Finex cast iron skillet vs Smithey cast iron skillet

Name: Smithey cast iron skillet
Brand: Smithey

The Finex cast iron skillet and the Smithey cast iron skillet, shown the same way from the same evidence rules. There is no verdict at the bottom. The axes below are separate measurements and the objections are listed in full for both.

Finex cast iron skillet

38 quoted claims about the Finex cast iron skillet from 6 voices.

Domain authority

6 recommenders, weighted by demonstrated expertise in cast iron skillets. Weighted by expertise in this category, never by audience size.

0.20

Independent consensus

6 independent voices across 6 sources. How many independent voices converge, unweighted.

0.27

Long-term ownership

1 dated ownership report, median 2 years. Volume and length of dated first-hand ownership reports.

0.07

Performance

13 performance claims. Claims about how well it does the job.

0.27

Value

no value claims yet. Claims about what it costs relative to what it does.

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Repairability

1 repairability claim. Claims about whether it can be maintained or rebuilt.

0.00

Community breadth

all evidence from a single community so far. How many distinct communities converge, rather than one echo chamber.

0.00

Recency of evidence

most recent evidence from 2026. How recent the evidence is. Old evidence is not wrong, just older.

0.36

Objections raised

12 negative claims, mostly performance and ergonomics. Weight of negative claims. High is not bad: it is well-documented.

0.48

These are separate measurements, not components of a score. They are never added together, and there is no overall rating, because which of them matters depends on what you are buying the thing for. A dash means no evidence on that axis yet, not a low result.

4:01 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

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

appearance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

BBQ and Bottles was given the product. Stated in the source: “the brands who sent these skillets out to us free of charge and we're not being paid for this review video” 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 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

10:03 supports Kent Rollins Chef

but something that it did do was it bonded seasoning really well first trip but folks it always takes seasoning back to it it always holds it well and it always performs well

performance tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites seasoning durability

6:02 supports Kent Rollins Chef

it is a great piece of cast iron to me really if you're sitting on the table full of something to eat and you want to make a statement and you set this out there that is a statement piece it is

appearance tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites appearance, handle

you want to make a statement this is the piece I mean a great different unique design that I've never seen on a piece of cast iron and the handle I mean it is the talking point of the kitchen but also the dining table because this thing is fancy enough to serve right out of it is

4:31 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

but it actually prevents this handle from warming up no matter how long we've cooked for using this skillet this handle won't get hot at all

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites heat resistance, lid, shape and form

now going to the finex you might not see an obvious spout but because of this octagonal shape that they have to the pan you can actually use any of these edges as a pour spout and you won't get anything that drips out so that's a pretty cool feature there

so the finex comes with a lid you don't have to worry about fumbling around and finding a lid that will fit that shape

2:31 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

you rub your finger just along the base of the skillet there that is absolutely smooth just like glass

performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites heating speed, surface finish

not surprisingly because the field and the finex were actually the lightest pans they heated up the fastest and in that initial three or so minutes on the burner we actually got both of those up to around 320 to 325 degrees while the smithy and the lodge only heated up to 200 in the case of the smithy and 225 in the…

8:36 supports Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

so overall this number 10 has done wonderful it's held up seasoning really well it's cooked really well besides that small little defect with my time that it tends to warp I've had no issues and uh as you know as I said it cooked my breakfast beautifully and I'm happy with it so two years it's done great I'm happy and…

best in class owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites seasoning durability

7:02 supports Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

the the finex is taking the cake i mean look at that not really sticking that much so that is going to be a win for the finex on the stick test

performance tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites non-stick surface

0:30 supports Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

this is the finex 12-inch obviously and it's got a really good looking handle

appearance tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites appearance, handle

so overall appearance i got to give it to the 5x for the win it's just a better looking skillet i mean it just looks beautiful not that this is a bad looking skillet but when it's next to this bad boy it's like miss america next to miss county or you know

5:31 supports Kent Rollins Chef

look at this handle right off the bat I'm thinking a little different it is different but it's going to be cooler because it's got these coils and they're going to release some of that heat before it gets back to your finger

handling tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites handle, heat resistance

