Best Buy It for Life Pot Brands

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Le Creuset · 1 of 5

Le Creuset Traditional Petite Stockpot

$76.00

Le Creuset

Reddit mentions

  • “Someone else said this as well but don’t buy a big set of one brand. I did that and I got rid of it all of it within a few years and I now have mish mash of different pots / pans…”
  • “I’m a guy, I still catch myself starting to use metal utensils on these and similar.. Whisks were used for sure, he misewell fess up and replace it lol. FYI their customer…”
  • “Definitely the Le Creuset cookware. I abuse those pots, I was buying a new size pot a couple of years ago and the salesperson asked if I wanted their special cleaning paste. I said…”
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All-Clad · 1 of 5

All-Clad 3-Ply Stainless Steel Saucepan

$149.95

All-Clad

The All-Clad 3 quart saucepan with Lid has the strength and size to handle many cooking tasks in any kitchen. The All-Clad 3 quart sauce pan heats quickly, making it ideal for boiling water for pasta or potatoes or blanching vegetables. The lid with handle fits securely onto the pan so no heat is lost during cooking. Perfect for large families or preparing food for the holidays, the All-Clad 3 quart saucepan is a great pan for any kitchen. All-Clad has reinvented their most popular All-Clad stainless cookware line for their 40th anniversary and 20th anniversary of the stainless line. Some of the key changes: All Clad Stainless Cookware is now entirely made in the USA, including the handles a…

Reddit mentions

  • “I’d recommend not one, but 2 All-Clad 3-quart saucepans, because we end up using both of them at the same time when cooking even simple meals. We have a 10” non-stick Le Creuset…”
  • “We have 2 All Clad stainless steel pots and they’ve been great. I don’t see a reason to have non-stick pots, not like we fry eggs in the pots. But anyways, great heat retention,…”
  • “Carbon steel for frying pans , 6 , 8, 10 inch pans SS for the pots /1,2.5,3,4 ,8 quarts . All clad or whatever Costco 3ply ss they got”
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Staub · 1 of 5

Staub Enameled Cast Iron Deep Oven 3-Qt.

$169.95

Staub

Reddit mentions

  • “Dyson hairdryer. Vitamix blender. Staub and All Clad pots. Stainless steel utensils. Not-a-paper towel. Swedish dish cloth. Stasher silicon bags to store food in freezer or as…”
  • “I cook rice in a Staub pot. A true BIFL and cook time is shorter than electric rice cookers.”
  • “Kockums carbon steel frying pans. Staub cast iron ’’make all’’ pots.”
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Lodge · 1 of 5

Lodge 6 qt Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$89.90

Lodge

Cook food quickly and keep it warm for as long as you need with a Lodge enamel-coated casserole. Its cast-iron body evenly distributes heat and retains it for a long time. It's microwave safe up to 400 °F. You can use the casserole for cooking, refrigerating, marinating and freezing food as it does not absorb flavors or odors. It resists corrosion and doesn't tarnish easily. The 6-quart casserole is water resistant and stands up to regular use.

Reddit mentions

  • “Marketplace has a lot of good stuff if you are patient. IMHO buying new I would get a cast iron pan (20-30 bucks), a steel pan (70 bucks?), a nonstick (only for eggs and low heat,…”
  • “I have a 12 inch and a 8 inch lodge and a cast iron Dutch oven with a lid, which perfectly fits the 8 inch lodge. I fry with the DO, and do meats in the 12, and vegetables in the…”
  • “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…”
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IKEA · 1 of 5

IKEA 365+ Pot with Lid

$19.99

IKEA

Suitable for all types of cooktops, including induction cooktops. The pot handles are designed to reduce heat transfer. Made from stainless steel that is durable and easy to clean. The wide bottom with an edge makes the pot perfectly suitable to use on both gas and induction cooktops. Thick base with one layer of aluminum between two layers of stainless steel. Gives an even and energy-efficient heat, which reduces the risk of food burning and sticking. Thanks to the smart design of the handles, you can stack the smaller pots in the larger ones from the same series. They take very little space, so you have room for other things in your cabinet. The pot has a rounded interior, which makes stir…

Reddit mentions

  • “IKEA cooking pots (not the frying pans), 8 years and going strong. At this rate I think they will see me through till my retirement”
  • “I bought a midrange set of pots at IKEA around 30 years ago. Still going strong with heavy use! I prefer a nicely weighted stainless steel without non-stick coating or any bells…”
  • “IKEA stainless steel pots. Yeah I know it's not the usual $200+ pots/saucepans everyone recommends but they work fantastic and will probably last a few decades easily Basically…”
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Farberware · 1 of 5

