I bought my All Clad set back in 1991. I bought a set, so it was pricey but less expensive than buying piece by piece. I'm still using them 30 yrs late. They're not as pretty any more, but I know that I can trust them to get the job done. Best investment I've ever made.
Bought a set of All-Clad 20 years ago with seven children 20 grandchildren and they have been through everything they are the best and I would never trade them in for anything else
You bought the set around the same time I did and I would not never consider replacing it for one the new ones....when we bought them they were made in the USA and the quality was second to none...nowadays they are made in China and would not buy them for half the price they are selling for... a shame that all-Clad chose profit over quality...the sets are horrible.
Ive had All Clad for most of my married life i give it to my children when they establish their own households and it’s one of my favorite wedding gifts.
@@user-mv4it2mp6z all of the actual regular All-Clad items are still made in Pennsylvania. The ones made in China are the cheap small items like the lasagna pans, electronic crock pots, etc.
@@AwareHouseChef We bought them 20+ yrs ago. They were about half the price as they are now. I cannot believe how much they have gone up in price. I have a whole set, they are still like new. I would never use them in the oven though. I just saw a video where someone bought an All Clad 10 pc set at Costco last month for $550. IDK if they are the same, or what, but that's a great deal if you can find it at your Costco.
I bought an all clad copper core 10" pan from a second hand store for $2!!!!😁 I used 320 grit sand paper and grease lightning to clean it. It looked brand new afterwards!
@@kennguyen693 A second hand store (aka thrift store, charity shop) has random items. They're often stocked with donated used items that people don't want anymore, so even at the exact same location, it's unlikely to find the same thing twice. Thrift store shopping is kind of like a treasure hunt - you never know what you will find.
I have a large deep All Clad skillet and lid I got at a thrift store for $7. It was marked $14 but it was half off day, score for me. I found a LeCreuset grill pan at a thrift store for just $6. I was with my Dad that day and I actually squealed when I spotted it, which anused my father because nothing much excites me. Lol I have found quite a few nice Henckel Wosthoff knives in thrift stores. I've managed to kit out my kitchen with many really nice quality items on a poor divorcè pauper type budget. I have great bakeware, wonderful woks. I was also lucky to inherit 2 very well seasoned antique cast iron skillets, they're great, not branded but really wonderful to cook in.
@@heather1239 I only use Bar Keepers Friend cleanser to clean all my pot/pans. Works great. Stainless steel pans are wonderful, always start cooking on low then gradually bring up heat. Food is ready to turn over once brown, no sticking! When ready to wash must let pan cool down, put warm water with a dab of dawn, let soak for short time, then empty water put a small amount of BAR KEEPERS FRIEND cleanser, use a non- scratch pad to scrub clean. No residue from oil, butter what ever you used to cook with. I have had my All-Clad 23 years still like new! They are in my will just as my Cutco knives both are made in America.
@@61soldiergirl I have one all clad. Only use it to heat oil to fry corn tortillas for tacos. Nice pan but jeez! This thing discolored so bad I used bar keepers friend, easy off, I scrubbed for at least a half hour on this one pan. What a pain in the rear!
@@billdivine9501 I haven’t had any problems with discoloration. Always start your cold pan on low heat, then gradually raise temperature. AllClad Customerservice very helpful, will answer and help you with your problem with their products. Never take your AllClad when hot to the sink , wait till cools down, and a tab of dawn soap with warm water soak. I use my fingers to get the loose food off, sprinkle Bar Keepers Friend use a non-scratch sponge to polish/clean whole pan. Like NEW again. I love their pans, like I said over 25 years old still like new. I do not treat them delicately, I use and clean them properly, they will last a lifetime. I contacted Customer Service when first bought, I also had problems until they explained proper care. They are expensive but they won’t let you down, they will last a lifetime and you will pass them down to next generation. 👍🏻
I personally bought this set of stainless from Costco a few months back. I can vouch for everything you find in this video. The Costco product is a virtual steal at their price. I can verify they take longer to heat up, and also longer to cool down. And yes… they are HEAVY. Very difficult to maneuver without considerable arm and hand strength. The extra weight and heat retention capability will remind you of cooking with cast iron without the more superior non-stick capability. Over time I learned how to manage the extra weight, and mastered the cooking technique to avoid serious sticking. I can now cook eggs in my Costco stainless as efficiently as my wife can in her All-Clad non-stick stainless. Also… I left the large Costco skillet on the gas burner with a little water to clean it.. I forgot it for over an hour. It boiled completely dry. It cleaned right up…AND DID NOT WARP. Love my Costco stainless, especially the very large sauce pan/skillet!
For women who are not strong, the Costco brands are just too heavy. I WANTED to love them. But alas, All-Clad is the winner in the petite women’s category.
I am a retired contractor who happens to be a foodie. I have spent my entire life using decent quality cooking utensils. Now I can afford anything I want. I bought a set of all-clad, both stainless and non stick. But I did it a couple pieces at a time and I bought them at home goods for half price. My knifes are all Japanese, Shun and Shibato. These knifes are razor blade sharp and are a joy to use. Are they worth the money, ABSOLUTELY. This is lifetime cookware and knifes that are a joy to use.
I bought a Toyota 4runner and it is great. It's beyond a joy to drive the thing on and off road. I will have this reliable vehicle until the last day I'm alive.
I went to a restaurant supply store 22 years ago right after I got married. I bought a 'set' of pots and pans based on what I expected i would need. They weren't cheap, but NO WHERE NEAR the cost of the All Clad. 22 yrs later i still have all the originals minus the one 12 " non stick pan that i wore out the coating and replaced. Earlier this year i went back to get a skillet, and they still carried all the same pieces. Cost me i think $35 and it matches perfectly. When i got home i washed it out and hung it on the pot rack and it struck me that my 22 year old pots still looked damn near new. Sure, they may be heavier than an all-clad, not as pretty, but I'm after performance and durability, and these commercial pans work beautifully... two decades later!
