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4 voices 15 claims 4 objections
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
and if this is a pan that gets you out of non-stick then my job's done so that's why I'm telling you about these pants today
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Cites induction compatible
if you're on induction I'm leaning this way you know even though I'm a mineral B seller I sell the product this if I'm going to sell something in the future is the way I'm going to go for induction because this is proving itself as the right pan for induction
they now are putting into a plastic bag and coming with a little moisture absorbent um little pillow inside to allow you to get a pan that is basically raw from the factory so seasoning should be a lot easier
performance tested it DEEP DIVE! Testing the New Matfer Carbon Steel Induction Ready Pans
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Cites coating, ease of cleaning, handle, heat control, heat resistance, induction compatible, maintenance, non-stick surface, oven safe, shape and form, warp resistance
and the thing that's great with the matte fur is that the handle can go into whatever temperature into the oven we want
it now is kind of kind of turned like a golden orange color because it's oxidizing a little bit so it's very obvious that that pan is being exposed the raw metal is being exposed to the air
and now the new matte fur come without anything on them they're really nice and easy to clean
but this guy is definitely you know non-stick on there there's no doubt about that right
so looking at these two pans we've got that this was the first time that I ever cooked on them you know that you know nothing's really stuck on here
this guy here behaved a lot better in being at a preheat of 250 previously like I was saying I was at 250 preheat it looked like I got too hot I went down it got too cool and it wasn't a great result this guy's looking quite perfect at the moment sitting at 250
so that's a really nice result right there doing its thing induction burner gets a little bit mad when you do that this guy here same thing so great result okay so definitely that factor of that first cook with a new pan you know seedling that surface definitely helps so our second result here is really great
right now there is zero spinning from this is the one that was abused this is the one that was not and they are not spinning whatsoever
okay so clean and cool cool zero spinning so that is great that cheap what I think is kind of crappy induction cooktop I have been able to make spinners out of other carbon steel with that cooktop um it does make spinners these guys didn't that's a tremendous result so super stoked
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
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
6:01 supports Quality Collapse 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
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Cites handle
Matt fur makes sense if you love no rivets awesome
i bought it in april it's now january so after a few mishaps there's been about six months in between this being a stripped silver pan and now being completely black
durability owns and uses it daily Black Carbon Steel Pan in JUST 6 MONTHS (3 EASY STEPS)
Owned 9 months
Cites seasoning durability
i have a new larger style mat for carbon steel pan here that i got for christmas and i've used about less than 10 times and you can already see the seasoning is developing on it
this guy as we know was the one that got overly preheated at the beginning so it looked like it had like damage but it's not damaged it has discoloration in the middle
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Cites durability, heat resistance
I am a big fan of of the mineral B pen they work extremely well but there's really no difference here you're splitting hairs
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these guys have gone a tiny little bit more blotchy than I'm used to but you know this doesn't really matter seeing the blotchiness is is not a big deal
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Cites appearance (against)
this guy as we know was the one that got overly preheated at the beginning so it looked like it had like damage but it's not damaged it has discoloration in the middle
3 voices 8 claims 4 objections
6:01 supports Quality Collapse not like to buy air in the the mineral B that comes with a beeswax coating that comes off really easily and actually helps with the seasoning process process Matt fur was problematic
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Cites coating, ease of cleaning
of course you know I am a big fan of of the mineral B pen they work extremely well
so it's not like the the buyer mineral B that I have seasoned in the oven but the epoxy handle you can get blistering in the oven too you need to be very very careful with that the mat for no problem
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Cites handle (against), heat resistance (against)
2 voices 11 claims 2 objections
1:30 supports Quality Collapse The best part is that you can get a Lodge 12-inch cast iron skillet that will last a lifetime for under $30.
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Cites durability, price
Besides cast iron skillets, they make enameled cast iron Dutch ovens that perform like Le Creuset but cost much less.
Instead of paying over $400 for a Le Creuset Dutch oven, you can get a Lodge that's made of the same materials and is actually thicker for under $100.
1:30 supports Quality Collapse There are many other cheap cast iron skillets on the market, but Lodge is made in America, has been in business for over a century, and has high quality standards. So you know you're getting a good product.
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Cites build quality, country of manufacture
Their skillets are thick and durable and because they hold heat so well, they're ideal for searing, frying, and baking.
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Their skillets are thick and durable and because they hold heat so well, they're ideal for searing, frying, and baking.
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Cites heat retention
They may not have a perfectly smooth polished surface like some of the expensive artisan cast iron brands, but they perform just as well, and, in my experience, the rougher surface holds seasoning better.
Besides cast iron skillets, they make enameled cast iron Dutch ovens that perform like Le Creuset but cost much less.
Their skillets are thick and durable and because they hold heat so well, they're ideal for searing, frying, and baking.
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Cites build quality, durability, seasoning durability
They may not have a perfectly smooth polished surface like some of the expensive artisan cast iron brands, but they perform just as well, and, in my experience, the rougher surface holds seasoning better.
