Customer reviews from Ooni
Ooni - Koda 2 Max Gas-Powered Outdoor Pizza Oven - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(93 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 93 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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2 Stars
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Customer Reviews for Ooni - Koda 2 Max Gas-Powered Outdoor Pizza Oven - Black
Customer Rating
5
A significant and noticeable upgrade!
on July 2, 2024
Posted by: Till
I have been baking in different Ooni ovens for years and have previously used two Koda 16 for larger numbers of pizzas. I have been able to bake several times with the new Koda 2 Max and I am really impressed with the new oven! I didn't expect much to have changed apart from the extra space, but the changes to the gas system make a big difference. The pizzas are baked very evenly and the flame is not as direct as on the Koda 16 (or other ovens) which means that the pizza can stay close to the flame for longer and doesn't burn as quickly. In addition, the oven holds the heat incredibly well, so that many pizzas can be baked quickly one after the other (and side by side). For me, the Koda 2 Max not only replaces 2 Koda 16 ovens, but now stands as Ooni's best oven yet.
Anyone who has the space for it will get an absolute workhorse that can easily cope with any pizza night, any large party or even professional catering / food truck operations and delivers insanely good pizza. The oven also looks really stylish and you can tell straight away that it's an Ooni - and what an Ooni it is! I am in love with it and can wholeheartedly recommend it. The price/performance ratio of the Koda 2 Max is great and if you're looking for a new large pizza oven... you've found it! The only thing to consider is the size and weight. Two people are required for transportation and it needs a table of a suitable size - like the large modular table from Ooni.
As an Ooni brand ambassador, I have already been able to test the oven extensively and bake almost 300 pizzas in it, but I would like to emphasize that I did not receive the oven for free. This review is 100% my honest opinion of the oven. If you have any questions, feel free to visit me at @mehlundmehr on Instagram, I'll be happy to help :)
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
1
The unit shipped did not
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: Lewis T.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The unit shipped did not auto light in one side and was defective. It was a lot of back and forth instead of just replacing it.
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
1
Haven’t arrived yet
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: Juan H.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s taking to long to get here. I’ve purchase it on early june
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
2
Electronics are horrible
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: Aaron A.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The electronics, digital temperature hub, has malfunctioned from day one. Haven't been able to get support either (have to schedule a real person or accept canned responses). Rather disappointing. Cooking pizza I usually burn it and raw in middle. Mostly on me, learning curve and all.
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
5
Great oven
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: Chris T.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ever since I got my Koda 16 several years ago I have been wanting a bit larger of a cooking space. The Koda 2 Max delivers. I really enjoy the extra space as well as the dual temp controls. Great oven.
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
5
Perfect balance between stone and flame
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: David P.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Having used my friend’s Koda 16 in the past, I was nervous about the amount of heat from the flame and stone. On those ovens, I was having to drop the flame right after launching. I’m finding that the Max needs no last minute heat adjustment. The bottom and toppings cook perfectly. I am greatly relieved. I’ve also cooked some salmon fillets to perfection.
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
5
I found this oven easy
on July 13, 2024
Posted by: Robert M.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I found this oven easy to use. I call it a beast. I would recommend this oven
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni
Customer Rating
5
Does take longer to heat
on July 14, 2024
Posted by: Randall H.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Does take longer to heat up than the Koda 16 that this replaces, but it seems to have more even heat distribution. It did reach 850F after about 1/2 hour. Once temperature was reach turned flame to low and launched pie. Rotated it twice, the crust achieved a leopard print after about 1.5 minutes. Turned flame back up and finished top. Great pizza and easier then in the Koda 16.
Written by a customer while visiting Ooni