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To realize your full culinary potential, you’ll want a full set of great cookware. You can build a set yourself, but researching the best pots and pan sets takes time. And piecemealing a set costs way more money than buying one. But finding the perfect cookware set is complicated, too.
We've spent years testing dozens of the most popular pot and pan sets around, and our current favorite is the GreenPan Valencia Pro Ceramic Nonstick 11-Piece Cookware Set (available at Amazon) . With everything from skillets to a stock pot with a steamer insert, it's everything a home cook needs. And despite being a nonstick set, it's made with PFAS-free ceramic materials and boasts a durable build.
Our former top pick, the Cuisinart MCP-12N Multiclad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece Set (available at Amazon), is still a great option, and our favorite value pick.
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The GreenPan Valencia Pro Ceramic Nonstick 11-Piece Cookware Set includes all the essentials for home cooks.
Best Ceramic Nonstick Set
GreenPan was the first company to produce ceramic nonstick pans, and they have dozens of cookware sets to choose from. We tested the 11-piece Valencia Pro set because of its ceramic nonstick coating and variety of useful pieces.
Some of the premium nonstick sets we tested were skimpy on pieces, but not this one. You get seven well-built pots and pans, plus lids and pan protectors to separate skillets in storage. The nonstick properties are top-notch—you won't need to use much oil when cooking in them. And the pans include small details that we appreciated, like rounded, stay-cool handles and well-fitting lids.
Plus, a ceramic nonstick coating means you don't have to worry about certain chemicals present in traditional nonstick cookware.
Sears well
Cleans easily
Durable
Induction-comaptible
Edges show ware over years of use
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Best Value
The Cuisinart MCP-12N Multiclad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece Set, our former Best Overall, offers incredible performance at a great value. The medium-sized sauté pan comfortably fit four chicken thighs and seared each one to perfection. The large stockpot is well-sized for making soup, cooking pasta, or blanching vegetables. Plus it's dishwasher-safe for an added bonus.
In addition to their performance and quality, these pans are easy to use. The triple-ply construction offers great heat conductivity, but the anodized aluminum core makes them light enough to easily handle. It’s a fraction of the cost of our new top pick, and big retailers often put it on sale. That made it a no-brainer for our Best Value pick.
The set includes everything you need to cook a meal. And all pieces include comfortable handles and a nicely-balanced design that's easy to hold.
Great value
Easy to use
Sears meat perfectly
Nothing we could find
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Our favorite nonstick cookware is the All-Clad HA1 Hard-Anodized Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set.
Best Traditional Nonstick Set
If you’re specifically after a great nonstick set, the All-Clad HA1 Hard-Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set has your back.
It aced our tests in style with a sleek, black finish and shiny metal handles. The handles are long enough to create a perfect balance with each pan. And All-Clad’s signature concave shape makes them super comfortable to hold.
The pans are a little heavier, because they’re well-built with durable, heavy-gauge hard-anodized aluminum. All-Clad also coats them with three layers of PFOA-free nonstick material, creating a slick finish that helps the food release easily.
They perform well, too. The lid fit tightly onto the saucepots, trapping steam inside to create some of the best rice in the testing group. We were also impressed at how crispy our chicken skin became. This set creates a hard sear most nonsticks can’t touch.
Put it all together, and this set became the clear choice for anyone who prefers nonstick. Our only major complaint was the pans don’t nest very well, making storage more difficult.
This hard-anodized nonstick set certainly seems expensive at first glance, but its wide variety of pots and pans make it worth every penny.
Lids fit tightly
Easy to clean
Durable build
Heavy
Hard to store
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HexClad was the best cookware set we tested, providing a hybrid cooking surface that combines stainless steel with the ease-of-use of nonstick.
Best Hybrid
These pans differ from most nonstick options. They can’t cook an egg without oil, for instance. But they heat up quickly and evenly like nonstick should, and they exhibit nonstick properties when seasoned and used with a little cooking oil. The tough, laser-etched hexagon top holds its own against metal utensils, unlike most nonstick.
Our chicken thighs had some of the most even, gorgeous searing of any skillet we’ve used. Cleanup was exceptionally easy because any build-up is wiped away easily with a paper towel.
The pans feature tri-ply construction (like multi-clad stainless steel pans), but they’re significantly lighter. We could toss vegetables with ease, and the ergonomic, rounded handles felt great to use. The saucepans also have a bowl-like shape on the interior. That makes it much easier to stir into the edges and keep sauces from burning.
This set is not inexpensive, but whether you’re building a starter kitchen or refreshing, it has everything you need. Plus, the inclusion of a magnetic layer makes them compatible with induction cooktops.
Read the full review of the HexClad Cookware Set
Suitable for high-temperature cooking
Reliably nonstick
Oven-safe, dishwasher-safe, metal-utensil-safe
Frequent staining after high temperature cooking
Heavier weight with bulky handles
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We were impressed by the exceptional performance of the Hestan NanoBond 10-piece set.
Best Upgrade
While we know every shopper can't justify the price, Hestan's NanoBond is exceptional and worth the dough if you have it. It’s gorgeous to look at, feels good in the hand, and offers the kind of performance you’d expect at this price: even heating, steady simmering, and lack of burning at the bottom or in the corners.
