Misen

Why r/BuyItForLife recommends Misen

53 mentions from real owners

• #1Dec 31, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Misen stainless steel cookware is definitely worth looking at. Bought a set of skillets, sauce pans, stock pot and braiser 4 years ago. Even with cooking daily and using the dishwasher it's still in excellent shape.

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• #2Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  This is what I came to say, until I saw your comment. All-Clad used to be the only game in town, but these days you can get stainless steel cheaper that is just as good. I actually love my Misen - it also has sealed edges unlike All-Clad, so it can be thrown in the dishwasher. But just about all tri-ply (or 5-ply, etc) stainless steel will be BIFL these days. Judging by the replies in this thread, my unpopular opinion is that modern stainless cookware is actually very good, and you don't need to spend All-Clad money to get it.

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• #3Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  All clad Made in Misen Staub If you stay under that umbrella you can’t really make a bad decision

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• #4Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  There are a few brands of countertop induction burners with a curved heating element that would work with a curved bottom pan like a wok. Some even come with an included pan. I can't speak from experience on those. We have a Misen carbon steel wok with a flat bottom and it works on our induction cooktop, though I'm not an experienced-enough wok user to know what I'm missing out on.

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• #5Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Not at all. For skillets, go for allclad, madein, misen, or calphalon. Maybe even consider carbon steel (have one from oxo I love). For a saucepan, I have a 3qt calohalon saucier that they don’t make anymore, but I have made in’s 2 qt saucier, I imagine they’re 3 qt is great too.

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• #6Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Misen

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• #7Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Misen, Misen anything. Incredible value for the price much better than my all clad. And they now have a stainless steel that is nonstick and I can vouch for that! So tired of throwing out nonstick year after year

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• #8Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  There’s no such thing as BIFL non stick. Stainless steel cast iron and carbon steel will last you forever but all of them have trade offs. SS is the easiest to keep but sticks the most. If you learn how to cook with it that can be mitigated but it wont perform like a true non stick. Cast iron and carbon steel form a seasoning that makes it stick less but they are heavy and have to be dried on the stove and cleaned without soap. Truthfully all 3 are worth owning. My suggestion is 1-2 stainless pans (ideally a 12 in all clad or madein and either a large sautee pan or a 10 in fry pan depending on what you cook) then either a cast iron (lodge) or carbon steel (lots of options but pricier and lighter - de buyer or Misen if you want budget). Those 3 pans will last you forever. I’d also get stainless pots in the sizes you want - my most used are a large stock pot and 3 quart saucier. But after those BIFL items - ide still buy at least 1 non stick pan that you need to throw out roughly every 3 years. Most of them perform the same. I’d just grab an oxo Tramontina or whatever is rated high on Amazon in the 50 dollar range. There’s just tasks that can’t be easily accomplished on another type of pan like an easy omelette, something you don’t want oil on, or a quick cleanup easy weeknight meal.

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• #9Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Stainless steel (all clad) are the only BIFL pans that are dishwasher safe. But, they’re not non-stick. If you want BIFL and non-stick, your options are cast iron or carbon steel, neither of which can be out in the dishwasher. Both require regular seasoning and a little extra care to wash them properly. IMO, the perfect set would be the following: 8” nitrided carbon steel from Misen. Not dishwasher safe, but low maintenance and non-stick. Use for eggs or small things like a single burger. I just got one of these and it’s absolutely magic. Non-stick without any coatings or seasoning. NOT dishwasher safe. 10” or 12” stainless steel by all-clad. Low maintenance. Can be out in dishwasher. 10” or 12” cast iron by Lodge (unpolished) or a fancy polished brand, of which there are many. 2qt and 3qt stainless saucepans by All Clad. 5qt - 6.5qt enameled cast iron Dutch oven by Lofge, Staub, or Le Creuset. Depends on your budget. All these will last a lifetime.