I bought a small all-clad set 2 years ago and it has made me fall in love with cooking. I cooked in order to eat before, and now I enjoy the process so much more. I had never been able to cook rice on the stove until I upgraded my pans
@@larryhobgoblin6172 - a lot of people don’t know how to cook rice on the stove top. Especially if it wasn’t a staple in their daily food intake. We had rice every day. Every day.
I love my All Clad pans. Besides my cast iron, its all I use. For the burnt on messes, i put a little water in it on the stovetop and basically deglaze the pan. No soaking or scrubbing.
Help I bought some and I cooked one thing and used barkeepers friend but the discoloring and stains won’t come out it looks dull and it didn’t even cook evenly. I think I’ve been scammed
Excellent review! Thank You 🙏 In the near future I’m going to purchase a new set of cookware. I’ve been looking at numerous reviews for cookware made in the USA which there are at least a good handful that have various good ratings. This is a good review and helps with my decision making! Much appreciated 🙏
Thank you for this review. I recently purchased the All-clad D3 set for $700. Love the cookware. Boils water quickly and cooks evenly. About 15 years ago I purchased the Kirkland cookware set. Don’t remember how much I paid but it was under $200. I’ve used it mainly on gas cooktops. The Kirkland pans started making strange noises and water only boiled in the center of the pan. This is the reason I purchased the all-clad. I gave the Kirkland cookware to my sister-in-law. I really like the All-clad - it cooks evenly and boils water quickly. Yes, it is very expensive but I feel it’s worth it and will last the rest of my life. I chose All-clad because it is made in the USA and America’s Test Kitchen gave it the #1 rating.
I've had my All-Clad set for well over 20 years. This was before they called it D3. It was just "All-Clad". Pans are all still tip top condition. They clean up very easy. Just don't abuse your pans. If something gets burned on it's not a big issue. Let the pan soak, then use some Bar Keepers Friend to shine it up. Would I buy them again? Of course. Well worth the money in my book.
No doubt the All-Clad is excellent and superior to Costco in some ways... but the present Costco cookware is NOT the same as it was 15 years ago or even a couple of years ago. They've improved it tremendously. Again... the only negative of the Costco is the weight.... they are heavy... so move a little slower... be sure you have a good grip... lift with one hand and guide with the other... no issues.
TJ Maxx and Homegoods are great for finding All Clad. It has taken longer to built up my collection, but I have saved tons. Just picked up a D3 compact 10.5 " frying pan for $42.
Thank you Greg! Depending on your budget I might consider Demeyere. Check out this a video I did. Demeyere Cookware... Worth It? A Full Review #Demeyere ruclips.net/video/dv-cBt4-FWg/видео.html I also really like Made-in. All the best!
I love my All-Clad pots and pans. There is a learning curve (both cooking and cleaning) when switching from Teflon to stainless but once you learn you never want to go back.
brother you freaking ROCK! I was thinking maybe I was being cheap and going all-clad but now I am leaning towards the costco brand. Thanks for the review!
I got the all-clad 6-qt all-in-one pan last summer and love it. I’ve burned it a couple times and it recovered just fine with the proper cleaning. We have a temperamental burner on our ceramic stove top that’s partly to blame, and my distractibility. Love it for stovetop fried meals and use it about 3-5 times a week. Well worth the investment. Love the high sides and solid performance. I still use my Amway stainless steel cookware we received as a wedding gift and they’ve been great. However, I needed a 6-quart size to cook bigger portions as my Amway set only had a 3-quart sauté, which works great but too small for some jobs. That’s where my 6-quart all-clad pan comes in and fills the bill gloriously. Very happy with it.
I had the Costco version for 17 years, and I couldn’t even lift them. I found myself reaching for the other cheap ones that I had improvised with. I JUST bought my first set of All-Clad. I will NEVER own another brand. Hands down, i LOVE them.
Very informative review. I only have one All Clad pot that is a 3 ply. The handle gets very hot. I found I would reach for my cheap Revereware pots over the All Clad. The Revereware handles wore out after 30 years. I could not afford to buy multiple All Clad pots. I happened upon a set of 3 ply Tramontina pots in Costco last spring for $199 and decided to give them a try after looking up numerous reviews. The reviews were mostly positive. They look very similar to the All Clad and the Costco set (which I did not see at the time of my purchase), although the handles stay cool enough to touch. So far, I am very pleased with the Tramontina set made in Brazil. By chance, I discovered my pressure cooker, that I love, is the same brand. Maybe one day, I will be able to afford to upgrade to the All Clad set, but for now, I won’t switch to buy the Costco or All Clad set just yet as an upgrade.
I swapped all my Revereware pans to AllClad and it was the best investment. We are foodies and make all sorts of different foods. As for clean up? I’ve never had an issue with AllClad. I most often deglaze the pan if there are bits of food stuck to it, that instantly helps clean the pan and then I continue soaking it either for a few more hours or overnight if it’s really bad. But the most important thing to do is heat the pan first before adding the oil and food items especially when searing. The hotter the pan the less likely the food will stick.
Great comparison. Thanks. I love Barkeepers Friend. It is without question the very best cleaner for sinks, toilets, removing hard water deposits on glass and tile. Be careful with it because it is abrasive and WILL scratch glass and softer surfaces. Also be careful (especially boiling it in water) because it contains mild phosphoric acid. That's largely why it works so well.
I know it doesn't matter much here but I have been researching which pans to get and ended up going with Made In. Their products are made in either USA, Germany or Italy depending on the product. They're a direct to consumer company with a warranty and product, they claim, is comparable to All Clad at 1/2 the price. They are arriving via Fed Ex Monday and I'm looking forward to making a review video.
