Honestly, you can’t go wrong with this bad boy. Yes, I know, it’s pricey. But it may be the single greatest pan I’ve ever used. It’s lightweight, but sturdy. Heats evenly, and it cleans like a dream (always important). But best of all, being stainless steel means you’re going to get amazing crusts on your meat, beautiful fond to make delicious pan sauces. Goes from stovetop to oven without issue. Truly versatile. If you are on the fence, let me tell you to take the plunge!

A few surprises

I moved up to AllClad from another brand of tri-ply cookware simply because it was on my bucket list. My old set was fine but the change was like moving from a Ford to a Lincoln. they both do the job but the difference is in the quality was immediately apparent upon unboxing the 8" and 10" fry pans. I've since acquired 9" and 11" French skillets, with the same impression (why are those no longer made?).The biggest difference was how evenly the All-Clad heats up and how well it stays that way. I'm not a master chef by any measure but that predictability is helpful and gives me more confidence in what I'm doing (I can ruin things better LOL!).If I had a quibble it would be the instructions calling for medium-low preheating. What is that, anyway??? Videos show ... MoreI moved up to AllClad from another brand of tri-ply cookware simply because it was on my bucket list. My old set was fine but the change was like moving from a Ford to a Lincoln. they both do the job but the difference is in the quality was immediately apparent upon unboxing the 8" and 10" fry pans. I've since acquired 9" and 11" French skillets, with the same impression (why are those no longer made?).The biggest difference was how evenly the All-Clad heats up and how well it stays that way. I'm not a master chef by any measure but that predictability is helpful and gives me more confidence in what I'm doing (I can ruin things better LOL!).If I had a quibble it would be the instructions calling for medium-low preheating. What is that, anyway??? Videos show cooks waving their hand over the pan; but I don't have a thermometer built into my palm! I called customer service, who said it was 275 to 325. Great. So I bought a cheap infrared thermometer from Amazon and used it to find out where the Leidenfrost is for my pans, and now All is Good. :)I'll note one more thing. I was originally impressed with All-Clad at a friend's. She had a gas range. I have electric. The difference isn't just words, so All-Clad responds differently on gas and electric stove tops, and electrics differ from stove to stove. You have to learn your stove top as well as your All-Clad to have them make good for you! Lesser pans may be more forgiving, but All-Clad should be used properly to do its best.

Even Heating

I have been cooking on cookware that was handed down to me and is almost 50 years old, Naturally I get hot spots in these pans. This pan heats so evenly cooking with it is a game changer and makes cooking easier. I got a nonstick piece for Christmas and like it so much I bought this one and just ordered a 10 inch to go along with.

Even Heating

This pan is impressive. I have owned other brands that claim fast heating due to a special bottom, but none have every given me such even heating. It is so nice not to have to constantly stir onions to get them to fry evenly. I understand why they offer a lifetime guarantee--this is a high quality pan. The handle did not heat up on me. The 12' pan is too large for my over the counter cabinets, but fit fine in my corner cabinet as well as the dishwasher. The instructions warn that washing in the dishwasher can add spotting to the finish, but the pan was a bit large for me to wash in my small sink, so I put it in the dishwasher. The staining was minor and was limited to the inside of the pan. I also thought the pan was hard to balance when filled with water (I have ... MoreThis pan is impressive. I have owned other brands that claim fast heating due to a special bottom, but none have every given me such even heating. It is so nice not to have to constantly stir onions to get them to fry evenly. I understand why they offer a lifetime guarantee--this is a high quality pan. The handle did not heat up on me. The 12' pan is too large for my over the counter cabinets, but fit fine in my corner cabinet as well as the dishwasher. The instructions warn that washing in the dishwasher can add spotting to the finish, but the pan was a bit large for me to wash in my small sink, so I put it in the dishwasher. The staining was minor and was limited to the inside of the pan. I also thought the pan was hard to balance when filled with water (I have arthritis and a weak grip), but I do not plan on making sauces in it. Over all, I am very pleased with this pan.

Everything I’d hoped for!

The first set of stainless steel pans I owned had a disk bottom. I was frustrated when trying to follow recipes because the temperature was difficult to control and not very even. I have a small All-Clad pan that I used briefly to cook some eggs a few months ago and found that they didn’t stick. The heating was really even and they came out great. So I went and got the 10-inch pan and have been so pleased. I am able to follow the recipes and they turn out just the way they should. The heating is even and uniform and the pan is even lighter than my other ones. I am so glad that I decided to upgrade! The pan is well-balanced, easy to use, easy to wash, and performs great! I will be using this daily for years to come!

