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176 reviews from r/Cooking, r/cookware, r/BuyItForLife and 17 more subreddits
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#1
Lodge
4.7
(19)
"Lodge cast iron pan with handles, or 4 q Dutch oven."
"Recommended."
"We've found a bunch of great pans for cheap."
"You can have a great big killer skillet for under $40."
"Easy to cook with and clean once you learn basics. will last hundreds of years."
"Logde Classic cast iron skillet."
"Lodge cast iron and dutch oven."
"Lodge cast iron is what I started with."
"Cast iron also works very well. Malnatis sells their pans - you can find them cheaper online."
"Lodge 12” cast iron, just learn to season the pan and it’ll be nonstick for life."
#2
All-Clad
4.8
(17)
"All clad stainless steel, le creuset or staub enameled cast iron ovens."
"Absolute workhorse."
"It has quickly become my favorite go-to."
"It is my favorite pan."
"All-clad or Nordic Ware make quality stainless steel cookware"
"Its worth spending a little more to get something like all-clad or made-in."
"All-Clad. Heavier. Thicker 3-ply stainless steel."
"If you want good pans buy All-Clad."
"You got a hell of a deal."
"This was my first ever all clad pan. Absolutely love it."
#3
Carbon Steel
4.3
(12)
"I'm a big fan of carbon steel. Works great on induction, doesn't make noise like some stainless steel."
"There's a reason every chef in the world uses them."
"A well cared for pan can easily be in your family for generations."
"Ive found carbon steele to ne pretty egg friendly! Lasts forever!"
"People are saying cast iron. But I’d also consider carbon steel."
"A 10” carbon steel skillet (I light one)."
"I would think cast iron or carbon steel."
"I've made it in a carbon steel skillet."
"Carbon steel is the way to go."
"I prefer carbon steel as my daily driver."
#4
Cast Iron
4.8
(10)
"Anything Cast Iron."
"Stick with the cast iron. It is actually healthier for you to cook in cast iron."
"Cast iron! It takes a little getting used to, but once it’s seasoned it is virtually indestructible."
"Absolutely any cast iron, I don’t like enameled, will be great."
"Everyone should have a basic cast iron skillet."
"I would get a 12” cast iron skillet."
"Cast Iron. Carbon Steel. Stainless Steel. Buy for life."
"I think they taste better and with the right amount of heat, it's very near nonstick."
"Otherwise a **cast iron pan**."
"I do this on a cast iron pan."
#5
De Buyer
5.0
(5)
"De Buyer Mineral b Pro, the stainless handle is lovely and the thick metal makes it warp resistant."
"They are tried and true. Indestructible."
"I've got DeBuyer (2x 24 and 1x 28 cm) and love them."
"Solid customer support and great products."
"I have a De Buyer Mineral B Pro and couldn't be happier."
#6
Stainless Steel
4.4
(5)
"A heavy bottom stainless steel pan. It'll last you a lifetime."
"You’ll thank me when it lasts forever."
"If you don’t insist on "non-stick" PTFE-coating, buy a stainless or carbon steel pan or maybe a cast iron pan."
"I recommend buying a heavy stainless steel pan."
"Stainless steel are great."
#7
Fat Daddio
4.8
(4)
"I switched to Fat Daddio for all my baking pans, including cheesecake."
"Instead of a regular springform, I use a pan with a removable bottom."
"I snagged some Fat Daddio pans and I'm obsessed!"
"I use Fat Daddio pans and haven’t had any problems with them."
#8
Generic Nonstick Pan
3.6
(5)
"Just buy a nonstick pan. store it with a pan protector on top."
"I have a non stick pan just for eggs. They’re affordable and just work."
"I bite the bullet and have one nonstick pan that I only use for fragile nonstick things, like eggs."
"Non-sticks are not very versatile at all. All I use mine for is eggs."
"Nonstick pans are not welcome in my kitchen. They’re only temporarily nonstick."
#9
Hexclad
3.6
(5)
"Hexclad baby."
"The heat distribution is good and they are easy to clean."
"Hexclad are costly but have held up surprisingly well."
"I love my Hexclad pans for everything except omelets."
"Hex clad is garbage."
#10
Tramontina
4.3
(4)
"I'd recommend a Tramontina as I've had one for 2 years without any problems."
"Tramontina has great ones. but the handles do get hot a lot."
