Cookware reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 255 Reddit reviews across 19 subreddits and 69 posts to rank the best Cookware brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/cookware, r/Cooking, r/BuyItForLife, r/moderatelygranolamoms, r/Costco. Top-rated brands include All-Clad (4.9/5), Demeyere (4.8/5), Tramontina (4.5/5).
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Subreddits19
Posts69
Brands67
Products55
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#1
All-Clad
4.9
(48)
"All Clad: the creme la creme, best out there"
"Another All Clad/Homegoods fan here. Treat them well and they’ll last a long time."
"I just replaced my 15 year old 12 " anolon hard anodized pan with an All Clad one."
"I recently replaced one of them with an All Clad & I LOVE IT."
"All-Clad is the most recommended brand of stainless steel cookware."
"Get an All-Clad 10" c-3 or c-5 sauté pan, a 6" non-stick... get enameled cast iron lodge or le cruset casserole and Dutch ovens."
"All clad 2 qt saucier (rounded bottom)..."
"All clad 4 quart soup pot..."
"All Clad stainless steel and be done with your pan search for life."
"I would highly recommend them, heavy for their size but a joy to cook with."
#2
Demeyere
4.8
(21)
"Yeah, Demeyere have been great. Expensive but perform well."
"I would be heartbroken when my demeyer set would get stolen or my vanstall set. I love them equally."
"In my family we use Demeyere and de Buyer cookwares. Pass them from a generation to another and sometimes buy a new one if really needed."
"Personally I prefer demeyer Atlantis to all clac."
"We have a set of Demeyere and we will never have to replace it."
"Demeyere if it's within your budget."
"It will outlast your kids kids kids."
"Demeyere being mentioned because it checks your boxes."
"Demeyere FTW…. It’s all I use on mine."
"Both are top of the line, very high quality options."
#3
Tramontina
4.5
(21)
"Tramontina. Their nonstick commercial frying pan has held up very well over the years and is super affordable."
"I've had the Tramontina for over 10 years and it's been great, easily 90% of the quality of All-Clad."
"We got new pans when we got an induction stove. Bought the Tramontina--very happy with the set."
"I use Tramontina for work on induction - they’re fabulous! I was quite surprised."
"Tramontina is a commonly recommended brand that’s reasonably affordable."
"I bought a 12 piece set of Tramontina through Costco and I love it."
"You can't beat the value of Tramontina from Costco, it's ridiculously cheap."
"Tramontina is less pricey than all clad or made in, and just as good."
"I love Tramontina! Its heavy, well made and high quality but doesnt cost an arm and a leg."
"I got the tramontina set a couple of years and have been loving it."
#4
Cuisinart
4.2
(18)
"Love my Cuisinart multiclad pots and pans."
"I would save on something else and definitely buy the multiclad if I was you - this cookware is often compared to All Clad for a reason - just look at the reviews - solid."
"I cannot recommend it enough."
"They work very well with my induction cooktop."
"Cuisinart cookware"
"I would get triple ply stainless steels pots and pans. Something like Cuisinart Multicl."
"If you have been happy and satisfied with Cuisinart why not choose them again."
"Is comparable to MadeIn and AllClad."
"I have All Clad saute pans and Cuisinart Multiclad for sauce and stock pots."
"They are still very nice and perform well."
#5
Lodge
4.7
(10)
"If you’re in the USA, Lodge cast iron cookware is an unbeatable value."
"Get a good quality cast iron pan and cast iron dutch oven. They'll last not just her lifetime, but your kids and grand kids as well."
"Logde cast iron skillet for searing steaks."
"Start with some Lodge cast irons."
"As a youngster on a budget I got a lot of mileage out of a Lodge cast-iron combo-cooker."
"Cast iron and lose your fear of oils. Lodge cast iron skillet or griddle with some butter makes great non-stick eggs."
"Lodge cast iron is significantly cheaper than any non-stick or ceramic and will last beyond 100 years if cared for properly."
"For cast iron, lodge is descent. works well."
"If you’re in the US, I’d recommend that you give a cast iron pan a try."
"A logde classic cast iron skillet would be slightly better for searing"
#6
Made In
4.6
(10)
"2nd vote for Made In. I have the whole set and I love it. Great value and quality."
"I bought several Made-In pieces 2 years ago and love them."