Farberware Classic Series 12-Inch Covered Frying Pan with Helper Handle

$64.99

Farberware

This Farberware Classic Series Stainless Steel 4.5-Quart Covered Saute Pan with Helper Handle is endlessly versatile, whether a summer vegetable medley or searing a T-bone steak. Farberware has been trusted for over 100 years, and this saute pan continues that tradition for a new generation. A full cap base featuring a thick aluminum core surrounded by stainless steel provides rapid, even heating for basting eggs, browning sausage, and reheating foods. Heavy-duty stainless steel is polished to a mirror finish for a classic touch. The comfortable handles with iconic styling provide a confident grasp, and the helper handle makes it easy to transfer the pan from stovetop. A self-basting lid hel…

Reddit mentions

  • “mom gave me some of her farberware pots when i moved into my own place, they are well over 20 years old at this point, still use em daily.”
  • “I just bought this exact pot yesterday at a thrift store. Unfortunately there was no lid with it. The biggest stock pot i had was only eight quarts, so this is a nice upgrade and…”
  • “Someone else said this as well but don’t buy a big set of one brand. I did that and I got rid of it all of it within a few years and I now have mish mash of different pots / pans…”
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Tramontina · 1 of 5

Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Cookware Set with Glass Lids

$194.95

Tramontina

Tramontina's 8 Pc Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel Cookware Set includes the essentials to equip your first kitchen, update your current one, or whip up your favorite recipes. The premium 18/10 stainless steel set features tri-ply clad construction for even heat distribution from all sides of the pan. In addition, its magnetic stainless-steel exterior is compatible with any professional or household induction cooktop, provides exceptional cooking performance on conventional gas, electric and ceramic glass cooktops, and is oven safe. Tempered glass lids help to lock in flavor and monitor your cooking progress, while ergonomically designed cast stainless-steel handles are riveted for easy handling…

Reddit mentions

  • “All-clad, but the D3 (or “higher”). They make plenty of junk — the stuff with the disks on the bottom. Tramontina is less and still excellent. MadeIn is also excellent.”
  • “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…”
  • “If you have a Costco near you (or can order online) it is hard to beat the Tramontina set, which includes a 6-quart dutch oven and a 4-quart dutch oven for the grand total of $80.…”
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Fissler · 1 of 5

Fissler Solaryme Stewpot - 3.2L

$529.95

Fissler

Reddit mentions

  • “Oooh my pots are from Fissler actually! They were a gift from my mom tho, and she uuuusually tends to cheap out on things so I didn't trust it xD Good to know she actually gave me…”
  • “1) What I bought in my lifetime: Kelomat Riess Fissler WMF Tefal and one small noname-pot I got 1996 which still is in perfectly fine condition 2) What I inherited…”
  • “I got Fissler for some things & all clad for some things & a few cast iron for other things. And I’m going to get a staub for something else entirely. You *think* fully clad is…”
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Demeyere · 1 of 5

Demeyere Industry 10-Pc. Stainless Steel Cookware Set

$1,199.95

Demeyere

Designed to meet the demands of busy restaurant kitchens. The Demeyere Industry ten pieces stainless steel cookware set equips your kitchen with expertise. This well-stocked set is suitable for both seasoned chefs and new cooks who want a superior starter set. Beloved by chefs worldwide, this high-performance Belgian-made brand brings professional quality into your home kitchen. Each piece features expert engineering, exquisite design, and impressive cooking results.

Reddit mentions

  • “We got Meyers pots as wedding gifts. 26 years latter we are still using them. A little pricey but well worth it over 25 years.”
  • “Go for quality pieces over sets for sure. No knife set, no cookware set. Here’s my recommendations so far. - Duralex Picardie glasses (timeless, still in production, super…”
  • “Demeyere pots. My son inherited my mother's that's how long they last. Nicest looking pots out there, in my opinion. My cast iron skillets are truly ancient.”
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Revere · 1 of 5

12" vintage Revere Ware copper bottom frying pan + Lid

$175.95

Revere

Reddit mentions

  • “I have Revere pots that are probably more than 40 years old, and they are still used weekly. I never think about them. They are just reliable workhorses. Love my cast iron, too.…”
  • “Old style revere is amazing. I went to a factory closing sale. I was 8 and my mom bought me a pot for when I was older. When 10 years later I took it she was sad. It's a pasta…”
  • “I have a Revere SS pot that I bought at a thrift store about 10 years ago. Absolutely solid and my go-to for any type of pot based dish.”
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