Hey Patrick! It matters a lot! Please let me know how they turn out! I've heard great things about them and I would love to find out more about those questions! All the best!
Same experience with William Sonoma just yesterday! One All Clad Copper Core Box inside a giant box. But compared to the junk packaging Amazon sent a Heston pan in, I'll take it!
I have a lot of Al-Clad copper core pots and pans. Love them. I also use Griswold cast iron stew pots and fry pans also, I've had them for years, but as of late I've been using my Al-Clad. To keep the stainless clean I've use Bar Keepers friend. Both in powered form and liquid form. Works well. But lately I've been using the new product DAWN came out with . It is called " DAWN ultra PLATINUM POWERWASH dish spray" I am amazed how well it removes the baked on greese inside and out on my Al-Clad pots and pans. They look NEW !! Give it a try... You will be pleased.... Just Saying.
Hey Dave! I'm always looking for something that'll make my life easier. I'm going to give it a try and let you know how it works out! All the best and happy New Year!
Try also the Dawn Power Dissolver. It's like the Powerwash on Steroids. Several years ago, Dawn sold it commercially, but it disappeared quickly from stores but about 5 ago I found it again but only available by the case (at Amazon, but I've seen it a few other places.) My last case (of 6) lasted 4 years, but I accidentally discovered it cleans bathroom tile and the oven, so not sure how long the current case will last. BTW, I rarely have to use Bar Keepers friend anymore.
@@daveschidlmeier6425 - It's Dawn Power Dissolver, sometimes it says Dish Power Dissolver or Dawn Professional 56037. It's a white, 32oz spray bottle. The liquid itself is a clear-ish gel. Dawn also has a Professional Degreaser that is a purple liquid in a transparent bottle, but it's something completely different. (I have a case of that too. After 5 yrs I still have most of it. It works well for pans but it's not a soap per se.)
All Clad is truly a purchase for life. I haven't had mine for very long, but I know people who have had theirs for 20+ years. I decided to spend the money and they are truly fantastic. I'm not sure what process you are using for cleaning that took 15 minutes, but I have never had that issue. I do a lot of searing, and I like using the fond. After searing you simply add hot water to the pan on the stove, which immediately removes fond. Simply use the fond liquid for sauce or discard it in the sink. Then you simply rinse the pan under hot water and use a sponge then dry. I rarely have to use any cleaner at all.
Stainless is super simple to clean, use Barkeeper’s Friend, or vinegar, that’s all it takes. If you burn something as badly as you did for this test, you don’t have the right to complain about it being difficult to clean. Your test is Copper Core by AllClad, which is their top of the line, I suggest you consider the aluminum tri-ply. Consider the riveting, I’m not sure about Costco’s, but AllClad uses stainless steel which is harder than the aluminum rivets most manufacturers use. This is important to understand part of the cost. Stainless is more expensive than aluminum, but it is harder and stronger and requires a costly rivet press machine that is engineered specifically for the stainless rivets. Honestly, Costco’s cookware is a great cookware, but you know how these warehouse wholesale pricing s work, one day, Costco will stop selling it they don’t sell individual items. AllClad can be lurched by the set or individual items, and they are more likely to be available in five years. AllClad is heirloom quality and if I had kids, I would pass it Dow, just like my mamaw passed down her cast iron skillet to me. AllClad has a great track record, a long track record. And you can pretty,ugh buy it anywhere and there is no price gouging, prices are within penny’s between retailers. It’s harder to find the Costco cookware outside Costco. For me, I play it safe and simply go the the tried&true.
I just soak mine in water and everything comes off with a dish brush or one of those scrubby sponge pads and a little effort. Im afraid to use BF or other abrasives....eek! Of course I don't burn parmesan cheese and sugar on my pans (usually) :-)
@@David-ei1fs Barkeeper's Friend is actually recommended by AllClad. It's the only thing I've used on my pans for 20+ years and they look brand new. The abrasives in the cleanser are super small and delicate, that is the reason they recommend it. I don't use it everyday as Dawn has been just fine for daily cleaning. If they start looking cloudy is when I use Barkeeper's. Twice yearly I take all my cookware and give them a good cleaning with Barkeeper's; in early November and mid-January, before and after the holiday cooking seasons. As for soaking AllClad - I wouldn't recommend it! The aluminum between the layers of stainless steel is exposed on the top edge of the pan. Soaking causes a chemical reaction that will pit out the aluminum. It's not a big deal, but it makes the pans look defective and it's very difficult to get food particles out of those tiny pits. The pitting of inner layer is why I usually don't put my pans in the dishwasher anyway. AllClad is perfectly fine in the dishwasher, it just won't get the natural sugar residues off the stainless. That is what causes that cloudy rainbow effect in the bottom of the pan. A little vinegar or lemon juice will take that rainbow effect out. That is often what causes the pans to stick.
@@David-ei1fs it's great for that, and you don't even have to scrub, just a cloth, no scouring pad necessary. You can, if you are still concerned about the abrasive, use the liquid BKF. I have used the liquid soft scrub at times with no negative issues.
I just bought the costco set in this video and the rivets are indeed stainless steel (according to the package), the grade of stainless in the handle and rivets are both slightly ferrous and the stainless used in the body of the pan is very ferrous as tested with a strong magnet. They're some thick meaty looking rivets too
A year ago, we bought a set of AllClad stainless steel pans and pots - expensive, but the set was on sale, bought online. My one BIG complaint is the U-shape of the handle - they are PAINFUL to lift ... and really dig into the flesh of my palm below the thumb. I don't know if I am doing it correctly, I suppose, but our older Calphalon stainless pans have rounded cross-section handles and are not painful in the slightest! Of course, gunk build-up around both sets with their inside rivets is irritating. I need to get some steel wool to go clean them soon.
