Finally someone tells the truth. I don’t understand how there are so many good reviews online. These pans are awful, I regret buying mine so much. After 7 months of use they look horrible and are no longer non-stick.
Most (although not all) reviewers are either outright paid influencers or receive the pans for free. Whenever you are looking for product reviews, first thing to pay attention is whether or not they disclose their conflict of interests or if they paid for the product with their own money.
I first purchased the Caraway cookware set in March 2021. I have to say, I baby each piece and keep them stored within the storage organizer. The coating is delicate, no doubt about it. Using an abrasive scouring sponge or metal cooking utensils will surely damage the interior. But if you are careful about cleaning and storing these pots and pans, they will last a long time. The exterior portion of the pots and pans has held up quite well, with the exception of the bottom. Most of my pots and pans are discolored on the bottom and I have tried to restore their former glory, to no avail. I love the pots and pans and use them regularly. They are still nonstick, with very little cooking oil needed. I adore the baking set-it is perfect in every way. The tea kettle is beautiful and works like a charm. The sqaureware set is also awesome-the griddle pan makes the BEST grilled cheese and I used the grill pan for paninis and they came out amazingly well. I do have a couple complaints. The handles get incredibly hot. Yes, there’s a bump that warns not to touch beyond a certain point, but despite this feature, I have sustained a number of burns. Worse, I placed the double burner griddle in the oven and removed it about twenty minutes later and set it upon the stovetop. The handles sit upon the top on the pan and I ended up getting a really nasty rectangular burn when my arm came into contact with the hot handle. It had been sitting out for some time, I was shocked that it was still lava-level hot! Now I know my burns are due to my carelessness, but I do think they conduct an immense amount of heat and can be a negative feature for some. Also, the storage contains are heavy and difficult to open. I just noticed that the lid on my largest containers is broken! I have NO clue how it happened. It looks as though someone sliced into it, which I know is definitely not the case. I am extremely disappointed by this. abut overall, I absolutely love Caraway pots and pans. I think they are well worth the price if you commit to taking good care of them.
Thanks for the review! I did want to point out that recent studies looking at the PFOA non stick chemical in Teflon known as PTFE is in fact being considered a potentially toxic chemical by the EPA. I think there is some merit to the ceramic coating being healthier compared to any Teflon coating, either pre or post 2014.
Exactly, just blindly believing the EPA is wild, considering they are a largely corporate captured institution. All these companies do, is change the coatings name, and a couple small attributes, and then release it as not having "PFOAs" but indeed have other toxic crap like PTFE.
Not exactly leaning heavily on "facts" provided by the EPA and FDA these days. There is potential financial gain for them to claim that Teflon is safe. Something to consider....
Thanks for providing sources and factual information instead of fluff in your review, a lot of youtube doesn't do a good job providing any source for claims.
This was a wonderful review. I was about to pull the trigger, but these pans don’t look like they can stand the test of time. The pans look beautiful, but if they look beat up after a few weeks it doesn’t even matter
@@hearthstia I always cook low to med heat, handwash to clean after use with warm water. I highly recommend cleaning it after the pot is not hot anymore and not leaving it unclean for too long.
Andrew. I just discovered you today and I have to tell you that your information on cookware is outstanding. I've been watching one after another and can't seem to drag myself away. You really do cover every base and I am sold on your reviews. Thanks SO much and you now have another subscriber 👍🏆
Thanks for the kids words and support! Feel free to reach out if you ever need help choosing products/brands Andrew@PrudentReviews.com -we’re here to help!
I bought one of the Caraway 8 inch skillets for primarily making an egg or two in the morning, and so far it's working great. For most other needs like boiling water for pasta, searing veggies, making sauces etc our set of stainless pans is the way to go. I have had expensive calphalon pans wear out after a few years of careful gentle use, and I find cast iron and carbon steel to be too heavy for regular use.
Thank you so much for your candid review! Whether the pan retains its non stick properties over time was EXACTLY the question I had when I saw the commercial.
Thank You for this well presented and informative review. You seem to have addressed most concerns that a consumer would have. I will be watching out for more of your reviews.
Thank you so much for this review! I never understand the people that make reviews on a product they just opened and never actually used long term hahaha but this is fantastic! Very informative!
I bought mine about a year ago. For about 2 months it was fantastic. Scratching happens very easily, so be careful of it even bumping against anything in your cabinets. One of my roommates used it on high heat with out knowing you were not supposed to. After that one time the coasting was damaged and after every use since it has gotten worse, even on low heat. After one year it’s about as non stick as stainless steel, but without the ability of scouring it. Complete waste of money
I've had mine for a bit over two years now and they are horrific. The first year-ish was great - after that, everything started eroding away, even with correct care. Not durable in the least and extremely frustrating to have spent such a chunk of cash on the set. Totally awful.
