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What 36 cooks actually recommend among cookware

200 quoted claims about cookware from 36 named people across 60 long-form sources, covering 55 products , 36 of them raising objections. Every claim links to the second it was said.

What cookware do particular groups recommend?

Cohort pages restrict the same cookware evidence to one group at a time. Authority is scoped to cookware, never to how large someone’s audience is.

Why do cooks recommend cookware?

The attributes cooks cite most often about cookware, counted from the reasons attached to each claim rather than read out of the prose.

Which cookware do cooks actually recommend?

The cookware below are ordered by how many independent voices are on record about each one — a count of evidence, not a rating. Products without their own page have not yet cleared the evidence threshold for one.

Lodge cast iron skillet

Le Creuset dutch oven

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Along with Misen, Le Creuset handles have the widest openings.

handling tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More

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Cites ease of cleaning, handle, heat resistance, lid, weight

Because of that and the lightweight design, it's by far the easiest Dutch oven to pick up, wash, and store.
The lid has ridges that prevent a spoon from slipping off
the knob has a wide top and a thick stem, which makes it easy to grip and control
In my test, both knobs stayed cooler than most other brands, but the plastic knob barely heated up at all.
the plastic knob barely heated up at all
I love Le Creuset's color options, lightweight design, and large handles.
I love Le Creuset's color options, lightweight design, and large handles.
1:00 supports Liz Cookware Reviewer
all four ovens scored a perfect 10 out of 10 for heat retention and evenness of cooking

performance tested it Amazon Basics vs Lodge vs Staub vs Le Creuset Dutch Ovens

Cites even heating, heat retention, non-stick surface

the L cruset Lodge and stove have a non-stick enamel finish over the interior and exterior of the pots Amazon does not have enamel but instead is pre-seasoned lay cruset and Lodge each scored Perfect 10 out of 10 however we did notice some veggies sticking to the bottom of both the stove and Amazon dutch ovens while…

Matfer carbon steel pan

23:46 supports Cook Culture Cookware Reviewer was given the product
so you know Matt fur I would give you know a big big thumbs up I think they're tremendous I love that they have non-vivided handles onto the pans the shape of them of course are ideal I really enjoy that they the handles don't have epoxy on them and they can easily just go straight into the oven they're great

recommendation tested it DEEP DIVE! Testing the New Matfer Carbon Steel Induction Ready Pans

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really happy with these map for pans I would say to me for good carbon steel that's a 10 out of 10. I would highly highly recommend them
3:31 supports Lisa Cookware Reviewer
I loved this pan so much that when I was testing it, before I was even done, I was like, "I want this pan," and I ordered one for myself, which I never do. So I've had mine for several years and I love it. I cook in it all the time.

durability owns and uses it daily Are Carbon Steel Pans Really The Best? | Gear Heads

Smithey cast iron skillet

6:32 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product
what i want to point out with the smithy is that the lid actually doubles as a skillet or a griddle and that i think is really really cool so it not only is this a lid so if you're baking bread or any other recipe that you're making that actually needs a lid you've got one but if you want to make smash burgers which…

use-case fit tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

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Cites versatility

2:30 supports Adam Cookware Reviewer
In the end, it was one of these pans from a smaller producer that took the top spot. This is the Smithey Ironware number 12.

best in class tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

All-Clad stainless pan

2:00 supports David Chang Chef paid by this brand
what I'm most excited about this pan is that it's an all clad this is one of the very few things that America produces that is like Best in Class

best in class uses it professionally, daily Momofuku's David Chang Reveals What You Need in Your Kitchen | GQ

David Chang paid by this brand. Stated in the source: “I feel like one of those Hair Club for Men guys it's like not only do I like sponsor this like I use it myself” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

Cites build quality

Demeyere Atlantis

10:33 supports Jed works for this brand
but wherever you are in the world search it out get your hands on it try it out you know invest in one piece and i know you will not have any regrets

recommendation tested it Why I believe that Demeyere makes the best cookware in the world

Jed works for this brand. Stated in the source: “i sell atlantis from proline because i believe it's the best quality cookware so you know if you buy from me wonderful thank you i appreciate that” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

5:01 supports Jed works for this brand
this stainless steel disc is two millimeters of copper that is sandwiched by silver so silver and copper in the center of this aluminum disk the conductivity to this is unparalleled it's ridiculous

performance tested it Why I believe that Demeyere makes the best cookware in the world

Jed works for this brand. Stated in the source: “i sell atlantis from proline because i believe it's the best quality cookware so you know if you buy from me wonderful thank you i appreciate that” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