Nanobond bonds thousands of titanium-based nanolayers to its cookware’s stainless-steel surfaces. They claim this makes it 400% stronger than traditional stainless steel, and more resistant to staining and scratching. These pieces can even take heat up to 1050°F!
This line offers just about every performance and ease-of-use feature you could ever want.
Read the full review of the Hestan NanoBond Titanium Ultimate Set.
Beautiful
Distributes heat evenly
Very durable—heat resistant up to 1050°F
Very expensive
Requires polishing
This comprehensive set includes all the basics for everyday cooking—whether you're cooking for yourself or a crowd. The interior is made from a PFAS-free nonstick ceramic coating which Ninja claims is durable enough to withstand five years of regular use.
And during testing, we were impressed. This cookware boasts an extremely slick nonstick interior that released delicate eggs and sticky sauces with minimal oil and effort. It also heats evenly and withstand temperatures up to 550°F, which means we were able to achieve an even sear in this pan and even use it to bake foods in the oven without worry of deterioration. Plus, each piece of cookware is easy to maneuver, thanks to the comfortable handles and lightweight design.
However, in order to get the most longevity out of these pans, the brand recommends avoiding putting this set in the dishwasher. We also found that the handles' ergonomic design means they're also susceptible to dirt build-up. But keeping up with appropriate cleaning means this set is worth adding to your kitchen—especially given its price point.
Read the full review of the Ninja Extended Life Premium Ceramic 9-Piece Cookware Set
Consistently nonstick without PFAS
Lightweight, well-made, and durable
Dishwasher and oven safe
A larger mid-size pot would be ideal
Handles can get dirty easily
Made In cookware provides restaurant-quality cookware through a direct-to-consumer model that's designed to be more accessible to the average consumer. During testing, we could confirm that these pots and pans made us feel like pros.
The durable, ultra-slick interior easily released everything from eggs to sausages with minimal effort. And thanks to the 5-ply construction and stainless clad core, these pieces retain heat better than most nonstick cookware we’ve tested. They also sear exceptionally well for nonstick pans.
Unfortunately, that multi-layer construction that makes for efficient heating also results in a heavy build. We struggled to flip veggies and eggs in the frying pan due to its weight. And the narrow handles also forced us into a bit of a learning curve. But the more we used these pots and pans, the easier we found ourselves handling them.
Slick, nonstick interior
Great for searing
Attractive design
Heavy build
Limited items in the set
Hestan ProBond is great-looking and high-performing cookware, competitively priced with stainless steel cookware sets from All-Clad. While not as exceptionally durable as the NanoBond line, these pieces are similarly well-constructed. The set offers even heating, flush rivets, and a good weight.
The 10-piece set offers a solid assortment of basics at a better price than buying individual pieces. You can supplement your set with ProBond nonstick skillets, but you’ll have to look to another brand for a Dutch oven.
Beautiful
Distributes heat evenly
Comprehensive set
Expensive
Requires polishing
There's a lot to love about this gorgeous stainless steel cookware set. Made In's signature stainless clad material is made of five layers of materials: Aluminum alloy in the center, surrounded by two layers of pure aluminum, with a layer of pure stainless steel on the interior and high-grade ferritic steel on the exterior (for corrosion resistance).
This unique design makes for impressive cookware that heats quickly and evenly. Every test we threw at it—from boiling water to shallow frying to searing chicken thighs—impressed us. We were wowed by the even heat retention and stay-cool handles. And the provided lids do a fantastic job of keeping heat and moisture locked in.
But similar to its nonstick counterparts, these pots and pans are heavy. Don't expect to easily toss veggies and stir-frys with the flick of your wrist—at least not without a learning curve.
No hot spots
Evenly distributes heat
Beautiful design
Heavy
For a great, inexpensive nonstick set, look no further than the T-Fal C561SC Titanium Advanced Nonstick 12-Piece Cookware Set. Like most nonstick cookware, it’s easier to clean than regular pans, especially after frying.
While pans with nonstick coatings will rarely rival stainless steel for searing meat, this set performed admirably. It cooked eggs perfectly without requiring any extra oil, and the saucepots simmered sauces and cooked rice without scorching. To top it all off, the stockpot boiled water faster than any others in our test group, the pans heated quickly and evenly, and the comfortable, padded handles stayed cool.
This nonstick set covers all the bases and includes some extras.
Cooked eggs and simmered sauces perfectly
Fast water-boiling speed
Comfortable, padded handles
Can't sear meat as well as a stainless set
Included in the set: 1.5- and 3-quart saucepots with lids, 8.5-quart stockpot with lid, 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 8.5-skillet, 12-inch skillet with lid
Material: Hard-anodized aluminum
At first glance, the Anolon Advanced Home 11-Piece Cookware Set doesn’t seem very different from the Anolon Advanced set. But its performance blew its predecessor out of the water.
This upgraded version has an enhanced nonstick finish that performed much better on our tests. The eggs flipped with ease, and the rice simmered perfectly without browning or sticking to the bottom of the pan. We also loved the soft, ergonomic handles, and were thrilled when they didn’t get hot after extended use.
On the flip side, the pans didn’t heat as evenly as multi-clad stainless steel, and they couldn’t produce a hard sear on the chicken thighs, either. Still, if you want a nonstick pan set, this one won’t disappoint.
