The catch
Gozney Arc Lite
Rated for 12-inch pizza, it gives you less space to launch and turn than a 14-inch Arc does.
Side by side
Gozney Arc Lite vs Solo Stove Pi Prime: Both fit twelve-inch pizza, Arc Lite is lighter to carry
Quick verdict
Arc Lite is the narrower, lower and lighter oven. Pi Prime counters with a slightly taller mouth and lifetime warranty terms. Both fit an outdoor routine built around twelve-inch pizza.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
There is a real handling benefit, though small
Twelve percent of the stated oven weight comes off with Arc Lite. You still handle the tank, peel and stand separately.
Where this comes from
30 - 26.4 = 3.6 pounds. 3.6 / 30 × 100 = 12% less body weight.
The catch
Solo Stove Pi Prime
Because nothing is built in to read temperature, a separate infrared tool helps you launch pizzas consistently.
Gozney Arc Lite
- Why pick it
- Your space calls for a narrower, lower oven
- A 3.6-pound lighter oven to carry suits you
- The catch
- Rated for 12-inch pizza, it gives you less space to launch and turn than a 14-inch Arc does.
Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Why pick it
- Your cookware fits the slightly taller mouth better
- Solo Stove’s warranty terms suit you better
- The catch
- Because nothing is built in to read temperature, a separate infrared tool helps you launch pizzas consistently.
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What this page compares
Arc Lite comes out narrower, lower and lighter, while Pi Prime has a slightly taller mouth and lifetime warranty terms. Either works for making twelve-inch pizza outdoors.
Opening clearance and warranty terms weighed against a smaller body and lower lift weight
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
An outdoor support surface that is narrower
Arc Lite is 3.6 inches narrower, yet the manufacturer’s full operating clearances still have to fit on the surface.
- Gozney Arc Lite
- Better fit
- Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Caution
Putting the cooled oven away in storage on a regular basis
The stated body weight of Arc Lite is 3.6 pounds less.
- Gozney Arc Lite
- Better fit
- Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Good
Cookware that nearly reaches the mouth-height limit
The stated mouth height on Pi Prime is 0.15 inch greater. Measure the vessel along with its handles.
- Gozney Arc Lite
- Depends
- Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Better fit
A long warranty is what tips the decision
Lifetime coverage is advertised for Pi Prime, subject to its terms. Gozney’s extension requires you to register within 60 days.
- Gozney Arc Lite
- Good
- Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Better fit
The only spot you have is enclosed or sits beneath combustible construction
Each is an outdoor propane oven. Go by the exact manual, and if a placement requirement is unclear, settle it with the manufacturer.
- Gozney Arc Lite
- Not suitable
- Solo Stove Pi Prime
- Not suitable
In practice
Differences you will notice
There is a real handling benefit, though small
Twelve percent of the stated oven weight comes off with Arc Lite. You still handle the tank, peel and stand separately.
How we worked this out
30 - 26.4 = 3.6 pounds. 3.6 / 30 × 100 = 12% less body weight.
Less space is needed to support the smaller body
Compared with Pi Prime’s diameter, Arc Lite’s body is 3.6 inches narrower and 1.6 inches shallower. Those are dimensions of the appliance and do not define a safe-placement envelope.
How we worked this out
Width: 20.5 - 16.9 = 3.6 inches. Depth: 20.5 - 18.9 = 1.6 inches. The required clearances come on top of these.
A mouth that looks bigger gives just a small extra margin
The opening on Pi Prime is 0.2 inch wider and 0.15 inch taller. That can settle a tight cookware fit, though the stated twelve-inch pizza class does not grow.
How we worked this out
Wider: 13 - 12.8 = 0.2 inch. Taller: 3.5 - 3.35 = 0.15 inch.
With the stone fact corrected, one old reason to upgrade is gone
Arc Lite's current floor measures twelve millimeters thick. Do not let a twenty-millimeter claim, or a conclusion of superior recovery built on it, drive this purchase.
How we worked this out
Gozney’s current Technical Features, specification list and removable-stone FAQ each give 12 mm. This comparison uses no matched recovery-time test.
Option A
Gozney, 12-inch propane oven, Off Black
Arc Lite
An insulated, compact propane oven for outdoor use, with a rolling lateral flame and a removable 12-millimeter cordierite floor.
