With summer just around the corner, there’s no better time to kit out your garden for outdoor entertaining – and topping the list of must-haves? The mighty pizza oven. Once a luxury for foodies, these ovens are now an affordable, practical and stylish way to take your garden gatherings to the next level.
Whether you're after crispy Neapolitan-style bases, experimenting with flame-cooked fish, or just fancy cooking outdoors more often, a garden pizza oven is a game-changer.
But are they actually worth it? And what else can you cook in them? Let’s dive in – and highlight some of the brilliant options available right now.
Are Outdoor Pizza Ovens Worth It?
In short: absolutely.
Outdoor pizza ovens aren’t just a fun novelty – they’re a versatile, high-heat cooking appliance that can add real value to your home and garden. Unlike a standard kitchen oven, pizza ovens reach scorching temperatures (often over 400°C), giving you that authentic restaurant-style pizza in just 60–90 seconds.
They’re:
• Efficient – Cook pizzas, breads, veg and meats quickly.
• Sociable – Gather around, chat, and cook together.
• Energy saving – Reduce the strain on your indoor oven in summer.
• Stylish – Sleek garden centrepieces that impress guests.
What Can You Cook in a Pizza Oven (Besides Pizza)?
Pizza ovens are surprisingly versatile. As well as mouth-watering pizzas, you can try your hand at:
• Roasting meat – Think lamb joints, spatchcock chicken or sizzling sausages.
• Baking bread – From sourdough loaves to flatbreads and garlic knots.
• Vegetables – Chargrilled peppers, aubergines, courgettes and more.
• Desserts – Try baked fruit, cast iron brownies or stone-cooked cookies.
So yes, they’re way more than just a pizza tool!
Here's a quick look at some top pizza oven picks from MonsterShop’s collection – each with its own unique strengths:
Kukoo Outdoor Pizza Oven + Pizza Peel
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Perfect for anyone starting their pizza journey. The Kukoo Outdoor Pizza Oven comes with a durable stainless-steel body, chimney for airflow, and built-in thermometer to hit the ideal pizza temps. It also includes a free pizza peel, so you're ready to launch pizzas like a pro from day one.
Best for: First-time buyers looking for great value and easy outdoor use.
Fresh Grills Outdoor Pizza Oven
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Compact and powerful, this tabletop model heats up fast and is ideal for smaller patios or balconies. Its powder-coated steel body ensures durability, and the double-insulated walls help keep the heat consistent for perfect results every time.
Best for: Space-saving chefs who still want top performance.
Kukoo Outdoor Pizza Oven with Cover
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This handy bundle gives you the best of both worlds – a robust stainless-steel pizza oven paired with a tailored protective cover to keep it in top shape all year round. The oven features a chimney with adjustable airflow, a built-in thermometer, and a removable fuel tray, making it great for wood-fired cooking. The cover is waterproof and durable, perfect for the unpredictable British weather.
Best for: Buyers who want great value, ready-to-go cooking, and long-term protection.
Outdoor Table Top Pizza Oven
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Simple, portable and ideal for impromptu pizza nights, this tabletop oven features a stone base for crisp crusts and a removable fuel tray for easy ash removal. It’s compact, but big on flavour.
Best for: Quick-fire cooking without a big setup.
Fresh Grills Premium Double Wall Outdoor Pizza Oven
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Sleek, modern and designed for serious pizza fans, this premium oven features double-walled insulation, an adjustable chimney, and comes complete with a stone baking board. It also includes wheels and handles for easy mobility around your garden.
Best for: Pizza pros looking for long-term performance and style.
Free Standing Extra Large Pizza Oven with Prep Stations
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This is the ultimate outdoor kitchen. With two side prep tables, storage shelves, and a generous cooking chamber, this model is made for hosting. Built from black powder-coated steel, it’s ideal for cooking multiple pizzas or dishes at once.
Best for: Garden parties, family BBQs, and serious home chefs.
Extra Large Double-Walled Pizza Oven
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Designed to deliver on size and insulation, this beast boasts a double-wall body, removable stone baking board, and chimney for adjustable airflow. It’s durable, rust-resistant and built to last many summers to come.
Best for: Large households or anyone cooking for a crowd.
FAQ: Pizza Oven Buying Guide
Do I need a pizza peel?
Yes! A pizza peel lets you safely slide pizzas in and out of your oven without burning your hands or ruining the shape. Thankfully, some MonsterShop ovens include one!
Gas or wood-fired pizza ovens – which is better?
Wood-fired ovens offer that authentic smoky flavour, while gas ovens heat more quickly and give better temperature control. MonsterShop’s wood-burning options deliver a perfect mix of performance and tradition.
How long do outdoor pizza ovens take to heat up?
Most models heat up in 15–30 minutes, depending on the fuel type and insulation. Double-walled models heat faster and stay hot longer.
There’s nothing quite like homemade pizza cooked outdoors, surrounded by friends and family. Whether you're after a compact model for occasional use or a freestanding oven for full-blown garden parties, there’s something in the MonsterShop range to suit every home.