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• #10Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Any triple ply stainless steel cookware will last you decades. It does take a bit to learn how to use them properly. They have to get to the right temperature for the nonstick to work. Have some patience. I have all clad skillet and pans since 2015 and are absolutely amazing. I also got a set from misen (pretty close to all clad quality) and they’re also fantastic. I just got a “cheap” tramontina pot and even that is great. I got an Italian made pot from home goods and it’s been great as well. For pancakes, crepes and pizza, I use a cast iron pan.

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• #11Dec 30, 2025

  I never want to buy cookware again

  Misen is high quality and probably best bang for your buck brand.

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• #12Dec 22, 2025

  What was the best purchase you made this year?

  I'm very happy with my Misen frying pan.

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• #13Dec 20, 2025

  Anyone bought this before ?

  I just picked up one of misen’s nitrogen-anodized carbon steel pans and it is fantastic. Prudent review’s video on it sold me. Only downside is that the pan is pretty shallow so you can’t cook much in it. Really wished misen made them deeper…

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• #14Dec 20, 2025

  Anyone bought this before ?

  I'm in the process of upgrading my cookware, and spent some coin getting a Misen stainless frypan because my T-Fal one is on its way out. It's amazing, but I found out apparently we had gotten some kinda value pack of the nonstick stuff, so even if I tossed our current nonstick away, there are like five others squirreled away somewhere in the house. Dutch oven and sauce pan next, because I KNOW for a fact that we don't have any spares lying around, and they need to be replaced.

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• #15Dec 4, 2025

  What’s the BIFL item that you love but everyone around you thinks is ridiculous?

  They actually downplay it. They give you all these instructions telling you to put oil in after using it the first bunch of times, and heating up the oil, I’m assuming to season it. But out of the box, it’s only slightly less nonstick than a brand new Teflon. And if you’ve used Teflon, you know how quickly that one loses its nonstick ability. A brand new, unseasoned Misen carbon nonstick is about as nonstick, in my estimation as a 1-2 week old Teflon pan. The second thing I cooked on my Misen pan was scrambled eggs, I forgot to put any butter/oil in the pan, and it was still more nonstick than the Teflon pan it was replacing. There were like 2 little flecks of egg that didn’t slide around in the pan, but they still came off immediately with the wipe of a paper towel. If I had put some butter in there, it would have been like brand new Teflon.

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• #16Dec 3, 2025

  What’s the BIFL item that you love but everyone around you thinks is ridiculous?

  I am really liking the Misen Nitrided Carbon Steel. They call it “carbon nonstick”.

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• #17Dec 3, 2025

  Healthy but easy-to-use/maintain Pans to replace non-stick (for my cooking style) ?

  And if you can't afford Misen, the carbon steel pans from Ikea are a great alternative.

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• #18Dec 1, 2025

  Which type of pan is the BIFL king?

  Quality nitrided cast iron: Misen, Analon, Kitchenaid

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• #19Dec 1, 2025

  Which type of pan is the BIFL king?

  I just got a misen carbon non-stick and I'm in love with it. I can't believe how good the non-stick property is and you don't have to baby it. I haven't had it long but it's steel with an aluminum core and there's no coating, so there really isn't any reason it shouldn't last functionally for life. Their other products are good quality so I feel confident recommending it on this sub despite not having had it very long. 

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• #20Dec 1, 2025

  What have you used the most at home these two years?

  - A robot vacuum is 100% worth the investment. I have the Roborock s8 maxV ultra and it auto empties after vacuuming plus washes and dries its mop and after mopping so I don’t have to do much apart from changing the water every few days. - A sweater/fabric shaver. I have the plug in version so I don’t run out of charge mid sweater. It’s by the Beautural brand on Amazon. It hasn’t given me grief and works well. - Stainless steel cookware by Misen. I bought these about 5 years ago and they’ve held up beautifully. They seem pretty similar to All-clad and significantly cheaper at the time. - A kitchen knife set by Mercer. I have the M23500 Renaissance and it’s held up quite well. I don’t have to sharpen them quite often and they’re comfortable to hold and use. They come in a glass case which is pretty to look at too, although if you had young kids you wouldn’t want the knife set out on the counter.

