BIG HORN OUTDOORS Pizza Ovens Wood Pellet 12” Pizza Oven Cooking Pizza Maker Portable Stainless Steel Pizza Grill, Silver Portable Party use

Great Gift — Easy to Use and Makes Amazing Pizza
We got this pizza oven as a Christmas gift for my parents this year, and it’s been a huge hit. Setup was quick and simple — within minutes it was assembled and ready to go. It’s compact enough to be portable but still sturdy and well-built.The oven holds heat really well, which makes a big difference when cooking pizzas evenly and quickly. My parents were able to crank out several pizzas in a short time, and the results were crisp, delicious, and restaurant-quality. Cleanup was surprisingly easy too, which is always a bonus after hosting.In summary, this is an awesome outdoor pizza oven for casual get-togethers or weekend pizza nights. It’s easy to use, heats fast, and delivers great results every time. Definitely a gift that’s getting used — and appreciated!

Easy to master, but be vigilant.
This is astoundingly effective and the price is right. It is, as has been pointed out elsewhere, a pellet hog. So have a big supply ready at hand. Once this sucker is fired up and your stone is, what, 850° or something (my laser temperature gun only goes up to 800,840) you have to work fast. 30 seconds (open the door, quickly rotate the pizza, and close) 30 seconds more and you are, more or less, done. This pizza oven is quick, and so must you be when it comes to keeping the pellets topped up and tending to your pizza. But don’t think it’s too much work, it isn’t and it’s fun. There’s a lot of nonsense as to what pellets are best but I don’t think you can beat the 40lb bag for $13 or so from Costco. 100% hardwood. Your pizza is going to be in the oven for not much more than 60 to 90 seconds. My wife makes the (excellent) dough, I do all the rest. Remember to not put too many toppings on the pizza! That’s about it. Easy to assemble, it makes a handsome addition to anyone’s patio or backyard. Imho. Get yourself a stainless steel peel too. Semolina flour makes an excellent non stick base, assemble on the peel and just slide it in to your fiery oven with a deft little shake of the wrist.

To be a Pizza Maker, one has to know their oven
A long time BBQ enthusiast here, have had pits for two decades, takes a while to learn the pit and become a BBQ Pit Master. Holds true with this oven as well. This is NOT a light the pellets and drop a pizza in it. You have to learn the nuances. For me there were a few things I learned to make it, what is now, my go to pizza oven.The build is great, I am sure people are breaking stones but they are 12×12 so easy to replace. The quality is very good in my opinion for what you are spending.OK, what did I learn to make this oven sing for me. First, be patient. Put three scoops of pellets in the hopper and light them. Once burning stick it in the oven and flip the top over them open and leave the front off for a minute or two. Then front door on, once smoke exiting chimney, top door closed. Check every 2-3 minutes, add pellets one medium scoop at a time. Yes, occasionally, I do have to relight but usually due to my adding too many or waiting too long. I do this for a solid 15-20 minutes. Feed the beast and make heat. By now my stone is probably in the mid 700’s. I add a medium load to the fire and run in and make my pie. Now this is what worked for me, I put the pie in , don’t add pellets at the same time, turn pizza every 30-40 seconds until done, then add another load of pellets.So it’s pre-heat, 15-20 minutes. Add another scoop, make the pie, cook the pie, add the pellets if more pies coming. I let the stone heat for another couple of minutes feeding the beast as needed, and make a pie and cook without adding more pellets, pellets go in after the cook, that way the fire is not burning the top of the pie. Feed the beast, make the pie, cook, remove, feed the beast, make the pie, cook, remove, feed the beast. I buy my dough for right now but that is the next project. I cook a 1 pound ball divided in two pieces, these are my “confirm the stone is hot” experiments/appetizers, adjust as needed then put in a preformed raw 12″ pie dough dressed as I like it. Cooking one or two of them depending on the crowd.Done making pies? Open the door and the top of the burn chamber and let it die out.It is a pellet hog…I think it takes more pellets to make a couple of pies than it does to smoke a chuck roast in my Fast Eddy!Hope it helps!!!

Awesome pizza oven
Reading a lot of these reviews I was a bit worried this wouldn’t work well. Let me tell you, this thing is awesome and well worth the money! Yes you have to watch the pizza (literally cooks in 60 seconds). What do you expect when cooking at 650 degrees! Of course you should watch it. Works great if you rotate it after 20-30 seconds and leave the door open the last half. Awesome pizzas, plus it’s tons of fun for the whole family! I don’t fill the hopper up all the way. Typically just add pellets as needed to hold interior at temp. Again great pizzas! Highly recommend.

