Skip to content
Main Content

Customer Ratings & Reviews

Your price for this item is $799.00

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 32 reviews

Rating Filter

Rating by feature

  • Value

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

Pros mentioned filter

Cons mentioned filter

94%would recommend to a friend

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 10 reviews

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Page 1 Showing 1-20 of 32 reviews
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooks fast, High temperature

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Extremely well built and versatile pizza oven

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ooni Karu 16 is well designed, well built, and came delivered in a sturdy packing box. I've used it a few times using wood and charcoal + wood. The oven heats up to +900 degrees F. TIP: Buy a laser thermometer so you can check that the pizza stone reaches and stays +650 deg, so the crusts will cook at the same time as the toppings. The pizzas are done in less than a couple of minutes, but let it get back up to temp before you load the next one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooks fast, High temperature

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great way to make delicious pizza at home

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Solid, high temp oven. Cooks great pizza fast! I have only used it with the gas burner add on so far. Love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing experience

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am in love with it and have fun using it, the taste of the pizza is delicious, and very much recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have if you love pizza

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I don't even know if I could live without this thing anymore. I absolutely love building the little wood fires inside and watching that temp jack up fast. If you get the right wood ( like apple wood ) I have gotten it from 80 degrees to 900 in under 10 minutes. Very well built sturdy, heavy, like the multi fuel option ( bought the attachment for gas ) but have and plan to now only use wood in it. We have found pre cooking the dough for 10-15 seconds, then adding toppings and back in gets you a nice crispy pizza. Love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Wood fired

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Neat Pizza Oven!

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nifty pizza oven. Havent had a chance to use the propane heater setting, only been using wood. A little difficult to keep as hot as I want it. May try to combine the two. Worth the buy if you like making pizza!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Pizza at Home

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My kids love weird and very unique pizza, and now I can make personal pans for each of them for under the price of one pizza from a delivery place…takes some practice and I’m not quite there yet, but 8 pizzas in - already making delicious pizza

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooks fast

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    What a gem, need a second one, lol

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fantastic item, wish I could also have a second in my condo, but rules don't allow. Easy to use, cooks fantastic! Few first tries were challenging, but got the hang of it on the fourth try. Best to cook the dough alone for 15 seconds before putting ingredients on and toppings, slides easier.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Decision Ever!

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent oven! I cannot stop baking pizzas in it. Definitely a new weekend hobby

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Sticking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good tasting pizza, with a learning curve.

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been making pizzas in our home electric oven for many years now but was growing tired of the pre-heat and cool-down times. The oven would always heat up the house and was limited to 550F. In Texas during the summer this was never ideal. With that said, the electric oven still made good pizza, but I was waiting 8-10 minutes to cook each pizza. When making 4 pizzas and breadsticks I'm left cooking for an hour while everyone else eats. For those reasons I decided to give Ooni a try. What I like about it: 1) Keeps the heat outside the house. If something burns, I don't have to worry about smoke. 2) Pizzas cook in 2-3 minutes instead of 8-10. 3) The crust will turn to a golden brown with the Ooni, something I struggled to achieve at the best of times with the electric oven due to temperature limitations. 4) Easy to clean, provided you have the cleaning brush. Burnt a pizza on the stone? No problem, just scrape the chunks off and flip the stone over. It will naturally clean itself as you cook in the Ooni over time. 5) Versatility, you can cook proteins, veggies or even breads in this oven given the right fuel and temperature control. What I dislike: 1) Cost & Accessories. You're going to need to dish out more money for accessories on an already expensive pizza oven. You will need a pizza peel, a table to put the Ooni on, and a cleaning brush. A pizza turner is optional but highly recommended. If you want to use propane, you'll have to buy a separate attachment. Want to cover it while not in use? That's another accessory you have to buy. 2) Slightly less forgiving to cook on. Pizzas can stick to the peel if the dough is too moist, or if the peel is not covered with enough flower. This can result in the pizza sticking when launching into the oven and creating a hot smoking mess. You'll learn over time how to dial in the dough moisture to avoid this. Pizzas also need to be turned every 30-45 seconds while cooking depending on how hot the oven is. Note that the display image on the website here shows the oven with the optional pizza door (half glass, half open). This does not come with the oven; it comes with the full glass door.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooks fast

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great pizza oven

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ooni Karu 16 pizza oven heated up fast and beautifully on a very cold winter day. Pizzas cooked amazingly fast and were delicious. Can't wait to try making bread in it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Great price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    fantastic

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pizza oven definitely worth the price. Love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Durability, Rust

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Beware of rust issues - do not spend the money

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If I could give this company a negative star, I would. One year after purchasing the Karu multifuel, the oven and their $300 table rusted. I called for assistance but was advised that their outside pizza oven, which cost $800, was not covered "for cosmetic issues." Rust is not a cosmetic issue; it is a health issue. Do yourself a favor and do not spend the money; even if covered and kept in an indoor patio, it will rust. It is not worth the money. Many cheaper options for purchase will do the same job and maybe last longer.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Ooni Team
      Posted .

      Hi there,
      Thanks so much for sharing your honest feedback. It’s important to us that we hear about customer experiences so we can keep improving our products and services.

      We’ve had an extensive look into the images provided, and have determined that this will not present a health or safety issue. The surface rusting is minor (not flaking or separating from the surface), and is not present in any portion of the product that comes into contact with food.