Food doesn’t stick
Easy to clean
Comfortable handles
Doesn’t heat evenly
Doesn’t sear as well as stainless
If the aesthetic of the Caraway Cookware Set doesn’t make you want to buy it, the attention to detail may convince you. The set comes with four pans, three lids, and two specially-designed storage pieces. The modular racks house the pans on their side so they’ll easily fit inside a cabinet. And the genius canvas lid holder can hang on the inside of the door.
The pans’ performance absolutely met our expectations. The lid features a small hole to allow steam to escape, producing some of the better rice in the group. It also passed our nonstick tests, allowing eggs to slide around without any cooking oil.
That said, the set lost some points because it doesn’t contain a full array of pots and pans, despite the high price tag. And we have noticed consumer reports of serious damage and wear-and-tear after months of usage.
Beautiful appearance
Easy to store
Includes a Dutch oven
Doesn't offer a variety of cookware sizes
All-Clad is well known for top-of-the-line (and expensive) cookware. The All-Clad BD005710-R D5 Brushed 18/10 Stainless Steel 5-Ply Bonded 10-Piece Cookware Set is no exception. These 5-ply, bonded stainless-steel pans offer undeniably superior heat distribution and performance, but a few shortcomings pushed them down in the ranks.
First, the very hefty price tag is hard to swallow, especially since the heavy material makes it harder to flip vegetables or pour out the contents with ease. The straight, stainless steel handle design doesn’t help either, throwing off the balance and making you really feel the weight of each pan.
That said, if you’re willing to shell out the money (or have a wedding registry in your near future), this stainless steel set will last a lifetime.
Superior heat distribution
Long-lasting
Hefty price tag
Too heavy
Straight-handle design
If you regularly make large amounts of soup or stock, you may want to consider the Tramontina 12-Piece Stainless Steel Tri-Ply Clad Cookware Set. It’s the only set that came with a 12-quart stockpot. That's overkill for boiling pasta or blanching vegetables, but perfect for larger batch recipes.
The wide handles were comfortable to hold, and the tri-ply construction provided even heating, from browning chicken breasts to cooking sauces without scorching.
You’ll get some larger-sized pots and pans with this set for a great price. (But if you’re looking for small 1-quart saucepans, this isn’t the set for you.) The roomier pans are nice, giving you more space to cook larger quantities while still fitting on a standard range top.
Even heating
Large enough
Roomier pans
Lacks smaller pans
Each pan in the Circulon Symmetry Black 11-Piece Cookware Set has raised, concentric circles on the nonstick surface. However these ridges came to be a Circulon signature trait, they definitely work to keep food from sticking to the pan.
In addition to acing the nonstick tests, the Circulon pans performed well overall, except that the tall-and-skinny stockpot design took the longest in the group to boil water. Overall, these were some of the more comfortable pans we used, with well-thought-out, padded handles and nicely balanced weight.
Food doesn't stick
Comfortable handles
Boils water slowly
From a performance perspective, we really liked the pans included in the Great Jones Family Style Set. The small nonstick pan is one of our favorites, and we loved the way the saucepan had measurements etched into the side for ease of measuring. The handles are welded to the pans, too, making cleanup so much easier than scrubbing around traditional rivets.
The pans passed our tests with flying colors, but the set itself doesn’t contain all the items we consider essential. For example, we’d really like to see a small saucepot and a 12-inch skillet in the mix. And while we liked how the sauté pan and stockpot share a lid to save storage space, we wondered what we’d do if we wanted to cook with both pans covered at once.
The price seems high for a set that’s missing so many pieces. That said, it does include a Dutch oven, which is a big selling point.
Includes a Dutch oven
Distributes heat evenly
Easy to clean
Doesn’t include several essential pieces
Handles get very hot
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We cooked a complete meal using multiple pots pans to help determine each set's performance.
Hi, I’m Lindsay Mattison, a trained professional chef and dinner party enthusiast. I definitely understand the importance of having the right set of pots and pans to get the job done! It wasn’t easy testing all these samples (and my house was quite cluttered for a few weeks), but it was well worth it to help you find the best cookware for the right value.
Professional chef and food writer Sharon Franke also contributed testing and writing to this piece for both Hestan sets.
After selecting over a dozen top-rated cookware sets (a combination of stainless steel and nonstick), we cooked a multi-component meal using each set. To function for everyday life, the pots and pans had to be sized appropriately to cook dinner for one. But we also wanted to know if you could easily cook a larger meal (like Thanksgiving dinner) using each set.
To earn our seal of approval, at least two saucepans, one sauté pan, and a stock pot had to fit on a standard cooktop range at the same time.
We designed the tests to evaluate performance, ease of use, and value. We seared chicken thighs in the sauté pan, tossed vegetables in the skillets, simmered sauces and cooked rice in the saucepots, and blanched vegetables in the stockpot. If the set came with nonstick gear, we fried a few eggs without oil to see how well the coating worked.
Finally, we measured any noticeable hotspots and maybe did a little taste testing to see if one set made a tastier meal than the others. In the end, none of the products completely failed, but we did have a few favorites.
Unfortunately, there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all pot or pan. Each cooking task requires a specific size. You wouldn’t want to boil pasta in a 1-quart saucepot because it won’t all fit, and it certainly wouldn’t make sense to cook up one cup of oatmeal in an 8-quart pot.