After having friends with an Ooni oven, I took a chance with the Bighorn to save a few dollars. To keep this short, lets just say that this thing has outperformed my friends’ ovens and become one of my favourite things to use outdoors. Simple to use, makes amazing pizza fast, the wood fired taste and smell is astounding, and an amazingly SOLID Stainless steel build makes this a must have. I have taken this thing all over in travels and it folds up perfectly and never fails.As well … the company has the most amazing customer service! I was stupid enough to be using this outside in a -30 Canadian winter, and left the unit outside overnight after I was done using it. Sadly, due to my own error of letting this go from several hundred degrees Fahrenheit to minus 30 degrees Celsius, the pizza stone cracked. I contacted the company and within two days they shipped me a new stone free of charge!I would highly recommend this unit to anyone who asks, and the company has gained my full support in all respects. Grad yourself this oven, along with a pizza peel, and a Digital thermometer and get started making the best pizzas you’ll ever make. Just writing this review is making me hungry for another pizza out of this beauty! I’d pay money just to smell the pizzas coming out of the oven! There are people who convert to propane with this, but I’d stick with the pellets to get the full experience and flavour. A few trial runs or questions asked to someone who owns one (heck … feel free to message me if you need to) and you’ll be knocking pizzas right out of the park.DON’T HESITATE! GET THIS NOW! … and no I havent been paid to say this… it is really that good.Cheers everyone and happy pizza making !

Calling all pizza enthusiasts! I am thrilled to share my exceptional experience with the compact outdoor pizza oven that has transformed my pizza-making game. This incredible oven has quickly become an essential tool in my culinary repertoire, delivering mouthwatering pizzas that are bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.Let’s dive into the authentic pizza experience this oven provides. When combined with a proper pizza dough recipe, the results are truly remarkable. The compact size of the oven ensures that the heat is evenly distributed, creating a beautifully crispy crust that’s reminiscent of authentic pizzeria-style pizzas. With each bite, I am transported to Italy, savoring the heavenly flavors that make pizza a beloved culinary delight.What sets this oven apart is its remarkable cooking speed. While it fits a single 12-inch pizza at a time, the oven works its magic quickly. In just a matter of minutes, my pizza is ready to be enjoyed. The efficient heat distribution ensures that the pizza cooks evenly, resulting in a perfectly melted cheese and a golden, crispy crust. It’s a testament to the oven’s ability to provide quick and satisfying pizza experiences.While this oven does not have a temperature control, it is designed to deliver consistent and reliable performance. Its compact nature allows for rapid preheating, ensuring that you can start baking your pizza in no time. The lack of complex controls simplifies the pizza-making process, allowing you to focus on creating a masterpiece with your favorite toppings.Although the oven accommodates a single pizza, its compact size is actually an advantage. It fits snugly in any outdoor space, making it perfect for small gardens, patios, or balconies. Its portability also means you can take it with you for picnics or camping trips, adding a touch of culinary delight to your outdoor adventures.Cleaning the oven is a breeze, thanks to its straightforward design. Its compact size means there are fewer nooks and crannies to worry about, making maintenance a quick and hassle-free task. Spend less time cleaning and more time relishing the joys of pizza-making.In conclusion, I highly recommend this compact outdoor pizza oven to all pizza lovers who crave an authentic pizza experience in a smaller setting. While it may fit only one 12-inch pizza at a time and lacks a temperature control feature, it excels in delivering speedy, mouthwatering pizzas that will satisfy your cravings. Embrace the simplicity, experiment with toppings, and enjoy the delight of homemade pizza any time, anywhere. Buon appetito!

Bought this after reading all the great reviews. They’re all correct. Well built and arrived quickly. Box was damaged but due to the oven being well packaged no damage to the oven. Heats up super quick especially with the door on the front. The stone reaches 900F no problem. Have used it twice and learned a few things. Roll the dough nice and thin, thick dough tends to burn. Make the pizzas one at a time and get them into the oven as soon as it’s made or it welds itself to the peel, rotate the pizza every 10-15 seconds and it’s done in 60-90 seconds. You can’t walk away, have to stay on top of rotating the pizza. Get a laser thermometer to make sure the stone is super hot and ready. Keep an eye on the pellets they burn quick and once the hopper is empty the oven starts to cool quickly. Overall a lot of fun to use.