All-Clad D7 ( n.l.a. ) was the only series that came close to the even heat and warp resistance in a skillet on induction that you get with Demeyere Proline 7 ply skillet which also beats today's A-C hands down in speed and efficiency. As of this year All-Clad no longer guarantees the use of U.S. steel only that it is assembled here. Most who rave about A-C are buying D3 not the very expensive A-C Copper Core shown here. D3 skillet warps very quickly on induction especially on portables and older induction. The core is exposed on All-Clad edge, not sealed. This leads to corrosion when in contact with harsh dishwasher detergents. For pots D3 is fine but I'd avoid the fry pans especially for the $100 price tag. The A-C copper core saute as shown is a decent performer but as others say only a good value purchased second quality. Demeyere videos are highly educational on construction so I suggest pp watch first before buying. Useful even if you buy a different brand altogether. Upgrading to something with excellent induction performance now is wise due to rising energy costs and the fact that you may later switch to induction.
Thank you so much for this video. I bought all clad after watching chefs reviews. As you said it's been a pain to clean it, which itself kills motivation to cook after long tiring work day. And we went to back usual non sticks. So special thanks for posting how to clean it. I was usurping the usual Palmolive dish liquid And I ordered the bar friend powder right away on Amazon.
Well, my first All-Clad pan was an 8-qt. (5-ply with copper) stock pot I found at TJ Maxx. It had a very minor imperfection but then was mis-priced at only $60 to boot! I practically ran to the checkout with it. The manager knew it was mis-priced but stuck with the posted price! I paid and hustled out of the store, feeling like I'd stolen it. Fast forward a couple of years and something happened. I was par-boiling a mess of spinach to freeze in portions. I fell asleep. When my husband came home a couple hours later, he found the pot boiled dry, the spinach was unrecognizable, enameled to the bottom of the pan, which was glowing bright red. The kitchen air was practically unbreathable from all the smoke. I freaked out, thinking I'd ruined the pan. Turned it off and pushed it off the burner with a wooden spoon--too hot to handle directly. Fast forward. I was sure it must have warped, delaminated, something. After all, I'd practically melted the pot. The inside stain eventually wore off by itself from use. The outside proved impervious. Now, 20 years later that pot is just fine. It never did warp in the slightest, and is still my favorite pot EVER! I've since bought the copper-clad sauté pan (with splatter shield) , the 10" skillet and the 2-qt pot. Today that pot with the lid is $485 at William & Sonoma! Is it worth it? We have a saying in my family. If something is simply beyond comparison, the best of the best, we call it an "absolute". All-Clad is an absolute.
I was able to buy the All Clad roast Beef/Turkey Pan, I am sorry I do not know the type, I bought mine at TJ Maxx as well and I got a real good deal, my wife was mad for a while, but she has learned to love it, so if you can get over the price you will love it.
What type of All-Clad pan set do you guys recommend? :) Currently shopping (d5,d3, or copper core)? I’m not interested in non-stick options. Thank you ☺️
I got my first all clad about 5 years, found at a goodwill store for around $5. I didn't know anything about it but thought I had heard it was excellent cookware. have purchased a number of all clad since all at thrift stores. love my all clad pans
You’re very lucky. I never find anything worthwhile at Good Will😊 Just checked one of the Goodwill online store and they have All-Clad D5 Stainless-Steel Nonstick All-In-One Pan for $67.00. Is ok, but I like your $2.00 one better 😊
Thankyou for your review. I bought cuisinart. I love 'em. I paid a whopping $119.00 for their basic set on Amazon 2 years ago. (😊yep) They're all I need. Easy to clean. They hold up under the the broiler. I bought a set for my daughter Christmas 2020. They were $169.00. Her set included a strainer and a few other added items. She loves them, too. I'm partial to cuisinart. God bless you and keep you in his tender loving care .
i thank you for the review and for your public service message. When i was a student, my colleagues worked part time retail said there were so many who took advantage of the return policies. Walmart has clamped down now, as well as their price matching. Yes, generous return policies in effect to protect us from defective and subpar products/services. Please do not take advantage and abuse them.
@@aloysiusdevadanderabercrombie8 That may be but is immaterial since they will pay whatever slave wages people will let them get away with no matter if nothings ever returned
Thankful you showed such honesty and candor in this video. In these days of COVID-19, when few people have the $$ to spend on things like All Clad, this review is a touchstone.
@@AwareHouseChef they come with a beeswax coating that you hit with boiling water. Then season like cast iron, I did mine on the stovetop. Well seasoned, it's almost non stick. See "Uncle Scott's Kitchen" on UTube, he uses a lot of them. Clean w/ hot water and elbow grease.
I have a Mineral B which I love. Replaced a Matfer Black Steel because that one was thin enough for a glass top electric stove to warp it. The Mineral B is about 3mm and won't warp on glass top or induction. Downside is it is very hard to find the Mineral B Pro (with the truly oven-impervious stainless steel handles) -- the regular/old Mineral B was only 350F safe, and the newest ones with black epoxy coated handles are 450-500F safe (which is good enough, and what I have). They are sort of like cast iron with seasoning. I've never gotten a carbon steel to the point I can scramble eggs in it without oil (which you almost can with cast iron...), but I can fry an egg with a tiny bit of butter and have it be ok.
@@AwareHouseChef You don't really clean them. While they are still warm you wipe them out, or gently clean them in hot water without soap. You dry them over a medium heat then just wipe them with a kitchen towel with a little (very little) oil. It takes but a minute or so. If ever a skillet needs more seasoning, it can be done on the stove in about 30 minutes, or an hour in the oven. My $50 carbon steel 12" frying pan will out perform anything All-Clad have ever produced IF you are prepared to learn how to use it correctly. Nothing sticks to it, ever.