      Our warranty does not cover surface rust such as this, because it is an expected result of normal “wear and tear” over time, especially in areas of high humidity and atmospheric conditions such as high salt content that will accelerate oxidation. It will not interfere with the operation of the oven, which can continue to be used to make great pizza for years to come. Additionally, the affected areas can be safely restored with a stainless steel cleaner such as Bar Keepers Friend.

      I’m sorry that this hasn’t been resolved to your satisfaction, so please know that you can always reach out to us at support.ooni.com and we’ll continue to work with you to make sure that you have safe and functional Ooni products. We’re here seven days a week, and only a few clicks away.

      Looking forward to hearing from you,
      The Ooni Support Team.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Must Have!!

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ooni Karu 16 multifuel pizza oven is excellent for wood, charcoal, or propane fired cooking. I purchased the propane adapter separately. So far, I have cooked pizzas, wings, and steaks. They all turned out great. There is an Ooni app with a few recipes, but there are many Ooni cooking videos to help you with new ideas.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Pizza oven

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. I've only used it a couple of times so far, and its been great. I bought the gas module with it, so I haven't used the charcoal or wood yet!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing oven

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works like a charm, produces beautiful pizzas with amazing flavor

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It is perfect for make pizzas

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like everything from this product, I enjoy the possibility to use wood, charcoal and gas.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Poor support

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Terrible Support. Terrible Quality.

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Terrible ooni support- arrived dented and has quality control issues. Onni support will give you the run around. Warranty is a joke. Look for another brand that will stand behind their product.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Ooni Team
      Posted .

      Hi there, my name is Sam and I work with the Ooni Experience Team. I was so sorry to read your review as we do absolutely stand behind our products and we are always eager to offer our full support in the rare event of an issue. We would never want to leave any Ooni owners disappointed by our support so, if you would be willing to, if you can contact support@ooni.com again it would be great to hear from you. Feel free to ask to speak to Sam and I'll be very happy to look into this and ensure we get it resolved.

      Thanks,
      Sam - Ooni Experience Team

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ooni pizza oven

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I haven't used it yet. It has the best ratings... im looking forward to unboxing it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Family hang!

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best excuse to get the extended family together!!! Let's make some pizza by the pool!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Pizza peel
    Cons mentioned:
    Late arrival

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ooni Karu 16 pizza oven - amazing

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was late to arrive but that was due to weather. We have used it once and made 3 amazing pizzas. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend

What experts are saying

Powered by alaTest

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 10 reviews

  • TechRadarRating, 4.5 out of 5Carrie-Ann Skinner on September 24, 2021

    Ooni Karu 16 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven reviewOoni, having launched in 2012 as a Kickstarter, is now synonymous with outdoor pizza ovens that use charcoal, wood or gas to cook pizza in no time at all. The Ooni Karu 16 is the brand's latest top-of-the-range pizza oven. The multi-fuel outdoor

    Full Review
  • Tom's GuideRating, 4.5 out of 5Mike Prospero on May 24, 2023

    Ooni Karu 16 reviewWhen your pizza oven is recommended by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, it has to be good, right? As the city where the world's most perfect food was invented, Neapolitans are the most particular about what constitutes good pizza and the

    Full Review
  • WIREDRating, 4.5 out of 5ADRIENNE SO on July 1, 2021

    Review: Ooni Karu 16If you have a design that really works, why change it? The Ooni Karu 16 echoes the sea turtle appearance of the company's previous ovens. However, unlike the gleaming stainless steel of the Ooni Pro, the Karu 16 has a temperature-resistant

    Full Review
  • goodhousekeeping.comCHARLEY WARD on June 2, 2023

    We tried Ooni's flagship Karu 16 pizza oven to see if we could recreate our restaurant faves at homeIf you've even fleetingly considered investing in one of these versatile machines, you'll have heard of market-leaders Ooni. With a seven-strong range of gas and wood-fired ovens, a wealth of accessories, plus a grocers and comprehensive recipe

    Full Review
  • Expert ReviewsRating, 5 out of 5Danielle Amato on May 25, 2023

    Ooni Karu 16 pizza oven review: The ultimate outdoor accessoryThe Ooni Karu 16 is a premium, multi-fuel pizza oven designed for outdoor use. It's suitable for use with wood, LPG (gas) or charcoal and, as its name suggests, it's big enough for 16in pizzas. It's also suitable for a variety of other bread-based

    Full Review
  • Burning BrisketOctober 10, 2023

    Ooni Karu 16 Review: Is The Extra $$$ Worth Spending?Since we first tried the Ooni Koda 12, we've been crazy about home-made pizza and Ooni. Yes, it's 110% as good as they say it is. And, no, it's not as hard to make as some make out. But, before you go and invest your hard earned dollars on this

    Full Review
  • FOODAlexandra Domrongchai on May 23, 2023

    The Ooni Karu 16 Is the Ultimate Pizza Oven – Here's WhyOver 250 pizzas later, we've really put the pizza oven through intense use. The Ooni has proven to be a versatile addition to our culinary arsenal, ideal for everything from family meals to large-scale entertaining. Most importantly, it is able to

    Full Review
  • CNNKristin Magaldi on May 5, 2023

    We tried the bestselling Ooni pizza oven, and it was amoreI was introduced to Ooni, a brand taking the internet by storm because it was doing just that: making fully functional pizza ovens that required little assembly and minimal effort to make a pie that would rival the ones they're churning out in

    Full Review