooks
• Large access doors
• Insulated handles
• Locking toggle latches
• Locking caster wheels
• Stainless-steel rotisserie ring
• Rotisserie attachment sold separately
• Napoleon 10-year limited warranty.

🧼 CARE

Allow charcoal and ash to cool completely before cleaning. Clean the cooking grids, water pan and charcoal basket and dispose of ash only once it is completely cold.

👨‍🍳 CASAGRILL RECOMMENDS

For brisket, ribs and pulled pork, maintain a steady low temperature by adjusting the inlet vents. The water pan is especially useful during longer smoking sessions.

🏡 IDEAL FOR

Backyards, open patios, holiday homes and BBQ enthusiasts who want traditional charcoal flavour with manual fire control in a vertical smoker.

⚠️ SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

Use outdoors only in a well-ventilated area on a stable, non-combustible surface. Never use inside buildings, garages, tents, vehicles, caravans or other enclosed spaces because burning charcoal produces carbon monoxide.

Never use petrol or alcohol for ignition and never add lighter fluid to already lit charcoal. Allow charcoal and ash to cool completely before disposal. Napoleon also warns against inhaling smoker exhaust.

🏆 CASAGRILL VERDICT

Napoleon Apollo 18 is a well-equipped charcoal smoker for users who want water smoking, precise manual airflow control and modular construction. Its 304 stainless-steel grids, ACCU-PROBE™, three adjustable vents, five-hook hanging system and rotisserie-ready design give it excellent low-and-slow versatility.