Stainless Steel Frypan

ClintonL on 07/05/2025 - 00:36
Last edited 07/05/2025 - 00:38

Hi all, so I've finally been scared enough from the barrage of media saying non stick/teflon are bad for you and am now willing to spend 3x the time cleaning a stainless steel pan. (Yes i know if i use oil, wait for it to be hot enough, test with a drop of water yada yada)

Looking for a frypan around 24-28cm. Looking to spend under $100 on it, I saw the tefal virtuoso and scanpan on amazon. Wondering if these are the go or if there are any better options.

EDIT: Forgot to mention needs to be induction compatible.

Thanks

Home & Garden Cookware Frypan

Comments

    • mrtin on 12/05/2025 - 22:09
      +1

      Purchased a set of Esteele saucepans in 2017. Still going strong and will keep going strong for a long time no doubt. Purchased $165 for set.
      Esteele frypan is good too. It will last forever. Can't remember when this was purchased. A long time ago I'm sure.

  • Gdsamp on 07/05/2025 - 23:04

    Cheers

  • Taita on 07/05/2025 - 23:25

    I got a 8 in Lodge cast iron frypan and a Debuyer 10in carbon steel crepe pan. I don't miss the Nonstick ones anymore.

  • Taita on 07/05/2025 - 23:27

    I hope to try a Solidteknics frypan some day if I find a bargain price for it.

    • moph on 09/05/2025 - 16:38
      +1

      I have one and it is ok but they are overpriced for what they are. For half the price you can get a Matfer or Debuyer. I have a Matfer and it is not as pretty as the Solidteknics and the handle is a separate piece of metal to the pan, and the base is thicker and heavier (good or bad depending on your preference). But I find it much easier to maintain a good non-stick seasoning on the Matfer than on the Solidteknics. I wouldn't buy another Solidteknics.

      • Taita on 10/05/2025 - 00:34

        Thanks. We have a Debuyer and love it. Will check out matfer.

  • Powershopz on 07/05/2025 - 23:50
    +1

    Budget - Chef Inox - It's commercial grade cookware - $105 for a 28cm. Better quality than Scanpan/Bacarat/Swiss Diamond etc - big marketing brands. May not look as nice but retain heat better, easy to clean, don't dent as easily.

    Expensive (buy it once/buy it for life or at least 10 years +) - Made In - Expensive and can be hard to find distributors. Looking at $250 for the equivalent pan.

  • Fuzzy Toaster on 08/05/2025 - 08:32

    I'm actually super happy with my two Stainless Steel Baccarat pans. They were like $30-$40 each or something, work great on my induction hob. Impressively non-stick if you heat them dry and ensure water beads on the surface before applying oil.

    When I do occasionally end up with a bunch of stuck stuff, Barkeeper's Friend and a Scrub Daddy makes it look good as new with minimal effort; seriously that stuff feels like cheating.

  • Vater Woods on 08/05/2025 - 10:55

    Ikea have both cheap and expensive stainless steel pans

  • gbinitt on 08/05/2025 - 11:30

    Mauviel copper frying pan from Williams Sonoma… with lid.

  • AnotherRedLight on 08/05/2025 - 11:42

    https://www.harrisscarfe.com.au/kitchen-dining/cookware/cook…

    I got one of these. Best thing i ever did that day.

  • jasiano on 08/05/2025 - 11:47

    unless you are a pro chef or something, the Scanpan Impact range is more than sufficient. Have a hunt on amazon and the various kitchen warehouse/Peters of Kensingtons sites for price comparison.
    If you heat them up enough and have some oil/fat when cooking they are non stick. These are my go to SS for frypans and saucepans.

    If you want to go for carbon steel which has better heat retention (but also a bit more finnicky for cleaning and need seasoning) I would recommend buying direct from Darto International - I have a few from them and they are just amazing.

    • AnotherRedLight on 08/05/2025 - 14:43

      I got an Scanpan Impact and a Scanpan commercial at the same time from harris scarfe. They were the same price at the time.

