The Best Ceramic Cookware Sets In 2022
JasminkaM/Shutterstock By Helena Nichols/April 19, 2022 12:45 pm EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ceramic cookware has taken the world by storm in recent years. While enameled cast iron pots and pans have been around for over a century, according to The Cast Iron Collector, enameled cookware has taken on new life with the push away from Teflon-coated nonstick cookware. Ceramic-coated pots and pans have seen a huge uptick in recent years, and for good reason. The ceramic coating acts as a nontoxic, Teflon-free alternative. Consumers no longer have to choose between uncoated metal pans that are prone to sticking and Teflon-coated pans that can easily scratch and release plastics (albeit generally not harmful) into the food. Ceramic-coated aluminum is less expensive than stainless steel, eco-friendly, lightweight, and not reactive to acidic foods, according to Prudent Reviews. Plus, they come in pretty colors.
But as with any product, not all cookware is created equal. It can be time-consuming to wade through all the options to find the right pan for your needs. What’s right for one task might not be right for another. Luckily, we have done the legwork for you and compiled a list of the best of the best. If you’re in the market for some new cookware, then keep reading. You won’t want to miss our roundup of the best ceramic cookware sets of 2022.
Best overall ceramic cookware set
Williams Sonoma
Picking the best overall cookware set was incredibly difficult; having so many good options was both a blessing and a curse. After searching through all the available options though, we finally landed on the Revolution Ceramic Nonstick Set from ceramic cookware staple GreenPan. The company has been taking the ceramic cookware world by storm, offering a lot of collections with different features and styles to fit every person’s needs. Its Revolution line in particular will have everything you could ask for. If you are looking for a solid, versatile set, then this is your answer.
The set comes with two frying pans, three pot sizes with lids, and a sauté pan with a lid. Its nonstick coating lives up to its reputation. Home cooks on Williams Sonoma’s website who used the pans regularly found they seamlessly released food and cooked without creating a burning or sticky mess. Pretty impressive. The pans are induction-compatible, dishwasher-safe, and oven-safe up to 600 degrees. Plus, they come in three lovely colors. The set is pricier than some of the other options, but not as expensive as some high-end sets. With 10 pieces included and all these features, it really ticked all the boxes. Purchase GreenPan Revolution Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma starting at $199.99.
Best splurge
Williams Sonoma
Caraway is one of the most heavily advertised ceramic cookware brands. The company’s reputation precedes it, and for good reason. Caraway offers beautifully designed and constructed cookware that practically ooze luxury. The Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set is fancy, and it knows it. The set comes with a magnetic pan rack and canvas lid holder to help store them appropriately. And in addition to being a bigger monetary investment, they also require more of a time commitment: The pots and pans in this set are not machine-washable.
With all that in mind, we still feel if you are able to put the time and effort into treating this set as it wishes to be treated, these pots and pans are worth it. The set is gorgeous; the design is sleek, colorful, and timeless. They would feel at home in any kitchen. They are heat-resistant up to 650 degrees and are induction-compatible. While their lids aren’t see-through, they do have steam vents which help to gauge what cooking stage the food is at. Perhaps most importantly, reviewers from Williams Sonoma and The Kitchn both commented on how quickly and evenly the pans cooked. At nearly $400 they are certainly a splurge, but hey, at least they come with the pan rack and lid holder. Purchase the Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma for $395.
The Best Ceramic Cookware Sets In 2022
JasminkaM/Shutterstock
By Helena Nichols/April 19, 2022 12:45 pm EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ceramic cookware has taken the world by storm in recent years. While enameled cast iron pots and pans have been around for over a century, according to The Cast Iron Collector, enameled cookware has taken on new life with the push away from Teflon-coated nonstick cookware. Ceramic-coated pots and pans have seen a huge uptick in recent years, and for good reason. The ceramic coating acts as a nontoxic, Teflon-free alternative. Consumers no longer have to choose between uncoated metal pans that are prone to sticking and Teflon-coated pans that can easily scratch and release plastics (albeit generally not harmful) into the food. Ceramic-coated aluminum is less expensive than stainless steel, eco-friendly, lightweight, and not reactive to acidic foods, according to Prudent Reviews. Plus, they come in pretty colors.
