Bakers Pride (Middleby) HearthBake Series Pizza Ovens - P44S
Bakers Pride • two-chamber • four-deck • 3.25 in deck height
Bring authentic hearth-baked taste to any kitchen with the Bakers Pride HearthBake Series. Engineered for pizzas, pretzels, flatbreads, and other artisan specialties, this compact countertop oven delivers stone-deck performance without sacrificing space or speed.
Why you’ll love it
- True hearth baking – four removable 20.75" × 20.75" Cordierite decks create crisp, evenly browned crusts.
- Two independent baking chambers, each with its own thermostat and 15-minute timer with continuous-ring alarm.
- Wide 300 – 650 °F (149 – 343 °C) range handles everything from delicate flatbreads to high-heat pizza bakes.
- Independent top & bottom incoloy elements for precise, balanced heat.
- All-stainless exterior, fully welded aluminized steel chambers, and full insulation for durability and energy efficiency.
- Factory-ready for 208 V or 220/240 V, single- or three-phase, drawing just 7,200 W.
- Stackable design grows with your business; optional stands, stacking kits, and 60-minute timers available.
- UL EPH Classified, cULus, and CE listed for worry-free code compliance.
What Our Experts Think
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The Bakers Pride P44S HearthBake Pizza Oven is a four-deck countertop oven (22") designed for high-volume baking in a compact footprint.
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Independent thermostat and 15-minute timer controls for each deck let you bake different items simultaneously with precision.
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Cordierite hearth decks replicate stone-hearth baking, producing authentic crisp crusts and even heating.
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The stainless steel exterior (S) provides a clean, durable, and easy-to-maintain finish—ideal for commercial kitchen environments.
Q&A
Q: How is the P44S different from the P44-BL?
A: Both have four decks, but the P44S features stainless steel for back-of-house durability, while the P44-BL has a black finish better suited for front-of-house display.
Q: Can this oven be stacked?
A: Yes, the P44S is stackable, allowing you to double production without increasing counter space.
Q: What foods are best baked in this unit?
A: Ideal for pizza, flatbreads, pretzels, cookies, and baked snacks, with consistent hearth-style results.
Maintenance Tips
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Clean cordierite hearth decks daily with a dry brush or scraper—never use liquid cleaners.
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Wipe down the stainless steel exterior with mild detergent and a soft cloth for a polished look.
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Rotate use between decks to prevent uneven wear on hearth stones.
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Periodically test thermostat accuracy for consistent performance.