      I couldn't tell you what any physical difference is, but the Commercial is a way better pan.

      Better handle, cooks more evenly, more non stick. Don't ask me how.

  • Hummus87 on 08/05/2025 - 11:58
    +1

    Got the tramontina pan recently after using carbon steel for years. its a game changer, just need to add oil at the right temp and not cook too hot and it'll be non-stick. so easy to clean too!

  • electric boogaloo on 08/05/2025 - 12:54
    +5

    Interesting thread. Here is the data in summary if you scrolled through it.

    Brand Name Type Sentiment Score Count of Reviewers Price (AUD) Value Index
    IKEA Sensuell Tri-ply Stainless Steel +5 4 $69 0.0725
    IKEA 365+ Stainless Steel +3 2 $29 0.1034
    Tefal Virtuoso Stainless Steel + Non-Stick -2 1 $114.99 -0.0174
    Scanpan Impact Stainless Steel -2 1 $84.95 -0.0235
    All-Clad D5 Tri-ply Stainless Steel +2 1 $499 0.0040
    Baccarat Gourmet Stainless Steel 0 1 $99.99 0.0000
    Essteele Per Sempre Tri-ply Stainless Steel +1 1 $194.95 0.0051
    • moph on 09/05/2025 - 16:41

      I have Essteele Per Sempre cookware. While it's very well made, tbh it is unnecessarily heavy and quite utilitarian aesthetically. It really will last for ever. I bought it because it was advertised as the 'most premium' collection but I wish I had bought the Per Vita which is a little more elegant.

    • drhip on 12/05/2025 - 17:20
      +1

      $500 All-Clad?? Is it handle golden?

  • Embaloo on 08/05/2025 - 13:17

    "Cook, Fry and Serve Pan", Crofton stainless, 28cm, glass & stainless lid, dishwashable, stuff does not stick, wallfe base, amazing for sourdough pancakes, eggs, omlettw, baked stuff that you need to throw in the oven after browning, high sides, induction suitable, can't break it.

    Its a cross between a saucepan and pot, but amazing big size, will never go back and am keeping a lookout for more.

    Anyone have any ideas how to petition aldi to bring certain special buy products back? There's another crofton product i've been hunting for for ages.

    • clippers on 10/05/2025 - 08:13

      I agree their "Pro Chef" line is pretty good!

  • smigglejiggle on 08/05/2025 - 14:27

    IKEA One is pretty decent. Make sure you season it 1st time.

    https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/ikea-365-frying-pan-stainless-s…

  • MrThing on 08/05/2025 - 14:35
    +1

    enamelled cast iron fry pan……..

  • Hunk on 08/05/2025 - 15:42

    I am thinking of getting this https://www.harrisscarfe.com.au/kitchen-dining/cookware/cook…

  • freestyle18 on 08/05/2025 - 17:02

    I use the scanpan. nothing splash https://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/product/scanpan-impact-f… (not sure if it's this size though) and it gets the job done. not the most heavy duty bunt not very heavy and stands up to a lot. going strong after 7 years and expect it to last another 10+

  • junet on 08/05/2025 - 17:46

    I use scanpan 26cm impact frypan, works great on induction and heats faster than using gas. I did accidently burn it once when waiting for it get hot enough, it all came off with a blade scraper. If it was a teflon pan would've had to throw it out.

  • lddv04 on 08/05/2025 - 18:47

    Hi all, so I've finally been scared enough from the barrage of media….

    I've not seen this barrage, so suggest avoiding it!

  • H3R34TH4C0MM3NTS on 08/05/2025 - 19:32

    Yep go All-Clad or Go home, don't be such a tight arse

    or you can always get the costco set

  • BartholemewH on 08/05/2025 - 20:19
    +1

    Go seasoned cast iron OP.

    Aldi usually have cast iron pans on sale in June.