- Best for
- A smaller-bodied propane oven for making twelve-inch pizza
Facts we checked
- A lateral propane flame, rated for 12-inch pizza
- Removable stone: 12 millimeters in the current official specification
- 26.4-pound oven unit
- 11.7 inches high, 18.9 inches deep and 16.9 inches wide
- 12.8-inch-wide, 3.35-inch-high opening
- Only for outdoor use
Option B
Solo Stove, 12-inch propane oven, stainless steel
Pi Prime
New cooks can find the useful heat zone fast on this simple propane oven, thanks to its wide mouth, two-piece stone and clearly marked heat dial.
- Best for
- Value-minded beginners will find this the easiest outdoor gas oven
Facts we checked
- The 12-inch cordierite surface is preheated by the propane burner in about 15 minutes.
- You can turn the pizza inside thanks to a demi-dome chamber and a wide front opening.
- The marked control dial won praise in independent testing, which also measured strong, even heat from the simple burner system.
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Gozney Arc Lite | Solo Stove Pi Prime | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body outline | 16.9 inches wide by 18.9 inches deep | 20.5-inch diameter | Before the required operating clearances are added, Arc Lite needs a smaller rectangular outline to sit on. |
| Body weight | 26.4 pounds | 30 pounds | Lifting the body of Arc Lite takes 3.6 pounds less, excluding gas and accessories. |
| Overall height | 11.7 inches | 15.5 inches | Once completely cooled, Arc Lite takes up less height in storage. |
| Mouth opening | 12.8 inches wide by 3.35 inches high | 13 inches wide by 3.5 inches high | Neither is built for tall cookware, but Pi Prime has a bit more opening clearance. |
| Warranty structure | One year standard, extended to five years with timely registration | Lifetime warranty with purchase and coverage conditions | Look at who is eligible and what is excluded as well as how many years are covered. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Gozney Arc Lite
- Checking the stone requires a separate infrared thermometer, because nothing is built in.
With Solo Stove Pi Prime
- With a 12-inch stone and a wide round body, it is a weaker fit for big New York-style pizza or for taking along often.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
An outdoor support surface that is narrower
Go with Gozney Arc Lite. Arc Lite is 3.6 inches narrower, yet the manufacturer’s full operating clearances still have to fit on the surface.
Putting the cooled oven away in storage on a regular basis
Go with Gozney Arc Lite. The stated body weight of Arc Lite is 3.6 pounds less.
Cookware that nearly reaches the mouth-height limit
Go with Solo Stove Pi Prime. The stated mouth height on Pi Prime is 0.15 inch greater. Measure the vessel along with its handles.
A long warranty is what tips the decision
Go with Solo Stove Pi Prime. Lifetime coverage is advertised for Pi Prime, subject to its terms. Gozney’s extension requires you to register within 60 days.
Decision guide
How to decide
Choose Arc Lite for a narrower, lower, lighter body. Choose Pi Prime for the slightly taller mouth and the lifetime warranty terms. Each suits a routine of outdoor twelve-inch pizza.
Arc Lite's clearest edge is its smaller body
Compared with Pi Prime, Arc Lite sits lower, measures narrower and weighs less. That makes a cooled oven easier to carry and a stable surface easier to find. It does not, however, make a cramped or covered spot safe for an outdoor propane appliance.
Go by the up-to-date twelve-millimeter stone spec
Gozney's Arc Lite specifications and FAQ now list a removable cordierite floor of 12 mm. Disregard the older 20 mm figure. With the correction, there is also no basis to promise stronger back-to-back cooking from a floor said to be thicker.
Confirm placement, then compare access and ownership
On paper, Pi Prime has a slightly wider and taller mouth, a small practical plus for cookware close to the opening limit. Its lifetime warranty and Gozney’s five-year extension, which depends on registration, come with different conditions. Check which purchase channels qualify and what is excluded before assuming either gives unconditional coverage.
What this page can’t tell you
- These differences come from published dimensions and product documentation. No head-to-head test of heat recovery or pizza quality was run.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the pizza ovens we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 5 of the 25 models checked meet every need here: “Simple outdoor cooking on propane”, “A gentle learning curve”, “Bake Neapolitan pizza that is soft and blistered”, “Find room on a small counter, patio or storage shelf”, “Stay under a $500 target price”, and “Make cleanup uncomplicated”.
5 models fit, out of 25 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Simple outdoor cooking on propane”, “A gentle learning curve”, “Bake Neapolitan pizza that is soft and blistered”, “Find room on a small counter, patio or storage shelf”, “Stay under a $500 target price”, and “Make cleanup uncomplicated”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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