Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 pizza oven

Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 for maximum cooking space

The Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 is the largest and most spacious outdoor oven in the current Gozney series. The oven was developed for those who want plenty of cooking space and wish to cook extensively outdoors using gas, wood, or charcoal, in addition to pizza.

The oven accommodates one pizza up to 18 inches, approximately 45 cm, or three 10-inch pizzas. This makes the Dome XL Gen 2 particularly interesting if you regularly cook for larger groups or want to be able to place multiple batches in the oven at the same time.

Would you like to see how the Dome XL compares to the other Gozney models first? Then check out our Gozney pizza oven buying guide .

Why choose the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2?

The Dome XL Gen 2 combines a large oven space with various cooking methods. You can choose the convenience and control of propane or build a fire yourself with wood or charcoal.

It is precisely this combination that makes the Dome XL interesting if you are looking for more than just a pizza oven. You can bake pizza quickly at high temperatures, but also prepare bread, meat, fish, vegetables, and cast iron dishes.

The Dome XL Gen 2 offers approximately 90% more cooking space than the original first-generation Gozney Dome. That does not mean it is 90% larger than the current Dome Gen 2. The comparison is with the first Dome generation.

How many pizzas fit in the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2?

The Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 accommodates one pizza up to 18 inches or three 10-inch pizzas . That is significantly more capacity than the other Gozney ovens.

That extra space is also nice when you are baking only one pizza at a time. You have more room to place and rotate the pizza, and can adjust its position relative to the flame more easily.

If you regularly bake for family or friends, the larger baking surface also offers the possibility to prepare multiple smaller pizzas one after another or simultaneously.

Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 on gas, wood, or charcoal

The Dome XL Gen 2 can be used with propane, wood, or charcoal . Which fuel suits you best depends on the cooking method and how much attention you want to devote to the fire.

Gas is practical when you want to get started quickly and easily control the heat. You set the burner and can focus primarily on the temperature and cooking.

Wood offers a different way of cooking. You build the fire yourself, add wood when necessary, and determine how the heat moves through the oven by the position and size of the fire.

Charcoal can be used when you want to cook for a longer period with a stable heat source. For this, use good natural charcoal that is suitable for high-temperature cooking.

Gas and solid fuels are separate cooking methods. Never use gas at the same time as wood or charcoal, and do not use the gas burner to light a wood fire.

30 mm thick cordierite stone

The Dome XL Gen 2 features a removable 30 mm thick cordierite stone . This thick cooking surface can absorb and retain a lot of heat.

This is important when baking multiple pizzas in a row. Each pizza draws heat from the stone. Due to the high heat storage capacity, the baking surface remains more stable and can return to temperature between different pizzas.

Before baking, check not only the temperature in the oven, but especially the temperature of the stone. This helps prevent the top from being ready while the bottom is still underbaked.

You can find more practical tips on this in our common mistakes at Gozney .

How hot will the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 be?

The Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 can reach temperatures of around 500 °C . You can expect approximately 30 to 40 minutes to fully heat up the oven and the thick pizza stone, depending on fuel and conditions.

For pizza, a well-heated baking surface is especially important. Therefore, allow the stone sufficient time to absorb heat before you start baking.

More than just baking pizza

Thanks to the spacious oven chamber, the Dome XL Gen 2 is suitable for much more than just pizza. For example, you can bake bread, prepare meat or fish, roast vegetables, and work with heat-resistant cast iron.

That makes this Gozney particularly interesting for people looking for a real outdoor oven. If you already have a kamado barbecue or ceramic BBQ , both can complement each other well. A kamado excels at grilling, smoking, and slow cooking, while the Dome XL offers plenty of space for cooking on a hot stone and with the direct heat of a rolling flame.

Gozney Dome Gen 2 or Dome XL Gen 2?

If you are hesitating between the Gozney Dome Gen 2 and Dome XL Gen 2, the amount of cooking space is the main deciding factor.

The Dome Gen 2 accommodates one pizza up to 16 inches or two 10-inch pizzas. Dome XL Gen 2 increases this to one pizza up to 18 inches or three 10-inch pizzas.