"Tramontina is great quality for the money."
"Best thing to do is get something like a Tramontina for about $20-$30."
#11
Wok
5.0
(3)
"Wok or cast iron pan."
"Agreeing with Wok/stainless steel pan."
"I would suggest a Wok."
#12
IKEA
5.0
(3)
"Cast iron, carbon steel, or stainless steel would all work well for that."
"I would suggest buying all three."
"I expect any of these would be cheaper than a Lodge in the UK."
#13
Ninja Neverstick
4.7
(3)
"The Ninja Neverstick is by far the best lasting non-stick I've ever used."
"Ninja pans... they are non stick and have lasted me over i think like 5 years now??"
"I've heard the Ninja Never Stick is one of the best nonstick pans you can get for the money."
#14
OXO
4.7
(3)
"For nonstick, I got a 2 pan OXO nonstick set at Costco a few years ago for $40."
"1. OXO Obsidian Carbon Steel Frypan – Pre-seasoned for non-stick performance right out of the box."
"I have a 12" OXO Obsidian, that I bought to use on my induction range."
#15
Scanpan
3.7
(3)
"Scanpan"
"I've got a Scanpan one...they're cheapish in Australia (I think mind was about $50...10 years ago!)"
"Scanpan Impact is pretty cheap, at least in Denmark. Its not the best but its good for the price."
#16
Darto
3.7
(3)
"As carbon steel goes it's thick/heavy but it's milled smooth."
"I would go for Darto, but the DeBuyer Mineral B Pros are good too."
"Or Darto N30."
#17
Griswold
5.0
(2)
"Vintage!!! Find a nice old Griswold or Wagner skillet."
"My first choice would be a Griswold."
#18
Matfer
5.0
(2)
"I’ve been happy with my Matfer."
"The pan you use is the best one. I use my Matfer several times a week for family meals."
#19
Mineral B
5.0
(2)
"I have the Mineral B and recently added the Pro. Love them both."
"Been using Mineral Bs on induction for years without any problems whatsoever."
#20
OXO Good Grips
4.5
(2)
"Best nonstick I've had."
"If you really want a non-stick, I recommend the OXO good grips line."
#21
Generic Carbon Steel or Cast Iron Pan
4.5
(2)
"Well seasoned carbon steel or cast iron works just fine."
"Carbon steel or cast iron. I think carbon steel gives a slightly better sear."
#22
San Antonio Bakery
4.5
(2)
"We love San Antonio Bakery in Fontana."
"San Antonio Bakery in Montclair."
#23
Cuisinart
4.5
(2)
"Stainless lasts a lifetime."
"You might consider Cuisinart or Tramontina instead, to get nearly as good a pan for half the price."
#24
Tefal
4.5
(2)
"I lovee my tefal stainless steel pan, it’s budget frndly and perfect for cooking pasta and Asian dishes plus it heats evenly which is a bonus"
"My pick is T fal"
#25
T-Fal
4.0
(2)
"ATK has a video about this, they suggest T-Fal or All Clad."
"Try T-Fal. Should be able to find it nearly anywhere."
#26
Lesley’s Bakery
4.0
(2)
"Lesly’s bakery Foothill and cypress in Fontana."
"Lesley’s Bakery 2 in San Bernardino"
#27
Yvette’s Bakery
4.0
(2)
"Yvette’s off Arlington in riverside."
"Yvette’s Bakery on Indiana in Riverside! Got some good Menudo too during the weekend mornings."
#28
Ikea
4.0
(2)
"Recommended."
"Join the subreddit, too."
#29
Goldilocks
5.0
(1)
"I have two pans and love them."
#30
Vintage
5.0
(1)
"The equal of the best boutique new stuff."
#31
Debuyer
5.0
(1)
"The best budget option is the Debuyer Carbone Plus."
#32
Creuset
5.0
(1)
"Will last a lifetime."
#33
Circulon
5.0
(1)
"I really like Circulon pans, my current set is nearly 10 years old and going strong."
#34
IMUSA
5.0
(1)
"I use mine for everything except boiling pasta."
#35
Made In
5.0
(1)
"I love them all."
#36
La Estrella Bakery
5.0
(1)
"La Estrella bakery in Colton, great Tamales too! 😋😋"
#37
Chino Bakery
5.0
(1)
"Chino Bakery, grew up with this bakery and am constantly coming back whenever I can."