"We use Made In. They are fantastic."
"Have you checked out 'Made In' - I have two pieces from them and love them."
"Made In makes a mean stainless steel skillet with a lifetime warranty."
"Look into Made In. Great quality (comparable to All Clad) with a great price."
"I've got a Made In saute pan, saucier, and stockpot that I'm pretty happy with so far."
"We went top of the line 🙈 Made In, an Italian brand."
"I really like the brand Made In."
"I use a Made In and it’s great as well."
#7
Le Creuset
4.7
(7)
"Come with a lifetime guarantee."
"Le creuset pots x"
"Le creuset is a wonderful gift…. She will love it."
"Le Creuset, some ancient Tramontina, Silga and a couple random other SS pans are all perfectly happy on my induction cooktop."
"The Cast iron frying pan, almost any brand will do."
"They’ve worked very well."
"Le Cruiset does some great stainless steel pans."
#8
Fissler
4.7
(6)
"Have sealed rims."
"I received my Fissler set when I moved out of home in around 1994, still in perfect condition."
"I’m in Australia and have Fissler profi. It’s not cheap in Australia but they’ll outlive me."
"Incredible quality, German made."
"I'm weighing up between a Fissler set or maybe something from Demeyere."
"Performs really well (particularly on induction)."
#9
Stainless Steel
4.5
(6)
"I recently purchased a long-lasting stainless steel cookware set that I am immensely satisfied with."
"Anything stainless steel."
"Stainless steel is the best."
"Stainless steel is great for acidic foods and should be your first choice."
"Get a nice stainless steel fry pan or saucier pan."
"If you want something that will last for a long time and can handle acidic food."
#10
All-Clad D3
4.3
(6)
"Our All Clad D3 look new, and they are 15+ years old. I highly recommend them."
"All Clad D3 is the best, hands down, and is worth the investment for a 12" skillet."
"I use AllClad D3 regularly. I really like their frypans but I'd be hard pressed to argue that they are great bang for your buck."
"All-Clad D3 is super sturdy and heats really evenly, so things don't burn in spots."
"I bought a few pieces of All-Clad D3. They’re great."
"If they’re very thick they could distribute heat on the bottom better than All-clad D3 and Cuisinart MCP, which are fully-clad and 2.6 mm thick"
#11
Carbon Steel
4.3
(6)
"Carbon steel pans are great."
"I have a carbon steel pan since a year in addition to my SS pan and it is a perfect companion."
"For frying pans, going from teflon to SS is quite the adjustment for stickiness. I would recommend going to carbon steel for pans."
"What about adding a carbon steel pan, they are even more adorable."
"Go to the restaurant supply and get some carbon steel."
"I recommend a combo of carbon steel for eggs and other delicate foods."
#12
Misen
4.2
(5)
"Misen: sealed rims, excellent quality, prices, and customer service, not made in USA."
"Misen = 3mm thick, usually a better bargain than high end brands, their sets have sauciers."
"I second the recommendation for Misen! I have admittedly not had mine "for life" yet -- I only bought my pans 3 years ago -- but I cook pretty often and so far they've held up great."
"Misen. like all clad. direct to consumer."
"I think Misen is really solid value for the price."
#13
Dutch Oven
5.0
(4)
"If I could get only two pieces I'd go with the 6.75 qt DO and the 3.5 at sauteuse."
"I haven't met a person who doesn't love their Wide Round Oven."
"6.75 wide round is the better than its parents love child of a DO and a braiser."
"From your list I’d go with the 6.75qt oval."
#14
All-Clad D5
5.0
(3)
"I have a full set and a single All-Clad D5 saute pan. The set was the same price as the single All-Clad. I like the Cuisinart just as much for everyday use."
"I have the All Clad D5. Love them. They heat evenly. They worked well on my gas stove, and when I switched to an induction stove, they still perform great."
"The best? D5 all clad . They are the standard."
#15
Hestan
5.0
(3)
"Hestan. Fully clad with rolled edges, making it dishwasher safe."
"I went Hestan."
"I personally went with hestan"
#16
Heritage Steel
5.0
(3)
"Herritage steel eater frypan for general frying."
"I agree Heritage Steel is the way to go - US made and family owned."
"Any good quality stainless cookware should be able to handle,that - buy Heritage Steel range then you get 5 ply and made in the USA."