Cites base and rim, build quality, heat conduction, heat control, heating speed

this is two separate pieces that are bonded together that have the base and the upper shell and the marriage here is absolutely perfect
so cast doesn't absorb energy as quickly as atlantis atlantis really is amazing how fast
so using the cookware makes you a better cook so that's a big bold claim for me to to make but it just does
if i'm using a lower quality piece of cookware and i'm using a piece of atlantis things may take a little bit more time things don't react so incredibly quickly in a piece of atlantis so i need to be more patient but the balance to that is that things turn out so incredibly well all the time
so that's the big big advantage of why you would spend money on atlantis and on proline is that it gives you that nice buffer things happen more slowly heat kind of moves through the pan up and down at a slower rate and you don't find all of a sudden you've gone from kind of browning to burning it just doesn't happen…

Heritage Steel cookware

13:34 supports Christopher Scott Buy It For Life Enthusiasts
I can honestly tell you that the first time my wife and I cooked on the Heritage steel pans there was a flavor component that we had been missing for the last 18 19 months while using hexclad the crust the my art effect the golden brown whatever you want to call it that we are getting out of these pans for our food is…

performance owns and uses it daily Our Journey From Hexclad to Stainless Steel

Cites ease of cleaning, flavour impact

and then if there are moments where you get some food stuck on your pan it h for us so far they have scraped off very easily just with a silicone spatula or with a wooden spoon
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It's one of the best values because it performs similarly to All-Clad, but it's less expensive, has a titanium-strengthened cooking surface, and because of the grinding and polishing they do by hand, the edges are noticeably smoother.

value tested it Is Heritage Steel the Best American-Made Cookware? My Honest Review

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Cites price

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Based on my testing, it's one of the best stainless steel brands on the market.

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Staub dutch oven

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I also appreciate the flat lid design, which lets you rest a spoon on top or add ice to make the lid cold and quickly turn steam back into liquid before it can escape.

use-case fit tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More

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Cites availability, lid

Staub offers 10 different sizes and 15 colors - only one other brand, which I'll talk about next, offers more colors.
Staub's flat self-basting lid is fantastic
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The enamel finish is flawless, and the whole pot has a truly high-end look and feel, as it should at this price point.

appearance tested it Best Dutch Oven? I Tested Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge & More

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Cites appearance, coating

The enamel finish is flawless, and the whole pot has a truly high-end look and feel, as it should at this price point.
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with Staub, the construction quality is outstanding

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Cites build quality

Demeyere Proline

10:33 supports Jed works for this brand
but wherever you are in the world search it out get your hands on it try it out you know invest in one piece and i know you will not have any regrets

recommendation tested it Why I believe that Demeyere makes the best cookware in the world

Jed works for this brand. Stated in the source: “i sell atlantis from proline because i believe it's the best quality cookware so you know if you buy from me wonderful thank you i appreciate that” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

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so the proline and the atlantis cookware from demeyer is my absolute favorite stainless steel cookware in the world and i'm going to tell you why

best in class tested it Why I believe that Demeyere makes the best cookware in the world

Jed works for this brand. Stated in the source: “i sell atlantis from proline because i believe it's the best quality cookware so you know if you buy from me wonderful thank you i appreciate that” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

Cites build quality

so proline is the frying pan line of the highest n line of cookware from de meyer it is a seven layer cookware which starts getting into like the upper upper end of all stainless steel cookware

Hestan CopperBond

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this is a review of the Heston copper bond 10 piece set the most premium cookware I have ever cooked with

best in class tested it Hestan CopperBond Cookware Set Review

this is definitely my dream cookware set

Mauviel M'Heritage M200CI

All-Clad 10-piece cookware set

Field cast iron skillet

1:00 supports Big Lew BBQ & Other Things I Want to Do! Collectors was given the product
and i'm impressed with it really really nice skill skillet only about six pounds guys

handling tested it Field Company No. 10 Skillet Follow Up Review

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Cites base and rim, handle, shape and form, weight

i will say when i dump the potatoes out that first day i'm gonna dump the shrimp creole out um not shrimp creole what they'll make shrimp a two-fade right um and the gravy from the pork chops and stuff i'm gonna dump the leftover out uh that did well because it's real thick
also this is kind of nitpicky but i've got an induction stove and both skillets that i have my other number 12 skillet same size bottom they fit on that burner that over there that i use my number 10 skillet on but with the other one since this sides flare out i've got to kind of duck under and look to see if it's…
i really like the handle the handle doesn't look that cool on youtube every video i saw that and even looking at it on the camera it doesn't look as cool as it is in real life it feels awesome i just love the way this handle feels maybe it's because i got big hands whatever i like the way this handle feels that handle…
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folks and your family will fight for this frying pan at your funeral

