Ooni has unveiled its latest innovation in home cooking, the Volt 2 pizza oven, which incorporates artificial intelligence to enhance the pizza-making experience. Scheduled for release on October 1, 2023, the oven is priced at £499 (approximately $670) and is designed to deliver perfectly cooked pizzas with the help of an advanced feature called “Pizza Intelligence.”
The Volt 2 is an indoor oven capable of cooking pizzas up to 13 inches in diameter. Its compact design makes it suitable for countertop use, addressing concerns some users have expressed about indoor pizza ovens producing excessive smoke. The standout feature, Pizza Intelligence, utilizes sensor data to optimize the heating elements, aiming to reduce temperature fluctuations and eliminate cold spots. This technology enhances cooking consistency, although it may not be as groundbreaking as the name suggests.
With a maximum temperature of 850°F, the Volt 2 falls within the ideal range for preparing traditional Neapolitan pizzas, which Ooni claims can be cooked in as little as 90 seconds. The oven comes with three preset cooking options—Neapolitan, New York, and deep-pan pizza—each tailored to adjust temperature and crisping intensity according to the style of pizza. For those who prefer a custom approach, the Volt 2 allows users to program their own presets.
Ooni’s introduction of the Volt 2 demonstrates its commitment to advancing home cooking technology. As the demand for convenient yet high-quality cooking solutions continues to grow, this innovative oven could appeal to both cooking enthusiasts and casual users alike. With its blend of modern technology and traditional cooking methods, the Volt 2 seeks to elevate the pizza-making experience for users worldwide.