The standard Dome Gen 2 is already spacious enough for many home cooks and takes up less space. Dome XL Gen 2 is particularly interesting if you regularly cook for larger groups, want to make large pizzas, or specifically want extra space for multiple preparations.

Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 or Arc XL?

The Gozney Arc XL and Dome XL Gen 2 have a distinctly different starting point. The Arc XL is a compact gas-fired pizza oven for pizzas up to 16 inches. The Dome XL Gen 2 is a much larger outdoor oven with space up to 18 inches and a choice of gas, wood, and charcoal.

If you mainly want to bake pizza and ease of use is important, the Arc XL is often the more logical and compact choice. If you want much more cooking space and more extensive outdoor cooking with various fuels, the Dome XL Gen 2 is a better fit.

Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 Off Black or Bone?

At BBQ Valley, the Dome XL Gen 2 is available in two colors. Choose the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 Off Black for a dark version or the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 Bone for the lighter version.

The technical performance is identical. The choice between Off Black and Bone therefore comes down primarily to which version best suits your patio, outdoor kitchen, and other equipment.

Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 as a complete set

If you want a complete setup right away, BBQ Valley also has a Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 Bone set .

This set combines the Bone version with the Gozney base, the Dome XL casing, Dome XL door, and a matching protective cover. This immediately provides you with a complete and mobile setup with extra workspace around the oven.

A set is particularly interesting if you know from the start that the oven will have a permanent place in your garden or outdoor kitchen and you also want to have the practical accessories with it.

Base for the Gozney Dome XL

Weighing approximately 73 kg, the Dome XL Gen 2 is not an oven that you can easily lift and move every time. A stable location is therefore important.

The Gozney Dome Gen 2 and Dome XL base included in BBQ Valley's range raises the oven to a comfortable working height and provides extra workspace on the sides. Thanks to the wheels, you can move the entire setup more easily.

Accessories for the Dome XL Gen 2

BBQ Valley has various matching accessories in its range for the Dome XL Gen 2. These include the Dome XL protective cover, Neo Arch, Dome XL door, Dome XL casing, and Wood-Fire Control Kit .

The casing provides extra workspace directly in front of the oven. The door can be used for preparations where you want to close off the oven opening. The protective cover helps protect the oven from the elements when not in use.

The Wood-Fire Control Kit is designed to better organize working with wood in the Dome and to keep the fire in the correct position in the oven.

For pizza, a good pizza peel, turnip peel, and infrared thermometer are also practical tools. You can find more information on using your oven in our Gozney tips & tricks .

Pizza dough for the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2

A large and hot pizza oven only yields good results if the dough is also right. Especially when baking at high temperatures, fermentation, hydration, and the way you open the dough are important.

Want to get started yourself? Then check out our recipe for the ultimate Gozney pizza dough .

Dimensions and weight of the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2

The Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 is approximately 94.6 cm wide, 69.7 cm deep, and 99.7 cm high, including the chimney . The oven weighs approximately 73 kg .

Therefore, when determining the location, take into account not only the width of the oven, but also sufficient workspace around the oven and a safe outdoor setup.

How much warranty do you get on the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2?

For private use, the Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 comes with a standard 2-year manufacturer's warranty. If you register the oven with Gozney within 60 days of purchase, the warranty can be extended to a limited warranty of up to 5 years. Different warranty periods apply to certain parts, including the pizza stone and electronic components.

Therefore, register the oven in a timely manner after purchase and keep the proof of purchase.

Buy Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 at BBQ Valley Venlo

Buying a Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 is a big step, and especially with this size, it is nice to see the oven in person first. At BBQ Valley Venlo, you can see various Gozney ovens side by side and better assess the difference between the Dome Gen 2 and Dome XL Gen 2.

Together, we look at how much cooking space you need, which fuel you want to use, and whether a freestanding oven or a complete setup with a base suits you better.

Also view the complete Gozney range at BBQ Valley or compare our other pizza ovens .