durability tested it Field Company No. 10 Skillet Follow Up Review

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Cites acid resistance, durability, seasoning durability

skillet was easy to clean that night too and just getting some more good seasoning layer on there with that skillet
i was already trusting the seasoning coat to use acidic foods like lemon butter uh they were delicious and all that fond on the bottom of the pot went into my shrimp a2 faders a pound of shrimp a little more than a pound of shrimp in there also a can of rotel tomatoes but you can see the seasoning on the bottom was…
i've used it as much as i can look how black it is came sort of charcoal gray did get a little bronze that first day or two but it blackened up real quick it's as seasoned as i've ever had a skillet i've only had it a week
but look how easy it seasoned in one week it's not that charcoal gray color it's black all right almost like a mirror finish

Heritage Steel Titanium Series

5:01 objects was given the product
I can't picture myself recommending the titanium series to really anyone in 20124

recommendation tested it Heritage Steel Review: Pitting the Titanium Series vs the Brand New Eater Series

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The third and final difference between these pans is the cooking surface: the Eater Series has an industry standard 18/10 stainless steel cooking surface, but the Titanium Series has a 316Ti steel, which is an alloy that's reinforced with titanium to help it resist pitting.

durability tested it Heritage Steel Titanium vs. Eater Series: Is the Pricier Pan Better?

Cites build quality, country of manufacture, durability, rust resistance

Overall, these are two high-quality pans that are made in America. They're both durable, well-made, high performing, and will last a lifetime.
3:30 objects was given the product
the titanium series their Flagship line had misaligned rivets that would easily catch food and some pretty gapy Lids both those are issues that are not super common in this product category

reliability tested it Heritage Steel Review: Pitting the Titanium Series vs the Brand New Eater Series

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Cites build quality (against), lid (against)

Hestan NanoBond

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Hestan and Heritage Steel had marks that looked similar, but when I ran my finger over them, they were completely smooth. There were no grooves or any real damage.

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Cites rust resistance, scratch resistance

Hestan had minor rub marks similar to the spatula test, but the surface underneath was completely smooth.
Viking, Hestan, and Our Place had no damage.
Hestan, Heritage Steel, and Taima all had noticeable circular rub marks, but no actual scratches.
The titanium pans didn't show any signs of pitting.
I've been using this pan for years and the performance is fantastic.

HexClad pots and pans

1:33 objects Tried Tested and True
So, I did that and like they're just stained. They're stained on the outside. They're stained on the inside. And I know that I can like go get some Barkeeper's Friend or some pink stuff and get probably like a Scrub Daddy and like really scrub it down and they'll look fine. However, why do I need to do all that when…

durability owns and uses it daily I Hate my Hexclad: 18 month update

Cites appearance (against), coating durability (against), ease of cleaning (against), hygiene (against)

The coating on my Hexclad pots and pans is chipping away. Like I said, I'm not aggressive with these. I'm not putting harsh cleaners on there. I'm not using like a wire mesh brush or anything on here. I'm just like boiling water. It's chipping off and getting into the food.
especially because the pots I only use to like boil water and like why are they chipping? It's been less than 2 years and they should not be chipping. This is totally unacceptable.
3:03 objects Tried Tested and True
The pan gets hot enough to be able to get the results that I'm after. I can't get a really nice sear on the pan at medium or even medium high heat. That's just personally my experience. That's probably not everyone's experience, but for me, I just feel like I really like a really crispy, solid sear, and that is…

performance owns and uses it daily I Hate my Hexclad: 18 month update

Cites non-stick surface (against), searing and crust (against)

I still have yet to ever be able to cook eggs in a hexcloud pan without them sticking. It's been 2 years and I, like I said, I'm not an incompetent chef. Like, I cook every single day. I make eggs every single day and I just cannot get them to like not stick. I don't care if I put two tablespoons of oil in there,…
2:03 objects Tried Tested and True
And then now, like 2 years after the fact, like on their website and on other videos, it says to use like something a little bit more abrasive. So, like, which one is it? I I just don't like the mixed messaging there.

reliability owns and uses it daily I Hate my Hexclad: 18 month update

Cites maintenance (against), safety (against)

This is probably the biggest thing that irks me about my Hexcloud purchase is that at the time they were labeled or sold or marketed as non-toxic. When I got home and I did a little bit more research, I came to find out that they actually do in fact contain PTFE.