Cookware companies try to anticipate your needs by providing a variety of sizes in their sets. Considering your own cooking style can help you determine what’s important to you in a set. Your favorite foods may determine which pieces of cookware to prioritize, and whether you cook for yourself or a group can affect how many pieces you need.
Typically, it’s best to look for a set with at least two small saucepots, one large stockpot, a small egg pan, and a larger skillet or sauté pan. (All oven-safe, of course.) Anything extra—like being dishwasher safe or including a frying pan—is considered a bonus.
Most sets come with a lid for every saucepan, stockpot, and sauté pan. Sets often count these lids as pieces to increase the count. The above set would have five pots and pans, but will be called an 8-piece set.
While we’re on the topic, try to look for metal lids. Yes, that means you can’t see what’s going on inside the pot, but glass lids always fog up anyway. Metal lids will never drop and shatter, giving them a longer lifespan than the glass variety.
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Similar to sizing, there's no one-size-fits all when it comes to cookware materials. Each variety comes with its own set of pros and cons—it all depends to what you prioritize and are most comfortable with in the kitchen.
Stainless steel is great for searing meat, leaving behind those delicious food bits that make the perfect start to a pan sauce. It won’t affect the taste of your food, and it heats up quickly.
Stainless steel cookware also tends to last longer than nonstick. Unfortunately, it’s harder to clean, and without help (usually from an aluminum core) it doesn’t distribute heat as evenly.
Nonstick cookware is great for beginners. It’s affordable, easy to cook with, easy to wipe down and maintain, and has fewer hot spots. However, nonstick shouldn’t go in the dishwasher, and scratches more easily.
Some nonstick chemicals like PFOA and PTFE (Teflon) may also be harmful. When they deteriorate due to chipping or excessive use of high heat, they may flake into your food or release fumes. Other materials like hard-anodized aluminum or ceramic present safer nonstick options.
Ceramic cookware can mean either genuine ceramics or aluminum with a silicone finish.
The ceramic coating is nonstick, but without the harmful chemicals. They can be eco-friendly to produce, more affordable than stainless steel, handle high heat well, and offer a variety of colors.
Ceramic shares some of nonstick’s drawbacks, however. It won’t last as long as stainless steel or cast iron cookware, and the nonstick abilities will fade in time. They should also never go into the dishwasher.
Aluminum cookware comes in regular (lightweight, affordable) and anodized (a little more durable). Aluminum can be easy to handle, and heats up well. However, regular aluminum can wear out quickly, and may react with some foods.
Anodized aluminum solves aluminum’s problems, but it costs more and doesn’t heat up as fast as raw aluminum. However, it gives you an incredibly strong, lightweight set of cookware.
Carbon steel offers similar heat retention and searing to cast iron. Ironically, it has less carbon than cast iron, making it thinner, lighter, and relatively nonstick.
The downsides? You have to keep it seasoned, it’s not dishwasher safe, and it may react with more acidic foods. Depending on the construction, the handles may get hot. You tend to see carbon steel in restaurants more than homes, but there’s no reason you can’t put it in your kitchen, if you want.
Cast iron is a classic for a reason. Heavy-duty, old-fashioned, and incredibly durable, cast iron can help bring out the best flavors in whatever you cook in it. It’s got great heat retention, and heats evenly.
On the other hand, it’s about the heaviest cookware you can get, making it hard to handle. It’s also high maintenance. You need to season it, and cooking acidic foods can strip the seasoning. You also need to clean and maintain it carefully to avoid damage and rust.
Some people love cooking with all of their hearts, while others prefer ordering in or grabbing takeout from their favorite restaurant (and we don’t blame you).
Whether you’re the first or latter, you should always have reliable cookware sets at home. But we get it; everyone may be looking for something slightly different that meets their individual needs (and wallet).
So whether you are searching for nonstick options from Made In or ceramic cookware from GreenPan, the cheapest option or the best cookware sets to gift someone else, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve done the heavy lifting for you and found the best cookware brands for serving your finest dishes (or leftovers) on your go-to dinnerware.
Read on to discover reliable shops stocked with everything from casserole and baking dishes to pressure cookers.
Happy cooking!
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Get inspired with Made In. With stainless steel and carbon steel cookware, you won’t be dissatisfied. But if, for whatever reason, you are, Made In offers a lifetime warranty.
Made In
If you’re new to Made In cookware, we suggest starting with this 6-Piece Set. It’s award-winning, which should earn your vote of confidence, but if you need another reason to give it a try, we’re fans of its construction. Featuring five layers of metal for unparalleled heat conduction, your days of scraping burnt bits off the bottom of your pans are over with this! You will have to wash the non-stick pan, but is that really a big deal? We don’t think so.
Set includes: Non-stick frying pan, stainless clad frying pan, 2-quart stainless clad saucepan with lid, and 8-quart stainless clad stock pot with lid
Misen’s mission is simple: “To create premium cooking essentials for honest and affordable prices.” Best of all, the brand’s quality materials and thoughtful designs make for the perfect cooking companion.
Misen
For the hostess with the mostest, this 9-piece set will get you through every holiday. We love that it includes a stockpot, perfect for boiling pasta, making soup in large batches or boiling a massive amount of spuds for Thanksgiving mashed potatoes. Each piece is non-stick, which we know makes some nervous. However, the coating is PFOA-free, so rest easy. Everything can be placed in the oven, too!
