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Product Review: Giantex Outdoor Wood Fired Pizza Oven
My family rented a house last summer that had an awesome outdoor pizza oven. We had so much fun making and eating pizzas together that I decided I wanted to buy one for our home.
The rental house had a gas-fired oven, but I thought something wood burning would taste better and more authentic. I bought this Giantex Outdoor Wood Fired Pizza Oven and set it up in my backyard. It comes with everything you need except the wood.
The Learning Curve
I burned the first few pizzas. You have to carefully regulate the fire, and I learned you need to let it run for about an hour before using it to let the red hot coals get to a stable temperature. An external thermometer is also essential. Here is the one I bought and used.
The Results
After a few tries, I made a couple of good pizzas, but my family said they tasted burnt. I think it is the combination of the wood and the flour getting burned while cooking.
Unexpected Use: Portable Fireplace
After we were done with the pizzas, I wheeled the oven over to our covered pergola and my wife and I watched a movie while I had the fire going in the pizza oven. I think I will use this as an outdoor portable fireplace to wheel around my property and maybe try and cook other things in it.
The Verdict: Is the Giantex Pizza Oven Worth It?
But for pizza, unless you like the burnt taste, I went and bought a gas-fired one and boy what a difference. I will write a review of that one next.
Pros of the Giantex Outdoor Pizza Oven
- Portable with wheels
- Comes with pizza stone and peel
- Doubles as a cozy outdoor fireplace
- Authentic wood-fired flavor
Cons of the Giantex Wood Fired Oven
- Steep learning curve
- Requires external thermometer
- Long heat-up time (about an hour)
- Easy to burn pizzas for beginners
Bottom Line: Great as a portable outdoor fireplace, challenging for pizza beginners. If you want authentic wood-fired flavor and don’t mind the learning curve, it’s fun. But for consistent pizza results, consider gas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Outdoor Pizza Ovens
Is a wood-fired pizza oven hard to use?
Yes, there is a learning curve. You need to manage the fire carefully and let it heat for about an hour before cooking. An external thermometer is essential for monitoring the temperature.
How long does it take to heat up?
About one hour to get the red hot coals to a stable temperature for cooking pizzas in this Giantex model.
Is gas or wood better for pizza ovens?
Wood gives authentic flavor but is harder to control. Gas is easier for consistent results, especially for beginners who want perfect pizzas every time.
Can I use an outdoor pizza oven as a fireplace?
Absolutely! I wheel mine around the property as a portable outdoor fireplace. It works great for ambiance and keeping warm on cool evenings.
What comes with the Giantex pizza oven?
The oven includes a pizza stone, pizza peel, cooking grids, charcoal grates, and a waterproof cover. You need to supply your own wood for fuel.