Rankings
The Ooni Karu 2 Pro is a versatile multi-fuel oven with Bluetooth temperature monitoring and a high 950°F max heat. Its larger size and 15-minute preheat make it less portable and slower to start. Ideal for users who want fuel flexibility and precise control in a backyard setting.
The BIG HORN 12-inch multi-fuel oven provides authentic wood-pellet smoked flavor and rapid heating up to 475 °C for quick 12-inch pizzas. Its limitation to smaller pizzas and need for pellet management suit small families or campers seeking a budget-friendly, smoky experience.
The Ooni Karu 12 is a versatile multi-fuel outdoor pizza oven that reaches up to 950 °F (518 °C) and cooks 12-inch pizzas in about a minute. It trades off some convenience with manual lighting and lacks built-in temperature monitoring, making it better suited for users who value fuel flexibility over smart features.
The Solo Stove Pi is a compact, portable wood-or-propane oven with a durable stainless-steel build and a 13-mm cordierite stone. It trades off higher heat and smart features for simplicity and portability. Best for beginners and campers who value ease of use over maximum performance.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
475 °C | 510 °C | 518 °Cbest | 454 °C | |
30.48 cm | 40.64 cmbest | 30.48 cm | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 19 minutes | 15 minutesbest | 15 minutesbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 1.25 minutes | 1 minutesbest | 1 minutesbest | — |
929 cm²best | — | — | — | |
— | — | — | 427 °Cbest | |
— | — | — | 13 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.296 kgbest | 15.296 kg | 12 kg | 13.834 kg |
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Features(5) | ||||
Fuel Type | Wood,Pellet,Gas,Electric | Wood,Charcoal,Gas | Wood,Charcoal,Gas | Wood,Gas |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 475 °C | 510 °C | 518 °C | 454 °C |
Preheat Time (minutes) | 19 minutes | 15 minutes | 15 minutes | — |
Cooking Time per Pizza (minutes) | 1.25 minutes | 1 minutes | 1 minutes | — |
Cooking Diameter (cm) | 30.48 cm | 40.64 cm | 30.48 cm | — |
General(1) | ||||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years | 1 years | — |
Design(4) | ||||
Weight (kg) | 11.296 kg | 15.296 kg | 12 kg | 13.834 kg |
Height (cm) | 61 cm | 95.25 cm | 77 cm | 68.6 cm |
Width (cm) | 35.6 cm | 60.96 cm | 40 cm | 61 cm |
Length (cm) | 53.3 cm | 40.64 cm | 80 cm | 61 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the SRPG18003 for its affordability, rapid tool-free setup, and sturdy stainless-steel construction that delivers wood-smoked flavor comparable to pricier models. They highlight its intense heat, quick preheat, and the "smoke-breathing pizza factory" experience, while noting the limitation to 12-inch pizzas and the need for occasional pellet refueling during longer sessions.
Everyday users consistently commend the oven's fast preheat, authentic smoky taste, and portable, lightweight design that works well for camping and backyard gatherings. Common complaints revolve around the 12-inch size restriction, the necessity to add pellets mid-cook, and occasional ash buildup or pellet-slide jams that require careful loading and cleanup.
“compact winner”
“small but mighty”
“take to beach or friend's house”
Select the Ooni Karu 12 when you need the option to switch between wood and propane; select the Solo Stove Pi if you prefer a ready-to-use, all-steel wood-only oven with a lighter overall package.
Professional reviewers commend the Koda 16 for its rapid heat-up to 950 °F, the even heat distribution of its L-shaped burner, and the generous 16-inch cooking area that outpaces smaller gas models. They also note its beginner-friendly performance and low-maintenance propane operation, while criticizing the vague lighting instructions and the lack of multi-zone or smart temperature features.
Everyday users love the oven's portability, quick 60-90-second cook times, and the high heat that produces restaurant-style crusts, often mentioning how easy it is to bring to the beach or a friend's house. Common complaints focus on the confusing ignition process, the need for precise dough placement on the tapered stone, and the absence of an app or temperature readout.