Set includes: 10-inch pan, 12-inch pan, 3-quart saucier with lid, 3-quart sauté with lid, 8-quart stockpot with lid
Offering bright, pastel colorways, GreenLife Cookware takes cooking — and kitchen aesthetics — to new heights. Find everything you need, from saucepans to griddles and, of course, sets.
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What makes us giddy about this 16-piece cookware set from GreenLife is its soft grip handles. They make it so easy to flip pancakes and shake frittatas onto our serving plate, you know? They stay cool, too, which is great, because is there anything worse while cooking than burning yourself? The pots and pans don’t have PFAS, PFOA, lead, or cadmium, which always makes us feel better, and the available color options are simply stellar. You won’t be able to use the set on induction, unfortunately, but it’s good for electric and gas stovetops.
Set includes: 4-inch mini frying pan, 7-inch frying pan, 9.5-inch frying pan, 1-quart saucepan with lid, 2-quart saucepan with lid, 5-quart stockpot with lid, 2.5-quart sauté pan with lid, 7-inch stainless steel steamer, and 4 kitchen utensils
Our Place sells some of the best pots and pans out there, and there’s no denying it! If you feel like sticking with an internet favorite, we recommend opting for the brand’s Always Pan 2.0 Home Cook Trio. With just one pan, you can boil, crisp, bake, braise, roast, steam, strain, serve, pour, and so much more.
RELATED: Read our review of the fan-favorite Always Pan
Our Place
The cookware from Our Place is made with 100% post-consumer recycled aluminum, which we feel really good about. It also doesn’t contain lead or PFAS, so if you’re trying to limit exposure to harmful metals, this a great brand to try. What we like best about this particular cookware set is that it’s designed to nest, which saves you major cabinet space. And while this set only comes with three pans (each of a different size), you can get the Our Place Perfect Pot in a selection of sizes if that’s what you’re after, or go all in and opt for the Ultimate Cookware Set which features all of the essentials any home chef needs to create delicious, camera-ready dishes for just a few, or for a full house.
Set includes: 4-quart pan with lid, 2.6-quart pan with lid, 1-quart pan with lid, and 3 nesting spatulas
How do you know if a cookware brand is good? You check for the Gordon Ramsay stamp of approval — and HexClad sure has it. The brand offers pots, pans, lids, sets, and more, and each one is ready to become a cooking staple.
HexClad
This cookware set has everything you need to whip up a serious meal. Three different size pans are included, which means you can make a sauce, boil pasta and fry shrimp all at the same time — no rinsing in between pans necessary. Another feature we love? Oh, just that it gives the ease of non-stick cookware combined with the durability of stainless steel. It makes the entire culinary process so much easier, from broiling to cleanup.
Set includes: 12-inch hybrid pan, 10-inch hybrid pan, 8-inch hybrid pan, and three tempered glass lids
Jump on board the healthy cooking train with the chemical-free brand Caraway. We’re a personal fan of the Caraway frying pan, and its results are truly delicious. Each piece is coated with ceramic and comes in a sophisticated selection of colors such as cream, navy, sage, and more, with a new limited edition stainless steel cookware set just in time for holiday foodie gifting.
Caraway
Caraway cookware sort of has a cult following, and we’re not surprised. The brand makes gorgeous cookware sets that work with a variety of stovetops, so regardless if you find yourself cooking with gas or electric, you’ll be good to go. None of the pans have any nasty toxins, plus they’re available in a wide variety of colors.
This set in classic cream is one of our favorites. It comes with more than enough pots and pans to take you along your culinary journey and is easy to clean. And like we said before, it’s simply beautiful, which we think will inspire you to make some yummy creations at least a few times a week!
Set includes: 10.5-inch frying pan, 3-quart saucepan with lid, 6.5-quart Dutch oven with lid, 4.5-quart sauté pan with lid, four modular magnetic pan racks, and a canvas lid holder with hooks
Bold, quirky, and reliable, Great Jones is, well, great! The Starting Lineup Set has everything you need to start on your culinary adventures, including a Dutch oven. And FYI, this cookware set is on sale!
Great Jones
Sometimes, you don’t need lots of pots and pans, which is why we’re suggesting this 3-piece cookware set from Great Jones. It’s built for the flexible chef who finds themselves making a sheet of cookies one night, only to be crafting a killer pot roast the next. Everything is dishwasher- and oven-safe, and we love that it comes in a variety of colors!
Set includes: 3.5-quart Dutch oven, 8-inch pan, 13.5-inch by 9.5-inch sheet pan
If you’re on the hunt for nonstick cookware, Circulon is for you. With ultimate nonstick performance, long-lasting durability, even heat distribution and easy cleanup, you can’t go wrong with this must-have brand.
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It’s hard to tell from the photo, but the frying pan of this non-stick cookware set has tiny ridges to prevent your meal from adhering to the surface. Its hard-anodized design will keep it in decent shape for a while, too, and everything is safe for the oven, as well as the dishwasher.