  • wagonweel on 08/05/2025 - 20:55
    +1

    When you finish cooking in the stainless steel pan pour out any fluids then immediately pour cold water on it (dont get splattered). This basically makes whatever is on it loosen via the sudden contraction of the metal. Seriously it will clean off pretty easily. I might use some gumption or pink stuff abrasive paste if I want it to look shop new.

    Also, get one with a steel handle too. We got a baccarat one on sale for $60 from robins kitchen … or was it house? Either way, they always have sales and it'sway cheaper than rrp.

  • jedimaster on 08/05/2025 - 21:53

    Scanpan is the way

  • Parentheses on 09/05/2025 - 01:06

    $100?

    Get a Lodge cast iron pan. Much better than stainless steel for 99% of what you might want to use it for.

  • Pelilah on 09/05/2025 - 12:40

    The ikea one has been solid for me. Ended up grabbing the smaller size too. Its been great and all you need is some bar keepers friend now and then to clean it back to brand new.

    https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/sensuell-frying-pan-stainless-s…

  • kenny12341 on 09/05/2025 - 15:04

    Got my tri wall from Nisbets (commercial cookware)

    https://www.nisbets.com.au/vogue-tri-wall-induction-frying-p…

    I think much cheaper than the price you pay for the big brands you get from the department stores but I would say same quality as those.

    Go for the fully clad designs for better heat distribution and durability. The disc bottoms get gunk stuck in between the pan and the disc bottom separating from the pan body. I’ve found the Scanpans and Tefals mostly use disc bottom pans which are generally inferior to full clad and yet they’ll cost you double of what I linked

    I would also suggest buying individual pans as you see the need. I’ve found when buying sets half the sizes I don’t use anyway so better to get the pieces individually

  • bataleon on 09/05/2025 - 17:59

    Scanpan Impact OP!

  • timetoquit on 09/05/2025 - 23:20

    We're using Fissler. I wasn't even aware of its popularity however my wife (Korean) said it's very popular there. They can get expensive however I patiently waited for Amazon to drop the prices and we have the Fissler Original-Profi Collection Frypan, Stainless Steel, 28cm as well as the 24cm version.

    We paid $197 for the 28cm and $172 for the 24cm. I thought it was a fair price considering they're sold elsewhere for above $400+

    The 28cm is a bit heavy and we find using the 24cm 90% of the time. All in all good quality ware and also very well known outside Australia.

  • drilly on 10/05/2025 - 08:08

    Surprised nobody here has mentioned Solidteknics, Aussie made and one single piece with no rivets. Wife hates them though cause even though they are carbon steel and lighter than cast iron they are still pretty heavy once you get to the larger sizes.

    • spaceflight on 10/05/2025 - 13:32

      Surprised nobody here has mentioned Solidteknics,

      Maybe because of the title of the post?

      • drilly on 10/05/2025 - 13:35

        Plenty of other comments recommending carbon steel

  • ClintonL on 15/05/2025 - 10:54

    FYI was going to get the IKEA for $69 for 3 layer but I found the Scanpan Clad 5

    https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09D3MNFNQ/ref=fplfs

    5 layers for $86. Does the extra layers normally equate to a better pan?

    • Protractor on 15/05/2025 - 11:04

      Probably better heat retention and temp consistency across the base. But the difference probably isn't going to be massive. That said I'd still go Scanpan, just based on reputation,I guess.The aluminium component ,must be to do with the layers?

      EDIT I see the ali is also a layer in the base.

  • how2pro on 18/05/2025 - 14:21

    I just bought one of these

    https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B077P2X216?ref_=pe_64690442_581…

  • ratoloko on 19/05/2025 - 10:52

    I got Scanpan, it is a brand from the Netherlands IIRC, love them.

    You don't burn your hand like other brands because the metal used for the handle.
    Do some research coz others' handle gets damn hot, Scanpan does not get hot.

    When things get stuck, let it cool down to room temperature, then 2% stronger vinegar and hot water, sit for 5min wash it like everything else.

    I had mines for a few months, they still look like new, following the cleaning process above.

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