#17
Staub
5.0
(3)
"If you’re looking for Dutch ovens, go with Staub."
"If it's a Staub or Le Creuset enameled dutch oven, that's a pretty nice gift if she's into cooking."
"Staub Dutch Oven - Not cheap, but will outlive you if you take care of it."
#18
Cuisinart Multiclad Pro
4.7
(3)
"Cuisinart MCP is easily the best bang for your buck. They've got great features and great quality for a surprisingly low price."
"I’ve got to give a shoutout to the Cuisinart Multiclad Pro series. It’s way easier on the wallet and honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if mine outlasts me."
"Cuisinart Multiclad Pro feels a bit lighter and is easier to handle for quick cooking sessions – not as pricy either, so it's a good value."
#19
Cast Iron
4.7
(3)
"Cast iron. It’s not a secret."
"Cast iron"
"An enameled cast iron Dutch oven adds depth & oven versatility."
#20
Viking
4.3
(3)
"I picked up Vikings 12" and an 8" stainless sautée pans from Home Goods for about $25 for the pair, and I love them."
"I like Viking as they are on the lower cost point and are very comparable to All-clad."
"Viking cookware is also made in the USA, specifically in Greenwood, Mississippi."
#21
All Clad
4.3
(3)
"Not from Costco but All Clad tri ply Stainless Steel or 5 ply S/S is the best."
"I bought All Clad 10 years ago and add a piece every now and then."
"All clad and Made In are good but going from Teflon to stainless steel is an adjustment."
#22
Kirkland
4.0
(3)
"We went stainless steel last year and I have no regrets. We bought a Kirkland set and it’s been good."
"You can even get the house brand from costco which is kirkland."
"Costco sell a Kirkland set that’s stainless steel with copper core."
#23
Tramontina Pro Series
5.0
(2)
"I have a Tramontina professional nonstick frying pan that I wouldn't trade for anything."
"Tramontina pro series are excellent and affordable"
#24
Scanpan
5.0
(2)
"Anything Scanpan is great."
"Scanpan are good and they have pots and pans that will work on induction."
#25
Darto
5.0
(2)
"Darto n30! 😄 A fantastic choice for carbon steel."
"Darto n30! A fantastic choice for carbon steel when it comes to steak and ground beef."
#26
Demeyere Atlantis
5.0
(2)
"Demeyere Atlantis are a dream to use. They are so thick and heavy there is almost nothing they can’t do."
"I’ve been using Demeyere Atlantis for a while now, and I absolutely love it."
#27
Zwilling
5.0
(2)
"We got a set from Zwilling about 10 years ago as a wedding present, and it all still looks perfect!"
"We got a set from Zwilling about 10 years ago as a wedding present, and it all still looks perfect!"
#28
Farberware
4.5
(2)
"They cook beautiful too."
"I've always used Farberware. I've had our current pots since around 2011 and they're still going strong."
#29
De Buyer
4.5
(2)
"SO much better to cook on than stainless."
"If you like carbon steel (which is relatively no-stick with proper seasoning), then De Buyer or the new version of Matfer."
#30
Paderno
4.5
(2)
"Paderno 9 inch carbon steel (bitchin Julia child omelettes!)"
"Canadian Tire has made in Canada Paderno stainless steel cookware, which likely comes from Meyer in PEI."
#31
KitchenAid
4.5
(2)
"They are 5 ply and I dishwasher them often with no known issues."
"I have a KitchenAid set I bought from Amazon in 2011 that are still in regular use."
#32
Calphalon
4.5
(2)
"We switched from non stick to these about 3 months ago and have been incredibly content with them."
"I LOVE the set I have, just wanted to switch out to stainless steel."
#33
Meyer ProClad
4.0
(2)
"Thier Proclad is roughly equivalent to D3, but the Copper Clad actually has a thicker conductive layer than most AllClad lines."
"Meyer ProClad and Super Steel are a great price and made in canada. Work great on my induction range."
#34
OXO
4.0
(2)
"I have an OXO one (but I think before they changed how they made them), but before that I've also had good luck with Calphalon."
"Budget category = T-Fal, mid range = OxO, high end = Anolon Nouvelle Copper."
