Ooni Karu 16 Multi-fuel Pizza Oven | Explore

Karu 16

Big on versatility

Extra large and packed with advanced features, the Ooni Karu 16 pizza oven lets you cook so much more, in a way that works for you.

Karu 16

Loaded with Features.

Ooni Karu 16 Outdoor Multi Fuel Pizza Oven

Extra Large 16” cooking area

Cook anything from large stone-baked pizzas, to joints of meat and fresh bread.

Multiple fuel options

Cook your way with either wood, charcoal or gas (using a burner, which is sold separately).

ViewFlame™ technology

See more of what you’re cooking thanks to ViewFlame™ technology in the oven door.

Mounted digital thermometer

Check the internal temperature more easily, so you always know where the heat’s at.

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Cook anything from large stone-baked pizzas, to joints of meat and fresh bread.

Control Your Cook with Ooni Connect™

Cook Smarter

Experience the convenience of remote temperature monitoring with Ooni Connect™. Sync your Koda 2 Max with the Ooni App to know exactly when your oven is ready to cook, even while you're prepping inside.

Your Pizza-Making Companion

The Ooni Connect app is your ultimate cooking companion. It includes a pizza dough calculator for perfect dough, delicious recipes to inspire your meals, and troubleshooting tips for flawless results. Enhance your cooking with guides and tips, making your Ooni Koda 2 Max experience even better.

Select The Right Karu For You?

Specification comparison between products Ooni Karu 16 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven - 1st Generation, Ooni Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven - 1st Generation, Ooni Karu 2 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven, Ooni Karu 2 Pro Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven
	Ooni Karu 16 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven - 1st Generation$1,199.00 NZD (3517) View details	Ooni Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven - 1st Generation$599.00 NZD (6968) View details	Ooni Karu 2 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven$699.00 NZD (1389) View details	Ooni Karu 2 Pro Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven$1,399.00 NZD (2) View details
Pizza Ovens
Best For	-	Budget-conscious shoppers seeking the authentic wood-fired craft from a compact and portable design that's suitable for taking on the road or packing away (with optional gas compatibility for mid-week convenience). The Ooni standard without some of the enhanced spec of the second generation of Karu 2.	Pizza lovers who want authentic results from a compact and portable design that's suitable for taking on the road or packing away, whilst still benefiting from multi-fuel versatility to suit different preferences and locations.	Passionate cooks eager to experiment with the authentic craft of wood-fire (with optional gas compatibility for mid-week convenience), the latest premium tech features and flexing new and adventurous cooking techniques within a backyard environment.
Fuel Type	Multi-Fuel	Multi-Fuel	Multi-Fuel	Multi-Fuel
Where It Can Be Used	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor
Product Rating	-	5/5	4.5/5	5/5
Awards	-	-	- iF Design Award of 2024	- Best Pizza Oven of 2025 by Popular Mechanics - iF Design Award of 2025
Registered Warranty	5 years	5 years	5 years	5 years
Max Pizza Size	16"	12"	12"	16"
No. of 12" pizzas	1	1	1	1
Heat up time (400C - cook ready)	15mins	15mins	15mins	15mins
Temperature Range (C)	—	110–500C	110–500C	110–500C
Recharge Time	-	-	-	-
Pizza Stone Size (cm)	-	33.7 cm (front) × 33.7 cm (depth) × 33.7 cm (rear)	33.8 cm (front) × 33.8 cm (depth) × 33.8 cm (rear)	42.4 cm (front) × 62.2 cm (depth) × 29.9 cm (rear)
Pizza Stone Thickness (mm)	-	15mm cordierite stone	15mm cordierite stone	15mm cordierite stone
Total Pizza Stone Area (cm^2)	—	1136cm^2	1136cm^2	2606cm^2
Opening Width (cm)	-	33.8 cm	33 cm	42.4 cm
Opening Height (cm)	-	9.9 cm	9.9 cm	13.5 cm
Unboxed Size (cm)	-	39.9 cm (front) × 73.1 cm (depth) × 74.4 cm (height)	41.7 cm (front) × 78 cm (depth) × 75.4 cm (height)	50.2 cm (front) × 82.5 cm (depth) × 82.5 cm (height)
Unboxed Size (cm)	-	39.9 cm (front) × 73.1 cm (depth) × 74.4 cm (height)	41.7 cm (front) × 78 cm (depth) × 75.4 cm (height)	50.2 cm (front) × 82.5 cm (depth) × 82.5 cm (height)
Gas Burner	-	Single Inshot Gas Burner Separate Attachment	Single Inshot Gas Burner Separate Attachment	Single Inshot Gas Burner Separate Attachment
Gas Controls	-	Single	Single	Single
Gas Control Location	Rear	Rear	Rear	Rear
Propane gas compatible	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ignition Type	-	Manual	Manual	Manual
Fuel consumption kg/hr for 10 pizzas	-	1.5 kg	1.1 kg	2.2 kg
kW (BTU)	7.3kw (25,000 BTU/hr)	5.0kw (17,061 BTU/hr)	5.0kw (17,061 BTU/hr)	7.3kw (25,000 BTU/hr)
Ooni Connect Digital Temperature Hub Inclusion	—	No	—	Yes
Removable Glass Visor	—	No	No	No
Integrated Pizza Ledge	—	No	No	No
Patented Flamekeeper	—	Yes	Yes	Yes