Same here!!! Had mine for over two years now and at first they were terrific!! Now I'm unable to cook eggs without it taking massive amount of fat/oil to even make it non stick and even at that it still sticks. I use it daily for eggs. Pretty disappointed I did just love these pans. The others I have that do not get daily use of "frying" are fine. The search continues!
Thanks for this thorough review. It was very helpful. As far as PTFE and PFAS are concerned, you may want to take a look at the May/June 2023 issue of Consumer Reports, and perhaps approach cookware using PTFE with a bit more 'awareness', shall we say.
Eh, "seasoning" cast iron or carbon steel, which is just a thinner version of cast iron, doesn't remotely equate to what ceramics do. I have all of the above. You have to use WAY more grease/oil/butter etc to get eggs not to stick.
I use my caraway cookware on low to medium heat only. Never bumped the heat up. For anything that requires a higher heat, I always use my cast iron skillets. To clean the oil residue on the bottom outside, I use a soft scour pad, a little soap, and bar keepers friend and gently rub in a circular motion. I’ve had my pans for a year now and they still look and cook wonderfully.
I just bought a new set for half the price at our local Habitat for Humanity Restore. I read in the literature that if the outside stains, soak it in baking soda & vinegar. Has anyone tried that method? I also got their full bakeware set for half price at the same place. They were unused returns that Caraway donated to the charity for resale.
This is why I do not use non-stick/ceramic cookware. No matter how low or high the price, they all have the same issues and you pay a price for convenience of non-stick. I prefer cast iron and stainless steel -both are workhorses and I don’t have to baby them. Cast iron has much initial maintenance, but, gets better and easier with each use.
Agreed. With the right seasoning/maintenance/cooking techniques cast iron or carbon steel and stainless steel is all you need, but the convenience of non-stick is appealing.
I am quite disappointed with how my Caraway pan has held up - it's less than a year old and it looks like it's been through a war. Both the inside and the outside are a disaster. I'm looking for a replacement. Would not recommend.
Teflon is also used in many biomedical implants like stents and joint replacements, jaw implants, all kinds of things because it is inert and harmless in the body. I appreciate you mentioning how Teflon is manufactured differently today. No one should be heating it above 500F. Also, there are many other materials in the kitchen tat when heated beyond their capacity release harmful fumes as well, handles of certain pots and pans for example, certain plastic and silicone utensils. I've tried the "ceramic" coated pans and they are garbage after a few months. Stainless steel is my go to.
I have the cookware set and I am happy with them but not as happy as I thought I would be with them. I actually found this video because I'm trying to figure out how to tighten my pan handles as they have loosened up and have gotten very annoying to use
i bought afew of these for baking/cooking and probably bought into the hype a bit - so far so good but great to get this thorough review after extended use - thats whats missing in reviews. and these are quite expensive so should last longer than what i'm seeing. thanks
All non stick coatings fail with time. I had all kinds of coated pans, both ceramic and PTFE, from various brands, including some very expensive German ones - AMT, Woll and Berndes. They all failed after 1-4 years. I also had a host of pans from local brands (usually made in China) that were mediocre at best and failed quickly. At least in my case, pans with ceramic coatings proved inferior to those with PTFE. Now I only use (and recommend) cheaper, but not less durable, Tefal or OXO pans (PTFE coated), only on low to medium heat and only when I really have to - I use my steel clad (Cuisinart and OXO), carbon steel (De Buyer) or cast iron (Lodge) pans whenever possible. With time I learned how to reduce food sticking and how to quickly clean them.
Thank you, what an enlightening review. Very informative, I was about to spend $$$ on ceramic coated non stick pans but now I know it's just scaremongering
This guy is either financially gaining from saying that or he's incredibly undereducated in the matter of PFAS - the current family of non-stick coatings. DO NOT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU SEE ON UA-cam.
Stop it with the epa and fda, they are as trustworthy as a career politician. Now if you have tested this yourself or can quote a study done by an independent research company that says this stuff is safe I’d happily welcome that but I feel as though most intelligent folk don’t trust the fda or epa or who as far as we could throw them. All that said I appreciate the work you put into you video.
I’m really surprised at the wear of your pan. I’ve had mine for over 2 years and it still looks perfect. My stove is a glass top and I don’t use any metal utensils. I didn’t purchase the whole set but bought 2 of the pans as I really need a smaller pan as I love making omelettes. The non stick function still works for me. I’m used to taking care of high end stuff as I own a lot of Le Creuset. I generally clean them up with a non abrasive soft sponge.
I’ve had my set about a year. They still look new & are still non-stick. They are great. I use silicone or wood and have no scratches on my cookware. I cook 3 meals a day most days.
Not to mention, it states in the directions to let it heat up, then put butter or oil down, then cook. Who the heck expects to just throw an egg in a pan with nothing else? @@stevie8787
It does say on their care instructions never to put it on high heat or the non-stick coating will wear off quickly and exterior will scratch. Is there a chance that you use high heat regularly like you did here?
