Best Pizza Ovens to Give Dad for Father's Day

Ooni Koda Pizza Oven — Photo: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma

This Father's Day, help Dad expand his culinary horizons beyond grilling by gifting him a pizza oven. They reach super hot temperatures like a traditional wood-fired oven but are easier to use, take up much less space, and come to temperature much faster. This means he'll be able to whip up a pizza with bubbly hot cheese and a perfectly charred crust in just a few minutes. Pizza ovens are also good for cooking other things that benefit from high heat, like marinated meats and bread. To help jump-start your search, we've highlighted some standout options below that would make a perfect gift for any dad who loves pizza, appliances, or trying new things.

Pizza ovens come in numerous shapes, sizes, and price points. There are indoor pizza ovens that can be plugged in on the countertop or placed over the stove as well as outdoor pizza ovens powered by gas. Portable pizza ovens that have foldable legs and are great for taking to campsites and tailgates; larger ovens are perfect for those who want to make bigger pizzas. Higher-end pizza ovens reach higher temperatures and cook pizza faster, but they come with a steeper price tag. More affordable pizza ovens may not heat up as fast, but they still heat up faster and hotter than the average oven. All of this is to say that you have a lot of options, so there's a lot to consider when looking for the perfect pizza oven to give your dad this Father's Day. To help you on your search, we're sharing our favorite options in a variety of categories.

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Best Splurge: Breville Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven

A well-known favorite for good reason, this indoor countertop pizza oven from Breville can reach up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit; that means a wood-fired style pizza cooks in just two minutes. The oven can accommodate a 12-inch pizza, and there are settings for different pizza styles like frozen, pan, New York, and wood-fired. A double-pane, heat-resistant front window and layers of insulation around the heat chamber keep much of the high heat inside, which is ideal for when you're cooking pizza on hot summer days.

Shop Now: Breville Pizzaiolo Pizza Oven, $999.95, williams-sonoma.com.

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Best Budget: Presto Pizzazz Rotating Oven

This budget friendly option gets the job done. The continuously rotating tray ensures even baking and is mesmerizing to watch. Top and bottom heating elements, which are controlled separately, allow you to cook more than just pizza—frozen egg rolls, jalapeño poppers, and cookies are just a few options.

Shop Now: Presto Pizzazz Rotating Oven, $53.89, amazon.com.

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Best Portable: Roccbox by Gozney Portable Outdoor Pizza Oven

Tiny but mighty, this gas-powered pizza oven by Gozney reaches temperatures of up to 932 degrees Fahrenheit. It heats up quickly and can cook a Neapolitan pizza in 60 seconds. It's easy to keep an eye on the oven temperature while grilling, baking, or roasting thanks to a built-in thermocouple thermometer. When you're done cooking, fold up the retractable legs for easy transportation and storage.

Shop Now: Roccbox by Gozney Portable Outdoor Pizza Oven, $499, amazon.com.

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Best Stovetop: Pizzacraft Pizzeria Pronto Stovetop Pizza Oven

Made from sturdy steel, this stovetop pizza oven is perfect for kitchens with gas stoves and limited counter space. It can reach up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit and is equipped with a 12-inch cordierite pizza stone that helps to achieve an even bake and crispy crust. Pre-heating takes less than 15 minutes, and pizzas cook in about six minutes.

Shop Now: Pizzacraft Pizzeria Pronto Stovetop Pizza Oven, $78.99, amazon.com.

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Best Outdoor: Ooni Koda Pizza Oven

Making pizza at home is a breeze with this stylish outdoor oven from Ooni. It has one-touch gas ignition and quickly heats up to a maximum of 932 degrees Fahrenheit. This high heat results in pizzas that are bubbling hot with just the right amount of char in just 60 seconds. It's compact and has foldable legs, so Dad can whip up pizzas in the backyard, while camping, and more.

Shop Now: Ooni Koda Pizza Oven, $349.95, williams-sonoma.com.

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Best Efficient: Professional Series Pizza Oven Baker

Simple but effective, this electric pizza oven can cook pizzas as large as 12 inches in about 10 minutes. It has top and bottom heating elements, plus a cool touch handle and 30-minute timer. A removable crumb tray makes for easy cleanup.

Shop Now: Professional Series Pizza Oven Baker, $92.98, amazon.com.

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Best Wood-Fired Style: Camp Chef Italia Artisan Pizza Oven

Make perfect pizzas that look like they came out of a wood-fired brick oven with this stainless steel option. It preheats in 15 minutes and can reach temperatures of up to 700 degrees Fahrenheit. It runs on propane and comes with an ignition and micro adjust valve to control the flames. Like the other pizza ovens mentioned in this guide, it can be used for more than just pizza—you can also bake bread, roast meat, and more.

Shop Now: Camp Chef Italia Artisan Pizza Oven, $399.99, amazon.com.

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