Ooni Volt 12 vs Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

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

Ooni Volt 12

Ooni

Ooni Volt 12

£799

VS
Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

Kamado Joe

Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

£168

Quick Summary

These represent different market segments. The Kamado Joe Konnected Joe (£168) is the budget-friendly option, while the Ooni Volt 12 (£799) targets those seeking premium features. The £631 price difference reflects significant differences in build quality and capabilities.

Key Differences

  • The Kamado Joe Konnected Joe is £631 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Ooni Volt 12 is electric-powered, Kamado Joe Konnected Joe is kamado-powered. This impacts heat-up time, flavour, and ease of use.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Ooni Volt 12
Kamado Joe Konnected Joe
Price
£799
£168
Brand
Ooni
Kamado Joe
Type
Electric
Kamado
Overall Score
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Ratings

Ooni Volt 12
Kamado Joe Konnected Joe
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

Ooni Volt 12
Kamado Joe Konnected Joe
Ideal User
General use
General use
Use Case
Flat dwellers and those without outdoor space
Tech enthusiasts who want set-and-forget smoking

Pros & Cons

Ooni Volt 12

👍 Pros

  • Works indoors
  • No flames
  • Consistent heat

⚠️ Cons

  • Expensive
  • Needs 16A socket
  • Slower than gas

Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

👍 Pros

  • Automatic temp control
  • App monitoring
  • Perfect for long cooks

⚠️ Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Purists may scoff
  • Requires power

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Ooni Volt 12

Ooni Volt 12 is easier to use and more forgiving for new users.

Best Performance

Tie

Performance is comparable between both options.

Best Value

Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

Kamado Joe Konnected Joe provides superior value at its price point.

Best Premium Option

Ooni Volt 12

Ooni Volt 12 represents the higher-end choice with premium features.

Our Recommendation

Our recommendation: Ooni Volt 12

The Ooni Volt 12 wins in 2 out of 4 categories and earns our overall recommendation. The Volt brings Ooni quality indoors. For flats, apartments, and rainy days, this is finally a proper solution. It's expensive and needs a 16A socket, but it genuinely delivers pizza oven performance inside.

Choose the Ooni Volt 12 if: You prioritise best for beginners, best premium option.

Choose the Kamado Joe Konnected Joe if: Budget is your primary concern, or you value best value.

Kamado Joe Konnected Joe

£168

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