5:31 supports Kent Rollins Chef

this thing to me is what I call the perfect thing to make cornbread in or pie in but also it will do anything else at any of the rest of these Skillets

use-case fit tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites versatility

12:04 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

but these are all heirloom pieces that will last for generations to come

durability tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites durability

2:03 supports Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

okay guys so now let's just talk about the cooking performance of this Skillet of the finex number 10 and I'm not disappointed because I've done a lot of things I've done gravies I've done um like uh searing a steak and then making a sauce with deglazing using wine beef stock or chicken stock you know and things like…

performance owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites acid resistance, heat retention, seasoning durability, versatility

you know yes the seasoning does take a hit but it bounces back right away and then it's back to its seasoned Glory even seasoning

but that's just pretty much the only downside to these Skillets they they cook beautifully they work beautifully they're heavy enough to retain a good amount of heat but they're not too heavy to the point that they're just over you know like overwhelmingly heavy

8:02 supports Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

if you're just somebody that needs the best of the best then yeah go for the finex

recommendation tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

0:00 supports Woodwork Tattoo & Gallery

i gotta say opening the box i was so impressed with just how appealing it was and how heavy it was lifting and out like this is a legit murder weapon you could take down sand squash with it anyways uh you got to set this thing down nice and slow you can't be slamming it down it's got some grit to it but look at that…

appearance owns one FINEX 10" SKILLET: Best Birthday Present Ever

Cites appearance, handle, weight

11:33 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

I also noticed that it rusted on the bottom inside the engravings, which didn't happen with any of the other skillets.

durability tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites rust resistance (against)

6:35 objects Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

one of the cons about the finex Skillets and probably one of the biggest downsides to them is the fact that there is nothing you can specifically do with the spring handle and the end cap uh to where you can remove it so that way you can have um you know the ability to season that cast iron shaft that is you know for…

repairability owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites repairability (against)

0:00 supports Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

so with that said guys this video is going to be about finex cookware and specifically my number 10 which is now two years that I've had it two years that I've owned it and used it as you can see the seasoning has developed really well not completely jet black but we'll get into the specifics right now

durability owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Owned 2 years

Cites maintenance, seasoning durability

to be honest it holds up really well um it's not difficult to maintain it's not difficult to keep seasoned and and honestly the more you use it the more you cook with it the better it does become and that's just something that I love about Finance they're not they're easy to maintain they're not hard and the seasoning…

8:02 supports Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

so personally obviously i own both now but um i'm gonna stick with the finex because for what i use it for it tailors to my needs for for my youtube channel uh just makes the videos it brings a little better production quality

use-case fit uses it professionally $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites appearance

2:00 supports Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

so this is the 5x these are fairly heavy finex weighs in at seven pounds nine ounces

handling tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites handle, weight

so that's actually you can hold it with your hand um it is fairly hot down here but again it's manageable with your hand

1:00 supports Woodwork Tattoo & Gallery

anyways like i said pan cleans up super easy this is after just some hot water in that cook and uh yeah it's gorgeous

performance owns one FINEX 10" SKILLET: Best Birthday Present Ever

Cites ease of cleaning

11:33 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

The handle is also very thick, round, and smooth, so the skillet can rotate in your hand when you're tilting it, especially with a towel or an oven mitt.

handling tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites handle (against)

11:03 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

Heat retention was toward the lower end of the group and it warped slightly, but not enough to cause noticeable wobbling.

performance tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites ease of cleaning (against), handle (against), heat resistance (against), heat retention (against)

But when I heated it in a 400°ree oven to see how quickly the handle cooled, it was still too hot to touch after 15 minutes. And it wasn't any cooler than a regular cast iron handle.

And because the coil isn't removable, grease and moisture can collect underneath it around the cast iron shaft, and it's difficult to clean and dry.

10:32 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

The shape is mostly just for looks, but it actually works well for pouring. Instead of dedicated pour spouts, the corners give you multiple places to pour from, and in my test, they performed great with no spilling.

performance tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites base and rim, handle, heat resistance, non-stick surface

The smooth cooking surface also performed well in the egg test, although I wish the inner walls were smooth.

