Ooni Volt 12 vs Solo Stove Pi

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

Ooni Volt 12

Ooni

Ooni Volt 12

£799

VS
Solo Stove Pi

Solo Stove

Solo Stove Pi

£695

Quick Summary

The Solo Stove Pi edges ahead overall, but the Ooni Volt 12 may still be the right choice depending on your priorities. Consider what matters most to you - value, features, or brand reputation.

Key Differences

  • The Solo Stove Pi is £104 cheaper, making it the more budget-friendly option.
  • Different fuel types: Ooni Volt 12 is electric-powered, Solo Stove Pi is multi-fuel-powered. This impacts heat-up time, flavour, and ease of use.
  • Ooni Volt 12 comes from Ooni, a premium brand with established reputation. Solo Stove Pi may offer better value but with less brand prestige.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Overview

Ooni Volt 12
Solo Stove Pi
Price
£799
£695
Brand
Ooni
Solo Stove
Type
Electric
Multi-fuel
Overall Score
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N/A

Ratings

Ooni Volt 12
Solo Stove Pi
Build Quality
N/A
N/A
Performance
N/A
N/A
Ease of Use
N/A
N/A
Maintenance
N/A
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Value
N/A
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Best For

Ooni Volt 12
Solo Stove Pi
Ideal User
General use
General use
Use Case
Flat dwellers and those without outdoor space
Solo Stove fans wanting to expand their collection

Pros & Cons

Ooni Volt 12

👍 Pros

  • Works indoors
  • No flames
  • Consistent heat

⚠️ Cons

  • Expensive
  • Needs 16A socket
  • Slower than gas

Solo Stove Pi

👍 Pros

  • Innovative airflow
  • Multi-fuel
  • Good brand reputation

⚠️ Cons

  • Newer to pizza
  • Premium price

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

Solo Stove Pi

Solo Stove Pi 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 Solo Stove Pi if: Budget is your primary concern, or you value best value.

Solo Stove Pi

£695

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