The Gozney Tread pizza oven is a game-changer for those with limited space but a big appetite for delicious, authentic Neapolitan pizza. This compact oven boasts impressive performance, reaching scorching temperatures in record time – a mere 13 minutes to hit 700°F – without sacrificing build quality or ease of use. Its surprisingly lightweight design, coupled with a quick-connect propane system, makes it incredibly portable, perfect for both indoor and outdoor cooking. Forget bulky, cumbersome pizza ovens; the Gozney Tread offers a streamlined experience without compromising on the results.This review dives into the unboxing, assembly, and performance of the Gozney Tread, detailing its ease of setup and exceptional heating speed. We’ll explore the user-friendliness of the design, highlighting both its strengths and areas for minor improvement in the instruction manual. Prepare to be amazed by the speed and efficiency of this compact powerhouse, ideal for pizza aficionados who demand quality without sacrificing convenience or valuable kitchen real estate.
Pros And Cons
- Smallest oven Gazny offers
- Good budget price
- Heats up to 700-800°F in approximately 10-13 minutes
- Lightweight and easy to carry (one-handed)
- Quick connect propane attachment
- Built-in thermometer
- Can fit up to 12-inch pizzas
- Instructions are vague regarding burner cover placement
- Difficult to ignite in direct wind
- Gets extremely hot; requires significant cool-down time (20 minutes or more) before handling or storing
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Unboxing and First Impressions
Upon unboxing the Gozney Tread, I was immediately struck by its compact size. This is the smallest oven Gozney offers, making it ideal for smaller kitchens or outdoor spaces. The packaging was sleek and professional, containing the oven itself, an instruction manual, and a few additional accessories.
The instruction manual included detailed diagrams of the oven's components and a quick-start guide. This made assembly and initial setup straightforward. Notably, the oven design seemed robust and well-constructed, promising durability.
It also includes some additional parts like a starter guide, and a little guide on how to make and cook pizza in the oven. I’m excited to try this oven for its authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Assembly and Setup
Assembly of the Gozney Tread was surprisingly easy. The numbered components made it intuitive, although the instructions regarding the burner cover were a little vague. It was a simple process to attach the propane hose and battery.
Connecting the propane tank was a quick-connect system, requiring minimal effort. The battery installation process was simple. Locating the battery compartment was a bit tricky, but once found, it was a seamless process.
The ignition system worked flawlessly, providing a satisfying 'click' when activated. Once everything was set up, I was impressed by how lightweight the oven felt, despite its seemingly sturdy construction.
Heat-Up Time Test
The real test was to see how quickly the Gozney Tread could reach cooking temperature. I started the stopwatch the moment I connected the propane tank.
The oven heated up impressively fast. Within about 4 minutes, the internal temperature was already close to 200°F, and within 13 minutes it hit 700°F. This speed is crucial for achieving the ideal cooking temperature for authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Considering the size and compact nature of this oven, this heat-up time is exceptional. I was particularly impressed with how the internal temperature rose evenly and consistently.
Final Thoughts
The Gozney Tread is a compact, efficient, and impressively fast-heating pizza oven. Its heat-up time of under 13 minutes to reach 800°F is remarkable, making it a convenient option for pizza lovers with limited space.
The lightweight design, combined with the quick-connect propane system, enhances portability. However, the vague instructions on the burner cover could be improved.
Overall, the Gozney Tread exceeded my expectations. Its speed, efficiency and small size make it highly recommended for anyone looking for a quality pizza oven that doesn't compromise on performance. I'm excited to use it to cook pizzas in my next video!