In my stove top handle test, it performed well and stayed cooler than most of the skillets.

10:32 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

The FINEX is made in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, and it's easily the most distinctive looking skillet in the group. It has an octagonal shape, a smooth cooking surface with rougher inner walls, and a stainless steel coil wrapped around the handle.

appearance tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites appearance

10:33 objects Kent Rollins Chef

we have arranged these from lightest to heaviest first Marquette field Lodge Stargazer and finance

handling tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites weight (against)

9:33 objects Kent Rollins Chef

next is finex to me when it came it was smooth but maybe not as smooth as the Marquette nor the Stargazer

performance tested it Don't Buy a Cast Iron Skillet Without Watching This! Which Cast Iron Brand is Right for You?

Cites surface finish (against)

8:02 objects BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

now what you'd also expect is that the heavier panes would retain their heat better and that's exactly what happened if we look at the field in the finance they both lost between 180 to 185 degrees fahrenheit over a 15 minute period while the lodge in the smithy only lost 80 to 75 degrees fahrenheit

performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites heat retention (against)

8:06 supports Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

but that's just pretty much the only downside to these Skillets they they cook beautifully they work beautifully they're heavy enough to retain a good amount of heat but they're not too heavy to the point that they're just over you know like overwhelmingly heavy

handling owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites handle, weight

not only that but the the way the handle is positioned as well it does help you lift up the pan it gives you a leverage in order for you to lift it up and not have such a hard time

3:04 objects Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

the only issue that I have is that for some reason now I don't know if this is all the number tens if the number tens experience this or if it's just mine but mine tends to warp from time the time and it'll you know develop a concave obviously going downward so then it starts to spin and then it's not every single…

durability owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites rust resistance (against), warp resistance (against)

so if you actually soak your pan and that's what was going on in the beginning with me I would soak my pans scrub them and use soap sometimes not always but sometimes and I would you know rinse them with hot water and and then that I couldn't dry the shaft for the handle and that would stay moist or or something of…

3:01 objects Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

inside dimensions we have looks like 10 inches on the lodge and nine and a half on the finex so cooking surface wise the lodge wins the cooking surface game because it's a bigger cooking surface than the 12 inch

performance tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites size and capacity (against)

1:00 supports Woodwork Tattoo & Gallery

i didn't need an oven mitt or anything for the pan until the very end when the handle started heating up a little bit so that handle goes a long way

handling owns one FINEX 10" SKILLET: Best Birthday Present Ever

Cites handle

11:34 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

if you really prioritize design maybe you go with the finex

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

Cites appearance

4:31 objects BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

now the actual coil piece it starts a little bit back from the pan you'll see you've got this little cast iron nub here and so when you're gripping the part that is cool it does make the pan feel a little bit heavier just because the leverage is back

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites weight (against)

3:31 notes BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

the weight of the finax was 7.7 pounds the smithy came in heaviest at 8.6 the field and company was the lightest at 5.6 pounds and the lodge was the second heaviest at 8.1 pounds

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites weight

you compare it to the finex you compare it to the smithy you really notice that you're holding a heavy cast iron pan

2:34 objects Luis J. Cookware Reviewer

you know yes the seasoning does take a hit but it bounces back right away and then it's back to its seasoned Glory even seasoning

performance owns and uses it daily Cast Iron Wednesday: 2 Year Review of the Finex No. 10 Skillet

Cites acid resistance (against)

7:32 notes Noah Klein Cooking YouTube

they both cooked about the same they both heated up about the same they both have about the same weight

performance tested it $300 Cast Iron Skillet vs $20 (Finex vs Lodge)

Cites heating speed

11:03 mixed Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

Heat retention was toward the lower end of the group and it warped slightly, but not enough to cause noticeable wobbling.

durability tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites warp resistance

10:32 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

although I wish the inner walls were smooth. it would give it a much cleaner look.

appearance tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites appearance (against)

Smithey cast iron skillet

35 quoted claims about the Smithey cast iron skillet from 7 voices.

Domain authority

7 recommenders, weighted by demonstrated expertise in cast iron skillets. Weighted by expertise in this category, never by audience size.

