Ooni
Ooni Karu 12G
Best multi-fuel oven for outdoor pizza enthusiasts seeking professional results.
Experience authentic stone-baked pizza anywhere with the Ooni Karu 12G. This versatile pizza oven heats up to 950°F in just 15 minutes, allowing you to cook delicious 12-inch pizzas in as little as 60 seconds. Enjoy the flexibility of multi-fuel cooking with wood, charcoal, or propane. Constructed from durable powder-coated carbon steel and stainless steel, the Karu 12G is built for longevity and portability, making gourmet pizza nights effortless.
$349.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
112
/ 278
#112 in Pizza Makers & Ovens
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Maximum Pizza Diameter
13.2
/ inches
Who it's for
- Outdoor cooks seeking authentic flavor and fuel flexibility
- Home chefs wanting precise heat control and visual monitoring
- Mobile entertainers needing fast heat and easy portability
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for an all-inclusive starter kit
- Novice pizza makers intimidated by manual fire management
- Large families requiring space for bigger pizzas
Performance breakdown
Heat Retention
Insulated shell maintains extreme temperatures for consistent, professional-grade crust blistering.
Fuel Versatility
Seamlessly switch between wood, charcoal, and gas for total cooking control.
Portability
Lightweight enough for easy transport without sacrificing structural integrity.
Build Quality
Powder-coated steel construction withstands harsh outdoor elements with ease.
Preheat Speed
Reaches optimal baking temperatures faster than most traditional outdoor ovens.
Cooking Surface
Ceramic stone provides excellent heat distribution for perfectly crisp pizza bases.
Key Specs
Maximum Pizza Diameter
13.2 inches
Maximum Temperature
950°F
Construction Material
Stainless Steel, Steel
Cooking Surface Material
Ceramic Stone
Portable
Yes
Preheat Time
15 minutes
Power Source
Propane Gas, Wood Fired
Intended Use Location
Outdoor
Features
- Authentic stone-baked pizza in 60 seconds
- Multi-fuel versatility (wood, charcoal, propane)
- Rapid 15-minute preheat
- Portable design for outdoor cooking
- Durable carbon steel and stainless steel construction
- Cooks up to 13.2-inch pizzas
- Reaches 950°F for professional results
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Ooni Karu 12G for delivering authentic, high-quality pizzas quickly. Its multi-fuel capability, allowing use with wood, charcoal, or gas, is a major draw for versatility. Users love the rapid heating to extreme temperatures and the resulting perfectly crisp crusts, often comparing the results favorably to professional pizzerias. While solid fuels introduce a learning curve regarding temperature management, the overall consensus confirms the oven provides a superior culinary experience. The initial investment is viewed as worthwhile due to the consistent, gourmet pizza results achieved in a compact design.
Know before you buy
No, the Karu 12G is strictly designed for outdoor use. It must be operated in a well-ventilated area away from structures and flammable materials to ensure safety.
Yes, to use propane, you will need the Ooni Gas Burner for Karu 12, which is sold separately. The oven comes ready for wood and charcoal firing out of the box.
The oven weighs 33.6 pounds, making it manageable to move for camping trips or backyard storage. Its compact footprint and durable construction allow for easy transport, though it is best handled by one or two people.
The Karu 12G is designed to accommodate pizzas up to 13.2 inches in diameter. This provides enough clearance to maneuver the pizza comfortably on the ceramic stone surface.
The oven reaches its maximum temperature of 950°F in approximately 15 minutes. Once at this temperature, you can cook a pizza in as little as 60 seconds.
Yes, the ceramic baking stone is included. To clean it, simply flip the stone over after use to burn off any leftover food residue, then brush away the debris once the unit has completely cooled; avoid using water or soap.
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