Le Creuset cookware set

Made In Stainless Steel

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So is Made In cookware worth buying? In my opinion, yes.

recommendation tested it The Truth About Made In: My Honest Review After 3+ Years

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Made In is not cheap, but it's significantly less expensive than brands like All-Clad, Demeyere, and Hestan.

value tested it The Truth About Made In: My Honest Review After 3+ Years

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Cites country of manufacture, price, warranty

Fortunately, they offer a generous 45-day return policy so if you get it in the mail and you don't like it you can return it.
But the best part about Made In is that the prices are fair. It's not the most affordable brand, but for quality fully-clad stainless steel cookware that's made in the United States and Italy, it's an excellent value.
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If you're looking for lightweight pans, you'll be disappointed. Made In pans are built solid with thick heavy walls. The 12-inch fry pan weighs over three pounds.

durability tested it The Truth About Made In: My Honest Review After 3+ Years

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Cites build quality, durability

It's exactly what you want in stainless steel cookware. It heats up fast and evenly, retains heat well, has large comfortable handles, an attractive brushed exterior, and it's built to last.

AGA cast iron pan

14:04 supports Adam Byatt Buy It For Life Enthusiasts was given the product
I now own a hundred of them and we've had them for over 15 20 years which they look like we've had them 15 20 years but yeah they're they're a brilliant pan

durability uses it professionally, daily 35 Years of cooking equipment - What I use everyday

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Owned 15 years

Cites durability

13:34 supports Adam Byatt Buy It For Life Enthusiasts was given the product
I just felt they were like the perfect size to make a one pot dish and they the the heat retention was brilliant in them.

use-case fit uses it professionally, daily 35 Years of cooking equipment - What I use everyday

Adam Byatt was given the product. Stated in the source: “they gave me these pans to cook on and I really loved cooking in them” Kept and labelled rather than dropped — a paid endorsement is still evidence, and you should be the one to decide what it is worth.

Cites heat retention, size and capacity, versatility

we tried making a tat tatan in them and um there on in we only made tat tatan in these pans
we use them for all sorts for cooking pieces of meat cooking fish cooking tatans cooking all sorts of stuff but I'm a real fan of these Arga cast iron pans
13:34 supports Adam Byatt Buy It For Life Enthusiasts was given the product
I guess actually one of the most important pans in our armory are these these little um cast iron solid heavyweight Arga pans. These are actually Arga pans.

recommendation uses it professionally, daily 35 Years of cooking equipment - What I use everyday

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Demeyere Atlantis Proline

Fissler Original-Profi

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The Fissler Original-Profi had only a 4° difference between the center and the edge. That's not just better than every pan in this group—it's the most even heat distribution I've ever measured, and I've tested over 60 brands.

best in class tested it Best High-End Cookware? Fissler vs. All-Clad vs. Demeyere

Cites even heating, heat retention

However, there is now a new benchmark. After 5 minutes, the Fissler Original-Profi was still at 176°F—17° hotter than Demeyere.
If you're looking for a stainless steel pan that heats evenly and retains heat well, Fissler Original-Profi is the best you can buy.

Heritage Steel stainless steel cookware

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so it's our job to help promote these sorts of Brands to the people that may not know so help me in promoting Heritage still cookware I think it's absolutely tremendous this check out their website I put the links and everything to them below

recommendation Why I believe Heritage Steel makes the best USA made Stainless Steel Cookware

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so I want to introduce you to what I think is the very best American-made stainless steel cookware made [Applause] today so this is Heritage steel cookware what I think is the best American made stainless steel cookware made today

best in class Why I believe Heritage Steel makes the best USA made Stainless Steel Cookware

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Cites build quality, coating, country of manufacture

what makes them the best in my opinion is that they do not and they will not use coated material to make their pans nonstick
these guys as far as I can tell are the only manufacturer in the states that are doing this they are the only ones that are standing behind the quality of their cookware and not then having to put training wheels on it
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they make an extraordinarily High high quality five ply cookware that works as well or maybe even better but definitely in the realm of as well of any of the better highquality stainless steel cookwares in the world

performance Why I believe Heritage Steel makes the best USA made Stainless Steel Cookware

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Cites build quality, coating, safety

they will not put a toxic wasteful material onto their stainless steel cookware they don't believe that it makes for better cookware
these guys are like nope it's not going to go that way our cookware is such high quality that if you use it the way it's intended you're going to use it Su successfully and I believe that

Viking PureGlide Pro

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Viking and Our Place had some white marks that looked really concerning, but it turned out to be metal dust from the ladle transferring onto the pan. It wiped right off with no permanent damage.

