Place it on a heat-safe countertop, choose one of six preset modes, and let it preheat for about 15 minutes. Then bake a 14-inch pizza in roughly 3 minutes, with temperatures controlled from 220°F to 850°F. The Big Horn Outdoors 14-inch indoor electric oven brings high-heat pizza indoors without gas or wood.
What Is an Indoor Electric Pizza Oven?
An indoor electric pizza oven is a countertop oven that uses electric heating elements and a stone to bake pizza at high temperatures inside the home. The Big Horn Outdoors 14-inch model is a stainless steel unit with six preset programs and an 1,800-watt heating system.
Unlike outdoor gas or wood ovens, an electric countertop oven runs from a standard outlet and needs no fuel or flame management. This model uses upper and lower heating tubes for even baking and a PID temperature control system to hold a set temperature across a 220°F to 850°F range. The design is built for kitchens of all sizes, with a flip-up design that reduces its footprint by about 50% when stored.
How Hot Does an Indoor Electric Pizza Oven Get?
This model reaches up to 850°F and maintains temperatures from 220°F to 850°F through PID control. That is far hotter than a standard kitchen oven, which is why it can bake pizza in minutes.
The high ceiling is what separates a pizza oven from a regular oven. Standard kitchen ovens often top out near 500°F, which dries out dough before it develops a proper crust. At 850°F, the stone sets the base quickly while the top cooks from the upper heating element. The PID controller keeps the temperature steady rather than cycling widely, which gives more predictable bakes.
The 6 Preset Modes For
This model offers Manual, Wood Fired, Frozen, New York, Thin Crispy, and Deep Dish presets. Each adjusts temperature and time for a specific style of pizza or crust.
The presets remove guesswork for common jobs. A frozen pizza needs a different temperature profile than a thin-crust fresh dough, and the presets handle that automatically. Manual mode gives experienced cooks full control over time and temperature. The table below summarizes the purpose of each mode.
| Preset | Best For |
|---|---|
| Manual | Full control over time and temperature |
| Wood Fired | High-heat, charred-crust style |
| Frozen | Frozen pizzas and reheating |
| New York | Larger, foldable slices with a crisp base |
| Thin Crispy | Thin, cracker-like crust |
| Deep Dish | Thicker, softer crust |
Can You Make Restaurant-Quality Pizza in an Electric Oven?
Yes, for most home cooks. The combination of high heat and a hot stone produces a crisp base and melted top that rivals many restaurant pies, though it will not exactly replicate a wood-fired flavor.
The key is the stone and the heat. A 14-inch heat-conducting stone stores heat and crisps the base, while the upper and lower elements bake the top and bottom together. The result is a well-browned, evenly cooked pizza in about three minutes. Electric ovens trade the wood-smoke note for convenience and consistency, which is a fair trade for indoor, year-round cooking.
How Much Counter Space Does It Need?
This model's flip-up design reduces its footprint by about 50% compared with traditional ovens, so it needs less permanent counter space. When upright for storage, it takes up less room between uses.
The flip-up mechanism is the space-saving feature: use the oven flat while cooking, then lift the body upright when finished. That makes it practical for small kitchens and apartments where a full-size oven is not an option. Still allow clearance around the oven while it is hot, and place it on a heat-safe, stable surface away from cabinets.
Electric Pizza Oven vs. Outdoor Gas or Pellet Oven: Which Is Better?
For indoor, year-round, low-effort pizza, electric is better. For outdoor cooking with wood-smoke flavor and higher maximum heat, gas or pellet ovens win. The choice depends on where and how you cook.
| Factor | Indoor Electric | Outdoor Gas/Pellet |
|---|---|---|
| Use | Indoor countertop | Outdoor only |
| Max heat | Up to 850°F | Up to 1,070°F (gas) / ~887°F (pellet) |
| Flavor | Neutral | Wood-smoke (pellet) |
| Setup | Plug in, choose preset | Light burner or fire |
| Storage | Flip-up, compact | Larger footprint |
If you live in an apartment, cook year-round, or want a set-and-forget experience, electric is the right fit. If you want live-fire flavor and outdoor entertaining, a gas or pellet oven is better.