But as with any product, not all cookware is created equal. It can be time-consuming to wade through all the options to find the right pan for your needs. What’s right for one task might not be right for another. Luckily, we have done the legwork for you and compiled a list of the best of the best. If you’re in the market for some new cookware, then keep reading. You won’t want to miss our roundup of the best ceramic cookware sets of 2022.
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.
But as with any product, not all cookware is created equal. It can be time-consuming to wade through all the options to find the right pan for your needs. What’s right for one task might not be right for another. Luckily, we have done the legwork for you and compiled a list of the best of the best. If you’re in the market for some new cookware, then keep reading. You won’t want to miss our roundup of the best ceramic cookware sets of 2022.
How we selected our products
As with any cooking implement, we wanted first to make sure the products on this list cooked well. If your pots and pans don’t heat evenly, then they are of little use to you. We judged our pans based on how well and evenly they heated and cooked food. We combed through reader reviews and professional testers to ensure the cookware would prepare your food to perfection. We also wanted to ensure that the ceramic coating truly helped prevent sticking. Ceramic is touted as the answer to the nonstick pan dilemma, so having a pan that sticks, or whose coating wears away after only a few uses, defeats the purpose.
We also looked at specific features that would appeal to people with specific needs. For those with induction stovetops, we wanted to see which pans were induction-compatible. For those who like or need an easy cleanup, we looked at whether they were dishwasher safe. We checked on their oven and heat tolerance and their life expectancy. Finally, since one of the big draws of ceramic cookware is the color capability, we also took style into account. Traditional nonstick pans are nothing to look at, so if ceramic cookware is truly going to be a rival, it needs to deliver on all fronts.
We also looked at specific features that would appeal to people with specific needs. For those with induction stovetops, we wanted to see which pans were induction-compatible. For those who like or need an easy cleanup, we looked at whether they were dishwasher safe. We checked on their oven and heat tolerance and their life expectancy. Finally, since one of the big draws of ceramic cookware is the color capability, we also took style into account. Traditional nonstick pans are nothing to look at, so if ceramic cookware is truly going to be a rival, it needs to deliver on all fronts.
Best overall ceramic cookware set
Williams Sonoma
Picking the best overall cookware set was incredibly difficult; having so many good options was both a blessing and a curse. After searching through all the available options though, we finally landed on the Revolution Ceramic Nonstick Set from ceramic cookware staple GreenPan. The company has been taking the ceramic cookware world by storm, offering a lot of collections with different features and styles to fit every person’s needs. Its Revolution line in particular will have everything you could ask for. If you are looking for a solid, versatile set, then this is your answer.
The set comes with two frying pans, three pot sizes with lids, and a sauté pan with a lid. Its nonstick coating lives up to its reputation. Home cooks on Williams Sonoma’s website who used the pans regularly found they seamlessly released food and cooked without creating a burning or sticky mess. Pretty impressive. The pans are induction-compatible, dishwasher-safe, and oven-safe up to 600 degrees. Plus, they come in three lovely colors. The set is pricier than some of the other options, but not as expensive as some high-end sets. With 10 pieces included and all these features, it really ticked all the boxes. Purchase GreenPan Revolution Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma starting at $199.99.
The set comes with two frying pans, three pot sizes with lids, and a sauté pan with a lid. Its nonstick coating lives up to its reputation. Home cooks on Williams Sonoma’s website who used the pans regularly found they seamlessly released food and cooked without creating a burning or sticky mess. Pretty impressive. The pans are induction-compatible, dishwasher-safe, and oven-safe up to 600 degrees. Plus, they come in three lovely colors. The set is pricier than some of the other options, but not as expensive as some high-end sets. With 10 pieces included and all these features, it really ticked all the boxes.
Purchase GreenPan Revolution Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma starting at $199.99.
Best overall runner-up
Best budget ceramic cookware set
For us, though, there were a few key points that tipped the scale to T-fal’s advantage. The first is that while both are technically oven-safe, Farberware is only oven-safe up to 350 degrees. That may be good for reheating, but not for much else. T-fal, on the other hand, is oven-safe to 570 degrees. The set is also a little larger, offering an additional lid and kitchen tool. The user experience with the pan was generally favorable, saying it really was nonstick, though one commenter warns that they are more prone to overheating and staining more than other more expensive options. Finally, this is the budget category, and T-fal Initiatives does come in cheaper than its Farberware competitor.