0.39

Independent consensus

7 independent voices across 8 sources. How many independent voices converge, unweighted.

0.37

Long-term ownership

1 dated ownership report, median 2 years. Volume and length of dated first-hand ownership reports.

0.13

Performance

13 performance claims. Claims about how well it does the job.

0.25

Value

4 claims about price relative to what it does. Claims about what it costs relative to what it does.

0.09

Repairability

no repairability claims yet. Claims about whether it can be maintained or rebuilt.

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Community breadth

2 distinct communities. How many distinct communities converge, rather than one echo chamber.

0.13

Recency of evidence

most recent evidence from 2026. How recent the evidence is. Old evidence is not wrong, just older.

0.51

Objections raised

7 negative claims, mostly performance and durability. Weight of negative claims. High is not bad: it is well-documented.

0.43

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

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

5:32 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

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.

best in class tested it Best Non-Toxic Cookware? I Tested All-Clad, Made In, Le Creuset & More

Cites base and rim, handle, heat retention, non-stick surface

10:33 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

If price is not a factor, Smithey is the best overall skillet.

best in class tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet? I Tested Lodge, Smithey, Field, Stargazer, & Calphalon

Cites ergonomics, heat retention, non-stick surface

4:31 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

At 105°F, Smithey had the best heat retention, followed by Lodge Classic, Stargazer, a tie between Lodge Chef Collection and Calphalon, and finally, Field, which had the lowest temperature.

performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet? I Tested Lodge, Smithey, Field, Stargazer, & Calphalon

Cites heat retention, heating speed, non-stick surface

3:31 supports Valerie Li Stack Cookware Reviewer

Fast math, Hannah, but you get what you pay for. It's a beautiful, highly functional pan.

value tested it Cast Iron vs Enameled Cast Iron: Which is Better? | Gear Heads

Cites appearance, versatility

11:34 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

but for us i actually really like the smithy and the reason for that not just the fact that it's really smooth but i love the extra weight to me it's not a big deal and that's the whole reason that we're cooking with cast iron is to get that thermal capacity and i also love the fact that the lid doubles as a griddle…

best in class tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites surface finish, versatility, weight

3:31 supports Julia Chef

If you want a really nice cast iron skillet, check out the Smithey Ironware number 12 for $200, or for the best buy, check out the Lodge 12 inch cast iron skillet for just $43.

recommendation tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

Cites price (against)

3:01 supports Adam Cookware Reviewer

It was super stick resistant, easy to season, easy to clean, testers loved this pan.

performance tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

Cites ease of cleaning, non-stick surface, seasoning durability

14:04 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

I've used Smithey for over 2 years, and it's still one of the pans I reach for the most.

durability owns and uses it daily I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Owned 2 years

Cites durability

14:04 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

If you want a skillet with a smoother surface and a more high-end design, and you don't mind spending more to get it, Smithey and Made In are my two favorite premium options.

best in class owns and uses it daily I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites appearance, non-stick surface

8:02 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

In my tests, it heated slower than some of the thinner skillets, but it retained heat really well.

performance tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites heat retention, non-stick surface

The smooth surface also performed perfect in the egg test. The egg released immediately and slid around the pan without sticking.

2:00 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

Because of that, it's the best overall handle.

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet? I Tested Lodge, Smithey, Field, Stargazer, & Calphalon

Cites handle

12:04 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

but these are all heirloom pieces that will last for generations to come

durability tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites durability

9:02 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

similarly you can see on the back here they pay homage to that right with a stamp on the bottom of your skillet which is pretty cool i like that

appearance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites appearance

it's not to say that these other skillets don't look nice they absolutely do i love the smithy you got some nice touches here with this bird imprint their logo right on the handle you've got nice little touch finishing touches up here beautiful stamps on the back of these so it's not that these skillets don't look…

2:31 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

you're gonna go across the smithy here same you don't feel any bumps at all

performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites heat retention, surface finish

now what you'd also expect is that the heavier panes would retain their heat better and that's exactly what happened if we look at the field in the finance they both lost between 180 to 185 degrees fahrenheit over a 15 minute period while the lodge in the smithy only lost 80 to 75 degrees fahrenheit

