About the brand itself
I know a lot of people really love their Caraway cookware, but I'm not a huge fan of ceramic coated non-stick; therefore, I would not recommend this brand. Traditional Teflon-coated non-stick cookware lasts longer, performs better, and is just as safe.
Cites non-stick surface (against)
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
My biggest complaint about Caraway and ceramic-coated cookware in general is that it performs great at first but it loses its non-stick properties much sooner than traditional non-stick cookware. After about five months, I noticed eggs and other delicate foods starting to stick, and it's gotten worse and worse since…
Cites ease of cleaning (against), non-stick surface (against), scratch resistance (against)
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Owned 2 years
My second biggest complaint is that the exterior paint comes off very easily. The pan looks amazing when you first get it, but after about a month, you'll notice small chips in the paint, which get worse over time.
Also, when oil or food spills over the sides, it sticks to the exterior and pulls the paint off when you clean it. So, as good as Caraway looks online or when you first get it, don't expect that to last very long.
On a similar note, the interior also gets scratched and damaged relatively easily. You need to be really careful when cooking and cleaning. Avoid overheating, cooking with metal utensils, and cleaning in the dishwasher. There's a reason why you'll never see this type of cookware in a commercial kitchen; it's not the…
Lastly, this cookware is expensive, especially considering it's only going to last a couple years. You can buy cookware of similar construction for about half the price.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Owned 2 years
Ceramic cookware brands, including Caraway, use fear-mongering and outdated information to pitch their cookware as safer and healthier. The truth is that, since 2013, all reputable non-stick cookware brands follow FDA and health protocols and manufacture without PFOA or any other toxic chemicals. So yes, Caraway…
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Owned 2 years
The aluminum base is thick, which helps prevent warping and distributes heat evenly.
Cites even heating, heating speed, heat retention, non-stick surface, oven safe, warp resistance
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
At 2 minutes and 26 seconds, Caraway was one of the fastest pans to boil the water and there were no signs of hot or cold spots; the bubbles were completely even across the cooking surface.
Caraway performs well in real world tests. It cooks even and maintains its temperature when you put cold ingredients in the pan. And, in the beginning, food slides around and releases with ease, making cleanup simple and easy.
Caraway is oven-safe up to 550 degrees fahrenheit. You don't have to worry about the coating degrading or harmful fumes releasing if you accidentally overheat it.
If you're set on buying ceramic non-stick cookware, Caraway is one of the best brands to buy. It's got a modern design, thick and sturdy aluminum base, high heat tolerance, and heats quickly and evenly.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Caraway's manufacturing process releases up to 60% less CO2 into the environment compared to traditional non-stick pans. However, given these pans lose their non-stick properties quicker and have shorter lifespans, you'll end up needing to replace these pans more often which creates more production and more waste.
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
If you plan on broiling, you'll have to use another type of pan because Caraway doesn't offer any broiler-safe cookware.
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Without a doubt, this cookware is attractive. It has a modern design and comes in several colors including navy, sage, red, gold, gray, and cream.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Unlike many non-stick pans, Caraway is heavy and sturdy. The 10-inch frying pan weighs almost 3 pounds. Most aluminum 10 inch pans weigh around 2 pounds.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
the light gray interior allows you to monitor browning and font development better than typically dark colored non-stick coatings
Cites appearance, ergonomics, handle
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
The handle is rounded and super comfortable, but it's not too round so you don't have to worry about it slipping in your hand when you tilt or pour.
Most aluminum non-stick cookware won't work on induction, but Caraway pans have a magnetic steel plate bonded to the bottom making them compatible with all cooktops.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Unlike most cookware reviews, I'm not evaluating Caraway after taking it out of the box and using it for a month. Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
Owned 2 years
The handle does get hot as you get closer to the pan, but there's a small bump on the underside to warn you to keep your hands away from the heat.
Cites base and rim (against), size and capacity, handle
Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.
The sides of the pan are straight, which helps contain ingredients, but without flared rims it's harder to pour liquids or slide food from the pan to a plate. This could be a pro or a con depending on how you plan to use the pan most often.
Non-stick brands like Caraway, Calphalon, and Hestan cost a lot more, and there's no guarantee they will last longer.
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Caraway cookware is made in China, which isn't inherently bad, but if you're looking for locally sourced and locally made cookware, you'll have to find another brand.
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Prudent Reviews was given the product. Stated in the source: “Caraway sent me this pan over two years ago and I've been using it almost every week since then.” Kept and labelled rather than dropped: a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.