It’s also an excellent all-purpose pan to take with you traveling or a great option if you have limited kitchen space and want to consolidate your cookware. With HexClad, you don’t need separate pans for each task. I poured two cups of cold water into HexClad, All-Clad, Calphalon, Misen, and several other brands’ pans. The brand states that because of the stainless steel design, you can use metal tools — though, as with most cookware, sharp items aren't recommended since they could scratch the surface. HexClad also claims that these pans are oven-safe up to 500˚F, perfect for starting a dish on the stovetop and finishing it in the oven. The tempered glass lids are safe up to 400˚F. The HexClad 7-Piece Hybrid Set with Lids and Wok is on Oprah’s Favorite Things list. Oprah called the concept of healthy home cooking with HexClad “so hot.” Meet your new go-to. Powerful and versatile, our chef’s knife features an astonishingly sharp cutting edge that tapers to a precision tip. With an ergonomic handle and ideal balance, you’ll slice through hard vegetables or finely trim proteins with ease.

Keep your edge with a HexClad honing steel. It’s perfectly normal for premium steel blades—even ones made from Japanese Damascus steel—to feel less smooth in time. Occasional honing helps realign the microscopic ‘teeth’ of the knife edge for optimal cutting performance. As you can see in the results below, HexClad’s heat retention is above average and better than brands like Calphalon, Hestan, and All-Clad. Pan The foundation pieces every chef needs to sizzle, sear, and sauté. Having guests over for a festive gathering? Sauté seasonal veggies, sear your favourite protein, and simmer a savoury sauce. Get ready for culinary accolades. Your guests will never guess your secret weapon is HexClad. Includes a sizzling array of sizes: The durability of these pans makes them heavy. They're fairly well-balanced but could cause strain for some users.The key takeaway is that HexClad conducts and retains heat as well (if not better) than some of the more established brands on the market. Durability Per HexClad's guidance on proper use and care, I seasoned each pan in the set before using it. Following HexClad's instructions, I heated the pan over medium-low, spread 1 tsp of vegetable oil over the interior and then left it for 1 to 2 minutes before using. Over the course of testing, I also washed the pans by hand after using them, dried each pan thoroughly (with a towel or over a low flame) and reseasoned them if I washed them with soap.

A true triple-threat, our santoku knife makes easy work of chopping, dicing, and mincing. With a shorter blade than a chef’s knife, it’s ideal for fast, precision cuts. The wide face and sheepsfoot design (no point) also make it great for scooping ingredients. You’d never mistake these pans for cheap department-store cookware. They’re so reliable that Michelin-star chefs trust them in their kitchens.From peeling and cutting small fruits and vegetables to deveining shrimp, our paring knife sets the bar for precision performance. Short on blade, but long on capabilities, it puts total confidence and control in the palm of your hand. Round Handles:The handles are round, which makes them comfortable, but I’ve noticed my hand slipping several times as I slid food onto a plate. If your hands are greasy or wet, or you’re holding a towel or pot holder, there’s a high risk that the handle will rotate. The round handles work fine for most cooking techniques, but you’ll need to be extra careful when tilting the pan. Anolon X pans are made with a hard-anodized aluminum base; HexClad’s base is 3-ply stainless steel. After each pan reached a boil, I remove them from the heat and set them on the counter. After five minutes, water in the HexClad pan measured 120.7°F and after ten minutes it was 102.4°F.

Our utility knife puts an incredibly sharp edge in a smaller and extremely convenient formfactor. Whether you’re slicing proteins, herbs, or a sandwich, this knife is a kitchen workhorse that’s easy for beginners to handle and experts to master. There was a lot to like about this set, though some of the pros are also cons, depending on your perspective. High heat is not recommended. According to the brand, "Our pans perform the best on low to medium heat. Cooking on high heat will cause oil to burn and cause build-up, which is not covered by our warranty program." So you'll need to monitor your burner and adjust your cooking style if you're used to higher heat. If you don’t have time to read this entire comprehensive HexClad review, here are the key points. These insights are based on my experience testing HexClad pots and pansfor several years. Throughout the full review, you’ll find videos and over a dozen pictures I captured during my testing. Pros of HexClad It’s also a great option if you have limited space in your kitchen and are looking to consolidate your cookware. With HexClad, you don’t need separate pans for each task.

The perfect trio to round out your HexClad collection. This is your go-to when you want to make a pot of spicy gumbo, boil up potatoes to mash, or melt dark chocolate for a drizzle. There is no limit to what you can do when you have the right tools for the task. Satisfy your craving. Get creative with your family. Dazzle your guests. It is time to get cooking. Includes the perfect trio of sizes for every occasion: