Best for More turning room for regular outdoor hosting

Ooni Koda 16 Review

Our verdict

The Koda 16 offers significantly more turning room than a 12-inch oven without moving into the size and weight of the largest second-generation models.

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Our verdict

Is the Ooni Koda 16 right for you?

The Koda 16 offers significantly more turning room than a 12-inch oven without moving into the size and weight of the largest second-generation models. Its 18.2kg weight is still substantial, but the 16-inch cooking area makes it an appealing middle ground for regular outdoor hosting.

Ooni Koda 16 specifications at a glance

FuelPropane gas
Maximum pizza size16 inches
Maximum temperature500°C
Unboxed weight18.2kg
Unboxed dimensions630 × 580 × 370mm
Cordierite stone thickness15mm

Capacity

What size pizza can the Ooni Koda 16 cook?

The Ooni Koda 16 accommodates pizzas up to 16 inches. The oven measures 630 × 580 × 370mm, so it needs a generously sized, stable work surface.

That extra room is a genuine advantage. You can make a large centrepiece pizza, but we think the more useful benefit is having space around a standard 12-inch pizza when launching and turning it.

Space and handling

How large and heavy is the Ooni Koda 16?

The Ooni Koda 16 weighs 18.2kg. At 630 × 580 × 370mm, it is best given a permanent or semi-permanent position rather than squeezed onto a small table.

Its manageable weight makes occasional repositioning realistic, which is useful if the oven cannot live outside permanently.

Controls

How do the Ooni Koda 16 controls and monitoring work?

Integrated temperature monitoring is not included.

Turn-dial gas ignition. The controls are deliberately simple, with no phone alerts or cooking logs.

Fuel and heat

How hot does the Ooni Koda 16 get?

The Ooni Koda 16 runs on propane gas and is for outdoors only. Its maximum temperature is 500°C.

Heat comes from l-shaped gas burner. Gas keeps the learning curve short, although it removes live-fire fuel management.

Ownership

What does the Ooni Koda 16 require to set up and own?

Ready to fire in less than 5 minutes.

Powder-coated carbon steel body; stainless-steel interior, base and legs; aluminium nose. The registered warranty is 5 years. Register it as part of setup so the longer term is not forgotten.

Trade-offs

What are the Ooni Koda 16’s main limitations?

The footprint deserves careful measurement before buying. The gas-only design prioritises convenience over the involvement of a live wood fire.

Space, lifting weight and preferred fuel should settle the decision before smaller features do.

Complete record

Ooni Koda 16 specifications

Full specifications and measurements.

Generation
First generation Koda
Fuel
Propane gas
Where it can be used
Outdoors only
Maximum pizza size
16 inches
Maximum temperature
500°C
Heat-up time
20 minutes
Pizza cooking time
As little as 60 seconds
Unboxed weight
18.2kg
Unboxed dimensions
630 × 580 × 370mm
Cordierite stone thickness
15mm
Burner system
L-shaped gas burner
Ignition
Turn-dial gas ignition
Assembly
Ready to fire in less than 5 minutes
Main materials
Powder-coated carbon steel body; stainless-steel interior, base and legs; aluminium nose
Registered warranty
5 years

Quick answers

Ooni Koda 16 FAQs

What size pizza can the Ooni Koda 16 cook?

The maximum pizza size is 16 inches.

What is the Ooni Koda 16’s maximum temperature?

The maximum temperature is 500°C.

How much does the Ooni Koda 16 weigh?

The unboxed weight is 18.2kg.

Can the Ooni Koda 16 be used indoors?

No. The Ooni Koda 16 is for outdoor use only.

What warranty does the Ooni Koda 16 have?

Ooni lists a registered warranty of 5 years.

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