Best Pizza Ovens: How the Gozney Arc Leads This Outdoor Guide

How the ovens were assessed

The evaluation considered heat-up time, cooking consistency, ease of use, capacity, and fire management. The team combined earlier testing with manufacturers’ current specifications and measurements from independent reviewers.

Prices and availability were checked at named retailers between October 21 and October 26, 2026, and may change. Maximum temperatures are manufacturer ratings, since a cooking stone may not reach those figures in use.

Fuel choices and product updates

Propane ovens are described as easier to manage, while wood and charcoal require more attention but offer live-fire cooking. Electric models emphasize convenience over the highest temperatures. The guide covers outdoor ovens and one indoor choice, with prices ranging from $149 to $2,299.99. Recent changes include the Dome Gen 2 replacing the tested Dome, the Karu 2 name replacing Karu 12G, and the discontinuation of the ALFA oven previously recommended for large pizzas.

Why the Gozney Arc stands out

The Gozney Arc costs $799.99 and accommodates pizzas up to 14 inches. Its 20-millimeter cordierite stone is thicker than the Arc Lite’s 12-millimeter stone, and the oven has two-layer insulation.

A side-mounted propane burner provides an adjustable flame, and the package includes a thermometer, hose, regulator, burner guard, and stone adjustment tool. At 47.5 pounds, it is heavier and less portable than the Arc Lite; its thermometer measures oven temperature rather than the stone.

A smaller Gozney option

The Gozney Arc Lite costs $399.99 and takes pizzas up to 12 inches. It is described as quick to heat, able to retain heat, and easy to pack away.

The Arc Lite weighs 26.4 pounds and uses the same side-flame layout as the Arc. The larger Arc is recommended for people who want more cooking space and a thermometer included.