I have many pieces of All-Clad's Copper Core line, and I would never trade them in for anything, especially anything made in China. I have no trouble cleaning mine, and after years of use, they are still sparkling like new, thanks to diligent care and Bar Keepers Friend for stainless steel.
Guess I am the odd duck out, but I can’t afford All-Clad. I was gifted the Kirkland pans for Christmas and I absolutely love them. I have had no issues with warping! Thanks for the video 🙂
I have a set of 'commercial' pans similar to the Costco. 22 years and I've never warped one. Dozens of trips through a 450 deg oven all kinds of abuse. As long as you don't put a hot pan under cold water, they should never warp. Warping doesn't come from heat... It comes from uneven heating/cooling.
I have been struggling with the decision to pay $2000 for the 13 piece all clad set. I must have watched every video possible. This video, sir, is by far the best review I’ve seen. I figured I would go ahead and buy the Costco brand for $200. If I don’t like it I’ll gift it to someone else.
Hi Mimi! I am extremely grateful for your kindness. I use them almost daily and I am very satisfied. Some folks have commented that their sets have warped. Costco stands behind their products for years after they are purchased. All the best!!
Go to RUclips and type in America's Test Kitchen pans They'll give you a detailed, extensive review. I had everything I own stolen which included my AllClad stainless pans. I'm in my 70s now and didn't want to spend the amount of money that the All Vlad pans cost. I bought the runner up which is Tramonrina stainless tri-ply all clad MADE IN BRAZIL. I love these pans. If you have the time to shop and compare prices, you can do very well. Otherwise, they tend to be a lot more expensive. If you're really on a budget and you want a great plan for the price, I'd get the Costco set. Note:. If you take a hot pan and put it in cold water, it WILL warp, so don't.
If you decide to go All Clad (or anything really), I would just get single pieces as you need. Do you really *require* a 13 piece set? Or will you actually only really use a skillet, a sauce pan, and a stock pot? Does your stock pot need to be fully clad ($200+) or will a disk bottom ($50) work just as well (since it’ll always hold liquid)? I think sets of kitchen equipment in general is typically a waste of money. Pot sets, knife sets, baking sheet sets (do you really need 3 sizes or would 3 half sheets be more useful?), etc.
If you cook a lot, then definitely go All Clad. You'll never regret it. Also, be sure to check out TJ Maxx, Home Goods & Marshalls. They get different pieces throughout the year-- especially in Jan & Feb.
@@zachpw As someone who bought an All-Clad set, I kinda agree. I find I almost never use the sauté pan. A saucier would be much more useful for me. The 4-quart saucepan doesn't get used that much either, but it's the one with the steamer insert, so it would be a bit harder to give up.
Very objective and thorough review. Efficiently presented. Thank you. I didn't even know about Costco's return policy since I don't have nearby and have never considered shopping there before. They should pay you commission for that alone. It is very pro-consumer, and that is a very rare thing to see in retail at all the major retailers these days! You are way underrated on RUclips. Subscribed. I am just shopping for some new pans, and don't normally watch this kind of content. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Thank you Paul that’s an honor I do not take lightly. I appreciate your kindness and look forward to your further opinions as well as suggestions. All the best!
Costco advertises that return policy but in real life you have to earn that return with no packaging or original receipt. I guarantee you after even owning the Costco pans you can’t return them after 6 month much less 6 years unless there is a major flaw. A no questions asked return policy really isn’t realistic, but sounds great to potential customers. Honestly if I buy a product and they tout such a return policy it sounds suspect to me. My parents have all clad since 1975 and I’ll inherit it, you think this Costco junk is going to be passed down generations?
@@AwareHouseChef and from my experience which I was speaking of I disagree with you. im so sure you =have so much experience returning items at Costco. if that's the case then that says something about the quality of goods at Costco right? why would you return an item 2 years later?
@@DeepSnowRider wow. Really? I had a bad Wi-Fi router. Thought I bought it a year before. Turned out it was two years. Refunded me and I bought another.
Best scientific review. We have Amway queen cook ware which was super expensive too I stopped using it for years. Just too them out because my camper van has an induction stove I watched your cleaning vid too.
I looked at the Kirkland set at Costco a few months ago. The quality (fit and finish) was noticeably worse than my All Clad pieces. They have to use cheap labor and cut corners to achieve that $200 price point. I'd also argue that huge sets like that are a waste of money. Most people really only need an 8", 10", and/or 12" skillet, maybe a 3-4 qt sauce pot, and a 6-8 qt stock pot. That covers most everything. Then add in some cast iron and/or carbon steel skillets and you're set.
@Stay EZ My Friends All Clad is higher quality but costs more money. People can choose if they want to pay more for higher quality. Large cookware sets have pieces people don't need, so they end up wasting money when buying large sets. I didn't think this was hard to grasp.
@@AwareHouseChef i watched your video and was interested in your even heating measurements. I was an R&D program manager for a high end US cookware manufacturer, take a guess. Anyway, I worked on ways to measure "even heating" in order to quantify the idea of even heating and potentially make claims around that attribute. As in your example we were benchmarking our new 5'ply product versus All-Clad 5-ply and a few lesser products making 5-ply claims (Emeril. Kirkland. ...) Essentially we took overhead thermal images of each pan under identical heat loads using gas, electric and induction. Each thermal image was approx 25 000 pixels providing 25,000 temp data points. With some relatively simple stat analysis, you can quantify what even heating means. I should have patented that test method but did not Also. The Kirkland stuff is cheap for several reasons.. - Thinner guage overall - Most expensive copper layer is only microns thick (I elevtron microscoped it) - overall cheaper metal - Chinese manufacture versus All-Clad US manufacture. I can discuss further if you wish.
