Updated 8 May 2026
Ooni vs Gozney — Spec Comparison Across 5 Pairings
Ooni and Gozney are the two heavyweight brands in outdoor pizza ovens. Both make excellent pizzas. Both reach 950°F. The differences hide in recovery time, build material, fuel flexibility, and how long they hold heat between pizzas — specs the marketing pages skip past.
Five head-to-head pairings below, each at a similar price point or feature class.
1. Ooni Koda 16 ($599) vs Gozney Arc ($999)
Both are 16-inch (Arc is 14-inch, then 16-inch in XL) gas-only ovens for backyard hosting.
| Spec | Ooni Koda 16 | Gozney Arc | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max temp | 950°F | 950°F | Tie |
| Stone diameter | 16.7" | 14" | Koda 16 (larger pies) |
| BTU | 31,000 | 30,000 | Roughly tied |
| Preheat | 20 min | 30 min | Koda 16 |
| Recovery between pies | ~2 min | ~5 min | Koda 16 (significantly) |
| Build | Stainless steel | Stainless + ceramic dome | Arc (better insulation) |
| Weight | 40 lbs | 84 lbs | Arc (heavier = more solid) |
| Price | $599 | $999 | Koda 16 ($400 cheaper) |
Decision: Koda 16 wins on price, throughput, and pizza size. Arc wins on heat retention (great for searing meats too) and build aesthetic. For pure pizza throughput at hosting scale, Koda 16 is the rational pick.
Ooni Koda 16 on Amazon → Gozney Arc on Amazon →
2. Ooni Karu 16 ($799) vs Gozney Dome ($2,099)
Both are multi-fuel (gas + wood) flagship ovens. Different price tiers.
| Spec | Ooni Karu 16 | Gozney Dome | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max temp | 950°F | 950°F | Tie |
| Stone diameter | 16.7" | 18" | Dome |
| Fuel options | Gas, wood, charcoal | Gas, wood | Karu 16 (more options) |
| Recovery between pies | ~2 min | ~3 min | Karu 16 |
| Build | Stainless + ceramic insulation | Stainless + ceramic dome with full insulation | Dome |
| Weight | 62.6 lbs | 128 lbs | Dome (~2× heavier) |
| Built-in capable | No | No | Tie |
| Price | $799 | $2,099 | Karu 16 ($1,300 cheaper) |
Decision: The Dome is genuinely premium — better insulation, larger stone, charcoal-style aesthetic. The Karu 16 delivers ~85% of the Dome's pizza experience at 38% of the price. Unless you want the Dome specifically as a focal-point patio piece, Karu 16 is the better-value pick.
3. Gozney Roccbox ($599) vs Ooni Karu 12G ($449)
Both portable, both multi-fuel-capable, both Neapolitan-grade. The closest fight in the lineup.
| Spec | Gozney Roccbox | Ooni Karu 12G | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max temp | 950°F | 950°F | Tie |
| Stone diameter | 12" | 13.2" | Karu 12G (slightly larger) |
| Fuel options | Gas, wood | Gas, wood, charcoal | Karu 12G |
| Build material | Stainless + silicone outer + ceramic insulation | Stainless + ceramic insulation | Roccbox (silicone outer = kid-safe) |
| Weight | 44 lbs | 27.6 lbs | Karu 12G (more portable) |
| Price | $599 | $449 | Karu 12G ($150 cheaper) |
Decision: Karu 12G wins on price, portability, and fuel flexibility. Roccbox wins on the silicone outer (kids safe to brush against it) and build heft. For most buyers, Karu 12G is the smarter pick — the Roccbox's silicone exterior matters mainly for households with toddlers.
4. Ooni Volt 12 ($999) vs (Gozney has no electric)
Ooni's electric oven is unique to the brand — no Gozney equivalent. Worth flagging because the Volt 12 is the only major-brand option for indoor / apartment / HOA-restricted use.
- 850°F max — 100°F shy of true Neapolitan but acceptable for 90% of pizza styles
- Indoor capable — no gas line, no wood smoke
- $999 price tag is at parity with the Gozney Arc
- If you can't or won't use gas/wood, this is the only major-brand option in the segment
5. Both brands' wood-only entry: Ooni Fyra 12 ($349) vs (no Gozney equivalent)
Gozney doesn't make a wood-only oven at the budget tier; the Roccbox is the closest, but it's gas-primary. The Ooni Fyra 12 is the budget entry point for wood-fire authenticity.
- $349 — cheapest oven in either brand's lineup
- Pellet-fed — auto-feeds during cook (no constant log-tending)
- 950°F capable
- 22 lbs — most portable of all named ovens
- Running cost: premium hardwood pellets, ~$15–25 per cooking session
Summary by use case
| If you want... | Pick |
|---|---|
| Hosting 12+ people regularly | Ooni Koda 16 ($599) |
| Highest-end backyard centerpiece | Gozney Dome ($2,099) |
| Maximum fuel flexibility | Ooni Karu 16 ($799) |
| Most portable Neapolitan oven | Ooni Karu 12G ($449) |
| Kid-safe outer surface | Gozney Roccbox ($599) |
| Indoor / apartment / HOA-restricted | Ooni Volt 12 ($999) |
| Wood-fire on the cheap | Ooni Fyra 12 ($349) |
| Best price per pizza throughput | Ooni Koda 16 ($599) |
Use the throughput calculator
The above is the macro view. To find ovens that match your party size, fuel preference, and budget:
Run the Pizza Throughput Calculator →
FAQ
Does max temp matter if I'm not making Neapolitan?
Less than the marketing suggests. NY-style pizzas cook at 600–700°F. Detroit-style at 500°F. Only Neapolitan needs 900°F+. If you're not committed to Neapolitan, the Ooni Volt's 850°F is plenty.
How much does fuel actually cost per session?
Gas is the cheapest at ~$1–3 per session (propane). Wood/charcoal: $5–15 per session if buying premium hardwood logs. Pellet ovens (Fyra): $5–10 per session. Electric (Volt): ~$0.50 per session.
Can I leave these out in the rain?
Most are stainless steel and rated to handle weather, but cover them when not in use. Insulated ovens (Karu, Arc, Dome) handle weather better than uninsulated (Koda, Pi). Always store the stone indoors.
Why do you only compare Ooni and Gozney?
Other brands (Solo Stove Pi, Bertello Grande, Alfa One) are absolutely worth considering — see our portable oven tier list and the throughput calculator for spec-matched picks across all brands.
Sources:
- Manufacturer spec sheets cited inline in /data/ovens.json
- Ooni — Product specifications
- Gozney — Product specifications