PYY Pizza Oven Indoor 12in Electric Countertop - Up to 800F

In this review the PYY Pizza Oven Indoor 12in Electric Countertop cooker is judged as a fast, compact option for home cooks who want near-pizzeria results without a full-size oven. The single biggest reason to buy is its rapid heat-up and very high maximum temperature, which let a 12in pizza develop a crisp crust in minutes while the built-in stone promotes even browning. This review focuses on real kitchen use, practical controls, and whether the oven's tabletop design delivers consistent results for small households and busy cooks.

Key Features

• Fast heating: The 1200W motor and five temperature settings reach up to 800F/426C so pizzas can be ready in about six minutes, cutting overall cook time for fresh or semi-finished dough.
• Even heating: Circular and U-shaped heating elements work together to distribute heat evenly across the top and bottom for consistent color and texture on the crust and toppings.
• Independent temp control: Separate upper and lower controls let users dial in more or less top browning or bottom crisp without guesswork.
• Built-in pizza stone: A natural ceramic 12in stone tray provides stable heat transfer that helps form a crisp bottom crust and reduces hot spots under the pizza.
• User-friendly design: The tempered glass viewing window, insulated handles and built-in thermometer make it easy to monitor and safely remove the stone tray during service.
• Portable tabletop use: A suction cup base and compact footprint keep the unit stable on counters, patios, RV tables or dorm-room surfaces.

Who It's For

The PYY 12in pizza oven suits small households, apartment cooks, and anyone who wants restaurant-style crust quickly without heating a large oven; its speed and high temperature are ideal for fresh or par-baked 12in pies. It also fits people who value hands-on temperature control, since the independent upper and lower settings let you tailor browning and base crispness.

It is less suited to someone who needs to cook larger pies beyond 12in or wants multiple racks for simultaneous baking. If you regularly make family-sized or rectangular pizzas, a larger countertop oven or full-size oven would be a better match.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very fast heat-up and high max temperature for crisp, quickly cooked pizzas.
• Even cooking from combined circular and U-shaped heating elements prevents uneven browning.
• Built-in ceramic pizza stone produces a crisp bottom crust similar to stone-baked pizzas.
• User-friendly touches like a viewing window, thermometer and insulated handles improve safety and control.

Cons

• Limited to 12in pizzas, so not ideal for larger pies or batch cooking for a crowd.
• Compact size and 1200W power mean it is designed for small-scale use rather than heavy commercial loads.

Specifications

Product type	Countertop electric pizza oven
Maximum temperature	Up to 800F / 426C
Power	1200W
Voltage	110V / 60Hz
Pizza capacity	Up to 12in
Dimensions	32 x 33 x 16.7 cm (approx 12.6in x 13in x 6.6in)
Included accessories	Pizza stone, pizza cutter, 2 spatulas

Our Verdict

The PYY 12in electric pizza oven is a strong value for someone who wants fast, stone-cooked 12in pizzas at home, on a patio, or in small living spaces; its high temperature, even heating and independent controls deliver results that closely mimic an oven with a stone, without taking up a full oven. For small households and cooks who prioritize speed and crust quality, it is worth considering.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large a pizza will it cook?
The oven is sized for pizzas up to 12in diameter, using the included ceramic stone for best results.

How hot does it get and how fast?
It reaches up to 800F / 426C on its five settings and can cook a pizza in about six minutes once preheated.

What comes in the box?
The package includes the electric pizza oven, the 12in pizza stone tray, a pizza cutter and two spatulas, plus one-year warranty support.