Best Ooni Pizza Oven: Every Current Model Compared
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Ooni makes the best-selling portable pizza ovens, and its lineup has changed a lot in the last two years. The Koda 12 and Koda 16 have given way to the Koda 2 family, the Karu 12 and Karu 16 to the Karu 2 and Karu 2 Pro, and the Volt 12 to the Volt 2. This guide covers every Ooni oven currently sold on Amazon and which one fits your cooking.
Ooni Pizza Ovens at a Glance
| Oven | Fuel | Pizza size | Max temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koda 2 | Propane | 14 inches | 950°F |
| Koda 2 Pro | Propane | 18 inches | ~930°F |
| Koda 2 Max | Propane, dual zone | Two 12-inch or one 20-inch | — |
| Karu 2 | Wood, charcoal (gas optional) | 12 inches | 950°F |
| Karu 2 Pro | Wood, charcoal (gas optional) | 16 inches | 950°F |
| Volt 2 | Electric | 12 inches | 850°F |
- Ooni Koda 2 – best Ooni overall
- Ooni Karu 2 – best Ooni for wood-fired flavor
- Ooni Koda 2 Pro – best Ooni for 18-inch pizzas and cast iron
- Ooni Karu 2 Pro – best Ooni for 16-inch wood-fired pizza
- Ooni Koda 2 Max (Starter Bundle) – best Ooni for big families and parties
- Ooni Volt 2 – best Ooni for indoor cooking
The Best Ooni Pizza Ovens
1. Ooni Koda 2 – best Ooni overall
The Koda 2 is Ooni’s current 14-inch propane oven and the easiest place to start if you want gas convenience without giving up 950°F heat. Ooni’s tapered-flame G2 burner spreads heat across the stone more evenly than the original Koda, and a thicker stone recovers faster between pizzas.
At about 35 lbs it is still light enough to move between the patio and a campsite.
Key specs:
- Fuel: propane only (28 mBar regulator and hose included)
- Cooking area: 14-inch stone
- Temperature range: 375–950°F
- Weight: about 35 lbs
PROS:
- Even heat from the tapered-flame burner
- Thicker stone for back-to-back pizzas
- Portable for its size
CONS:
- Propane only, no natural gas option
- No door, so wind affects heat
2. Ooni Karu 2 – best Ooni for wood-fired flavor
The Karu 2 burns wood or charcoal out of the box, and takes Ooni’s gas burner (sold separately) for propane cooking. That makes it the most flexible 12-inch oven here.
It has a borosilicate glass door, an integrated thermometer, reaches 950°F in about 15 minutes, and cooks 12-inch pizzas in about 60 seconds.
Key specs:
- Fuel: wood, charcoal, or propane with optional burner
- Pizza size: 12 inches
- Max temperature: 950°F
- Glass door and built-in thermometer
PROS:
- Real wood-fired flavor
- Glass door lets you watch without losing heat
- Can switch to gas later
CONS:
- Gas burner is an extra purchase
- Wood fire takes practice to manage
3. Ooni Koda 2 Pro – best Ooni for 18-inch pizzas and cast iron
The Koda 2 Pro has a stone that is 21 inches at the front and 18 inches at the back, about 30% more room than the previous Koda 16. That leaves space for 18-inch pizzas, cast iron or sheet pans.
It includes Ooni’s Connect digital temperature hub, with ambient and food-probe readings sent to your phone. Its pyrolytic cleaning burns off residue.
Key specs:
- Fuel: propane only
- Cooking area: 18-inch+ stone
- Temperature range: about 320–930°F (160–500°C)
- Bluetooth temperature hub included
PROS:
- Biggest cooking area in the Koda line
- App-connected thermometer
- Wide temperature range for roasting as well as pizza
CONS:
- Heavy and expensive
- Propane only
4. Ooni Karu 2 Pro – best Ooni for 16-inch wood-fired pizza
The Karu 2 Pro is Ooni’s large multi-fuel oven. It burns wood or charcoal out of the box, takes an optional gas burner, and fits 16-inch pizzas.