Set includes: 1-quart saucepan with lid, 2-quart saucepan with lid, 6-quart stockpot with lid, 3-quart covered sauté pan, 8.5-inch frying pan, and 10-inch frying pan
Since 1925, Le Creuset (pronounced ‘luh-CROO-zay’) has been leaving its mark in kitchens across the world. You can look forward to bold, chip-resistant colored cast iron, fine French craftsmanship, and superior performance.
Le Creuset
We know you know Le Creuset. How can you not? The cookware brand is iconic, especially for its Dutch ovens. We love it for that single piece alone, which may be the reason we like this 5-piece set so much. Use it to create a hardy stew (via the Dutch oven) while sautéing greens or a protein in the others. Available in practically every color of the rainbow, you won’t even want to put the set back in its cabinet.
Set includes: 5.5-quart round Dutch oven, 1.75-quart signature saucepan, and 9-inch signature skillet
The leading producer of premium-quality cookware, bakeware, cutlery, and appliances is none other than Calphalon. At the brand’s start, the cookware was used in the restaurant industry and other professional food services. Now, it’s your turn to be the professional chef.
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The hard-anodized aluminum of these pots and pans should help them hold up for a long time. That’s great because we know you want to get your culinary wizardry on, so that feature is sure to help. The interior of each pot has two layers of non-stick material to keep everything in pristine condition, and the handles are extra long for safety.
Set includes: 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan, 1-quart saucepan with cover, 2-quart saucepan with cover, 3-quart sauté pan with cover, and 6-quart stockpot with cover
Discover the goodness of nontoxic cookware with GreenPan. Each set is made with nonstick ceramic and uses toxin-free alternatives to traditional coatings.
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Besides looking pretty on our stovetop, we like that this ceramic-based cookware set isn’t made with anything harmful. The handles have a genius reverse design that prevents food from getting stuck in their crevice, and each of the bottoms of the pans are flat. This keeps oil in one place, meaning you get to use less in the long run, saving calories!
Set includes: 9.5-inch frying pan, 11-inch frying pan, 3.25-quart sauté pan with lid, 3.25-quart saucepan with lid, 5-quart stock pot with lid, silicone slotted spoon, three pan protectors, silicone spatula, and Wonder Sponge
Want the best of both cast iron and non-stick? Well, you’re in luck, as that’s exactly what Anolon is about. It’s durable, nonstick, features molded handles and features a thick stainless steel base for searing.
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Ever noticed when cooking how some pieces of food cook faster than others? We have, too, and uneven heat distribution is the blame. The good news is there’s none of that with this non-stick cookware set. It’s designed specifically for uniform heat dispersal, which means your chicken, broccoli or whatever you’re cooking won’t be frozen on one side and chard on the other. The pans’ hard-anodized construction also helps to prevent them from getting nicked from utensils, keeping gross bits out of your food.
Set includes: 1.5-quart saucepan with lid, 3-quart saucepan with lid, 3-quart sauté pan, 8-inch frying pan, 10-inch frying pan, and 6-quart stockpot with lid
For half a century, All-Clad has been revolutionizing the cookware industry. Born in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, the heart of the American steel, copper core and aluminum market, All-Clad’s metal fabrication is unmatched.
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Okay, we know this is a pricier cookware set but it’s copper core ya’ll! It’s one of the best materials to make sauces, gravies and basically anything you need to cook evenly over a longer period of time. The handles of the pots and pans have a curved silhouette for comfortable gripping, and we’re definitely not made at its glossy exterior.
Set includes: 10-inch fry pan, 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 2-quart sauce pan with lid, and 8-quart stockpot with lid
While we are obsessed with the Ninja air fryer, that’s not all that the brand has to offer. The brand’s top-quality cookware sets are reasonably priced yet highly functional.
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No matter how high you crank up the heat, the pans from this cookware set should hold up. They’re armed with NeverStick technology to get food on your plate and off your pan in an easy slip, and the handles have a soft grip for gentle handling. The set is compatible with all stove tops, too, and can be washed by hand or placed in the dishwasher.
Set includes: 8-inch fry pan, 10.25-inch fry pan, 1.5-quart saucepan with lid, 2.5-quart saucepan with lid, 3-quart sauté pan, and 6.5-quart stock pot with lid
Amazon $178.19 Wayfair $199.99Made in France and forged to perfection, it doesn’t get much better than Mauviel M’Heritage when it comes to copper cookware. Although an investment, culinary professionals and novices with an appreciation for fine cuisine adore this brand, and so do we.
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This copper cookware is an investment. However, it’s something you’ll be able to keep for years and even pass down to future generations. An excellent conductor of heat, the made-in-France cookware features stainless steel handles that keep your hand cool while you cook. If you find you need one extra pot or saucer, an 8-piece set, as well as a 12-piece copper set, is available at Williams Sonoma.
Set includes: 1.9-quart saucepan with lid, 3.6-quart saucepan with lid, 3.2-quart sauté pan with lid, 10.2-inch frying pan, and 5-ounce bottle of copper cleaner
Not only does T-fal create durable and lasting cookware sets, but the brand also prides itself on being committed to meaningful progress. Therefore, when you shop T-fal, you are saying yes to sustainable development, equal opportunities, well-balanced nutrition, and responsible consumption.
