15 Best Cookware Sets [Tested and Reviewed]

The GreenPan’s Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Healthy Ceramic Nonstick 11 Piece Cookware Pots and Pans Set, which won the Good Housekeeping Sustainable Innovation Award in 2023, is covered in a distinctive diamond-infused non-stick ceramic coating.

Included in the set are three sizes of frying pan (8 inches, 9.5 inches, and 11 inches), a 3-quart sauté pan, 2-quart and 3-quart saucepans, and a 5-quart stockpot. The set also includes a lid for the sauté pan, stockpot, and all saucepans, greatly increasing the versatility of this set for a variety of needs. Additionally, each set comes with three protective sheets of different sizes, making it less likely for the surface of each product to get scratched while stacked in storage. The products in this set are also oven-safe up to 425°F.

When testing for non-stick ability, there was no problem with food sticking to the pan after applying six months’ worth of scratches to it. After applying two years' worth of scratches, the eggs we cooked still didn’t stick at all and easily came off the pan. While visible scratches did occur after a while, there were no issues with sticking when using adequate oil in the pan.

The handle of this pan has a rounded bottom, allowing it to easily fit in your hand for ease of use. The heaviest pan in the set weighs a little over 2 pounds, which won’t feel burdensome when holding it.

When cooking pancakes in this pan, there were some less-browned areas around their edges. But, for the most part, they were browned well, indicating uniformity in cooking temperature.

It took about 10 minutes to boil 2 liters of water using a product in this set, which is a bit faster than a kettle. This will allow for a speedy boiling process when cooking pasta.

The Tri-Ply 8-piece Cookware set from Tramontina boasts a three-layer structure that offers even heat distribution. It includes two sizes of sauté pans (8 inches and 10 inches), two saucepans (2 quarts and 3 quarts), and a 5-quart Dutch oven. A key benefit to this set is its variety of sizes, allowing for flexible use depending on the amount and type of food you are cooking. It is oven-safe up to 350°F.

When testing the non-stick ability of the frying pan, we found that after causing six months’ worth of scratches to it, food still didn’t stick when removed from the pan. Even after causing two years’ worth of scratches, the food still didn't stick, and the scratches to the pan were almost unnoticeable.

When cooking pancakes in the frying pan, they were uniformly browned throughout. When the batter was added, the temperature of the pan stayed relatively stable, giving us the impression that the pan provides even heating without significant hot spots.

The handles of the pans are somewhat thin, but the lack of sharp corners and their oval shape prevent them from digging into your palm - a positive feature. The large frying pan weighs a little over 2 pounds, which won’t feel too heavy in your hand.

We definitely recommend this cookware set for those who want to take pride in their culinary technique. Additionally, the pot is also dishwasher-safe, making for easy maintenance.

The Select by Calphalon® Space-Saving Hard-Anodized Nonstick 9-Piece Cookware Set by Calphalon touts durability five times higher than conventional products. This set is also easy to stack, allowing for compact storage.

It includes two different sizes of frying pans (8 inches and 10 inches), a 3-quart sauté pan, a 4-quart deep frying pan, a 2.5-quart saucepan, and a 5-quart Dutch oven. The sauté pan, saucepan, and Dutch oven all have lids. A highlight of this set is its variety of frying pans in different sizes and depths. This can be useful for everything from standard grilling to stir-fries and simmered dishes. It’s also oven-safe up to 400°F.

When testing the non-stick ability of the frying pan, even after six months’ worth of scratches, the food didn’t stick at all when we removed it. After applying two years’ worth of scratches, food still didn’t stick. As long as you are careful when taking food out of the pan, you should have no problems with it sticking. Like other non-stick-coated aluminum pans, this one tends not to show scratches after wear.

The frying pan’s round handle and slip-resistant silicone grip make it easy to use and comfortably fit in your hand. The largest frying pan weighs a little over 2 pounds, which won’t cause fatigue when you’re holding it.

The products in this set are dishwasher-safe, making them easy to clean. With a wide variety of frying pans, this set will be a great asset to those who want to cook a diverse array of dishes.

