The best at-home pizza ovens to rival any restaurant

Sure pizza from your nearest pizzeria is delicious but given how simple it is (in theory) to whip up, there's nothing more satisfying than mastering a delicious slice yourself. Yeah, the oven is a good way to cook pizza, but imagine how better it could be with your very own pizza oven?!

Thankfully, pizza ovens have become more household-friendly over the years with many giving the Italian joint down the road a run for their money.

And as we get set for summer gatherings, maybe the humble BBQ has some competition in the form of a sleek outdoor pizza oven.

The different types of pizza ovens available

Woodfire pizza ovens: These pizza ovens are the type you'd most likely see used in a pizzeria. They create pizzas with a crispy taste and texture, and while they can take longer to heat up before cooking, they are often worth the wait. However, woodfire pizza ovens are a more expensive option and will need regular maintenance. They also should only be used in an open space like a backyard.

Wood pellet pizza ovens: These are similar to woodfire ovens and will give you a similar taste but are smaller and often portable. They are also typically more fuel-efficient and quicker to heat up and cool down.

Gas pizza ovens: These connect to a gas source and often heat up much faster compared to a wood-fired oven. They are also a cheaper alternative.

Electric/convection ovens: These pizza ovens are the types you'd find inside a kitchen and are safe to use indoors. Cooking and heating times vary depending on the model you purchase.

To help you pick the best pizza oven for your home, we have rounded them up below.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Best pizza oven

OONI Koda 16 Pizza Oven

Buy it here for $1,199

The OONI Koda 16 is a gas-powered pizza oven that can reach a maximum temperature of 500 degrees Celsius in as little as 20 minutes. Able to evenly cook 16-inch sized pizzas, it is built with a unique L-shaped burner so they will only need to be turned once and will be ready to serve in just 60 seconds.

Safety is also paramount with the ceramic fibre insulation, retaining the heat inside while keeping the exterior safe to touch. It will also automatically cease the gas flow if it detects the flame has gone out. Making it great for any environment, the OONI has a simple and sleek design as well as foldable legs for easy storage and portability.

You can buy the 16-inch OONI Koda here or opt for the smaller 12-inch size here.

Best wood-fired pizza oven

Solo Stove Pi Pizza Oven

Get yours now for $914.99

Measuring just 38.4cm x 52cm, the Solo Stove Pi Pizza Oven will not only make delicious and authentic-tasting pizza but won't take up too much space. Able to cook 12-inch pizzas, it is made from durable stainless steel with a dome shape and a large opening, making it easy to slide pizzas in and out and turn them as they cook. It also comes with a pizza stone included for the crispest crust.

Best wood pellet pizza oven

OONI Frya 12 Pizza Oven

Buy here for $549

A great option for the avid barbecuer, the OONI Frya 12 Pizza Oven uses wood pellets at its heat source that can last up to 15 minutes without needing to be refilled. It can reach up to 500 degrees Celsius in under 20 minutes and cooks your 12-inch pizza in 60 seconds. It's also portable with a detachable chimney, foldable legs and pellet scoop.

Best electric or convection pizza oven

Breville The Smart Oven Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven

Buy at The Good Guys for $999 Buy on Amazon for $1,999.99

Extremely versatile, The Smart Oven Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven from Breville comes with seven preset choices for different pizza styles, including frozen pizzas, wood-fired pizzas and New York-style pizzas. It also has a manual control option to set the temperature between 175 to 400 degrees Celsius. This oven is designed to create a char on the pizza and replicate a woodfire pizza in just two minutes of cooking.

Built with the Element iQ system to direct the power and heat inside, the Breville Smart Oven Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven creates the ideal cooking environment for each type of pizza setting, base and toppings. It also fits on your benchtop, making it the ideal kitchen appliance.

Best multi-fuel sourced pizza oven

OONI Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

Get it today for $549

Using the OONI Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven, you can create the perfect pizza using wood, charcoal or gas (an additional gas burner can be purchased separately). Easy to use and control with any heat source, just adjust the oxygen flow through the built-in chimney to set the ideal temperature. There is also an integrated baffle control as well as a custom fuel tray to help create a better cooking environment.

Heating up to 500 degrees Celsius in just 15 minutes, you can cook 12-inch pizzas in 60 seconds on the stone baking board included. If a 12-inch pizza won't fill you up, the OONI Karu is also available in the 16-inch size.

Best portable pizza oven

Solt Portable Pizza Oven

At The Good Guys for $299

Able to take on any adventure, the Solt Portable Pizza Oven is built with collapsible legs, and has a foldable pizza peel and carry bag. This gas oven has an aluminium body, a temperature control knob and can reach up to 500 degrees Celsius, cooking your pizza in just one minute.

Best pizza oven on a budget

MasterPro The Ultimate Pizza Maker and Oven

Get it now for $169

Now on Amazon for $169, The Ultimate Pizza Maker and Oven by MasterPro is decidedly compact, making it easy to fit on the counter and store in the cupboards. Made with a stainless steel body, it takes approximately 10 minutes to preheat up to 400 degrees Celsius and cooks your pizza in just five minutes.

This oven cooks the pizza from the heating bases on the top and bottom, and you can see how it's coming along from the small window on top. It can be used for both freshly made and frozen pizzas, is built with an adjustable timer and comes with a removable baking stone and two stainless steel lifting paddles.