Handle is not adequate for weight of the skillet

My first All Clad purchase and I'm sorry to say that I'm not impressed. The handle is thin, oddly shaped and uncomfortable to hold. It is not designed to adequately support the size and weight of the skillet. I believe that based on all of the positive reviews that the quality of the steel must be good and I like that it's made in the USA, but I personally cannot cook with it. And why is it so hard to find lids for the various sizes of pans and skillets? Doesn't a world reknown cookware company realize that most cooking requires lids. Their website had very little to offer. I'll pass on All Clad.

Perfect size, even heat

I love the size of this pan. It's bigger than anything you get in your average cookware set, but smaller than my family sized wok. It's perfect for cooking one pot meals, or for cooking several portions at once. It makes three and half grilled cheese sandwiches at once.The heat distribution is nice and even. Everything I've cooked has come out lovely, like I would expect from a ss pan. The weight is good, though it's a big pan so it's obviously on the heavy side.The handle is all metal, but I haven't had a problem with it conducting heat. I've been able to hold it the entire time cooking.My one disappointment is eggs. Why y'all? Why do eggs stick to this thing like glue. I have a lot of ss. I cook exclusively on that and cast iron. And I make eggs multiple ... MoreI love the size of this pan. It's bigger than anything you get in your average cookware set, but smaller than my family sized wok. It's perfect for cooking one pot meals, or for cooking several portions at once. It makes three and half grilled cheese sandwiches at once.The heat distribution is nice and even. Everything I've cooked has come out lovely, like I would expect from a ss pan. The weight is good, though it's a big pan so it's obviously on the heavy side.The handle is all metal, but I haven't had a problem with it conducting heat. I've been able to hold it the entire time cooking.My one disappointment is eggs. Why y'all? Why do eggs stick to this thing like glue. I have a lot of ss. I cook exclusively on that and cast iron. And I make eggs multiple days a week. I know what I'm doing. But this pan. I had to scrub hard to get them off.

Stainless steel heaven

I bought this pan about a month ago and have been experimenting with it on a variety of foods. I've done a couple of braises, chicken breasts and thighs (boneless and bone-in), and veggies including shiitake mushrooms, which tend to stick easily. I've read other reviews about the pan sticking. Yes. It will stick. Any stainless steel will. However, if you deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup or more of liquid (I've used water, chicken broth, heavy cream, and vinegar) almost everything that's stuck (the fond) will come off. I'm also religious about cleaning the pan and make sure to soak it in hot water before I start cleaning. I go through a lot of Barkeepers Friend, but my pan still looks as good as it did on Day 1.

The BEST pieces to have -Buy this set!

I've been cooking with this cookware for well over 15 years and I can tell you it's effortless. No hot spots, easy to clean, nothing sticks EVER! This 10-pc. set covers all the bases. You could stop right here. But for me I find 3 additional All-Clad items have proven to be useful additions over the years, they are: #1 The Roaster with Rack (turkey, roasts, casseroles, lasagna), I use this regularly. #2 The Pasta Pentola though I now use it infrequently because I've found the 3-qt covered casserole (included in this set!) is just the right size for soup, sauce, and pasta when cooking for 2-4 ppl. The Oval Bakers (set of 2) are essentials; I use them constantly for individual entree portions, sides, and baked desserts. They're excellent for reheating leftovers as ... MoreI've been cooking with this cookware for well over 15 years and I can tell you it's effortless. No hot spots, easy to clean, nothing sticks EVER! This 10-pc. set covers all the bases. You could stop right here. But for me I find 3 additional All-Clad items have proven to be useful additions over the years, they are: #1 The Roaster with Rack (turkey, roasts, casseroles, lasagna), I use this regularly. #2 The Pasta Pentola though I now use it infrequently because I've found the 3-qt covered casserole (included in this set!) is just the right size for soup, sauce, and pasta when cooking for 2-4 ppl. The Oval Bakers (set of 2) are essentials; I use them constantly for individual entree portions, sides, and baked desserts. They're excellent for reheating leftovers as well. It's ALL-CLAD all the way... BEST INVESTMENT EVER!2 TIPS: #1 I highly recommend that you "season" your All-Clad pans before first use, to make them 100% nonstick but without that yucky, peeling surface. (Find simple instructions on YouTube). #2 Never use steel wool pads. Instead clean your All-Clad pieces ONLY with Barkeeper's Friend and they will gleam like new for decades. Seriously.

Would buy another size in a heartbeat

The 10" version of the pan performs as well as my 12" version. Heats up quickly and is mostly non-stick. Love the even temperature and the lightness of the pan. Much better than the graphite pan I recently bought from All Clad, which underperforms in all categories except weight.