@@stuatl4955 thank you so much for responding! Of course I don't have the credentials or the equipment that you have. I would absolutely love to know more! I don't want to put you on the spot because I'm not sure what contractual obligation you are under. But would you be able to zoom a quick video? if you can't be on one of my videos that's totally fine but even just to talk to you in person would be wonderful! I really appreciate you reaching out!
@@stuatl4955 Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China. Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa. Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
RECENTLY…5 months ago…bought KIRKLAND brand…I am quite satisfied…I use them daily, I cook meals: Pasta alla Norcina, Spaghetti al Limone, Arroz con Pollo, Ragu sauce, - I am sure you get my drift…love the art of cooking…thanks for your review, well done!
i love my one all clad skillet but this video awakened me to the possibility of the kirkland set. still love the all clad for the ability to broil steak on it all day everyday guaranteed. one steak one pan baby. great video
On the warping complaint - I wonder if heating it up to 450 F or higher, then immediately putting it under cold running water would make it warp? I've noticed a lot of home cooks don't let their cookware cool down before running water over it.
At any other store, I would be skeptical. Costco's customer service is really second to none. For me that is the way I would go, just because of the customer service. Any problems? No problem! You just take it back, anytime. That's a big selling point. I don't know what metals these pans are made of. I don't want to find out a year later that they were a waste of money. What other company would allow you to return them after a year?
Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China. Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa. Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
@@pattijesinoski1958 I heard even Weber kettle grills are manufactured in China now. They need to bring it back to USA. Japanese electronics should be made in Japan. * * * * China.
Ive wanted to pick up an all clad set for years and just never wanted to fork over the money for it. Well yesterday I went to costco with a friend and saw that whole set for $199. and had to grab it. Im sure it will do just fine for what Ill use it for at home.
Nice review. I have an All-Clad saute pan and skillet, I've had the saute pan for decades, use it every day. They cook great and clean easily. Great products but... I HATE the handles! They dig into your hands and are so narrow, you have to be really careful not to let a full pan twist and spill. The best handle I ever had was a hefty tubular sheet stainless steel one on an Analon, which is sadly long gone. I wish All-Clad would improve the handles.
I have an All-Clad 12 in fry pan and loved it for awhile. Then I got the DaTerra Cucina ceramic 11 in pan and found myself putting the All-Clad away and using the DaTerra as my daily pan. It’s oven safe to 450° also...though I’ve never personally used it in my oven. Made in Italy.
@@AwareHouseChef I realize it’s not an apples to apples comparison as one of mine is SS and the other is ceramic-coated...though, I think it’s best for health reasons to mix up the cookware types a bit as most All-Clad and other SS cookware use an uncomfortable amount of nickel. Could be concerning if eating foods cooked on it too often. Ceramic coating isn’t perfect either (I think Xtrema ceramic is the only ceramic, as it’s all ceramic and not just a coating, that’s deemed truly safe/healthy.) With the Da Terra, it’s nice not to have any toxic Teflon exposure, but still be able to make pancakes, eggs, chicken, anything really with evenly cooked results...and cleanup is so easy. For pancakes, I use the Da Terra and cast iron at the same time. The look of the pancakes are slightly different (how they brown) but both taste equally great. It is good to get a little iron supplementation from the cast iron, however! But back to All-Clad SS, it certainly is durable and has a fantastic warranty, so I’d say everyone still should have a small SS saucepan and fry pan in the kitchen. But really enjoyed the comparison vid you did. There are certainly many options to choose from!! Now back to health. 😉 I think your vid also displayed well the amount of EMF radiation your induction ranges are emitting due to what they’re doing to your microphone. If researched, you’ll find induction cooktops do indeed expose you to high levels of EMF radiation. Big health impact there. Gas and electric ranges would be safer options. Recommend buying an EF/EMF/RF meter to check levels around the house. And of course, stay far away from your microwave when it’s running! 💞 Take care of yourself. YHWH bless you!
I have a set of All-Clad that I got in 1998 and I will never use anything else. I have four new additions, one of which is the copper-core pan you reviewed today and I love it! I even got rid of my Le Creuset after falling in love with All-Clad. I will continue to grow my little pots and pans family. Maybe I should name them?🙂🙃😉😊😛😋🤩
Man I am super happy to support American manufacturing. Where did you get that from? How long ago? Because I would love to pick up the set. Thank you for sharing that!
@@AwareHouseChef It was limited time offer about ten months ago from CostCo's on line store. I feel like they get different deals throughout the year. It was a D5 brushed stainless ten piece set for $699.
Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China. Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa. Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
Hello from Canada. Just picked up a set of the pots and pans at Costco. And I appreciate your review it make me feel better about getting them thanks 😊
So about two weeks in and I absolutely love them .I have one cast pan to use if I need to put something in the oven over 400 And so easy to clean. Thanks again
My husband has an older version, I would say, of this set. We love it. At one time, he thought to return it because of getting another highly advertised set that was touted as non-stick...he didn’t, and is so glad because even though some things are touted as ultra best, it’s always best to have a fall-back position. That was this pan set! Very trustworthy and reliable.
Great video! I don't have either of the brands that you tested. I have a couple of Tramontina pans. An 8" and 10" skillet. I really like them. One of my favorite things about them is how easy they clean up. I have been using "Barkeepers Friend" for "Stainless Steel" for years and love it. Over time this powder acts like a polishing compound and smoothes the pan to the point that they clean up almost as easy as non-stick. I fry pork chops in the 10" and I sear the chops seriously on both sides. To clean the pan I wipe out the fat and oil with a paper towel and use the sprayer on the sink to rinse out 90-95 percent of the mess ( I kid you not). I then use the Barkeepers Friend to remove any oxidation or "blueing" in the pan. It also works great on the outside of the pans to clean the bottoms of burn marks and it buffs out the finish to make them look new again. I see in the comments that alot of you have long-time use of stainless steel pans. If you haven't used "BF" yet give it a try. My sister had an older set of Farberware's 18/10 Millenium pots and pans. She didn't know about "BF" and just used dishsoap and cleanser to clean them. They looked a little worn. I got her some "BF" and I cleaned the whole set for her and she couldn't believe how they cleaned up...they looked as-good-as-new!