Instead of paying over $400 for a Le Creuset Dutch oven, you can get a Lodge that's made of the same materials and is actually thicker for under $100.
I can't talk about great quality, low-cost cookware without talking about Lodge.
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They may not have a perfectly smooth polished surface like some of the expensive artisan cast iron brands, but they perform just as well, and, in my experience, the rougher surface holds seasoning better.
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Cites surface finish (against)
2 voices 7 claims 1 objection
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1 voice 10 claims 4 objections
So, the short answer is yes, it definitely is worth buying.
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This pan is not cheap, but if you want non-stick performance without worrying about the surface wearing out, this is worth buying.
Besides these control tests, I've been cooking eggs, meat, and other sticky foods with this pan almost every day for the past four months, and I've tried different combinations of fat and heat. What I found is that butter makes the biggest difference. When I use butter or a mix of oil and butter, the results are…
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Owned 4 months
Cites coating durability, coating durability, durability, ease of cleaning, ease of cleaning, rust resistance, scratch resistance, scratch resistance, scratch resistance, scratch resistance
There were some white marks that looked concerning at first, but it turned out to just be metal dust from the utensils transferring onto the pan. It wiped right off with no permanent damage.
Next, I took a serrated steak knife, attached two magnets weighing 130 g, and rubbed it across the pan 15 times, and there were still no scratches or damage.
After that, I put a heavyduty Scotch-Brite sponge green side down on the pan, placed the 5lb weight on top, and pushed it back and forth 20 times. Again, there was no damage.
After all that, I wanted to see if any of these tests affected the non-stick performance. So, I ran the same egg test again with a half teaspoon of oil and 2 grams of butter. And fortunately, the egg didn't stick at all.
After all three rounds, the Viking showed zero signs of pitting or corrosion.
But the Viking handled the worst case scenario without any damage at all.
The titanium surface doesn't scratch, and after 4 months of almost daily use, it performs exactly the same as day one.
The Viking wipes clean easily with no residue buildup, and because of that, the performance hasn't changed.
The egg slid around with just a shake of the pan. I didn't need to loosen it with the spatula at all.
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Cites searing and crust, even heating, heat control, heat control, non-stick surface, non-stick surface, non-stick surface, non-stick surface
I ran the same test with several other titanium pans and a stainless steel pan, and they all performed well, but Viking was the sickest.
I also cooked pancakes on each pan with a little butter. Viking passed this test easily, as did the other pans.
Without any butter, the pancake didn't stick to Viking, but it did stick a little bit to some of the others.
In terms of evenness, after 2 minutes on medium heat, the gap between the center and the outer edge was only 35°. The average gap for a pan like this is around 80°. Because of this, food browns evenly across the whole surface instead of darkening in the center and staying pale around the edges.
Beyond the numbers, the real world cooking experience has been excellent. It sears well. It cooks evenly edge to edge, and the temperature stays steady. It doesn't get too hot too fast and burn your food, and it doesn't lose heat the second you add something cold. It's a very easy pan to control and it's enjoyable to…
The non-stick performance is excellent.
This pan is not cheap, but if you want non-stick performance without worrying about the surface wearing out, this is worth buying.
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Cites price
It's also just a well-designed and well-balanced pan. It's 2.8 mm thick. It has good heft without being too heavy. The wall height is ideal, and the sloped walls make it easy to toss and flip food.
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Cites ergonomics, ergonomics, size and capacity
For comparison, I ran the same test on a traditional non-stick pan, and the knife cut right through the coating.
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Cites scratch resistance
Finally, I set up a stand mixer so a metal whisk was making firm contact with the cooking surface and let it run on low for 30 seconds. Like the ladle test, there were scary looking white marks that turned out to just be dust from the whisk breaking off. This test did leave behind a faint circular mark that you can…
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Cites scratch resistance
When I use just oil, the results are less predictable. Sometimes the egg releases cleanly, and other times there's some sticking. Oil also tends to flow around the pan, so unless you spread it evenly with a paper towel, there's a chance part of the egg isn't sitting directly over oil.
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Cites even heating (against), non-stick surface (against)
The egg in the Viking pan stuck a little bit in a few areas, but I could still flip the egg without ripping it apart, which was pretty impressive.
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Cites heat retention (against), non-stick surface, heating speed (against)
After 2 minutes on medium heat, the center reached 375° F. That's a little bit slower than most stainless steel pans, but not a big deal. It just means you have to give it an extra minute to preheat.
To test heat retention, I heated it to 400°, took it off the burner, and after 5 minutes, the surface dropped to 125°. It doesn't retain heat like a thick cast iron pan, but that's not what this pan is designed for.
My only minor complaints are that it's not dishwasher safe and the handle angles up more than I'd like, which puts your wrist in an awkward position while handwashing it.
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Cites dishwasher safe (against), handle (against)
Cuisinart MultiClad Pro
1 voice 7 claims no objections from r/BuyItForLife
Cuisinart is best known for its small appliances like food processors and toasters, but their MultiClad Pro cookware collection is one of the best low-cost stainless steel options.