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• #21Nov 4, 2025

  What do you think about Misen?

  Different. Shun makes Japanese style knives, Misen makes Western ones. Which you prefer is really a matter of taste. I can say that I have Misens and love them, Shun strikes me as rather overpriced for what you get. But I also prefer a Western style knife, so the mega-fancy guyotos and usubas don't have as much of a hold on me as they do on others. I do love a nakiri, though. 

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• #22Nov 3, 2025

  What's the best cookware you've ever had?

  So far it's my cast iron pans, but i have a sneeking suspicion that this misen titanium non-nonstick nonstick pan is got a couple months ago is going to be a strong contender.

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• #23Nov 2, 2025

  What's the best cookware you've ever had?

  So far, honestly, my Misen knives. I do not sharpen those as regularly as I should and those suckers still tear through tomatoes no matter what.

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• #24Nov 2, 2025

  What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?

  My stainless MISEN cookware

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• #25Nov 2, 2025

  I need new induction cookware I won’t have to throw away in two years.

  Skip the boxed sets and get a few quality pieces. Tri-ply stainless skillet, a nonstick pan for eggs, a saucepan, and a Dutch oven. Made In, Misen, or All-Clad are great; Lodge or Le Creuset for Dutch ovens. Make sure they’re induction-compatible too 👌

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• #26Nov 2, 2025

  I need new induction cookware I won’t have to throw away in two years.

  You can get the essential cookware BIFL for under $500. Lodge 6qt or 7.5qt enameled cast iron Dutch oven. I’d go bigger if you make more soups/stews and smaller if you’re mostly cooking for 2 or like baking bread. This doubles as your stock pot. $100 - $120. - go with Staub or Le Creuset if money is no object. Lodge 12” cast iron skillet $40. - Antiques are better if you can find one. You’ll cook most of your meats in here. You could theoretically stop here. But, you’ll probably want some smaller, lighter, easier to use pots and pans. All-Clad D3 3qt stainless steel saucepan with lid $150. - Just a staple of every kitchen and will last for generations. I don’t think you can damage this if you try. Maybe if you left severely burned caramel stuck to the bottom. But even that could probably be fixed. Misen Carbon nonstick (nitrided) 10” fry pan $120 - Easier to use and less maintenance than regular carbon steel or cast iron. Perfect BIFL alternative to teflon or ceramic nonstick. Can you make eggs in cast iron? Sure. But, this pan will make eggs way easier.

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• #27Nov 1, 2025

  Misen Knife was dropped resulting in the end snapping off. Misen no longer ship outside of the US so they gave me a full refund 4 years after purchase making good on their lifetime guarantee

  It's strangely kinda nice to work with in this current profile. I actually prefer my broken misen to my wusthof

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• #28Nov 1, 2025

  All Clad Joke? I guess so.

  If you're looking for a good non-stick that is likely to last, I just got a misen carbon non-stick pan and it's so unbelievably good. I can't believe how non-stick it is, like better than any Teflon or ceramic pan I've ever used. It's not a coating like Teflon so it won't come off. You don't have to baby it and can use metal utensils on it and stuff. I can't say enough good things about it. I've only had it about 2 months so can't speak to longevity but the carbon steel surface should in theory make it the longest lasting non-stick pan. 

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• #29Oct 4, 2025

  What is the best kitchen gadget under $100 that you own?

  A decent chef's knife, I have one from Misen my friends gifted me and it's been a life saver. Get them some sharpening stones too, nothing beats a sharp knife for easy prep.

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• #30Oct 2, 2025

  Are Misen Pans BIFL?