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Cites rust resistance, scratch resistance

Viking had zero scratches or damage.
Viking, Hestan, and Our Place had no damage.
Viking and Our Place both had scary looking white marks, but it was just dust from the whisk breaking apart and transferring onto the pan. I rubbed it off both surfaces.
The titanium pans didn't show any signs of pitting.
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Viking performed just like a non-stick pan. The egg slid around with just a shake. I didn't need to nudge it with the spatula.

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Cites non-stick surface

Viking performed surprisingly well. There was a little sticking in a few areas, but I could still flip the egg without ripping it apart.
Viking, Our Place, and Taima all performed great.
Viking, Our Place, Heritage Steel, and Taima had no sticking at all.
I've been cooking with it a lot outside of these tests, and it performs perfect every time with very little grease.
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I'm a big fan of the Viking PureGlide Pro. It looks like a non-stick pan. It cooks like a non-stick pan, but it didn't get damaged in any of my scratch tests.

recommendation tested it Is Titanium Cookware a Scam? I Tested 5 Pans to Find Out

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Cites non-stick surface, scratch resistance

All-Clad Copper Core 5-Ply

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We love the All-Clad Copper Core 5-Ply for excellent heat transfer and remarkably even cooking without any special maintenance, with the copper mostly hidden away at the core.

recommendation tested it Equipment Review: The Best Copper Skillets

De Buyer carbon steel pan

Heritage Steel Eater Series

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These handles are similar to Made In handles, except they fork right before the body of the pan to disperse heat and keep the handle cool.

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There's a small bump underneath to warn you when your hand is getting too close to the heat.
I strongly prefer the flatter design of the Eater series handle because it's less likely to rotate but is still comfortable.
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I haven't had any issues with pitting with the Eater Series, so while that is an advantage for the Titanium Series, it hasn't become an issue with the other pan.

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Cites build quality, country of manufacture, durability, rust resistance

Overall, these are two high-quality pans that are made in America. They're both durable, well-made, high performing, and will last a lifetime.

Hestan ProBond TITUM

Le Creuset Signature 11 3/4 inch iron handle skillet

Le Creuset cast iron Dutch oven

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overall I'm really really impressed with this Lake cruset Dutch oven it's really durable it's incredibly versatile and honestly I think it's just a great value for how high quality it is

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I bought this Lake cruset cast iron Dutch oven about 4 years ago and while it has become one of the most used items in my kitchen there is definitely one really big thing I think everyone should know before getting it first off the quality of this loret Dutch oven is amazing I've used it hundreds if not thousands of…

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Cites build quality, coating durability, crazing, durability

now the one thing I was worried about before getting it was how durable it would be but the enamel is actually resistant to dulling staining chipping and even cracking

Made In saute pan

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The other thing that mattered was the height of the sides. These are about two and a half inches.

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Cites handle, shape and form

The third thing we really loved was this low handle. It was a nice level handle and it was comfortable to grip. Has this little bit of a dent in it that really helps you grab it when you're pouring out sauces and things. It actually stays rooted in your hand.
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They're both made of stainless steel and they're fully clad. So they have stainless steel, aluminum and stainless steel sheets that are bonded together before the pan is made. So you get nice even cooking with no hotspots.

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Cites even heating, heating speed, size and capacity

This one really did stand out from the pack because it had a few things that we loved. One is that the cooking surface is nice and broad. This is really important because if it's too narrow meat is crowded when you're browning it. So this broad cooking surface really did matter. Greens cooked quicker because they…

Matfer copper frying pan

Our Place Titanium Always Pan Pro

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Viking and Our Place had some white marks that looked really concerning, but it turned out to be metal dust from the ladle transferring onto the pan. It wiped right off with no permanent damage.

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Cites rust resistance, scratch resistance

Our Place had a slight scratch mark, but nothing major.
Viking, Hestan, and Our Place had no damage.
Viking and Our Place both had scary looking white marks, but it was just dust from the whisk breaking apart and transferring onto the pan. I rubbed it off both surfaces.
Our Place also made a loud grinding sound during the test, which was alarming, but there was no real damage underneath.
The titanium pans didn't show any signs of pitting.
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Taima, Our Place, and Heritage Steel also didn't stick at all.

