Are electric smokers worth it compared to charcoal or offset smokers?

For convenience, yes. Across r/smoking threads, electric smokers like the Masterbuilt and East Oak are praised as easy, low-maintenance ways to get into smoking, with good results on poultry, fish, jerky and ribs. The consistent caveat from reviewers is that they produce a lighter smoke flavor and lack the deep bark and intensity of a charcoal offset. If chasing competition-style brisket is your goal, community consensus still favors offsets.