Gozney Dome Gen 1 vs Gen 2: What’s Actually Changed?

Outdoor pizza ovens have exploded in popularity over the last few years, and few brands have made as big an impact as Gozney. When the original Dome launched, it set a new benchmark for premium backyard cooking. Now, with the release of the Gen 2, many are asking: is it a real upgrade—or just a refresh?

In this post, we break down the key differences between the Gozney Dome Gen 1 and Gen 2, and whether it’s worth upgrading.

1. Cooking Performance: Bigger & Smarter in Gen 2

The biggest upgrade is usable cooking space.

The Gen 2 features a redesigned burner layout, giving you around 40% more cooking area which means:

• Larger pizzas
• More pizzas cooking at once
• More room to manoeuvre skillets
• Better heat distribution

It still hits the same blazing temperatures (500°C / 900°F), but it gets there more efficiently and holds heat more consistently.

👉 Bottom line:
Gen 1 cooks brilliantly but Gen 2 cooks more comfortably and consistently.

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2. Heat Control & Precision

Both ovens are powerful, but Gen 2 adds more control.

• Gen 1
• • Built-in thermometer
  • Manual flame control
  • Optional accessories for precision (Discontinued and hard to find)
• Gen 2:
  • Improved digital temperature display
  • Better integration with temperature probes
  • Digital timer
  • Temperature reading both ambient and stone
  • More predictable heat zones
  • All accessories are new, readily available and in some cases cheaper than the Gen 1 Accessories.

This makes a big difference if you’re cooking beyond pizza such as steak, bread, or roasting.

👉 Gen 2 feels closer to a professional outdoor oven, not just a pizza oven.

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3. Design & Usability

At first glance, they look similar but the experience is different.

Gen 1

• Rugged and premium
• Slightly steeper learning curve
• Less intuitive layout (more complicated)
• More basic gas controls
• More difficult to control when burning with wood

Gen 2

• Improved internal ceiling height
• Better airflow and flame control
• More ergonomic cooking experience
• Upgraded Gas Controls
• Upgraded features such as multiple temp probes, timers etc
• Ability to purchase the New Wood-Fired Control Kit. Giving you complete control over the fire when cooking with wood.

The taller dome in Gen 2 also improves versatility you’re not limited to flat foods.

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4. Accessories & Ecosystem

Gozney has always leaned heavily on accessories but Gen 2 integrates them better.

• Gen 1 accessories feel “add-on” and now that they are discontinued they are hard to get, many Customers are having to buy second hand accessories.
• Gen 2 accessories feel built into the experience. These can be added at any time to enhance your experience further

Examples:

• Neapolitan arch improvements
• Better compatibility with probes and tools
• Expanded cooking styles (roast, smoke)
• Wood-Fired Control Kit (gaining complete control of air flow when burning with wood)
• etc.

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5. Price & Value

Here’s where things get interesting:

• Gen 1
  • Now discounted
  • Excellent value for performance
  • Limited now on Accessories that can be added, restricting how much you can get out your oven
• Gen 2
  • Premium price especially with accessories added, however this can be built up over time
  • Can exceed £2,000+ fully kitted
  • IS a more premium oven with premium features. It does look and cook like a professional oven at home.

👉 If budget matters, Gen 1 is still a serious contender if you can find one. If you looking for the best oven on the market and something that is future proof, go for the Gen 2.

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6. Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Gen 1 if:

• You want top-tier performance for less money
• You’re mainly cooking pizza
• You don’t mind a learning curve
• You don’t mind having an out-of-date oven
• Your not looking to kit it out with accessories

Choose Gen 2 if:

• You want the best possible experience
• You cook more than just pizza
• You value ease of use and precision with wood
• You want future-proof features
• You want the option of kitting it out from the start or in years to come

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Final Verdict

The Gozney Dome Gen 1 is outdated however is still one of the best pizza ovens you can buy.

But the Gen 2 refines everything:

• More space
• Better control
• Easier cooking
• Greater versatility

👉 Think of it like this:

• Gen 1 = Brilliant oven if you can still find one
• Gen 2 = Premium, polished outdoor kitchen tool with has changed the game forever!

If you want, we can break it down even further based on what you plan to cook and how (pizza, steaks, veg etc.) that actually makes the decision much clearer. Give us a call if you want any more help and speak to our Gozney Live-Fire Experts! We are a small family business that is now one of Gozneys Largest UK Partners prideing ourselves in non-push sales chat, its important that our Customers get the right ovens to suit their needs at home. If you feel like you have made the right decision in your purchase you will be a happy Customer and we have all the answers and knowledge to answer your questions. It’s the reason why we are still here and growing, good Customer service, care and support. Why not give us a call to discuss your options. We can offer special bundles and special prices for people that call in which you cannot find online! – 01560 480002

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