'I'm obsessed with this Ooni-rivalling pizza oven that saves money on takeaways'

I've always been a culinary calamity, so the prospect of whipping up a sumptuous feast in an instant seemed a little bit far-fetched for me. But with becoming this summer's hottest trend, I found myself very excited when Gozney gifted me their to try out in my own back garden.

Described as the "world's most advanced compact oven for creating a 14-inch pizza", it can reach temperatures of 500°C and has a game-changing burner. whips up fantastic pizza in a flash and can be bought online for £549.99 directly from . It may not be the cheapest pizza oven on the market, but it does come with a £50 discount off the usual price of £599, and I, for one, think it is worth every penny. And I share why below.

We are obsessed with pizza in my household - it's the only takeaway we ever get. Gooey, cheesy and steamy hot, we are regular customers at our local Domino's, but eating out for four can be pricey.

is available to purchase online for £549.99 directly from Gozney. While it may not be the cheapest pizza oven out there, it does currently have £50 off the usual price of £599. We enjoy takeaway pizza at least three times a month (don't judge me), and with an average order price of around £40 for the family, it

The oven was delivered along with a balancing turning peel, a utility peel, a pizza server, a pizza cutter and an impressive Arc stand and Arc cover. The setup was straightforward, with clear instructions and each box and component carefully numbered.

To be honest, I was a mix of excited and nervous, worried that this flashy new cooking gadget might be messy, luckily, I was mistaken. While all these trendy new pizza ovens from brands like and share one feature - a super-hot chamber that cooks pizzas to perfection in minutes - the Gozney Arc stands out.

Whip up a fresh pizza in under 10 minutes - including the setup!

As a home cook with a limited relationship with my own home kitchen, I was amazed at how simple it was to create delicious pizza.

Equipped with a newly acquired gas canister, we had the Arc up and running in under 10 minutes. Although pizza aficionados may argue that wood chippings provide a superior flavour, the gas option offers speed and convenience, but it's important to factor in the cost of a gas bottle.

The LED display, powered by the included batteries, illuminated to show the oven heating up, making it effortless to track the rising temperature. Gozney recommends a gentle 30-minute warm-up at low to medium heat for the first use to "cure" the oven properly. However, I found it took over 40 minutes to reach above 400 degrees, which is something to consider if you're looking to cook a quick pizza.

This beast is hot, you can sense the sheer intensity of the heat as you stroll by. With our pizza dough rolled out and toppings at the ready, we wielded the hefty pizza peel to launch our creation into the fiery belly of the oven.

And blimey, were we in for a shock at the speed of cooking! In a mere 60 seconds (or maybe even less), the toppings were sizzling with gusto. It was so rapid that I charred one edge due to a moment's distraction, but our second go was better, yielding a sumptuous cheesy pizza with that genuine Italian pizzeria flair.

Where to buy the Gozney Pizza oven

is available to purchase online for £549.99 directly from Gozney. And if you fancy the tall like I do, it'll set you back an additional £249.99.

Of course, there are other pizza ovens out there that also make great pizza. The is likely the most recognised brand, offering a range of pizza ovens to cater to various diners.

The 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 that comes with a baking stone for £499 and the priced at £349.

Gozney vs Ninja Woodfire Electric sale

A new generation of wood pellet pizza ovens are also taking home cooks by storm. The 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 "." It's currently on sale at Lakeland, reduced from £349.99 to £299.99.

For pizza lovers on a budget, the 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. 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! ".

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: ""

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