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Cites non-stick surface

The biggest surprise was the Our Place pan. Even though I didn't add any oil or butter, the egg did not stick. I had to be careful with the spatula, but once I got under it, the egg lifted up cleanly. Up until now, the only pans that have done that in my testing are traditional non-stick pans, and they usually have to…
Viking, Our Place, and Taima all performed great.
Viking, Our Place, Heritage Steel, and Taima had no sticking at all.
but you can't deny the performance. The non-stick properties are impressive.

Taima Titanium

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Taima had no noticeable marks at all.

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Cites rust resistance, scratch resistance

Hestan, Heritage Steel, and Taima all had noticeable circular rub marks, but no actual scratches.
The titanium pans didn't show any signs of pitting.
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Heritage Steel and Taima didn't hold up as well. Both had significant scratches.

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Cites scratch resistance (against), warp resistance (against)

Heritage Steel, Taima, and the stainless steel pan all came out with noticeable scratches.
I measured it at 2 mm, and after a few uses, it warped and spun on my cooktop.

Amazon Basics pre-seasoned cast iron Dutch oven

Cuisinart MultiClad Pro

Demeyere saucepan

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this pan it desperately desperately needs a helper handle, which it does not have. So, the pan is already quite heavy, and if you got it full of water or liquid, that can weigh up to 5 kg, and it's very difficult to maneuver this with just one hand.

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Cites handle (against), weight (against)

Finex cast iron skillet

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first i want to talk about the finex it has this beautiful coiled steel handle and the reason for that is this coil design not only does it look great

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Cites appearance, handle, shape and form

and you can actually see right here on the back of the pan they've got a really nice design that pays homage to that origin
now the next thing i want to compare is just the overall style or aesthetic of these skillets and the standout for me is going to be the finex there this octagonal shape i think looks really great i love the steel coiled handle it's just something really unique that sets that skillet apart from the others

Great Jones oval Dutch oven

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While it looks nice, it's not nearly as functional as a traditional circular knob. You can only fit two fingers, which makes it difficult to lift and control the heavy lid.

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Similarly, I'm not a fan of the looped side handles. Compared to the other Dutch ovens, the design is very basic, and they're not long enough to comfortably fit four fingers.
the Great Jones lid handle is a deal-breaker for me

Heritage Steel Titanium

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Hestan and Heritage Steel had marks that looked similar, but when I ran my finger over them, they were completely smooth. There were no grooves or any real damage.

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Cites rust resistance, scratch resistance

Hestan, Heritage Steel, and Taima all had noticeable circular rub marks, but no actual scratches.
The titanium pans didn't show any signs of pitting.

Hestan frying pan

Le Creuset enameled cast iron skillet

Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

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the lodge 6q enameled cast iron Dutch oven is a versatile and durable piece of cookware known for its ability to retain and distribute heat evenly

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Cites even heating, non-stick surface, ease of cleaning, even heating, heat retention

all four ovens scored a perfect 10 out of 10 for heat retention and evenness of cooking
the L cruset Lodge and stove have a non-stick enamel finish over the interior and exterior of the pots Amazon does not have enamel but instead is pre-seasoned lay cruset and Lodge each scored Perfect 10 out of 10 however we did notice some veggies sticking to the bottom of both the stove and Amazon dutch ovens while…
while the lodge was a pretty quick cleanup there was some Browning we noticed from the oven that didn't come out when cleaning taking it down to a 7 out of 10

Lodge Dutch oven

Lodge enameled cast iron Dutch oven

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I'm going to give this guy a 90% thumbs up on the pro side.

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But I am glad I have one of them in my Battery Deuisine now. They crank out a ton of delicious food. I think they have a nice look and design. They're made in America.
Um, I really like mine. I'm giving it a 90% thumbs up.

Made In 10-piece cookware set

Made In carbon steel pan

Marquette cast iron skillet

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My overall pick for just best in design is I'm gonna have to go with the Marquette just because of the way it feels in my hand and the way that I know it performs and the two poor spouts

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Cites ergonomics, handle, seasoning durability, shape and form, surface finish

if we had to pick a winner on a handle that was most comfortable to your hand it would be the Marquette
next we're going to go to Marquette this review not long ago to me this was the smoothest Skillet coming to me of anyone that I got out of the bunch
so my overall winner for seasoning is eeny meeny miny mo is going to be the Marquette because to me it had the smoothest glossiest finish when I got it and accepted seasoning the easiest

Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel frying pan

Misen 7qt Dutch oven with grill pan lid

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The grill pan lid retained the most liquid of all nine Dutch ovens I tested

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Cites moisture retention

the ridges on the grill pan lid collect and redistribute moisture evenly over the pot

Onine titanium lined pan

Stargazer cast iron skillet

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let's take a look at the harom meter also called The Homer at certain Swanky steakhouses that cook their RI eyes in at least a full stick ofat butter it's showing 4.9 Stars oh that's a great rating

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Strata carbon steel pan

Tramontina Professional collection

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While I'm a fan of the Tri-Ply Clad collection, Tramontina is best known for the Professional collection, which was named the best non-stick pan by The New York Times.