I am confused about the heat tolerance because they say to go no higher than medium on the stove top. Then you stick them in a 550 degree oven. I have seen people do reviews after two years that say the non stick still works but the pans looks bad. The perfect heat distribution is interesting I have never had a pan that was that like that.
I’d beg to differ that all nonstick are safe … especially ones that chip very easy and expose the aluminum and aluminum is toxic as well - it leaches into food.
I have an induction range. Though they say they are induction capable, they are not. I liked the look, but they needed to perform and they didn’t. I returned the entire set after 3 days.
i'm glad i saw your review. saved me some hassle. i am one year new to induction and still looking for the right fit so i now know caraway isn't it. T Y
I bought CARAWAY 10.5 PAN for about 100$.. I only bought 1 to see how it works out.. The review is 100% correct.. GREAT REVIEW! But let me tell you 100% TRUTH from a normal guy!! I buy this 100$ 10.5 PAN thinking i bought BEST OF THE BEST! I bought NEW WOOD utensils and told wife ONLY USE WOOD UTENSILS so we dont scratch it.. Great right!! PAN is beautiful and cooks great!! THe MAX TEMP pan can with stand i believe is about 500+ but we are only cooking eggs and heating premade meals up.. After 10 days-- THE DAM coating is PITTING NOT SCRATCH PITTING!! Makes no sense only after 10day! VERY UPSET!! going back to my STAINLESS STEEL!
I’m curious about all the people who don’t trust Teflon, why would you trust Caraway? I mean they are a profit seeking company and the ceramic they are referring to is sol-gel, which isn’t actually ceramic. I mean the whole ceramic being safer for you is a marketing tactic on the part of manufacturers…
I dont know why this was recommended to me. I've had caraway for 4 years now and they are still as good as the day i bought them. I dont use them to fry food and keep temps relatively low. The pans are heavy but very durable. Dont dishwash them. Dont overheat. Its fine after
Food may have started sticking after a few months due to using them on high heat. You boiled the water on high, but Caraway will tell you using their products on higher than medium heat on the stove top will lead to the coating degrading faster.
While valid, I've babied all 3 of the ceramic pan's I've tried (never high heat, hand wash, only a soft sponge, only plastic wood or silicone utensils, never stacked, and never in an oven), and they've all seemed to last 1/3 of the time as my inexpensive t-fal before the performance starts to tank.
It might be time to invest in a high quality tri-play stainless steel cookware set. I am glad i ran across this review before wasting money on another set of ceramic pans that I’ll end up throwing out in a year.
I’ve had my caraway set for years. Any cookware I get, I don’t expect the exterior to remain spotless. I use the 💩 out of my cookware. Honestly, this set has been the best I’ve owned. Teflon coatings still flake off over time. No thanks. The caraway cooking surface has held up very well for me. But I’m not using metal utensils.
The loss of the nonstick property after a few months was hugely disappointing with my caraway. I kept it clean but it didn't matter. Would not recommend.
@@PrudentReviews Are the high-end makers better in that regard? If so, what are they doing different? I tried to find if the metal used makes a difference (iron vs aluminum) but couldn't get an answer.
Pretty much all ceramic non-stick cookware will lose its non-stick properties within a year or so (depending on how much you use it). That is the case with all brands, including Caraway, GreenPan, and others. The metal underneath won't impact the effectiveness of the coating. Your best bet is to buy non-stick cookware with a PTFE coating. It's usually black or dark gray, and "PTFE" or "Teflon" will be somewhere in the product description. PTFE non-stick won't last forever, but it usually outlasts ceramic by at least 2X. Made In, Misen, All-Clad HA1, and Calphalon are good brands to consider. I'm posting a video about "how to make non-stick pans last longer" next week, so check back in about a week.
Thank you for this review - particularly about the real deal with the safety claims. I had no idea that those harmful chemicals are no longer used in stick-free pans. The article link that you posted says that the PFOA Stewardship ended in 2015, but you said 2013 in the video (I think). Which date is it?
They absolutely are still used. The chemical manufacturing industry uses loopholes for constituent naming - what is being used now are all part of a PFAS chemical family with is absolutely toxic, and rapidly developing into another environmental disaster. www.epa.gov/pfas
I don't care what anyone says I will never use anything that has Teflon on it. I'll go with a stainless steel pot and pan any day. I was into my cast-iron a lot and I really loved it but when my son used it he was not great at cleaning it up right after and you know what happens if you don't clean your Cast-iron right away.