  I've been a supporter of Misen since their first chef knife Kickstarter in 2015. I backed their full stainless set two years later, and have bought multiple non-stick pans as well. Even gave some away to friends when I upgraded. The stainless look like I just got them; excepting that nice caramel brown patina that pans get when you use them a lot. I use them every week, multiple times. The non-stick pans are still going strong after six years; no visible signs of wear. I take care of them, don't use metal utensils and don't wash them while they're boiling hot. They are a solid product and I think they will last for many more years. And, I still haven't found a chef's knife--especially their second (current) version--thats more comfortable for long prep sessions. The scalloped bolster fits my hand perfectly. YMMV, though...kitchen stuff is highly subjective. Don't have one of their new ones, can't afford it at the moment. But I'll probably pick one up later on.

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• #31Sep 5, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  Misen is nice

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• #32Sep 5, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  [Misen Carbon Nonstick pan review](https://prudentreviews.com/misen-carbon-nonstick-review/)

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• #33Sep 5, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  I have found that [Misen](https://misen.com) is actually worth the hype.

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• #34Sep 5, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  Try the new Misen Carbon Nonstick. Nitriding coating are ultra hard. It's not going to be eggs slide on a dry pan slippy, but everything I have seen about them shows extreme longevity and durability compared to normal nonstick.

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• #35Sep 4, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  Misen Carbon Nonstick. Nitride coated carbon steel with aluminum core. It starts it's life non stick as continues as the seasoning builds like normal carbon steel. Recently got my Kickstarter for a 10" and 12" and it's mind boggling.

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• #36Sep 4, 2025

  What frying pans are we buying? Tired of nonstick pans that only last 6 months.

  Misen has a new nonstick carbon steel pan w/aluminum core that isn't coated, but is nitrided in a special way that's supposed to make it almost as nonstick as Teflon. Mine hasn't arrived yet, but the early reviews look promising and it should be virtually maintenance free. You just can't stick it in the dishwasher (or at least not on a regular basis).

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• #37Aug 8, 2025

  Looking to replace every single item we own

  Cookware: If you have a gas cooktop, you can’t beat a 12” Lodge Cast Iron Skillet. I did 80-90% of my cooking in that one pan. On an electric, I hated Misen, but am loving Hexclad Mattress: I went Helix Elite. Absolutely no regrets. Previously had Casper that I had to put a $400 topper on, and the Helix is FAR superior. Sofa: LoveSac. Comfortable, durable, customizable. Outstanding.

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• #38Aug 7, 2025

  Looking to replace every single item we own

  Cookware: I'd go w/ tri or 5-ply stainless steel. I have Cuisinart brand, but have noticed, because rims aren't sealed, the edges are getting sharp (similar to problem All-Clad was sued over). Misen and some other brands have sealed rims. Really only comes into play if like to use dishwasher. Another non-sealed/enclosed brand that's good but affordable is Tramontina. Also I'm leaning towards carbon steel pans as a non-stick option. Check threads for recommendations. Also America's Test Kitchen and other review channels on YT for other cookware suggestions. My personal affordable but good would include a Tramontina SS set that includes a 3.5-4 qt casserole, Lodge enameled dutch oven, a carbon steel pan. FWIW, for some of the more expensive pieces, cookware tends to go on sale/best discounts in October and maaybe v. early Nov each year.

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• #39Aug 7, 2025

  Lifelong nonstick pans - do they exist?

  Yes. Stainless steel. These will probably be in one of my great great grandkids kitchens. I have a full set & haven’t even thought of another brand since. Oh. Got their knives as well. https://misen.com/ Premium Kitchen Knives Cookware | Misen

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• #40Aug 7, 2025

  Lifelong nonstick pans - do they exist?

  There is a new one coming from Misen that is case nitrogen hardened carbon steel that is supposedly going to be non stick but not a Teflon type coating. I can’t vouch for it as far as non stickness or durability though.

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• #41Jul 11, 2025

  Fed up with chipping knives - need a real workhorse

  We’ve been thrilled with the Misen knives we got. They may not be the fanciest but they’ve done great.

