Ooni Rotating Stone: Automated Pizza Perfection for Koda 2 Ovens
Ooni has introduced the Rotating Stone, a new accessory designed to automate the pizza-turning process for its Koda 2 range of ovens. This innovation aims to deliver consistently cooked pizzas with ease, eliminating the need for manual rotation and ensuring even heat distribution.
Effortless Even Cooking
Traditionally, achieving a perfectly cooked pizza in a high-heat oven requires constant attention and manual rotation to prevent burning or uneven cooking. The Ooni Rotating Stone addresses this challenge with its automated rotation mechanism. The stone’s design features rotation around its perimeter, preventing wobbling or stalling even when used with heavy cookware according to Ooni.
Hands-Free Operation and Versatility
The Rotating Stone incorporates a LIDAR sensor, enabling hands-free control. Users can start or stop the rotation simply by waving their hand or a pizza peel. Ooni highlights that the accessory isn’t limited to pizza; it can similarly be used for rotisserie-style cooking of meats and vegetables.
Rotation Modes and Connectivity
The Rotating Stone offers two distinct rotation modes: continuous rotation and a 90-degree timed turn. The 90-degree mode is ideal for slower, rotisserie-style cooking, conserving battery life. The stone can also be synced with the Ooni Connect™ Digital Temperature Hub (included with Koda 2 Pro and Koda 2 Max models) for remote start, stop, and temperature monitoring via a smartphone.
Easy Installation and Battery Life
Installation is designed to be straightforward, taking less than 10 minutes. The process involves securing the motor unit, placing the stone and rotating rings, and attaching the battery pack. A magnetic ‘quick connect’ battery pack provides up to 7 hours of continuous turning time and can be easily reloaded with AA batteries. Ooni states.
Pricing and Availability
The Ooni Rotating Stone is available for the following Koda 2 models:
- Koda 2: $329
- Koda 2 Pro: $349
- Koda 2 Max: $399
Bundles including the oven and Rotating Stone are also available, priced at $799, $1,099, and $1,649 respectively. As reported by Engadget.
Key Takeaways
- Automates pizza turning for even cooking.
- Offers hands-free control via a LIDAR sensor.
- Features two rotation modes: continuous and 90-degree.
- Easy to install in under 10 minutes.
- Compatible with Koda 2, Koda 2 Pro, and Koda 2 Max ovens.