Differences/pros vs cons between Mash/tun in Keggle or Cooler

[GoCardinals09]

So im wanting to switch from extract brewing to all grain and was wondering if someone could please explain the differences between doing the mash/tun in a keggle or doing the mash/tun in a cooler. I have looked all over the internet and cant seem to find what the pros and cons are of both. Im sure this is a noob question but any help on this topic would sure help me out.


Thanks!!!

 

[StoutFan]

I think it is a matter of preference and cost/availability. Mine is being fabricated out of 48qt coleman with a manifold. The keggles are very nice, sight glasses and the ability to be under heat. I think its all a matter of what you want and/or need.

 

[beerthirty]

cooler- easier to make and modify, cheaper, holds heat better.
Keggle- if welded it will last forever, ability to direct heat, satisfies the bling bug, can handle slightly larger grain bills.

 

[Lil' Sparky]

Here's one recent thread.

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f36/keg-mash-tun-114076/