Thanks for all the info. I saw these advertised on FB. They look nice and are expensive, so thought I'd see what theyre all about.but yeah, I think I'll stay with my ninja nonstick pan for frying and sauteeing, and stainless steel for everything else 🤷♂️
What did you think about the "square" edges/rims of the pans? They seem hard to pour out of without dripping back down the outside surface of the pan. I think these pans have some other points against them like how quickly they wear, but I am surprised I haven't seen information about pouring from the pans in any reviews. I always lift up my pans to pour out of them, and love to have curved, slim edges for this reason!
From my full review, “The sides of the pans are straight, which helps contain ingredients, but without flared rims, it’s harder to pour liquids or slide food from the pan to a plate. This could be a pro or a con, depending on how you plan to use the pan most often.” Personally I like flared rims since I make a lot of pan sauces. prudentreviews.com/caraway-cookware-review/
For longevity and high heat cooking (searing, browning) stainless steel, cast iron, and carbon steel are the best. For eggs and delicate foods, non-stick is better but I recommend pans with PTFE non-stick coating, not the “ceramic” coatings brands that Caraway, GreenPan, and many others use.
@@PrudentReviews Thanks I was looking for something colorful and durable for a housewarming gift! I’ll guess I’ll just do two pieces of la Creuset cookware.
I love my caraway bakikng pan and stove top. It really doesn't stick. I'm going to wait to make sure it holds up over time, but I think I would like the whole set.
Plz can you do a review of Ninja Foodie Never Stick pans? We bought ours a year ago when they first came out and love them but I'm curious how they'd hold up in your tests.
Enough said I will stick to my calphalon... I'm a cooking enthusiast I don't mind spending the money for it beware of new brands .. especially when chefs do not use them
Finally someone tells the truth. I don’t understand how there are so many good reviews online. These pans are awful, I regret buying mine so much. After 7 months of use they look horrible and are no longer non-stick.
Most (although not all) reviewers are either outright paid influencers or receive the pans for free. Whenever you are looking for product reviews, first thing to pay attention is whether or not they disclose their conflict of interests or if they paid for the product with their own money.
I think for the price, the durability is unacceptable. Thank you for your thorough review!
Glad you liked it
I've had my Caraway for almost three years. I LOVE MY SET. I cook all the time, Still in good condition.
I first purchased the Caraway cookware set in March 2021. I have to say, I baby each piece and keep them stored within the storage organizer. The coating is delicate, no doubt about it. Using an abrasive scouring sponge or metal cooking utensils will surely damage the interior. But if you are careful about cleaning and storing these pots and pans, they will last a long time. The exterior portion of the pots and pans has held up quite well, with the exception of the bottom. Most of my pots and pans are discolored on the bottom and I have tried to restore their former glory, to no avail. I love the pots and pans and use them regularly. They are still nonstick, with very little cooking oil needed. I adore the baking set-it is perfect in every way. The tea kettle is beautiful and works like a charm. The sqaureware set is also awesome-the griddle pan makes the BEST grilled cheese and I used the grill pan for paninis and they came out amazingly well.
I do have a couple complaints. The handles get incredibly hot. Yes, there’s a bump that warns not to touch beyond a certain point, but despite this feature, I have sustained a number of burns. Worse, I placed the double burner griddle in the oven and removed it about twenty minutes later and set it upon the stovetop. The handles sit upon the top on the pan and I ended up getting a really nasty rectangular burn when my arm came into contact with the hot handle. It had been sitting out for some time, I was shocked that it was still lava-level hot! Now I know my burns are due to my carelessness, but I do think they conduct an immense amount of heat and can be a negative feature for some.
Also, the storage contains are heavy and difficult to open. I just noticed that the lid on my largest containers is broken! I have NO clue how it happened. It looks as though someone sliced into it, which I know is definitely not the case. I am extremely disappointed by this.
abut overall, I absolutely love Caraway pots and pans. I think they are well worth the price if you commit to taking good care of them.
So glad I came across this review prior to purchasing Caraway.
Thanks for the review! I did want to point out that recent studies looking at the PFOA non stick chemical in Teflon known as PTFE is in fact being considered a potentially toxic chemical by the EPA. I think there is some merit to the ceramic coating being healthier compared to any Teflon coating, either pre or post 2014.
Thanks for watching! Can you share links to those studies here, or email them to andrew@prudentreviews.com? I’d love to take a look.
www.epa.gov/pfas@@PrudentReviews
@@PrudentReviewsdid you look into these claims? What were your conclusions
@@wazup3333I haven’t seen the studies yet. Joel - if you have links, please email them to me and I’ll take a look.
Exactly, just blindly believing the EPA is wild, considering they are a largely corporate captured institution. All these companies do, is change the coatings name, and a couple small attributes, and then release it as not having "PFOAs" but indeed have other toxic crap like PTFE.
Not exactly leaning heavily on "facts" provided by the EPA and FDA these days. There is potential financial gain for them to claim that Teflon is safe. Something to consider....
