Gozney pizza oven that rivals Ooni is saving me a fortune on takeaways

Daily Mirror

01-06-2025

I've never been much of a whiz in the kitchen so the idea of effortlessly creating a sumptuous Italian feast always felt like a bit of a fantasy. But when got my hands on this summers must-have garden gadget - the Gozney Arc Pizza Oven - I couldn't wait to try out in my own back garden.
Billed as the "world's most advanced compact oven for creating a 14-inch pizza", the Gozney Arc doesn't disappoint. It reaches an eye-watering 500°C and features a game-changing lateral gas burner that ensures consistent, even cooking. The result? Restaurant-quality pizza in 60 seconds.
We're obsessed with pizza in my household— gooey, cheesy, and steaming hot, we're loyal regulars at our local Dominos. But as anyone feeding a family of four will know, those cravings come at a cost. With an average order setting us back around £40 and at least three pizza nights a month (no judgement, please!), it doesn't take long for the price of a premium pizza oven to start making financial sense.
Available online for £549.99 directly from Gozney (currently £50 off the usual price of £599), the Arc might not be the cheapest option on the market—but after testing it out, I can confidently say it's worth every penny.
I'll admit, I was equal parts excited and nervous when I first unbozed it. Would this sleek new gadget turn into another messy regret? Fortunately, my fears were unfounded. While trendy pizza ovens from brands like Ooni and Ninja have gained popularity for their blazing-hot cooking chambers that turn out pizzas in minutes, the Gozney Arc truly stands out —not just for its style, but for its performance.
Easy to use, this pizza oven is a 'game changer' for pizza fans
Gozney didn't just send the Arc—they also included a balancing turning peel, utility peel, pizza server, pizza cutter and even the Arc stand and cover . Everything was thoughtfully packaged, with clearly numbered boxes and straightforward instructions. Even for someone who usually panics at the sight of a manual, setup was smooth sailing.
As someone with a rather distant relationship with my own kitchen, I was genuinely amazed at how simple it was to create restaurant-quality pizza at home.
Armed with a newly acquired gas canister, we had the Gozney Arc fired up and ready to go in under 10 minutes. While purists may argue that wood-fired ovens offer a richer, smokier flavour, the gas option delivers unbeatable speed and convenience. That said, it's worth factoring in the cost of the gas bottle as part of running expenses.
The oven features a built-in LED display , powered by the included batteries, which clearly shows the rising temperature—making it easy to monitor progress. Gozney recommends a gentle 30-minute warm-up on low to medium heat for first use to properly 'cure' the oven. In my case, it took just over 40 minutes to climb above 400°C, so shoppers should bear that in mind when they're hoping to whip up a pizza in a flash.
This thing gets hot. I could feel the heat radiating as I passed by—it's seriously impressive. Once our dough was stretched and the toppings piled high, we used the sturdy pizza peel to launch our creation into the fiery depths of the Arc.
And wow - it cooked in literal seconds . In what felt like the blink of an eye (about 60 seconds, give or take), the toppings were bubbling, the cheese golden and gooey and the crust crisping up like it came straight from a Neapolitan pizzeria. Admittedly, our first attempt was slightly singed on one side thanks to a brief lapse in attention, but our second go was perfection: cheesy, chewy, and utterly delicious.
The Gozney Arc is available to purchase online for £549.99 directly from Gozney. And if shoppers fancy the tall pizza oven stand like I do, it'll set customers back an additional £249.99.
Of course, there are other pizza ovens out there that also make great pizza. The Ooni is likely the most recognised brand, offering a range of pizza ovens to cater to various diners.
The Ooni Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven is a brand best-seller. Available to buy from Lakeland for £299, buyers have called it an 'amazing' oven that 'makes great pizza'. Other Ooni favourites include the Ooni Koda 16 Gas-Fired Outdoor Pizza Oven that comes with a baking stone for £499 and the Karu 2 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven priced at £349.
A new generation of wood pellet pizza ovens are also taking home cooks by storm. The Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor Oven, Artisan Pizza Maker and BBQ Smoker for example, has been called a 'game changer' thanks to its ease of use and effective design.
Relatively new to the outdoor pizza oven game, writer Narin Flanders called it " the ultimate outdoor gadget for foodies." It's currently on sale at Lakeland, reduced from £349.99 to £299.99 - read our full review here.
For pizza lovers on a budget, the Big Horn Wood Pellet Pizza Oven is £125.99 on Amazon. With more than 2000 positive reviews, one user called it 'a pizza lover's dream'.
It's not just me who loves it. One five-star review on the website said: "I wish I could give this oven more than five stars. I bought the Arc model, which is truly a work of art. Even the packaging is beautifully designed. From the moment you open the box, you can see the attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship. I've made pizzas and sandwiches in it, and the results have been amazing. This is easily one of the best purchases I've made for my happiness."
Another added: "This oven is a huge step up - heat retention is amazing with thicker stone, and side flame gives great visibility at its hottest point. It looks cool too and gets a lot of love and admiring comments! Awesome."
However, not all users found it to be a straightforward experience, with one sharing a less than stellar three-star review: "We are still trying to figure it out. We keep burning our pizzas, or they are uncooked all the way."
Nonetheless, the Gozney Arc and its array of accessories seem to have won a place in the hearts of pizza lovers far and wide, with another five-star review encapsulating the sentiment: "Game changer for professional quality pizza at home."