Pots
We tested 8 saucepans. Which ones hit the spot?
Test results
- 94Performance
- 100Scrambled egg
- 80Boiling water
- 65Ease of use
- 60Balance-weight
- 70Handle-comfort
- 60Steam-control
- 70Pouring
Good points
- Excellent result for evenness.
- Very good boil time result.
- Fairly easy to pour, flat edge rim makes a wider pour, less chance of dripping on to bench. D-shaped handle opposite side for extra stability.
- Comprehensive instructions.
- Saucepan is fairly balanced.
- Stainless steel fairly easy to clean if food isn't baked on.
- Measurement grading in the pan.
- Magnetic base and sides of pan for even induction heating.
Bad points
- Very heavy.
- OK comfort, round narrow stainless steel no non slip grip.
- Steam escapes from around the lid, condensation build-up on the handle and causes the lid to rattle.
- Glass lid can accumulate grime and be difficult to clean.
- Noticeable humming vibration noise.
How we test
Performance (70% of overall score): we cook scrambled eggs (70% of the performance score) to assess the pot’s evenness and stickability and we time how long it takes to heat 1L of water (30% of the performance score).
Ease of use (30%): we consider the balance of the pot, how comfortable the handle is, steam control, how easy it is to pour from, and how easy it is to clean.
Model
- Avg price
$239
- Price survey
June 2020
Specifications
- Weight (kg)
2.4
- Volume (L)
3.5
- Time to boil 1L water (minutes.seconds)
3.34
- Base diameter
15.5cm
- Base thickness
0.2cm
- Base material
18/10 stainless steel with a copper nucleus.
Features
- Suitable for induction cooktops
- Oven safe
Up to 200°C
- Steam vents
- Glass lid
- Non-stick lining
- Measurement grading
- Dishwasher safe
Yes (but hand washing recommended)
- Claims no PFOA
Not stated