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• #42May 10, 2025

  Brands you swear by that have Buy It For Life quality products

  I recommend Misen over All clad. I have used both for years now

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• #43May 7, 2025

  Is it necessary to spend $40 or $50 for an 8-10” ceramic skillet?

  Or look at Misen for pots and pans. They have great skillets and sales personally, I’d never use ceramic even with my induction range!

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• #44May 7, 2025

  So is there really no non-stick pan that is safe to use as long as it isn’t chipped?

  Misen has a new kickstarter for a "nonstick" carbon steel pan. Apprently some process called "nirtriding" that is starting to be used by other companies. They claim... well.. check out their claims [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/misenkitchen/the-misen-carbon-nonstick-pan](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/misenkitchen/the-misen-carbon-nonstick-pan)

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• #45Apr 14, 2025

  Best Kitchen Cookware Set on the Market Now?

  MISEN all stainless!!! Without question.

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• #46Apr 7, 2025

  Best Cooking Pans Now? Recommendation?

  Misen stainless steel pan hasn't let me down

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• #47Mar 11, 2025

  What's the most expensive item you've bought with the intention of keeping it for life?

  My MISEN stainless cookware set

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• #48Feb 7, 2025

  Cast iron or Carbon steel? Both suck?

  I've used carbon steel and cast iron. I liked them both fine, but I've now made the switch to stainless steel, and it's the only thing I use for everyday cooking. Carbon steel is lighter than cast iron, and generally a smoother cooking surface. But I found that mine (Misen) couldn't hold its seasoning when I cooked anything acidic. That's normal, but I like adding a little lemon or tomato to a lot of my dishes. I just couldn't get the non-stick component to work for me. I also had a hard time telling when the color on my pan was seasoning vs oxidation. Cast iron was my go to for browning meat as it retains heat really nicely and evenly. I initially bought into the no soap idea, and it was hard to keep clean. Then when I started using soap it was (obviously) quite a bit easier to keep in good condition. But there's a similar issue with stripping seasoning with acidic food. Plus it's heavy, and it was difficult to wash in my tiny sink. It ended up just not being worth it when I only wanted to fry an egg or something simple. Stainless steel is lighter, and with the proper pre-heating, can be as non-stick as either of the other options (if not better, in my experience at least.) Check out some youtube videos on how to preheat and oil stainless. I've achieved reliable "slidey eggs" in my stainless steel, with minimal fat in the pan. Stainless is less fussy than the others, you can cook whatever you like in it. And if something does stick, you don't have to worry about ruining the seasoning you've spent weeks or months building up. They're basically indestructible if you buy something nice, and that doesn't necessarily mean expensive. I got a couple pieces from Goldilocks and I love them. https://cookgoldilocks.com/collections/shop-all

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• #49Feb 7, 2025

  What brands do you trust to always deliver a high quality product?

  AYR and ME+EM for clothing, Garrett Wade for spun iron cook/bakeware and candleholders, Misen for knives (so cheap, sharpen like a dream), Linoto for napkins, The Ordinary for skincare, Nisolo and The Office of Angela Scott for footwear. 

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• #50Feb 3, 2025

  What brand / type of pots & pans are worth investing in as a young adult?

  I don’t know about for life since I’ve only had them for four or five years, but my Missen are an exceptional value for what I paid for them. I am very happy with them. any nonstick pan that gets heavy use only lasts so long. check them out. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

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• #51Jan 2, 2025

  Stainless steel cookware recommendations?

  misen. like all clad. direct to consumer, though. . probably direct from china. still. far less money.

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• #52Jan 2, 2025

  Stainless steel cookware recommendations?

  and just to answer your question i use MISEN 5ply stainless steel cookware and theyre amazing, highly recommend but it takes some getting used to, the teflon pans are easy to use, SS takes a bit of practice so expect the beginning to be a little painful but youll get the hang of it.

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• #53Jan 1, 2025

  Need help choosing pots and pans

  Misen is another good one

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