#35
T-fal
3.5
(2)
"Budget category = T-Fal, mid range = OxO, high end = Anolon Nouvelle Copper."
"I like T-Fal."
#36
Braiser
3.5
(2)
"I cook to have leftovers and the 5qt braiser is perfect, not too large or not too small."
"I wouldn’t go braiser. It’s shallow and I only use it as a big skillet."
#37
GreenPan
3.0
(2)
"I like Green Pan and Lodge Cast Iron for pans and any stainless steel pot (Induction approved) will work for sides and boiling water."
"I don't find them to be that great."
#38
ScanPan
5.0
(1)
"I've been using my ScanPan Haptiq nonstick for like 5 years and its in perfect condition."
#39
Matfer Bourgeat
5.0
(1)
"Per an America's Test Kitchen rec, bought a Matfer Bourgeat carbon steel pan a few years ago and it has easily turned into my daily all arounder."
#40
Revere
5.0
(1)
"They are amazing."
#41
Emeril
5.0
(1)
"It’s all basically like new."
#42
Kitchen Aid
5.0
(1)
"I make breakfast a lot in our house and use a Kitchen Aid stainless steel skillet."
#43
Vollrath
5.0
(1)
"Vollrath is the best."
#44
Capital Kitchen
5.0
(1)
"I've had an induction hob for about ten years, and the Capital Kitchen brand from Stevens/Farmers have been by far the most reliable."
#45
MadeIn
5.0
(1)
"Love my MadeIn soucepan"
#46
Falk
5.0
(1)
"For pots, Falk's signature (or copper core for induction compatibility+easier maintenance) lines are probably the best."
#47
Demeyere Atlantis Proline
5.0
(1)
"The pans I reach for most often are from Demeyere (Atlantis/Proline and In"
#48
Silga Teknika
5.0
(1)
"My favorite stainless steel pains are from the Silga Teknika line."
#49
Stainless Steel or Cast Iron
5.0
(1)
"Stainless steel or cast iron cookware are great options for cooking up delicious and large meals safely!"
#50
All-Clad HA1
5.0
(1)
"The All-Clad HA1 pans are pretty good. I take care of mine, (no metal tools, hand washing, proper storage, and no high heat) and they last me at least 5 years with every day use"
#51
Sur la Table
5.0
(1)
"I just got both my new induction range and I got my pans from Sur la Table!"
#52
Wagner
5.0
(1)
"I cook my tomato sauce in my #12 Wagner all the time."
#53
Henckels
5.0
(1)
"Henckels stainless steel set from costco would be my choice."
#54
Cuisinox
5.0
(1)
"I found a brand called Cuisinox at a local kitchen store, and they've served me well for over a decade."
#55
Chef's Classic
4.0
(1)
"If ceramic cookwares is go buy from Chef's Classics"
#56
Chef’s Classic
4.0
(1)
"Bought this set from Chef’s Classic and so far ok naman. Glad I bought it nung nagsale. Mas ok to kesa sa nonstick and it works well sa induction cooker namin."
#57
Amazon Basics
4.0
(1)
"Astonishingly high quality."
#58
Anolon
4.0
(1)
"It’s reasonable and it takes a beating."
#59
Ninja
4.0
(1)
"I've just ordered a 2 pack of 24cm&28cm Ninja stainless steel ZEROSTICK frying pans."
#60
Henckels Capri Granitium
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been happy with Henckels’ Capri Granitium line."
#61
Avacraft
4.0
(1)
"I have an Avacraft stainless saucepan that held up great and was pretty affordable."
#62
IKEA
4.0
(1)
"IKEA!!! They have a thick base. Very hard to beat the price, plus it comes with a 15 years warranty."
#63
ASD
4.0
(1)
"I've been using a brand called ASD i got from SM Dept Store. I think it's one of the cheaper brands of stainless steel cookware."
#64
Goldilocks Core Starter Set
4.0
(1)
"Goldilocks = Great bang/buck for a core starter set"
#65
IMUSA
4.0
(1)
"IMUSA brand aluminum cookware. It's very affordable and you can beat (or burn) the bejeezus out of it without damaging it."
#66
Heritage Steel Eater-X
4.0
(1)
"Heritage Steal = Made in USA, nice prices on their Eater-X series"
#67
Chantal
4.0
(1)
"I bought a set of Chantal pans. Good so far."
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