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The handle is an inch longer, the cooking surface is a half inch wider, it has a helper handle, and the sealed edges won't get sharp or delaminate.
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Cites handle
The handle is an inch longer, the cooking surface is a half inch wider, it has a helper handle, and the sealed edges won't get sharp or delaminate.
but my favorite feature is the handle. It has a slight curve and a grove to rest your thumb and get a firm grip.
Unlike rounded handles, this groove prevents the handle from rotating in your hand when you tilt the pan.
The handle is an inch longer, the cooking surface is a half inch wider, it has a helper handle, and the sealed edges won't get sharp or delaminate.
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Cites even heating, heat retention, size and capacity
This collection heats evenly and retains heat just as well as All-Clad, but my favorite feature is the handle.
At $70, the Cuisinart MultiClad Pro 12-inch skillet costs a little bit more than Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad, but it comes with a few upgrades.
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Cuisinart handles have almost the same design as Viking Professional 5-ply, a collection that costs more than twice as much.
And if your budget is under $100 for a fry pan, my top picks are Cuisinart Multiclad Pro, Misen, and Goldilocks. Cuisinart has the most comfortable and secure handle. Misen is the heaviest and sturdiest and has sealed rims. And Goldilocks performs consistently well at a low price.
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Cites handle
Also, the interior walls are polished, and the exterior is brushed with a thin polished ring around the top of the wall. These little details make this pan more functional and give it a higher-end look.
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The handle is an inch longer, the cooking surface is a half inch wider, it has a helper handle, and the sealed edges won't get sharp or delaminate.
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Ninja NeverStick
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Ninja NeverStick is an affordable non-stick collection that’s worth buying for one main reason.
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All those things are great, but the main reason to buy these pans is because they come with a 10-year warranty that covers the performance of the non-stick coating.
The handles are comfortable, and the non-stick coating doesn't scratch easily.
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So if the coating sticks, chips, or flakes when used as directed in the first 10 years, you’ll get a replacement for free. This type of warranty is incredibly rare.
On top of that, Ninja NeverStick pans are pretty cheap. The 12-inch fry pan is only $50.
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You can find cheaper non-stick pans at TJ Maxx or Home Goods, but none of them come with a 10-year performance warranty.
The thick, hard-anodized aluminum body heats evenly and holds heat well.
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Cites even heating, heat retention
The handles are comfortable, and the non-stick coating doesn't scratch easily.
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Tramontina Professional collection
1 voice 4 claims 1 objection
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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Like every non-stick pan, the coating will eventually fail, but at $40, you get solid performance and great value.
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The handle on this pan is about 2 inches longer than average, and it has a removable silicone sleeve that gives you a safe and comfortable grip and prevents the handle from getting hot.
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The handle on this pan is about 2 inches longer than average, and it has a removable silicone sleeve that gives you a safe and comfortable grip and prevents the handle from getting hot.
Like every non-stick pan, the coating will eventually fail, but at $40, you get solid performance and great value.
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Farberware Classic collection
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Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad
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The Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad collection performs like All-Clad, but it's less than half the price.
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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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The Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad collection performs like All-Clad, but it's less than half the price.
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It's almost identical to the Henckels Clad H3 collection, but it's made in Brazil instead of China, the walls are slightly shorter, and the edges are noticeably smoother.
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Henckels Clad H3
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Instead of paying $200 for the All-Clad D3 12-inch pan, you could get a set of Henckels Clad H3 that includes a 10 and 12-inch pan for $80.
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Henckels is best known for its kitchen knives, but they also make two low-cost cookware collections that are worth buying. The first is called Clad H3.
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And based on my testing, the performance of these Henckels pans is similar.
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The construction and features are almost exactly the same as All-Clad D3.
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Hestan NanoBond
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Made In enameled cast iron
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4:01 supports Made In® works for this brand My tip for you for enamel cast iron is that it's a little bit slower to respond to heat than stainless or carbon steel. It's going to take a little longer to preheat, and once it's hot, it's going to stay hot.
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4:01 supports Made In® works for this brand I actually like to keep them out at all times because they give such a nice pop of color to my kitchen.
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4:01 objects Made In® works for this brand My tip for you for enamel cast iron is that it's a little bit slower to respond to heat than stainless or carbon steel. It's going to take a little longer to preheat, and once it's hot, it's going to stay hot.
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Henckels Paradigm
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So, if you're looking for a low-cost alternative to HexClad, this is a great option.
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They're essentially the same thing as HexClad but at a much lower price. The HexClad 12-inch pan is $150, but you can get a Henckels Paradigm 3-pan set for just $89.
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I tested Henckels Paradigm against HexClad, and the differences were minor.
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I recently tested six of the highest-rated cast iron skillets on the market, and according to my tests, Smithey is the best overall. It had the best heat retention, the smoothest non-stick surface, the widest pour spouts, and one of the better-designed handles.
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Fissler Original-Profi
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Xtrema pure ceramic stovetop pan
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Lodge Essential Enamel
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Made In dutch oven
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Made In CeramiClad
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Made In stainless pan
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