Best splurge
Caraway is one of the most heavily advertised ceramic cookware brands. The company’s reputation precedes it, and for good reason. Caraway offers beautifully designed and constructed cookware that practically ooze luxury. The Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set is fancy, and it knows it. The set comes with a magnetic pan rack and canvas lid holder to help store them appropriately. And in addition to being a bigger monetary investment, they also require more of a time commitment: The pots and pans in this set are not machine-washable.
With all that in mind, we still feel if you are able to put the time and effort into treating this set as it wishes to be treated, these pots and pans are worth it. The set is gorgeous; the design is sleek, colorful, and timeless. They would feel at home in any kitchen. They are heat-resistant up to 650 degrees and are induction-compatible. While their lids aren’t see-through, they do have steam vents which help to gauge what cooking stage the food is at. Perhaps most importantly, reviewers from Williams Sonoma and The Kitchn both commented on how quickly and evenly the pans cooked. At nearly $400 they are certainly a splurge, but hey, at least they come with the pan rack and lid holder. Purchase the Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma for $395.
With all that in mind, we still feel if you are able to put the time and effort into treating this set as it wishes to be treated, these pots and pans are worth it. The set is gorgeous; the design is sleek, colorful, and timeless. They would feel at home in any kitchen. They are heat-resistant up to 650 degrees and are induction-compatible. While their lids aren’t see-through, they do have steam vents which help to gauge what cooking stage the food is at. Perhaps most importantly, reviewers from Williams Sonoma and The Kitchn both commented on how quickly and evenly the pans cooked. At nearly $400 they are certainly a splurge, but hey, at least they come with the pan rack and lid holder.
Purchase the Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set from Williams Sonoma for $395.
Best ceramic cookware set for induction stoves
Best for ovens
Best baking set
Staub is known in the industry for their quality, production, and yes, their price. Staub has been around for decades, and many of their pieces are still made in France. We have chosen the Staub 6 Piece Ceramic Baking Dish Set as our top pick. At $169.95, the set isn’t cheap, but it also isn’t the most expensive choice the company has to offer. The dishes are all oven- and broiler-safe, as well as being microwave-safe (a bonus for reheating leftovers). The pieces are scratch-resistant and offer true handles to make them easy to maneuver. Additionally, the pieces have a beautiful, classic, rustic French feel to them, making them wonderful for serving as well.
Best for small kitchens
The Neoflam Nine Piece Nonstick Cast Aluminum Cookware Set comes with four pot and pan bases, and here is the part that sets it apart: There is only one handle. The handle that comes with the set is removable, which allows all the pots and pans to be stacked evenly. It also comes with two cooking lids, plus snap-on lids for food storage. The pans themselves (though not the handle or the lids) are oven-safe up to 455 degrees, meaning these pans can double as baking dishes. While the single handle can be limiting for more advanced cooks, they are a great space-saving set. Plus, everything in the set is safe for the dishwasher.
Best style
Neoflam Retro Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set beautifully melds style and functionality. The retro design comes in both mint blue and pink, and the insides and handles match the tan color of the ball on the top of the lid. Everything about these pots and pans screams sleek and curvy, somehow offering a modern, clean look with classic, arching elegance. The set is relatively small but is comparable to that of Caraway’s, offering two pots, a frying pan, two lids, and two silicone pot holders in matching colors. The lids are clear, which adds to the sleek look and allows for better monitoring of food than Caraway. The set isn’t induction- or oven-safe, though it is fine for the dishwasher. And really, these are the kinds of pans you get for show and not extravagant cooking.
Best warranty
The Bialetti 10-Piece Hard Anodized Ceramic Pro Pots and Pans Kitchen Cookware Set is everything you would want (and a little more!) from a mid-price pan set. The pans themselves aren’t much to look at. They have a matte black base and black interior, both uncommon and somewhat boring, considering the options available for ceramics. That said, they are sturdy workhorse pans — as long as you don’t have an induction stove. Along with their 10-year warranty, the pans are oven-safe up to 400 degrees. While the pans are only hand-washable, their nonstick surface is so impressive that you won’t care. According to one reviewer, even burned on food slips right off. They also report that the pans are thick enough to provide an even cooking. For under $200 you get the guarantee of a good cook for the next decade with Bialetti.