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Tramontina cast iron skillet

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and this one is very high quality. So, if you need a cast iron skillet, this one is a great choice.

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What do cooks say about cookware in general?

Claims about cookware that name no single product — technique, materials, what to look for. Still evidence, and often the claims that decide a purchase.

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so you're paying a premium for clad cookware no matter what the brand is and then you're putting in non-stick coat on it and that non-stick coating wears out full stop you can't have non-stick coating that lasts it just wears out

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Cites coating durability (against)

but if you put a non-stick finish on it it will wear out in months maybe a couple of years
but I have seen countless amounts of cookware that somebody has paid a 100 bucks 200 bucks 300 bucks for and they've had it for like really a handful of months and they've tried to do all different types of cooking high heat and all different types and they've ruined the pan
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these pans are built to last they will last your generation your kids generations you can pass them down to your great grandchildren and they'll still be around and still working great as long as you take care of them these things are meant to take a beating from my years of cooking we use cast iron pans and carbon…

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Cites coating durability, durability, repairability

these pans are built to last they will last your generation your kids generations you can pass them down to your great grandchildren and they'll still be around and still working great as long as you take care of them these things are meant to take a beating from my years of cooking we use cast iron pans and carbon…
if you do for some reason scratch the coating off your pan and leave a big gouge in it don't worry it's not the end of the world all you need to do a little secret here all you need to do is cook with it that's it as you cook with it the oils are going to polymerize back to the pan and rebuild up that scratch piece…
your pan is rusted that's it it's over pans ruined throw it out get a new one no all you need to do is give it a good cleaning scrub all that rust off heat it up re-season your pan and continue cooking with it that's it hand recovered
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But I can tell you with 100% certainty that if I was going to start my pan collection over again today, it would be made of three [music] pans. A 10-in stainless steel skillet, a 4Q pot, and a 12-in non-stick pan.

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But I can tell you with 100% certainty that if I was going to start my pan collection over again today, it would be made of three [music] pans. A 10-in stainless steel skillet, a 4Q pot, and a 12-in non-stick pan.

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But I can tell you with 100% certainty that if I was going to start my pan collection over again today, it would be made of three [music] pans. A 10-in stainless steel skillet, a 4Q pot, and a 12-in non-stick pan.

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But it is worth the effort to learn how to cook on stainless steel [music] or cast iron or carbon steel than to always cook on nonstick because nonstick, it doesn't matter [music] if you spend $1,000 on your non-stick pan or $20.
But it is worth the effort to learn how to cook on stainless steel [music] or cast iron or carbon steel than to always cook on nonstick because nonstick, it doesn't matter [music] if you spend $1,000 on your non-stick pan or $20.
But it is worth the effort to learn how to cook on stainless steel [music] or cast iron or carbon steel than to always cook on nonstick because nonstick, it doesn't matter [music] if you spend $1,000 on your non-stick pan or $20.
So, do yourself a favor and get into something that is stainless steel because it is easier to get into than carbon steel or cast iron [music] and it's going to make you a better cook and it will last you a lifetime.
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And when you're investing in quality, remember the number one most important rule. You do not need to buy a set. Period.

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And I want to start this by emphasizing the same rule we have for pans applies to knives. Do not buy a set. [music] You don't need it. Plain and simple.
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But if you get quality stainless steel, it's going to last you and your children's lifetime and probably far after.

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Cites durability

Just like your pots and pans, buying a quality [music] knife is going to last you a lifetime.
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Or if you get a non-stick, yeah, that you're going to have to replace.

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That non-stick pan is going to need to get replaced within a [music] year of good use, guaranteed.
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the non-stick pans that you buy are gonna gradually become less and less non-stick. So the great steering that you can get in this pan and its ability to become more and more naturally non-stick makes this a favorite here at The Test Kitchen. All of our Test Cooks love this pan and we love to use it. In fact, we kind…

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Cites coating durability, heat retention, maintenance, non-stick surface, versatility

As we saw with the burgers, the carbon steel pan has certain traits that really make it a great all-around pan. It definitely has that nice heat retention and heat transfer of a cast iron pan. It has that nice release of a non-stick pan. This is a great all-around pan, does almost anything you want it to do, it's…
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We showed you how the cookware brands you used to trust now coat cheap aluminum with Teflon that flakes into your food within 3 years.