Very nice! Answered most of my questions. I wonder about performance on a gas range. Seems like all clad is a touch more responsive. Wonder about a sear between the 2 and cast iron
I'm going to try it on an open flame as well. Maybe I will do a follow-up video about that. See if I can get the cookware to warp. I would imagine if you keep the temperature at a reasonable level, which is a little harder to do on an open flame, I think that the pans will perform well.
The All-Clad pan you used is the new 5 layer. (apparently to work on induction cooktops) It is heavier than their classic 3 layer pans most of us have used for decades. (which won't work on induction) My All-Clad copper pans were a gift from my friends over 20 years ago. I have always loved cooking. There is something magical and wonderful about All-Clad. That is the only way I can describe them. Worth every penny!
This is incredible timing. I was at Costco literally a week ago looking at that exact set and debating on buying one All-Clad pan or just trying out this Costco Set. Thank you for your through review.
@@ramecodiesel8271 don't be so bias, products from China have improved tremendously. Years ago, if you are old enough, we looked down on Janpanese products, even cars. Look what happen today!
I would love to have the new Kirkland cookware set. Unfortunately, I can't justify the cost because the set I bought over a decade ago is still beautiful and cooks whatever I need it to and no warping. I bought an expensive name-brand 12-inch skillet as a companion piece and it warped within the first month. I think my Kirkland is still beautiful because I use a combination of blue scrub sponge, dish liquid, and baking soda to polish them up a few times a month. This method has kept my mother's Corningware sparkling white too. (I inherited them in 2010.)
Thank you Chef for this review. I have a few cast Iron. They are my fave. I've been cooking for myself since I was 17 years old. I cook everyday as early as 4am from breakfast to dinner. My son bring his own lunch since pre school. Our apartment smells like food every day😊. That's why I invested on a good cooking pots and Air Purifier😊
Dear Chef, Thank you for the video. I am replacing my ScanPans with stainless steel. Can you tell me what pots and pans you personally use in your home kitchen? What stainless steel pans DO you recommend, if any, for any budget? Thank you! Shannon
Yes! I use Demeyere. Check out that video. They are the best ruclips.net/video/dv-cBt4-FWg/видео.htmlsi=zC0-7D24OrtzKF3B I am also happy with my Made-in but it’s not anywhere near the quality. All the best!
Thank you SO Much for answering my question. 🙂 You are truly a blessing and a wealth of experience and knowledge for this community of inspiring consumers who want the best cookware possible. It is so important to me to find quality, healthy non-toxic cookware. I have learned so much from you! Thank you for your heartfelt, kindhearted lessons in all your videos. I am so grateful to you! @@AwareHouseChef
I love to cook. I have over the past few years come into money and have replaced all my cookware with All Clad. My two daughters are great cooks and I always buy them an All Clad piece for birthdays etc. My great grandchildren will be using this stuff a hundred years from now. It makes anybody a better cook.
We have All-Clad in our kitchen and I bought the Costco Kirkland for my mom a couple years ago. I honestly don't see a huge difference. I really like the Kirkland stuff.
I purchased the costco to use while my kitchen is destroyed and I’m cooking on induction. The only thing I have used the large stock pot for so far is to boil my pasta. The pot pitted the first time I used it. will be taking them back.
All stainless will pit if you salt the water before boiling. All-Clad instructions warn against this explicitly. Too bad the Costco instructions are incomplete.
Excellent demonstration! Thank you for putting in the time and effort into this because I’m actually looking for a quality new set of sauté pans and naturally RUclips is creeping in the background and picked up on it. I’m curious to get your opinion because I’m not a fan of stainless steel mainly because of how difficult it is to use and keep clean but that may be because I lack education and experience using stainless steel. My wife and I just got an LG induction oven/stovetop and we are considering getting a high quality set of non stick pans OR a high quality cast iron set. In your experience which would you steer me towards and what brand? I realize nonstick is just a huge convenience to have but it also makes me increasingly worrisome if the chemicals from the nonstick coating seeping into my food.
It is almost best to get different types of pans and pots for different uses. So I have a non-stick pan that I use daily and I have been using it for the past 12 years. The brand is Le Creuset. It really holds up well. As far as I know and I have checked with the manufacturer, there is nothing but a ceramic coating on it. I haven't experimented with carbon yet. But I really like to use cast iron for searing steaks. I like to use the Le Creuset pots for boiling water because again they're porcelain coated with pretty decent heat retention because of the cast iron that they're under. Not a big fan of stainless. Usually it's too hard to clean. I don't trust American or foreign manufacturers all that much. Stainless is said to have chemicals in it that can leach into your food. In a commercial environment like my restaurant, all we use is stainless. And we beat the daylights out of it.
@@AwareHouseChef Awesome thanks man! Great content I’ll have to check out more if your channel. Le Creuset was already on my list so I’m just going to make it easy and take your recommendations on the brand 🙌🏻 My heart goes out to you restaurant owners/workers. I waited tables for 10 years and I can’t imagine doing any of that and staying sane in this climate. Best of luck to you in 2021!