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Twenty cookware pieces under $100? Not bad. Not bad at all! And more than 2,000 folks on Amazon agree with us, praising the cookware set for its even heat distribution and easy-to-clean surface. We like its Thermo-Spot technology that lights up as you get down and dirty in the kitchen. It makes it simple to know whether a pan is hot enough without getting too close. We also adore how the pouring spouts make it a breeze to move one creation into a bowl or another pan. It’s like cooking magic!
Set includes: 4.5-inch One Egg Wonder fry pan, 8-inch fry pan with pouring spouts, 10.5-inch fry pan with pouring spouts, 10.25-inch griddle, 5-quart jumbo cooker with glass lid, 1-quart saucepan with glass lid, 2-quart saucepan with glass lid, 3-quart saucepan with glass lid, 5-quart stewpot with glass lid, baking tray, pasta spatula, spatula, ladle, spoon, and slotted spoon
Made from quality stainless steel and copper materials, not only is it a sleek upgrade to add to your kitchen, but it’ll evenly cook all your dishes. Plus, these three items will last you for years to come, making the investment worth it.
As we previously mentioned, copper is great but not cheap. Hence, our excitement about this cookware set from Material. Along with being gorgeous, it’s crazy affordable! We know, we hardly believe it either.
The exterior is made of durable stainless steel, while the interior has a 5-ply copper core. It evenly distributes heat, works wonders on sauces and syrups, and is practically effortless to clean. The coated pan is available in two colors, and although there are only 133 reviews on the brand website, it has a five-star rating!
Set includes: 10.5-inch coated pan, 3-quart sauté pan, and 3-quart sauce pot
A popular yet inexpensive brand is Gotham Steel. Its copper tone makes it stand out, while its titanium cooking surfaces are durable and tough. You can get a full cookware set for as little as $50 on Amazon.
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We love the hammered look of this Gotham Steel cookware set, as well as the fact it isn’t made with anything hazardous. Its titanium and ceramic interior is award-winning, which never hurt anyone, and it also has a granite coating that’s reinforced with diamonds for a scratch-free culinary experience.
Set includes: 8.5-inch fry pan, 10.25-inch fry pan with lid, 1.5-quart saucepan with lid, 2.5-quart saucepan with lid, 5-quart stock pot with lid, and a stainless steel steamer
Celebrity cook Rachael Ray won us all over with her hit TV show and continues to wow us with her array of cookware must-haves. From bright yellows and moody reds, Rachael’s line of cookware is one of the best out there.
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Who doesn’t love Rachel Ray? She’s fun, a cooking whiz and the maker behind solid cookware sets. We like this 10-piece Cucina cookware set best. It’s under $200 and features a sturdy, enameled porcelain exterior and pliable handles that are easy to grip. It doesn’t work with induction, but any other stove top should be fine.
Set includes: 2-quart saucepan with lid, 6-quart stockpot with lid, 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 8.5-inch and 10-inch frying pans, 11.75-inch slotted turner, and 13-inch solid cooking spoon.
Julia Child and James Beard were the first culinary experts to honor the great Cuisinart. Now, people all over America abide by the brand for all of their day-to-day meals. But what keeps Cuisinart at the head of the cookware industry is its mission to create a wide array of products “preferred by chefs and favored by consumers,” according to the brand’s website.
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If you grew up with Cuisinart products like we did, then you know it’s a trusted brand loved by both chefs and everyday cooks. We mean, Julia Child gave it her stamp of approval. Does anything else matter? This Cuisinart Cookware Set is one of our faves, not only because it comes with 12 pieces of stainless steel pots and pans but because it’s durable and armed with serious cookware technology. Its aluminum core helps to distribute heat evenly throughout each pan, while the triple-ply construction helps it hold up for years of culinary experimentation. Best of all, no matter how much you use it, they’re designed not to discolor, which means they will look practically new after each use.
Set includes: 1.5-quart saucepan with cover, 3-quart saucepan with cover, 3.5-quart sauté pan with helper handle and cover, 8-quart stockpot with cover, 8-inch skillet, 10-inch skillet, and steamer insert with cover
If you’re ready to have fun in the kitchen, but aren’t ready to spend a paycheck for it, Paula Deen is the way to go. Her cookware sets have lots of neat features to appreciate, while also being affordable. If you’re a cooking newbie who wants to become more of a pro, her options are a small investment and a good place to start.
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Stay cool handles combined with five non-stick ceramic layers? Yes, please — especially at this price! Beyond being affordable, this Paula Dean Cookware Set has lightweight aluminum construction to heat up green beans or mac and cheese with ease. It’s also scratch-resistant, which is always a nice feature. All pots and pans are oven-friendly and dishwasher safe, too, and work for every kind of stovetop.
Set includes: 1.5-quart saucepot with lid, 2-quart saucepot with lid, 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch skillet, 6-quart stockpot with lid, and 2 kitchen utensils
Created with “stay-cool soft-touch” handles and a glass lid to see what’s cookin’, these fun pots and pans are classic kitchen must-haves. Best of all, the pans in this line are compatible with all stovetops.
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Moving house? This cookware set can still come with you. It works with all kinds of stove tops and is also oven-safe. Heavy gauged forged aluminum helps to evenly cook food without random hot spots in the pan, and nothing contains PFOAs.