A full glass door, a mounted digital thermometer and Ooni Connect app support make it the most controllable wood-burning Ooni. It reaches 950°F in about 15 minutes.
Key specs:
- Fuel: wood, charcoal, or gas with optional burner
- Pizza size: 16 inches
- Max temperature: 950°F
- Digital thermometer, full glass door
PROS:
- 16-inch wood-fired pizza
- Glass door and digital temperature readout
- Can add gas later
CONS:
- Gas burner sold separately
- Expensive once accessories are added
5. Ooni Koda 2 Max (Starter Bundle) – best Ooni for big families and parties
The Koda 2 Max is Ooni’s biggest gas oven. Its 24 x 21-inch stone fits two 12-inch pizzas side by side or a single 20-inch pie. Two independently controlled G2 burners let you run one side hot for pizza and the other cooler for vegetables or meat.
It includes Ooni’s Connect digital temperature hub. On Amazon it’s sold as a starter bundle with a protective cover.
Key specs:
- Fuel: propane
- Stone: 24 x 21 inches (two 12-inch pizzas or one 20-inch)
- Dual-zone burners
- Bundle includes cover
PROS:
- Cooks two pizzas at once
- Dual-zone cooking
- App-connected thermometer
CONS:
- Very expensive
- Large and heavy, not a travel oven
6. Ooni Volt 2 – best Ooni for indoor cooking
Ooni’s Volt 2 runs from 70°F to 850°F, so it works as a 12-inch pizza oven and an everyday countertop oven for cookies, vegetables and weeknight meals.
Ooni’s Pizza Intelligence control adjusts the temperature in real time for consistent bakes, and the warranty extends to 3 years when you register it.
Key specs:
- Temperature range: 70–850°F
- Pizza size: 12 inches
- One-touch presets
- 3-year warranty with registration
PROS:
- Hottest indoor oven in this list
- Doubles as a regular countertop oven
- Indoor and outdoor use
CONS:
- Expensive
- 12-inch pizzas only
Koda, Karu or Volt: Which Ooni Family?
Koda: gas only
Koda ovens run on propane. They’re the easiest Oonis to use: connect a tank, turn the dial and cook. Choose the Koda 2 for 14-inch pizzas, the Koda 2 Pro for 18-inch pizzas and cast iron, and the Koda 2 Max if you regularly feed a crowd.
Karu: wood, charcoal or gas
Karu ovens burn wood or charcoal out of the box and take an optional gas burner. Choose a Karu if you want real wood-fired flavor at least some of the time. The Karu 2 Pro adds 16-inch capacity, a full glass door and a digital thermometer.
Volt: electric
The Volt 2 is Ooni’s electric oven for indoors or out. It’s the pick for apartments, condos and anywhere you can’t run gas or wood.
FAQ
What is the best Ooni pizza oven for beginners?
The Koda 2. Gas is the easiest fuel to control, and the 14-inch stone gives you more room to launch and turn pizzas than the old 12-inch ovens.
Is the Ooni Koda 12 still available?
Not new on Amazon. Ooni’s current gas ovens are the Koda 2, Koda 2 Pro and Koda 2 Max. If you find a Koda 12 or Koda 16, it’s older stock.
Can Ooni ovens use natural gas?
The Koda 2 models sold on Amazon are listed as propane only and are not compatible with natural gas. Check Ooni’s own site for natural-gas versions and conversion kits in your region.
Do I need accessories with an Ooni?
At minimum a launching peel and an infrared thermometer. A turning peel and a cover are the next most useful. See our guides to the best pizza peels and infrared thermometers.
Our Pick
For most people the Ooni Koda 2 is the right Ooni: fast, easy and big enough for 14-inch pizzas. If you want wood fire, get the Karu 2. If you can’t cook outdoors, the Volt 2 brings Ooni’s heat indoors. Comparing brands? See our best gas pizza ovens guide.
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