Anyone use Ooni Pizza ovens? Or a similar brand?

[LineSkiCat14]

Dad's 70th is coming up, and he's gotten really into making pizzas. Yet, he's stuck using a stove inside. The weather is finally starting to get nice, and figured he'd really get a kick out of, and use, one of these new-age pizza ovens.

Was looking at the gas-powered Ooni Koda 16.

Anyone else use these? Different brands that might be better? Although it seems like Ooni is the big player here.

 

[UK 82]

Dad's 70th is coming up, and he's gotten really into making pizzas. Yet, he's stuck using a stove inside. The weather is finally starting to get nice, and figured he'd really get a kick out of, and use, one of these new-age pizza ovens.

Was looking at the gas-powered Ooni Koda 16.

Anyone else use these? Different brands that might be better? Although it seems like Ooni is the big player here.

I've had the Koda 16 for about a year and really like it. I've never been able to get the temp past 875 degrees though. They claim it can go to 932 for Neopolitan style pizza. My one big gripe, and I knew this when I bought it, the oven should be stored inside when not in use. Even with a cover. I store mine in our basement but it's bulky and not exactly lightweight. You could buy a rolling cart and store if in the garage if needed. Something to keep in mind. Other than that the Ooni makes great pizzas.

 

[LineSkiCat14]

I've had the Koda 16 for about a year and really like it. I've never been able to get the temp past 875 degrees though. They claim it can go to 932 for Neopolitan style pizza. My one big gripe, and I knew this when I bought it, the oven should be stored inside when not in use. Even with a cover. I store mine in our basement but it's bulky and not exactly lightweight. You could buy a rolling cart and store if in the garage if needed. Something to keep in mind. Other than that the Ooni makes great pizzas.

Yeah I was wondering about that. I was hoping that a nice cover could at least get by a few rain-free nights.

Do you find that the Gas powered does as good of a job with "taste" compared to the more preferred method of wood fire?

 

[UK 82]

Yeah I was wondering about that. I was hoping that a nice cover could at least get by a few rain-free nights.

Do you find that the Gas powered does as good of a job with "taste" compared to the more preferred method of wood fire?

I've never tried their wood fueled pizza but I can't imagine there would be any difference in taste given the fact that Neapolitan style pizzas only cook for a couple of minutes. Now traditional style could be a different story.

 

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[_Mav_]

Dad's 70th is coming up, and he's gotten really into making pizzas. Yet, he's stuck using a stove inside. The weather is finally starting to get nice, and figured he'd really get a kick out of, and use, one of these new-age pizza ovens.

Was looking at the gas-powered Ooni Koda 16.

Anyone else use these? Different brands that might be better? Although it seems like Ooni is the big player here.

Dunno about the Ooni, but a Baking Steel is a must-have accessory for pizza aficionados.

 

[LineSkiCat14]

Dunno about the Ooni, but a Baking Steel is a must-have accessory for pizza aficionados.

My coworker recommended the same thing. I ended up with the Ooni, because I still needed a big gift for him for his 70th. If all I got him was a pizza stone he'd probably throw a beer at me lol.

 

[LineSkiCat14]

If this thread ever gets more use down the road, I'll be glad to share our experiences with it.

 

[_Mav_]

My coworker recommended the same thing. I ended up with the Ooni, because I still needed a big gift for him for his 70th. If all I got him was a pizza stone he'd probably throw a beer at me lol.

The Baking Steel website said they have one to fit an Ooni -- might make a good Christmas present.