If anyone is dumb enough to consider these then they deserve what they get 🙏🏻⭐️🍎
The EPA and FDA are federal agencies with 0 to gain from any data they produce. Not sure where you’re getting this info from.
Of course it isn't safe. I don't need an alphabet agency's advice to know that petroleum-based plastic touching your food at high heat is poison.
Exactly
Real
Thanks for providing sources and factual information instead of fluff in your review, a lot of youtube doesn't do a good job providing any source for claims.
This was a wonderful review. I was about to pull the trigger, but these pans don’t look like they can stand the test of time. The pans look beautiful, but if they look beat up after a few weeks it doesn’t even matter
Glad I could help.
ditto 💯
I’ve had them for a year now and mine still looks brand new 😅
@@justconnie1650 what did you do to keep them that way?
@@hearthstia I always cook low to med heat, handwash to clean after use with warm water. I highly recommend cleaning it after the pot is not hot anymore and not leaving it unclean for too long.
Thanks for the honest review. I knew it, non-stick will not last and paint will come-off easily.
This was a thoughtful and thorough review - very helpful! I wish more reviews were like this. Thank you!
Thank you so much!!
Andrew. I just discovered you today and I have to tell you that your information on cookware is outstanding. I've been watching one after another and can't seem to drag myself away. You really do cover every base and I am sold on your reviews. Thanks SO much and you now have another subscriber 👍🏆
Thanks for the kids words and support! Feel free to reach out if you ever need help choosing products/brands Andrew@PrudentReviews.com -we’re here to help!
@@PrudentReviews Thank you, I will, I will!
I bought one of the Caraway 8 inch skillets for primarily making an egg or two in the morning, and so far it's working great. For most other needs like boiling water for pasta, searing veggies, making sauces etc our set of stainless pans is the way to go. I have had expensive calphalon pans wear out after a few years of careful gentle use, and I find cast iron and carbon steel to be too heavy for regular use.
Thank you so much for your candid review! Whether the pan retains its non stick properties over time was EXACTLY the question I had when I saw the commercial.
Thank You for this well presented and informative review. You seem to have addressed most concerns that a consumer would have. I will be watching out for more of your reviews.
Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful
Thank you so much for this review! I never understand the people that make reviews on a product they just opened and never actually used long term hahaha but this is fantastic! Very informative!
I bought mine about a year ago. For about 2 months it was fantastic. Scratching happens very easily, so be careful of it even bumping against anything in your cabinets. One of my roommates used it on high heat with out knowing you were not supposed to. After that one time the coasting was damaged and after every use since it has gotten worse, even on low heat. After one year it’s about as non stick as stainless steel, but without the ability of scouring it. Complete waste of money
😮 wow... that's terrible. Def not buying these
I've had mine for a bit over two years now and they are horrific. The first year-ish was great - after that, everything started eroding away, even with correct care. Not durable in the least and extremely frustrating to have spent such a chunk of cash on the set. Totally awful.
I have the same experience! And never left it on high heat still same results, waist of money
Same here!!! Had mine for over two years now and at first they were terrific!! Now I'm unable to cook eggs without it taking massive amount of fat/oil to even make it non stick and even at that it still sticks. I use it daily for eggs.
Pretty disappointed I did just love these pans. The others I have that do not get daily use of "frying" are fine. The search continues!
I thought in the review he said it was supposed to be able to withstand high heat?
This is very helpful. Thank you! Side note: I don’t trust the F D A so I will still get non Teflon cookware
You should know that teflon is used in many biomedical implants as well like stents and joints replacements etc.
@@nancyneyedly4587 those things dont get heated up 💀
@@nancyneyedly4587dont cook with your implants then lmfao
Thanks for this thorough review. It was very helpful. As far as PTFE and PFAS are concerned, you may want to take a look at the May/June 2023 issue of Consumer Reports, and perhaps approach cookware using PTFE with a bit more 'awareness', shall we say.
After watching your video I’m glad I learned how to season cast iron. Eggs don’t stick, it’s cheap, it’s free of chemicals and it lasts forever.
Eh, "seasoning" cast iron or carbon steel, which is just a thinner version of cast iron, doesn't remotely equate to what ceramics do. I have all of the above. You have to use WAY more grease/oil/butter etc to get eggs not to stick.
I would also note that PFOAs are in our water supply. We need a better alternative to Caraway and teflon pans.
Thank you. The Made in China label paired with the premium price makes it a no-go.
What pots & pans should I look at as a cancer survivor?
I use my caraway cookware on low to medium heat only. Never bumped the heat up. For anything that requires a higher heat, I always use my cast iron skillets. To clean the oil residue on the bottom outside, I use a soft scour pad, a little soap, and bar keepers friend and gently rub in a circular motion. I’ve had my pans for a year now and they still look and cook wonderfully.
