Big Green Egg Medium vs Solo Stove Pi

Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right one

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg

Big Green Egg Medium

£2,322

VS
Solo Stove Pi

Solo Stove

Solo Stove Pi

£695

Quick Summary

These represent different market segments. The Solo Stove Pi (£695) is the budget-friendly option, while the Big Green Egg Medium (£2322) targets those seeking premium features. The £1627 price difference reflects significant differences in build quality and capabilities.

Key Differences

  • The Solo Stove Pi is £1627 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Big Green Egg Medium uses kamado, while Solo Stove Pi uses multi-fuel. This fundamentally affects cooking style, flavour, and convenience.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Big Green Egg Medium
Solo Stove Pi
Price
£2,322
£695
Brand
Big Green Egg
Solo Stove
Type
Kamado
Multi-fuel
Overall Score
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Ratings

Big Green Egg Medium
Solo Stove Pi
Build Quality
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Performance
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Ease of Use
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Maintenance
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Value
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Best For

Big Green Egg Medium
Solo Stove Pi
Ideal User
General use
General use
Use Case
BGE fans with smaller cooking needs
Solo Stove fans wanting to expand their collection

Pros & Cons

Big Green Egg Medium

👍 Pros

  • More manageable size
  • Same BGE quality
  • Lower price point

⚠️ Cons

  • Limited cooking capacity

Solo Stove Pi

👍 Pros

  • Innovative airflow
  • Multi-fuel
  • Good brand reputation

⚠️ Cons

  • Newer to pizza
  • Premium price

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Tie

Both are equally suitable for beginners.

Best Performance

Tie

Performance is comparable between both options.

Best Value

Solo Stove Pi

Solo Stove Pi provides superior value at its price point.

Best Premium Option

Big Green Egg Medium

Big Green Egg Medium represents the higher-end choice with premium features.

Our Recommendation

It's a close call

Both the Big Green Egg Medium and Solo Stove Pi are strong choices - the right one depends on your specific needs.

Choose the Big Green Egg Medium if: You prioritise best premium option.

Choose the Solo Stove Pi if: You want to save money.

Both will serve you well - trust your gut on which aligns better with your cooking style and budget.

Big Green Egg Medium

£2,322

Solo Stove Pi

£695

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