The Classic Tri-Ply 10-pc Cookware Set by Cuisinart includes two sizes of frying pans (8 inches and 10 inches), a 3.5-quart sauté pan with handles on both sides, 1.5-quart and 3-quart saucepans, and an 8-quart stockpot. With multiple sizes of pan included and lids available for the sauté pan, saucepan, and stockpot, this set appears useful for a variety of cooking styles. It can also withstand up to 500°F, making it ideal for oven cooking.

When testing the non-stick ability of the frying pan, after causing 6 months’ worth of scratches, we were impressed that we could still easily remove food from it. Furthermore, even after two years' worth of scratches, food still came off easily.

In terms of ease of use, the frying pan’s handle is round and comfortably thick, so it will fit well in your hand. The largest frying pan weighs about 2 and a half pounds, which will not cause fatigue when holding it.

On the other hand, when we cooked pancakes in the frying pan, they had a well-browned center but chipped a little and cooked unevenly, depending on where we placed them. The fact that the pancakes cooked unevenly gave this set a slightly lower score.

The Advanced Home 11-Piece Cookware Set is by Anolon, a brand owned by Meyer Corporation. It is PFOA-free and claims a Teflon coating that lasts 16 times longer than conventional cookware sets.

This set includes an 8.5-inch frying pan, a 12-inch frying pan, a 4-quart sauté pan, 1.5-quart, and 3-quart saucepans, and an 8-quart stockpot. Lids are included for all items except for the frying pans. It is also oven-safe up to 400°F. Although there is no small frying pan, the variety of sizes and depths of the pans make this set useful for a variety of cooking styles, from roasting to stir-frying and simmering.

When testing the non-stick ability of the frying pan, even after applying six months’ worth of scratches, food was easily removed. Furthermore, even after two years' worth of scratches, food did not stick at all and could be removed with light force. Scratches were not noticeable, and there should be no problem with food sticking as long as oil is added to the pan.

The frying pan is easy to use since its handle is a smooth, oval shape, and its non-slip grip fits comfortably in your hand. At around 3 pounds, some people may find this pan heavy, but its easy-to-grasp handle should prevent it from being too much of a burden.

When using a product in this set to boil 2 liters of water, it took around 9 minutes and 45 seconds, which is faster than a kettle. This means that you’ll be able to cook quite quickly when simmering food or boiling pasta.

The Cookware Set Plus by Goldilocks has a “three-layer structure” designed for even heat distribution. The edges of its pan are also rounded for easier pouring of liquids.

This set includes two sizes of frying pan (10 inches and 12 inches), 1.5-quart and 3.5-quart saucepans, and an 8-quart stockpot. A benefit to this set is that you can choose the most appropriate size of cookware for the quantity of food you are preparing. It is also safe in ovens up to 550°F. 

It had good results when we tested the non-stick ability of the frying pan. Even after applying 6 months’ worth of scratches, food could easily be removed, and it continued to perform well even after two years' worth of scratches.

Pancakes cooked in the frying pan were well-browned in the center, although the edges were a bit light. We also got the impression that this pan distributes heat evenly.

On the other hand, a drawback to this set is the frying pan’s thin handle, which probably won’t fit well in your hand. The larger frying pans weigh a little over 3 pounds and feel heavy to hold, digging into your palm. It might be helpful to use a potholder or cloth when holding these heavier pans.

The Goodful Premium Nonstick Pots and Pans Set consists of PFOA-free frying pans with a diamond-enhanced nonstick coating. It includes two frying pans (8 inches and 10 inches), a 4-quart sauté pan, a 2-quart saucepan, and a 5-quart Dutch oven. Moreover, lids are provided for the sauté pan, saucepan, and Dutch oven, making it a versatile set for various quantities and types of cooking. It’s also oven-safe. The set comes with a lot of accessories, such as a 10-inch griddle, a stainless-steel steamer, a bamboo tuner, a spoon, and more.

When testing it for its non-stick ability, even after applying six months’ worth of scratches, food didn’t stick to the pan at all. Furthermore, even after two years' worth of scratches, food was still easily removed.

The large frying pan is light, weighing about 1 and a half pounds, and its round, thick handle fits comfortably in your hand, making it easy to cook with or to serve food straight out of the pan.

However, when cooking pancakes in the pan, they didn’t brown well and their centers were unevenly cooked, making us think that it doesn’t distribute heat very evenly.

It only took around 10 minutes to boil 2 liters of water using a product in this set, which is faster than a kettle. This will allow you to efficiently simmer food or boil pasta.