Key Facts
Big Horn Outdoors lists the following specifications at a glance.
- Preheat time: about 15 minutes (Big Horn Outdoors' listed figure)
- Temperature range: 220°F to 850°F (listed)
- Power: 1,800 watts (listed)
- Pizza: 14-inch pizza baked in about 3 minutes (listed)
- Programs: Manual, Wood Fired, Frozen, New York, Thin Crispy, Deep Dish (listed)
- Included items: 14-inch heat-conducting stone, insulated oven door, and pizza peel (listed)
How to Clean an Indoor Electric Pizza Oven
Let the oven cool, remove the pizza stone, and wipe the interior and exterior. The wrinkle black paint finish resists oil stains and fingerprints, and the removable stone makes cleanup easier.
The removable stone is the main convenience: lift it out and brush off crumbs rather than scrubbing inside the oven. For the stone, follow the manual — porous stones often need hand-washing rather than a dishwasher. The wrinkle black finish resists fingerprints, so a gentle wipe keeps it looking clean. Wipe up spills after each use to prevent baked-on residue.
When an Indoor Electric Pizza Oven Is Not the Right Choice
Skip it if you want wood-fired flavor, if you specifically want to cook outdoors, or if you need to feed a crowd with very large pizzas. This model is for indoor, countertop, high-heat pizza baking.
An electric oven will not replicate the smoke character of a wood or pellet oven, so if that flavor is essential, an outdoor unit is the better fit. It is also sized for a 14-inch pizza, so very large gatherings mean cooking in sequence. If you have a small kitchen and want year-round pizza without fuel or flame management, this model is the right tool; otherwise, match the fuel and size to how you cook.
Big Horn Outdoors Product Team
"Our evaluation focus for the 14-inch electric oven is indoor convenience without giving up high heat. The 850°F ceiling and the six presets matter most in daily use, because they let a novice get a reliable result while giving experienced cooks manual control. We time the preheat against the listed 15-minute figure, then bake the same dough across the presets to confirm the base crisps and the top melts together. The flip-up footprint is the detail that makes it practical in a small kitchen."
Conclusion
A 14-inch indoor electric pizza oven is worth using if you want high-heat pizza at home without gas, wood, or fire management. It preheats in about 15 minutes, bakes a 14-inch pizza in roughly three minutes, and its six presets cover most styles. It is the right tool for indoor, year-round, small-kitchen cooking; if you want wood-smoke flavor outdoors, choose a pellet or gas oven instead.
Key Takeaways
- It brings high heat indoors. The countertop oven spans 220°F to 850°F and bakes a 14-inch pizza in about three minutes.
- Six presets cover common styles. Manual, Wood Fired, Frozen, New York, Thin Crispy, and Deep Dish reduce guesswork.
- It needs no gas, wood, or fire management. At 1,800 watts, it is a year-round indoor option.
- It does not replicate wood smoke. If that flavor is essential, an outdoor pellet or wood oven is the better fit.
Questions to Ask Before Buying
- Do I want wood-fired flavor? An electric oven cannot match the smoke character of an outdoor wood or pellet oven.
- Is my cooking indoor or outdoor? This model is specifically for indoor, countertop use.
- How many people do I serve? It bakes one 14-inch pizza at a time, so large gatherings mean cooking in sequence.
- Do I have counter space? Check the footprint and clearance before choosing a countertop unit.
FAQs
Can I use this electric oven outdoors?
It is designed for indoor countertop use. Use it in a kitchen on a stable, heat-safe surface.
How long does it take to preheat?
About 15 minutes, according to Big Horn Outdoors.
Does it include a pizza peel?
Yes, this model includes a pizza peel along with a 14-inch heat-conducting stone and an insulated oven door.
Can it cook foods other than pizza?
Yes. It can bake bread, cakes, pies, baguettes, and chicken wings.
Sources
- Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN), International Regulation — Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN), International Regulation
