Pizza ovens have exploded in popularity, replacing many a grill and griddle in outdoor kitchens across America.
But even the best examples have one fatal flaw. They’re only big enough to cook one pizza at a time. That might be fine for a week night, but when you’re on the line to feed a bunch of friends and family, well, you better get cookin’.
This year, Ooni’s gas-only Koda 2 Max addressed that issue head-on with an elegantly obvious solution: it’s big. Really big. But it’s also ridiculously useful.
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Ooni Koda 2 Max
Specs
| Dimensions | 29 x 16.5 x 25.5 inches |
| Fuel Type | Propane gas |
| Max Temperature | 950 °F |
An extra-large 24-inch stone surface can cook one giant New York-style pizza or a pair of Neapolitan pies at the same time. The Koda 2 Max also boasts independently controlled burners for dual-zone cooking.
For inexperienced cooks, the extra real estate means fewer scorched pies, as anyone who’s charred a pizza will appreciate the ability to move one a couple of inches away from a 900-degree heat source.
