Ooni Koda 2 vs Koda 16

Stone area and pizza size

The Koda 16 is built for 16 inch pizzas. A 16 inch pizza has about 201 sq in of surface, close to double a 12 inch at about 113 sq in. That makes one large pizza enough to share between two or three people, and the floor is big enough for a small roasting tray or skillet.

The standard Koda 2 sits between the Koda 12 and Koda 16 in Ooni's range. It handles pizzas a little larger than 12 inch, which suits individual pizzas cooked one after another. Check Ooni's spec page for its exact maximum size. Use the pizza size comparer to see how sizes compare for your household.

Burner shape

The Koda 16 uses an L-shaped burner that runs along the back and down one side. That spreads flame over a larger area and helps a big pizza cook across its width. You still turn the pizza, but the extra room means the crust is not pressed against the flame.

The Koda 2 uses a redesigned burner that Ooni says spreads heat more evenly than older Koda models. It is a different approach to the same goal: an even bake with less turning. Whichever you choose, turn the pizza a quarter at a time and watch the side nearest the flame.

Gas use and heat-up

A larger oven has more stone and air to heat, so it generally uses more gas and can take longer to reach baking heat. Ooni publishes burner details on its spec pages; we have not quoted them here because they differ between versions. As a rule of thumb, the Koda 16 will use more gas per session than a smaller oven, so keep a spare bottle if you cook often.

Turning the flame down once the stone is hot saves gas and stops bases burning. Wind and cold slow every oven, so shield it from breezes. Our pizza oven heat-up times article covers what affects the wait.

Note:Gas pizza ovens are for outdoor use only. Never use one indoors, in a tent, awning, caravan or garage. Before each use check the hose and regulator and do a soapy-water leak test on the joints. Keep the bottle upright, outdoors and away from heat, and turn the gas off at the bottle when you finish. Follow the manual for your model. If you suspect a gas leak, call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999, and use a Gas Safe registered engineer for any fixed gas work.

Footprint, weight and accessories

The Koda 16 is a big oven. It needs a large, sturdy, heat-resistant table and more storage space in winter. The Koda 2 is easier to move and store. If you plan to cover the oven and leave it out, see storing a pizza oven in winter.

Bigger pizzas need bigger peels. A 16 inch pizza needs a 16 inch launching peel, which is awkward to store and handle. Read pizza peel sizes explained before you buy accessories.

Which size to choose

Choose the Koda 16 if you feed a family or friends often, want large sharing pizzas, or like to roast other food. Choose the Koda 2 if you mostly cook individual pizzas, want a newer burner design and prefer a smaller oven to store.

Compare more options in our best gas pizza ovens and best outdoor pizza ovens in the UK guides, and our wider 12 inch vs 16 inch comparison.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Ooni Koda 16 dimensions? Ooni lists exact dimensions and weight on its spec page. It is noticeably larger than the Koda 12 and Koda 2, so measure your table before ordering.

Is the Koda 16 worth it over the Koda 2? If you want 16 inch pizzas or room for trays, yes. If you bake one pizza per person, the Koda 2 does the job in less space.

Does the Koda 16 use a lot of gas? It uses more than smaller ovens because it heats a larger stone. Turning the flame down once hot helps.

Can I bake two pizzas at once in a Koda 16? It is designed for one large pizza at a time. Small pizzas side by side are hard to turn evenly.