I just bought a new set for half the price at our local Habitat for Humanity Restore. I read in the literature that if the outside stains, soak it in baking soda & vinegar. Has anyone tried that method? I also got their full bakeware set for half price at the same place. They were unused returns that Caraway donated to the charity for resale.
I did too - both sets!
Even half price is a bit steep if they don’t hold up. I read not to use olive oil😥
I use olive oil and it's been working perfectly!
Thanks for saving me a ton of money. Your review was just what I needed to make a good decision on whether to buy or not.
Glad I could help!
Excellent review thank you
This is why I do not use non-stick/ceramic cookware. No matter how low or high the price, they all have the same issues and you pay a price for convenience of non-stick. I prefer cast iron and stainless steel -both are workhorses and I don’t have to baby them. Cast iron has much initial maintenance, but, gets better and easier with each use.
Agreed. With the right seasoning/maintenance/cooking techniques cast iron or carbon steel and stainless steel is all you need, but the convenience of non-stick is appealing.
That’s all I use, too - cast iron and stainless. And I’m considering a carbon steel pan. But absolutely no non-stick.
Heavy metals are increasingly a problem in our food and air and dental fillings. Mental pans add to the load in our bodies.
I am quite disappointed with how my Caraway pan has held up - it's less than a year old and it looks like it's been through a war. Both the inside and the outside are a disaster. I'm looking for a replacement. Would not recommend.
Teflon is also used in many biomedical implants like stents and joint replacements, jaw implants, all kinds of things because it is inert and harmless in the body. I appreciate you mentioning how Teflon is manufactured differently today. No one should be heating it above 500F. Also, there are many other materials in the kitchen tat when heated beyond their capacity release harmful fumes as well, handles of certain pots and pans for example, certain plastic and silicone utensils. I've tried the "ceramic" coated pans and they are garbage after a few months. Stainless steel is my go to.
Not heated at high temperatures with a layer of oil on top though
Agreed, Teflon is in everything we use. Water as well, life moves on. I use all clad stainless steel and cast iron for steak
I have the cookware set and I am happy with them but not as happy as I thought I would be with them. I actually found this video because I'm trying to figure out how to tighten my pan handles as they have loosened up and have gotten very annoying to use
i bought afew of these for baking/cooking and probably bought into the hype a bit - so far so good but great to get this thorough review after extended use - thats whats missing in reviews. and these are quite expensive so should last longer than what i'm seeing. thanks
Thank you so much for this video! I was almost ready to " add to cart"! I appreciate the honesty.
All non stick coatings fail with time. I had all kinds of coated pans, both ceramic and PTFE, from various brands, including some very expensive German ones - AMT, Woll and Berndes. They all failed after 1-4 years. I also had a host of pans from local brands (usually made in China) that were mediocre at best and failed quickly. At least in my case, pans with ceramic coatings proved inferior to those with PTFE. Now I only use (and recommend) cheaper, but not less durable, Tefal or OXO pans (PTFE coated), only on low to medium heat and only when I really have to - I use my steel clad (Cuisinart and OXO), carbon steel (De Buyer) or cast iron (Lodge) pans whenever possible. With time I learned how to reduce food sticking and how to quickly clean them.
I'm sticking with my cast iron pan I've been using every day since 1978.
Starting to see these at Goodwill.
I personally like my caraway pots and pans, as long as you didn't use them on high they work great
Thank you, what an enlightening review. Very informative, I was about to spend $$$ on ceramic coated non stick pans but now I know it's just scaremongering
This guy is either financially gaining from saying that or he's incredibly undereducated in the matter of PFAS - the current family of non-stick coatings. DO NOT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU SEE ON UA-cam.
Stop it with the epa and fda, they are as trustworthy as a career politician. Now if you have tested this yourself or can quote a study done by an independent research company that says this stuff is safe I’d happily welcome that but I feel as though most intelligent folk don’t trust the fda or epa or who as far as we could throw them. All that said I appreciate the work you put into you video.
I’m really surprised at the wear of your pan. I’ve had mine for over 2 years and it still looks perfect. My stove is a glass top and I don’t use any metal utensils. I didn’t purchase the whole set but bought 2 of the pans as I really need a smaller pan as I love making omelettes. The non stick function still works for me. I’m used to taking care of high end stuff as I own a lot of Le Creuset. I generally clean them up with a non abrasive soft sponge.
I’ve had my set about a year. They still look new & are still non-stick. They are great. I use silicone or wood and have no scratches on my cookware. I cook 3 meals a day most days.
Do you cooks eggs with butter or just like that ??
@@samantaskitchen I’ve used butter and oil and haven’t had any issues.
@@samantaskitchen exactly. That part of the review is misleading because most people use oil or butter regardless of how non-stick a pan is.
Not to mention, it states in the directions to let it heat up, then put butter or oil down, then cook. Who the heck expects to just throw an egg in a pan with nothing else?