Set includes: 8-inch frying pan, 9-inch frying pan, 1.2-quart sauce pan with lid, 1.7 quarts saucepan with lid, 3.5-quart sauté pan with lid, 4.5-quart Dutch oven with lid, one wood slotted spoon, and one wood slotted turner
Oster has it all. Whether you are looking for stainless steel cookware or ceramic-coated options, you can find it here. The brand is also moderately priced, making everyone happy.
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Durable and under $100, this Oster cookware set is nothing to pass over. The handles stay cool even as you turn up the heat, and the ceramic-coated aluminum interior warms food up quickly. It also works with all types of stove tops!
Set includes: 1.6-quart saucepan with lid, 3.1-quart saucepan with lid, 5.4-quart Dutch oven with lid, 8-inch frying pan, and 10-inch frying pan
For an easy buy, opt for a cookware set from Amazon Basics. Choose from 15-piece sets, non-stick options and more to customize your cooking to your needs.
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Even if you’re not much of a chef, it’s smart to have a cookware set handy. This one doesn’t break the budget, has amazing reviews on Amazon, and is of the non-stick variety. A spiral bottom helps to distribute heat throughout each pan, and the handles are soft and cool to the touch. To keep them in prime condition, we suggest not turning up the heat super high, but this will definitely get you through midnight munchies and your morning oatmeal.
Set includes: 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan, 1.5-quart saucepan with lid, 2-quart saucepan with lid, 3-quart casserole pan with lid, 5-quart casserole pan with lid, and 5-piece utensil set with pasta server, soup ladle, slotted turner, serving spoon, and slotted serving spoon
Not only are Pioneer Woman cookware sets affordable and practical, but they also come in the most beautiful designs. So, if you have your heart set on a vintage feel or love the warmth of grandma’s kitchen, this is the brand for you.
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We love watching “The Pioneer Woman,” so of course, we want to cook with what she uses. This set has a ton (24 to be exact) of pieces to work with, including a pre-seasoned cast iron skillet! The handles are made of silicone, which feels good in the hand, and we love that the lids have steam vents, too.
Set includes: 1-quart saucepan with lid, 2.5-quart saucepan with lid, 5.5-quart Dutch oven with lid, 9.5-inch fry pan, 12-inch skillet, 4 ceramic measuring bowls, 4 ceramic measuring spoons, 8-inch cast iron skillet, 2 silicone sleeves, 2 mini au gratins, and 4 cooking utensils
Make your finest pasta dishes from these Italian-manufactured pieces, including non-stick skillet sets. Whether it’s sauces, pasta, veggies, or more, you’ll be crafting meals with heat-resistant handles and PTFE coating for smooth, non-stick coating.
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Sardel makes some of the best cookware around, and this is a great set to go with if you’re new to the brand. Is it on the pricier side? Yes, but it’s high-quality stainless steel, which will hold up for years! It comes with all the key cooking pieces, and you can add more things to the set as you grow in your culinary skills.
Set includes: 10-inch skillet, 12-inch skillet, 2-quart saucepan, 4-quart sauté pan, 8-quart stock pan, and four matching lids
A trendy yet inexpensive option is Thyme and Table. The brand is nonstick while offering fun color schemes such as sage green, metallic rainbow, and soft blue.
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Looks aren’t anything but gawd; we do love the look of this cookware set from Thyme & Table. It’s so pretty that we’d happily keep it on our counters for the world to see. It’s designed to completely eliminate cooking hot spots, has three PFOA- and PFOS-free non-stick layers and seriously pretty metal hardware. Almost 1,000 people on Walmart give it a five-star rating, plus it comes in two other equally chic color options.
Set includes: 6-quart Dutch oven, 8-inch frying pan, 2.5-quart saucepan, 10-inch frying pan, 3.5-quart sauté pan with lid, and four cookware protectors.
Professional chefs use a variety of cookware depending on whatever they are preparing. However, certain types of cookware are more popular than others.
One type of cookware favored by culinary professionals is stainless steel. It doesn’t react to acid, can have a copper core for even heat distribution, and is good for making sauces, deglazing, and searing. Some of our favorite cookware brands that have stainless steel sets include:
Another type of cookware that chefs work with is cast iron. It’s good for dishes that need to be cooked slowly, like braised pork or caramelized onions, and also works for frying and searing. Capable of developing a non-stick surface over time, cast iron is also wonderful at retaining and distributing heat. If you’re interested in this type of cookware, we highly recommend checking out Le Creuset. It’s long-lasting and has iconic Dutch ovens.
Additionally, copper cookware is popular amongst chefs. It’s ideal for dishes that must maintain a specific temperature, such as sauces or syrups. It’s on the pricier side, but the plus is that it can be handed down through generations if properly cared for. We love this 7-piece set from Mauviel. Along with being gorgeous, it heats ingredients quickly and can be used on multiple surface types.
If you’re wary of non-stick cookware, you’re not alone. The main concern many have is the risk of toxic substances such as perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroakyl (PFAS) getting into the food once it hits a certain temperature. Fortunately, today, there is no shortage of healthy non-stick cookware options.
One cookware brand we like is GreenPan. Along with being high-performance, it’s PFAS-free. Other options include Caraway Cookware, which has a non-toxic coating, and Our Place Cookware, which is PFAS-free, made without Teflon and comes in biodegradable packaging. Another alternative is sticking to stainless steel cookware sets.
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