#38
Chela’s Bakery
5.0
(1)
"Chela’s Bakery in Riverside. It’s seriously so good. The pan isn’t dry and tasteless."
#39
Alebrijes
5.0
(1)
"This place is definitely better than any of the big markets (north gate, Cardenas, etc.)"
#40
Sugary Sunshine Bakery
5.0
(1)
"Sugary Sunshine Bakery in Corona. Been going to them for years."
#41
imarku
5.0
(1)
"They're incredible and make the most amazing and even browning."
#42
Lloyd Pans
5.0
(1)
"If you're in America; https://lloydpans.com/catalog/product/view/id/1809/s/deep-dish-nesting/category/270/ If you're not, Amazon probably has them."
#43
Green Pans
5.0
(1)
"I got a good deal on some green pans and I’ve been loving them."
#44
Iwachu
5.0
(1)
"We love this cast iron pan. Used daily."
#45
Staub
5.0
(1)
"I prefer my Staub enameled frying pan for eggs."
#46
Field
5.0
(1)
"Just used my Field for scrambled eggs, I’m very impressed with its performance."
#47
Paella Pan
5.0
(1)
"Have nothing but great things to say about it."
#48
Sensarte
5.0
(1)
"Sensarte purchased on Amazon for about $32 has been the best one we've had."
#49
Darto's
5.0
(1)
"Love my Darto's"
#50
Solidteknics Quenched Iron
5.0
(1)
"Get a solidteknics quenched iron. I have one for eggs and it’s excellent."
#51
Lodge Cast Iron
5.0
(1)
"Lodge cast iron. It will last you forever and it becomes nonstick once you break it in."
#52
Lodge Iron Skillet
5.0
(1)
"My 12 inch Lodge iron skillet works perfectly."
#53
Weeknight
4.0
(1)
"The weeknight pan is going to your most versatile option."
#54
Mainstays
4.0
(1)
"You can get a 10.5 inch skillet for about $8."
#55
Finex
4.0
(1)
"For the guch factor."
#56
Oxo
4.0
(1)
"I have the 12" Oxo carbons steel one."
#57
La Playita
4.0
(1)
"La playita in Perris is good 👍 pretty much all panaderias in Perris are good but everyone seems to really like La playita pan."
#58
La Yaquesita
4.0
(1)
"Their conchitas are fantastic."
#59
Panaderia Maria
4.0
(1)
"1 Panaderia Maria Fontana."
#60
All Clad
4.0
(1)
"I was able to get an all clad nonstick last week for 20 dollars at home goods."
#61
Caraway
4.0
(1)
"If that's a non-factor for you, then I'd get Caraway."
#62
Kuhn Rikon
4.0
(1)
"Personally I like Kuhn Rikon."
#63
Strata Cookware
4.0
(1)
"If you have a electric/induction one I recommend the strata cookware pans."
#64
Sitram Non-Stick Pan
4.0
(1)
"Great price point and I’m hoping it’s intended for commercial use it would be more durable."
#65
Procook Elite Forged Pan
4.0
(1)
"The nonstick it comes with is great."
#66
Copper
4.0
(1)
"A nice copper pot or pan, or stainless steel."
#67
Razab
4.0
(1)
"I suggest you to use Razab Copper pan, enough big to cook rice, chicken and other food items."
#68
Vollrath
4.0
(1)
"In this price range I’d suggest Vollrath."
#69
Ikea 365+
4.0
(1)
"Ikea 365+ line is probably going to be your best bet."
#70
Misen
4.0
(1)
"Misen is pretty good."
#71
Fiskars
4.0
(1)
"Maybe have a look at Fiskars (Finnish) and Eva Trio (Danish)?"
#72
Beka
4.0
(1)
"I buy Beka on amazon. They are very good in my opinion."
#73
Tramontina Pro Fusion
4.0
(1)
"Tramontina Pro Fusion pan sounds like it fits your description perfectly!"
#74
De Buyer Mineral B Pro
4.0
(1)
"I have the mineral B pro from de buyer and it works really well."
#75
Procook Tri-ply
3.0
(1)
"Procook Tri-ply. Stainless steel is a poor choice for Asian food."
#76
Terra Cotta Paella Pan
1.0
(1)
"Boy, was that a stupid buy!"
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