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It does say on their care instructions never to put it on high heat or the non-stick coating will wear off quickly and exterior will scratch. Is there a chance that you use high heat regularly like you did here?
I have seen regular amazon reviewers who use it on low to medium as instructed, and have had these for years without issue....
Thank you for the video Which safe cookware do you recommend?
I am confused about the heat tolerance because they say to go no higher than medium on the stove top. Then you stick them in a 550 degree oven. I have seen people do reviews after two years that say the non stick still works but the pans looks bad. The perfect heat distribution is interesting I have never had a pan that was that like that.
I’d beg to differ that all nonstick are safe … especially ones that chip very easy and expose the aluminum and aluminum is toxic as well - it leaches into food.
Thanks! Just saved me nearly $1k the bakeware and cookware
I have an induction range. Though they say they are induction capable, they are not. I liked the look, but they needed to perform and they didn’t. I returned the entire set after 3 days.
i'm glad i saw your review. saved me some hassle. i am one year new to induction and still looking for the right fit so i now know caraway isn't it. T Y
I bought CARAWAY 10.5 PAN for about 100$.. I only bought 1 to see how it works out.. The review is 100% correct.. GREAT REVIEW! But let me tell you 100% TRUTH from a normal guy!! I buy this 100$ 10.5 PAN thinking i bought BEST OF THE BEST! I bought NEW WOOD utensils and told wife ONLY USE WOOD UTENSILS so we dont scratch it.. Great right!! PAN is beautiful and cooks great!! THe MAX TEMP pan can with stand i believe is about 500+ but we are only cooking eggs and heating premade meals up..
After 10 days-- THE DAM coating is PITTING NOT SCRATCH PITTING!! Makes no sense only after 10day! VERY UPSET!! going back to my STAINLESS STEEL!
So which pan is the best?
Thank you so much for your videos. I am in the market for a nonstick pan and stainless steel so I’m just doing some research. This was helpful.
I’m curious about all the people who don’t trust Teflon, why would you trust Caraway? I mean they are a profit seeking company and the ceramic they are referring to is sol-gel, which isn’t actually ceramic. I mean the whole ceramic being safer for you is a marketing tactic on the part of manufacturers…
I go into more detail on this topic here: Ceramic vs. Teflon: The Truth About Non-Stick Pans
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@@PrudentReviews nice! Great video and glad you addressed these common misconceptions .
Thank you for your review you addressed and answered all my concerns.
I own the exact pan you reviewed and everything you said was spot on. Thanks!!
Thanks for the review. Eye-opening, I'll stick to what I know!
Thank you so much for this detailed review
You’re welcome :)
I dont know why this was recommended to me.
I've had caraway for 4 years now and they are still as good as the day i bought them.
I dont use them to fry food and keep temps relatively low.
The pans are heavy but very durable. Dont dishwash them. Dont overheat. Its fine after
Carbon is the best material. It gets more non stick as time goes by, not less, you can use metal utensils, it's light, and not that expensive.
What am I doing wrong!? I have Caraways and I can count on it taking 20-30 minutes to boil water (on high heat) every time. It drives me crazy.
Glad I found this video! I've been looking for new pans. I'll definitely skip these!
After looking into most options: seasoned cast iron and inox steel pans for me.
Fantastic review! I really appreciated this 😊
Food may have started sticking after a few months due to using them on high heat. You boiled the water on high, but Caraway will tell you using their products on higher than medium heat on the stove top will lead to the coating degrading faster.
While valid, I've babied all 3 of the ceramic pan's I've tried (never high heat, hand wash, only a soft sponge, only plastic wood or silicone utensils, never stacked, and never in an oven), and they've all seemed to last 1/3 of the time as my inexpensive t-fal before the performance starts to tank.
Thank you for the amazing detailed review !! This helped me decide what to buy
Happy to help!
What a true comment. I have same experience like yours. The appearance looks beautiful but not last long at all, once damaged that is it .
Thank you for saving my money!!!❤
It might be time to invest in a high quality tri-play stainless steel cookware set. I am glad i ran across this review before wasting money on another set of ceramic pans that I’ll end up throwing out in a year.
Very informative, thanks for sharing your thoughts and time with us 💕
Thank you for this very comprehensive review.
I’ve had my caraway set for years. Any cookware I get, I don’t expect the exterior to remain spotless. I use the 💩 out of my cookware. Honestly, this set has been the best I’ve owned. Teflon coatings still flake off over time. No thanks.
The caraway cooking surface has held up very well for me. But I’m not using metal utensils.
Thank you so much for your honesty
Thank you for your honesty
The loss of the nonstick property after a few months was hugely disappointing with my caraway. I kept it clean but it didn't matter. Would not recommend.
Unfortunately, that's the main downside of almost all "ceramic" non-stick cookware.