Made with five metal layers, the Stainless Sets 6-piece is by the brand Made In. Only one of the frying pans in this set has a non-stick coating.

The set includes a 10-inch non-stick pan, a stainless-steel frying pan, a 2-quart saucepan, and an 8-quart Dutch oven. The set is also oven-safe up to 600°F. There are lids for the saucepan and Dutch oven, but, unfortunately, there are no lids for the frying pans. The frying pans also might not offer much flexibility since they are all the same size despite being made of different materials. This may not be the best if you are looking to regularly cook various quantities and types of food.

The frying pans' handles, despite being slim and not a perfect fit in the hand, have no corners, so they won't dig into your palm. The weight of the largest frying pan is a little under 3 pounds, so it will be easy for you to hold.

The pancakes we made had a nice, even browning in the center and were uniformly cooked. The frying pans also maintained their heat well even when ingredients were added, ensuring a good and even cook.

The stainless-steel items in this set are dishwasher-safe, but the non-stick frying pans are not, so you'll need to hand-wash them.

Founded in 1971, All-Clad boasts the D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set 7 Piece. It features a “three-layer structure,” which is advertised to retain and evenly distribute heat.

The set includes a 10-inch frying pan, a 3-quart sauté pan, a 2-quart saucepan, and a 6-quart Dutch oven. Every item but the frying pan has a lid. It's also designed to be safe in an oven up to 600°F. However, as it does not include a small frying pan, the larger size might be somewhat cumbersome for small tasks like making breakfast.

When testing the pan for its non-stick ability, we found that food had no problem being removed even after applying 6 months’ worth of scratches to it. Impressively, even after 2 years’ worth of scratches, no prominent damage was seen, and food was removed easily.

When making pancakes with this pan, they browned evenly. Since the pan didn’t lose its heat when we added ingredients, it will likely cook your food evenly.

It took 14 minutes to boil 2 liters of water using a product in this set, which is significantly slower than a kettle. So this set may not be suitable when you want to boil food quickly.

Amazon’s own brand AmazonBasics offers the Non-Stick Cookware 8-Piece Set, which is advertised as BPA-free.

The set includes an 8-inch and 10-inch frying pan, 1.5-quart and 2-quart saucepans, and a 3-quart casserole pan. One of its advantages is that it has products of multiple sizes, so you can choose the appropriate size depending on the type of dish you're planning to make or the amount you plan to cook. It's also oven-safe. 

When testing the non-stick ability of the pan, even after causing six months’ worth of scratches, food was easily removed. Moreover, even after two years’ worth of scratches, we had no problems removing food. 

As for ease of use, the frying pan’s handle has a round shape, with no corners that will dig into your palms. The largest frying pan is very light at around 1 and a half pounds, lessening the burden on your hand even when filled with ingredients and moved around.

It took 10 minutes and 35 seconds to boil 2 liters of water using a product in this set, slightly longer than it takes a kettle. This won't be a big issue, but it's not ideal for those who want to boil or simmer food quickly.

The Carote 11-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set with Detachable Handles is known for its distinctive white finish. Its selling point is the ability to detach its handles and stack its individual pots and pans for storage.

The set includes two frying pan sizes (8 inches and 10 inches), a 4-quart sauté pan, and 2-quart and 2.9-quart saucepans. It also comes with 2 sizes of storage lids for the pots, making it convenient to store them in the fridge. It's also oven-safe up to 480°F. The set also includes removable handles for each product, a silicone turner, and a steamer. While the lids are available in 8-inch and 10-inch sizes and fit all the frying pans, sauté pans, and 2-quart pots, it's unfortunate that they don’t fit the smallest pot.

When testing the frying pan’s non-stick ability, even after applying 6 months’ worth of scratches, food was removed easily. After applying 2 years’ worth of scratches, there were still no issues with food sticking to the pan. Although there were visible scratches after our tests, they didn’t seem to cause any problems as long as the pan was properly oiled before use.

The handle of the frying pan has a gentle curve and no corners, which won’t hurt your hand when holding it. The handles of the pans can be detached easily, but first-time users might need to learn the motion to detach them.

Although the set is dishwasher-safe, due to its uneven heat distribution and slow boiling speed, our overall opinion of it was not great.