4.0 out of 5 stars Good choice for the sagacious amateur

2026-01-31    -Simeon

Extremely pleased with the quality of these Calphalon skillets. I wanted All-Clad but decided that the increased quality probably didn’t justify the massive increase in price for my amateur kitchen. These pieces have a nice weight, heat evenly, flare slightly at the rim, and produce an excellent breakfast scramble. My only gripe is the brutalist handle with square shaped holes.. looks so Soviet. They are well made and fully functional, stay cool over gas burners, but I just find the aesthetic off putting. Rounded edges and maybe a nice curve and these would be 5 stars. I‘ll get used to the handles - nice bang for my buk. Recommended.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good choice for the sagacious amateur

2026-02-21    -Simeon

Extremely pleased with the quality of these Calphalon skillets. I wanted All-Clad but decided that the increased quality probably didn’t justify the massive increase in price for my amateur kitchen. These pieces have a nice weight, heat evenly, flare slightly at the rim, and produce an excellent breakfast scramble. My only gripe is the brutalist handle with square shaped holes.. looks so Soviet. They are well made and fully functional, stay cool over gas burners, but I just find the aesthetic off putting. Rounded edges and maybe a nice curve and these would be 5 stars. I‘ll get used to the handles - nice bang for my buk. Recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing set of stainless steel pans

2026-01-15    -Dave B

I'm a big Calphalon fan.When I first moved out on my own when I was much younger, the first actual pans I ever got as a gift from my father were Calphalon.Years ago due to health reasons we stopped using non-stick cookware, and so I was absolutely thrilled to see these. I was super excited and was not disappointed.Opening them up, they look and feel great. They can be used pretty much on anything, and should work even on induction cooktops, though I cannot test this as I don't have one. That is a major plus if you ever head that route however, as you'll already have pans that will work. The build quality seems excellent here, and they came shining and smooth. They've got a nice weight to them, but aren't too heavy like cast iron is. They feel sturdy. Stainless steel is also going to outlast non-stick cookware, so I expect we'll be getting a good long run our of this set.Some huge pluses here? These are marked as oven safe. If you like steaks and you pick up a set of these, and have never done it. Do yourself a favor and finish them up in the oven.Another thing I noticed is when I was making food earlier is the handle, despite also being metal, was not hot. If you keep going long enough it would probably heat up a bit, but didn't with what I cooked (ramen, eggs, fajitas and peppers so far). The pans heat up super quick, and were easy to clean. I was able to get them back to their normal state even after using a deep red sauce.The lids are also great, and look like they're going to be easy to clean.As far as the value, if you've been using cheap pots and pans all your life, you kind of don't know what you're missing in a pot or pan that will cost you a little more. Overall I think these are a great value for what they do, and how long they should last you.

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent quality stainless steel cookware set

2026-02-11    -A. Strong

This stainless steel cookware set by Calphalon is a really nice set of pots and pans that covers pretty much every size and shape needed to fully set up a kitchen for optimal cooking.This would be a fantastic starter set, perfect as a bridal shower or wedding gift.The cookware is stainless steel, and it's really well balanced. It cooks food evenly, the surface is surprisingly non-stick, and it does a beautiful job of caramelizing mushrooms, chicken, and onions.I have an induction cooktop, and these work great with my cooktop.The handles are comfortable to hold, and I didn't have any issues with them getting too hot while I was cooking.I was a little bit hesitant to use the frying pans because I have had negative experiences in the past when cooking with stainless steel that is not non-stick, so I was surprised at how slick and non-sticky these pans were. I was able to sear chicken and create a mushroom sauce, and when the meal was done, my pan didn't have bits stuck all over it. This set has given me the confidence to cook with stainless steel. I love the crispy caramelization that I can get when using these pans! It's so different from my usual non-stick cookware. It opens a whole new world of cooking to explore!These pans are thick and durable, and if taken care of, I expect that they can last a lifetime. They wash easily and clean well. And they are beautiful.At the time of this review, this set is $249.99. This is what I would expect to pay for a set from this brand, and of this quality. I love all the shapes and sizes included in this set, and the clear glass lids are my preference for being able to see my food and keep the moisture and heat in as it's cooking. This set is a good value, and I recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent quality stainless steel cookware set

2026-03-05    -A. Strong

This stainless steel cookware set by Calphalon is a really nice set of pots and pans that covers pretty much every size and shape needed to fully set up a kitchen for optimal cooking.This would be a fantastic starter set, perfect as a bridal shower or wedding gift.The cookware is stainless steel, and it's really well balanced. It cooks food evenly, the surface is surprisingly non-stick, and it does a beautiful job of caramelizing mushrooms, chicken, and onions.I have an induction cooktop, and these work great with my cooktop.The handles are comfortable to hold, and I didn't have any issues with them getting too hot while I was cooking.I was a little bit hesitant to use the frying pans because I have had negative experiences in the past when cooking with stainless steel that is not non-stick, so I was surprised at how slick and non-sticky these pans were. I was able to sear chicken and create a mushroom sauce, and when the meal was done, my pan didn't have bits stuck all over it. This set has given me the confidence to cook with stainless steel. I love the crispy caramelization that I can get when using these pans! It's so different from my usual non-stick cookware. It opens a whole new world of cooking to explore!These pans are thick and durable, and if taken care of, I expect that they can last a lifetime. They wash easily and clean well. And they are beautiful.At the time of this review, this set is $249.99. This is what I would expect to pay for a set from this brand, and of this quality. I love all the shapes and sizes included in this set, and the clear glass lids are my preference for being able to see my food and keep the moisture and heat in as it's cooking. This set is a good value, and I recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing set of stainless steel pans

2026-01-29    -Dave B

I'm a big Calphalon fan.When I first moved out on my own when I was much younger, the first actual pans I ever got as a gift from my father were Calphalon.Years ago due to health reasons we stopped using non-stick cookware, and so I was absolutely thrilled to see these. I was super excited and was not disappointed.Opening them up, they look and feel great. They can be used pretty much on anything, and should work even on induction cooktops, though I cannot test this as I don't have one. That is a major plus if you ever head that route however, as you'll already have pans that will work. The build quality seems excellent here, and they came shining and smooth. They've got a nice weight to them, but aren't too heavy like cast iron is. They feel sturdy. Stainless steel is also going to outlast non-stick cookware, so I expect we'll be getting a good long run our of this set.Some huge pluses here? These are marked as oven safe. If you like steaks and you pick up a set of these, and have never done it. Do yourself a favor and finish them up in the oven.Another thing I noticed is when I was making food earlier is the handle, despite also being metal, was not hot. If you keep going long enough it would probably heat up a bit, but didn't with what I cooked (ramen, eggs, fajitas and peppers so far). The pans heat up super quick, and were easy to clean. I was able to get them back to their normal state even after using a deep red sauce.The lids are also great, and look like they're going to be easy to clean.As far as the value, if you've been using cheap pots and pans all your life, you kind of don't know what you're missing in a pot or pan that will cost you a little more. Overall I think these are a great value for what they do, and how long they should last you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love

2026-02-06    -Savanah

Absolutely love these pans. They are very non stick, I was very impressed with this. Heavy duty and easy to clean.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love

2026-01-18    -Savanah

Absolutely love these pans. They are very non stick, I was very impressed with this. Heavy duty and easy to clean.