@@PrudentReviews Are the high-end makers better in that regard? If so, what are they doing different?
I tried to find if the metal used makes a difference (iron vs aluminum) but couldn't get an answer.
Pretty much all ceramic non-stick cookware will lose its non-stick properties within a year or so (depending on how much you use it). That is the case with all brands, including Caraway, GreenPan, and others. The metal underneath won't impact the effectiveness of the coating. Your best bet is to buy non-stick cookware with a PTFE coating. It's usually black or dark gray, and "PTFE" or "Teflon" will be somewhere in the product description. PTFE non-stick won't last forever, but it usually outlasts ceramic by at least 2X. Made In, Misen, All-Clad HA1, and Calphalon are good brands to consider. I'm posting a video about "how to make non-stick pans last longer" next week, so check back in about a week.
Thank you for this review - particularly about the real deal with the safety claims. I had no idea that those harmful chemicals are no longer used in stick-free pans. The article link that you posted says that the PFOA Stewardship ended in 2015, but you said 2013 in the video (I think). Which date is it?
They absolutely are still used. The chemical manufacturing industry uses loopholes for constituent naming - what is being used now are all part of a PFAS chemical family with is absolutely toxic, and rapidly developing into another environmental disaster. www.epa.gov/pfas
I have Caraway pants at too, and he is not mine. This is the truth about the set. I had mine for about two years now.
I don't care what anyone says I will never use anything that has Teflon on it. I'll go with a stainless steel pot and pan any day. I was into my cast-iron a lot and I really loved it but when my son used it he was not great at cleaning it up right after and you know what happens if you don't clean your Cast-iron right away.
Thanks for all the info. I saw these advertised on FB. They look nice and are expensive, so thought I'd see what theyre all about.but yeah, I think I'll stay with my ninja nonstick pan for frying and sauteeing, and stainless steel for everything else 🤷♂️
What did you think about the "square" edges/rims of the pans? They seem hard to pour out of without dripping back down the outside surface of the pan. I think these pans have some other points against them like how quickly they wear, but I am surprised I haven't seen information about pouring from the pans in any reviews. I always lift up my pans to pour out of them, and love to have curved, slim edges for this reason!
From my full review, “The sides of the pans are straight, which helps contain ingredients, but without flared rims, it’s harder to pour liquids or slide food from the pan to a plate. This could be a pro or a con, depending on how you plan to use the pan most often.” Personally I like flared rims since I make a lot of pan sauces. prudentreviews.com/caraway-cookware-review/
@@PrudentReviews Oh, thank you! I hadn't looked at your blog article, but have now.
Thanks for this great info ‼👍🏽👍🏽
Clean the bottoms with bar keeper friend!
I wish I had read this before I asked for set for Christmas. Thank you
After one year using Caraway.. it became super lose it’s non- stickiness and the pans coding on the outside damage easily.
Doesn’t olive oil work well,? Keep it from sticking over time?
Very helpful. Thank you!
I bought 2 years ago caraway cooking set I am so disappointed i wasted my money don’t buy at all
I so appreciate what u do. Ty for educating us.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing !!
My pleasure!
was interested in their sauce pan, but i will stick with my stainless steel and cast iron pans. They never fail me.
So long story short stainless steel and cast-iron is the best
For longevity and high heat cooking (searing, browning) stainless steel, cast iron, and carbon steel are the best. For eggs and delicate foods, non-stick is better but I recommend pans with PTFE non-stick coating, not the “ceramic” coatings brands that Caraway, GreenPan, and many others use.
@@PrudentReviews Thanks I was looking for something colorful and durable for a housewarming gift! I’ll guess I’ll just do two pieces of la Creuset cookware.
Le Creuset enameled cast iron is fantastic (although pricey)
@@PrudentReviews yeah! that’s why she’s only getting two pieces. I’m leaning pot and skillet.
Thank you so much
I love my caraway bakikng pan and stove top. It really doesn't stick. I'm going to wait to make sure it holds up over time, but I think I would like the whole set.
Great review!
Plz can you do a review of Ninja Foodie Never Stick pans? We bought ours a year ago when they first came out and love them but I'm curious how they'd hold up in your tests.
Have you evaluated Forged in fire cookware?
@PrudentReviews love the hoodie, where can i get one :)
Enough said I will stick to my calphalon... I'm a cooking enthusiast I don't mind spending the money for it beware of new brands .. especially when chefs do not use them
thanks!
On their website is says no PTFE, so now I'm confused. What other non stick ceramic options do you recommend?
That’s correct, Caraway’s nonstick coating is not made of PTFE (aka Teflon)
Relying on FDA as the source of truth 😂
If I can't put it in a dishwasher, I think we're done here.
What do you think "Our Place" cookware? Which is better?
I’m in the process of testing it and will be posting my review soon…
What's the best cookware set to get? Research is exhausting!