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Cites coating (against), heat resistance (against), safety (against)

Those chemical coatings are fragile. You cannot use metal utensils. You cannot get them too hot. And no matter how careful you are, within 3 years, the coating scratches and flakes off.
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Retains a lot of the properties that we love in cast iron, this ability to retain heat and really put a nice sear on food, but it's much easier to handle.

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Cites ergonomics, heat control, safety, ease of cleaning, even heating, heat retention, non-stick surface

Other secret of this pan is its ability to become naturally non-stick. So the smooth grain of this takes to seasoning a little faster than cast iron and it becomes very rapidly non-stick when you season it. And you can cook in it with just a little bit of fat, and food will just come right out. So if you're really…
Stainless steel or, in particular, a fully clad pan where there are layers of stainless steel, aluminum, and stainless steel is really known for its ability to make even, uniform heat. The aluminum transmits heat very quickly, stainless steel much more slowly. The stainless retains it so it spreads, and you get this…
In the carbon steel, I think we got the sort of Goldilocks moment. You get this really beautiful golden brown crust that is deeply brown, and nice, and crusty. Inside is nice and pink. And you really get this nice contrast between the brown crust and the cooked interior that is nice and juicy. So I thought it was a…
When we were done, there was almost nothing in the pan. It was just, I wipe it out, rinse it out, and we're good to go.
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How your grandmother's pans lasted 40 years, but yours die in two.

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Cites coating (against), durability (against), rust resistance (against)

They have thin enamel that chips the first time you drop the lid. The cast iron underneath is rough and porous. After 1 year of use, the enamel cracks and moisture seeps into the iron causing rust spots that leach into your food.
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The stainless steel pan had noticeable scratches that I could feel with my fingernail.

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Cites rust resistance (against), scratch resistance (against)

Heritage Steel, Taima, and the stainless steel pan all came out with noticeable scratches.
The stainless steel pan ended up with circular scratches that were deep and I could feel with my fingers.
The stainless steel pan had small dark spots starting to form, and at first I just thought this might be mineral buildup, so I cleaned it with vinegar and Bar Keepers Friend. But the spots didn't come off. They hadn't corroded through the surface yet, but it was the beginning of pitting.
After the second and third rounds, more spots appeared on the stainless steel pan. And when I zoomed in, I could see that they were actually starting to eat into the steel. When I rubbed them with my fingernail, I could feel the indentation.
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so as I said before a stainless steel pan will last for Generations it just goes on and on and on it's as good as as an iron pan for that matter when it comes to longevity and durability

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Cites durability

so as I said before a stainless steel pan will last for Generations it just goes on and on and on it's as good as as an iron pan for that matter when it comes to longevity and durability
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Copper is the fastest cookware material for heat transfer. It's more than one and a half times as fast as aluminum and about 25 times faster than stainless steel.

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Cites heat conduction, heat control, heating speed, searing and crust, shape and form, size and capacity

When you place it on the heat, a copper pan heats up very quickly. And when the flame is turned down it cools fast too. This responsiveness to the stove's heat settings gives you excellent control, and it's what makes copper cookware a pleasure to use.
Our top-rated pans offered plenty of cooking space, Low flared sides, they just make it easier to reach under food with a spatula and they help moisture evaporate so food browns more quickly.
All right, I have to admit that while I loved cooking in copper skillets, their performance only slightly outpaced the pan we already recommend, which is the all-clad stainless 12 inch fry pan with lid.
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First, a broad cooking surface. We preferred pans that offered at least 10 inches of flat cooking surface.

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Cites handle, shape and form, size and capacity

That extra height is really necessary for containing hot oil and food, such as when frying donuts and shallow frying chicken.
but we preferred those with wide broad loops that we could really hang onto, especially when wearing oven mitts
Generally though, we recommend buying a 12 inch skillet if you can. It's always good to have the option of a bigger pan for recipes of different sizes
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Artisan makers often cast their to have thinner sides, but a thicker bottom which cuts down on the total weight of the pan, but keeps that heat retention capability.

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Cites heat retention, non-stick surface, surface finish, weight

Most artisan makers will also take the time to hand polish their pan surface, which makes it naturally non-stick much faster than a mass produced pan.

What kinds of cookware are there?