Best Pizza Ovens Under $1,000 (That Don’t Feel Like a Bunnings DIY Kit)
You don’t need to remortgage your house or start a side hustle to get a proper pizza oven. There are plenty of solid options under a grand — if you know where to look.
The trick is finding one that doesn’t feel like you need to build it yourself or pray it holds up after a few uses.
So, if you're chasing something reliable, hot, and ready to roll without breaking the bank — here are the best pizza ovens under $1,000 that are worth your coin.
What You Should Expect From a Pizza Oven Under $1,000
Just because you’re not splashing $2k on a pizza dome doesn’t mean you’ve gotta settle for something flimsy.
Here’s what a good sub-$1,000 pizza oven should give you:
- Cooks hot — at least 400°C
- Ready in under 20 mins
- Solid build (stainless steel = good)
- Portable (you shouldn’t need a forklift)
- Cooks a pizza in 90 seconds to 3 minutes
Oh — and it should actually look like something you want in your backyard.
Our Top Picks – Best Pizza Ovens Under $1,000
Ooni Koda 16 – Bigger Size, Same Simplicity
Fuel: Gas
Same great gas setup as the 12, but with more cooking room. Fits bigger pizzas or two smaller ones side-by-side. Great for families or feeding a few hungry mates without juggling too much at once.
Ooni Koda 12 – Gas Simplicity, Big Performance
Fuel: Gas
Dead-easy to get going. Preheat, pop your pizza in, and it’s done in 60–90 seconds.
Compact, reliable, and no stuffing around with kindling.
Ooni Karu 12 – Multi-Fuel Flexibility
Fuel: Wood, charcoal, or gas (with attachment)
This one’s for blokes who like a bit of flavour and don’t mind keeping an eye on the fire. Run it on wood for that proper smokiness, or attach the gas burner if you want things easy. Tough little unit with loads of fans.
See the Ooni Karu 12
Everdure Kiln Gas Pizza Oven – Sleek but Solid
Fuel: Gas
Don’t let the pretty design fool you — the Kiln from Everdure is a serious bit of kit. Easy to get going, steady heat, and looks sharp on any patio. Good option if you want gas-powered performance without the usual boxy look.
See the Everdure Kiln
What to Avoid in the Cheap Seats
- Aluminium frames that bend after a couple of sessions
- Ovens that don’t get hot enough (under 350°C = limp bases)
- Poor seals and wobbly legs
- “Assembly required” with no instructions
Final Thoughts – Good Pizza Doesn’t Need a Big Budget
You don’t need to spend thousands to eat well.
A decent pizza oven under $1,000 can still deliver crispy bases, cheesy melts, and backyard bragging rights.
Just make sure you’re getting the right one — built tough, cooks hot, and doesn’t feel like a DIY art project.
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