3:31 objects Hannah Buy It For Life Enthusiasts

This pan by Smithey is around $200 compared to the Lodge's, $44 a quarter of the price.

value tested it Cast Iron vs Enameled Cast Iron: Which is Better? | Gear Heads

Cites price (against)

3:01 supports Hannah Buy It For Life Enthusiasts

You can see right here this pan is really smooth to the touch, whereas this one is a little rougher.

performance tested it Cast Iron vs Enameled Cast Iron: Which is Better? | Gear Heads

Cites surface finish

1:00 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

But if you're looking for a classic cast iron skillet with thick walls that retains heat incredibly well and gives you that perfect sear on meat, you're better off with a brand like Smithy or Lodge.

recommendation Field Company Review: Best Lightweight Cast Iron?

Cites heat retention, searing and crust

3:31 supports Julia Chef

And both of these winners are made in the U.S.

reliability tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

Cites country of manufacture

3:01 objects Adam Cookware Reviewer

It was not, however, inexpensive. It was $200.

value tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

Cites price (against)

3:01 supports Adam Cookware Reviewer

Look at that surface, it's beautiful.

appearance tested it The Best Cast-Iron Skillets

Cites appearance

7:32 supports Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

The cooking surface is nearly as thick as the Lodge Classic, but the sidewalls are much thinner, so you still get a substantial base without the unnecessary weight in the walls.

handling tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites build quality, handle, weight

The handle is shorter than Made In and Stargazer, but the wide flat shape is comfortable and it gives you control when tilting.

5:32 mixed Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

It's heavy and expensive, but it will last a lifetime, so it's worth the investment.

value tested it Best Non-Toxic Cookware? I Tested All-Clad, Made In, Le Creuset & More

Cites durability, price (against), weight (against)

6:33 supports Uncle Scott Beginners

A smiddy. Uh, very smooth on that Smitty.

appearance tested it Field Cast Iron Review: Egg Problems & Great Gratins

Cites surface finish

7:32 objects BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

not surprisingly because the field and the finex were actually the lightest pans they heated up the fastest and in that initial three or so minutes on the burner we actually got both of those up to around 320 to 325 degrees while the smithy and the lodge only heated up to 200 in the case of the smithy and 225 in the…

performance tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites heating speed (against)

5:01 supports BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

i don't notice a ton of difference between these three all of them have nice rounded edges so that when you're holding the pan your handle isn't actually digging into your hand that much so i don't notice much of a difference across these skillets but the finex is really a standout in this category

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites handle, lid, shape and form

you'll see both the smithy and the lodge have pour spouts built right into the sides so you can pour anything out either side whether that's something that you're cooking in the pan that you need to pour out or whether that's the residual grease from a cook so that's really handy

same with smithy comes with a designated lid

8:32 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

One thing to know about Smithey Made In and some of these other skillets with smooth cooking surfaces is that the seasoning can be harder to build evenly at first. It can look blotchy or fade in spots, but over months of cooking, it gradually darkens and evens out.

durability tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

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

8:32 mixed Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

In the warp test, the center bowed outwards slightly after heating, but the heat ring kept it from extending far enough to make the skillet wobble. so it stayed stable on the cook top.

durability tested it I Tested Every Cast Iron Skillet, These Are the Best & Worst

Cites base and rim, warp resistance

7:02 objects Prudent Reviews Cookware Reviewer

The three with the smoother surfaces, especially Smithey and Stargazer, tend to get blotchy, and their seasoning fades, especially when cooking on high heat.

durability tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet? I Tested Lodge, Smithey, Field, Stargazer, & Calphalon

Cites seasoning durability (against)

3:31 notes BBQ and Bottles Cooking YouTube was given the product

the weight of the finax was 7.7 pounds the smithy came in heaviest at 8.6 the field and company was the lightest at 5.6 pounds and the lodge was the second heaviest at 8.1 pounds

handling tested it Best Cast Iron Skillet - Review of Finex, Smithey, FieldCo and Lodge

Cites weight