When we built our house 4 years ago, my husband insisted we install an induction stove top which meant my previous pans weren’t compatible. We bought a set of cuisinart non stick pans and always hand wash and dry after the first year of use, there were scratches on the edges. After some research and speaking to several sales people, we settled on All Clad. We ended up buying at 10 piece set at Macy’s that originally on sale for around $600 but after coupons and some other rebate, it was roughly $420. They’ve been awesome. Although I’ve never intentionally burned anything in hem, I have found that using Dawn Powerwash has made it a lot easier to clean and leaves them sparkling.
Nearing retirement, I have all the all-clad I've ever bought over the last 40+ years and use it all the time. They replaced the one pan that warped no questions asked. I've thrown away a lot of other stuff, some of which I've replaced with all-clad. I also have some of the other pro labels and have never regretted spending the extra, because I still have it. Look at the Americas Test Kitchen reviews and you'll see why they keep choosing All-clad and some of the other pro brands. Get what you can afford when you have to have it but don't fool yourself about what you are getting. You WILL throw away budget stuff eventually and buy it over again. As soon as you can, get the good stuff, and when you get to my age, you'll still be using it. And by the way, I have purchased most of my all-clad and other pro brands from factory second sales. These are just minor blemishes that don't affect cooking quality. I've saved hundreds if not thousands.
I don't buy any pans in sets. For one thing, the best materials for a skillet is not the same as the best material for a saucepan or stockpot. I buy them as I need them, with a preference for buying second hand. After all, I can see how they stand up to wear before I buy them. When you buy a set, you get what someone thinks you want, not what you actually need.
As a culinary student. I have just about a complete set of All Clad pans at home. And I can tell the deference between what I use at home vs what we use in the French Kitchen on campus, which are aluminum pans. Although that might change because my school is putting the finishing touches on a brand new 168,000 square foot culinary department. And everything will be brand new right down to the stram kettles. Now I am wondering how would All Clad stand up to the new boys in town Made In?
Hey Donald! That's a really good question. I was thinking about purchasing the Made In brand. I think it's pretty well made. Immediate differences would probably not show up in a few trials. I would imagine that you would see differences in the long term.
I have the Costco set and two of mine have warped (glass cooktop, not induction). This is my first “nice” set of pans, and was aware that the laminated construction needed care to not overheat, or cool to quickly, so, i have been careful. I was going to just return them, but hearing your comment about the complaints maybe part of a limited run, I will replace them with the same pans (hoping it’s the current run). Thanks for the video.
Thanks Damon! It's kind of hard to beat their return policy and their customer service. If it was not for the reputation, I probably would never have even reviewed them. But I'm glad that I did! And I'm really glad that you benefited from it! All the best!
I absolutely love my D5 brushed stainless All-Clad set. I accidentally burnt some butter solids at the bottom of the stock pot while making ghee. It was really badly burnt and crusted! I put a cup of white vinegar and about 2 cups of water in the pan and heated it to a simmer... It came out perfectly clean with a light scouring scrub sponge! No extra abrasive needed! I do use Barkeepers Friend on my set occasionally to keep things shiny because we have very hard water that leaves mineral deposits. I've owned Costo Kirkland pans as well as a few other off brands and nothing has ever compared to my All-Clad. They're absolutely worth the investment.
Purchased my first All Clad in 1982, still looks ad performs great have a kitchen full. Love em. .
I bought my All Clad set back in 1991. I bought a set, so it was pricey but less expensive than buying piece by piece. I'm still using them 30 yrs late. They're not as pretty any more, but I know that I can trust them to get the job done. Best investment I've ever made.
You can have them professionally polished FYI.
I still have my sets from 30 years ago I bought as a kid still going strong. Some I remember paying $20 for NEW on sale!
Bought a set of All-Clad 20 years ago with seven children 20 grandchildren and they have been through everything they are the best and I would never trade them in for anything else
You bought the set around the same time I did and I would not never consider replacing it for one the new ones....when we bought them they were made in the USA and the quality was second to none...nowadays they are made in China and would not buy them for half the price they are selling for... a shame that all-Clad chose profit over quality...the sets are horrible.
@@user-mv4it2mp6z All Clad is still made in the US (at least their major lines D3 and D5)
I also have all clad and they are AWESOME. Wouldn’t buy anything else.
Ive had All Clad for most of my married life i give it to my children when they establish their own households and it’s one of my favorite wedding gifts.
@@user-mv4it2mp6z all of the actual regular All-Clad items are still made in Pennsylvania. The ones made in China are the cheap small items like the lasagna pans, electronic crock pots, etc.
I've had my All Clad pots and pans for 20+ years and will be able to hand them down to my daughter one day. Best investment in my kitchen, hands down!
I totally agree! I love All-Clad. May I ask, if you do recall, when you purchased them, were they comparatively as expensive then as they are now?
@@AwareHouseChef We bought them 20+ yrs ago. They were about half the price as they are now. I cannot believe how much they have gone up in price. I have a whole set, they are still like new. I would never use them in the oven though. I just saw a video where someone bought an All Clad 10 pc set at Costco last month for $550. IDK if they are the same, or what, but that's a great deal if you can find it at your Costco.
I bought an all clad copper core 10" pan from a second hand store for $2!!!!😁 I used 320 grit sand paper and grease lightning to clean it. It looked brand new afterwards!
That's awesome! You probably got an older all clad that is made entirely in the US. Good move! Thanks for sharing!
What store?
@@kennguyen693 A second hand store (aka thrift store, charity shop) has random items. They're often stocked with donated used items that people don't want anymore, so even at the exact same location, it's unlikely to find the same thing twice. Thrift store shopping is kind of like a treasure hunt - you never know what you will find.
I have a large deep All Clad skillet and lid I got at a thrift store for $7. It was marked $14 but it was half off day, score for me. I found a LeCreuset grill pan at a thrift store for just $6. I was with my Dad that day and I actually squealed when I spotted it, which anused my father because nothing much excites me. Lol
I have found quite a few nice Henckel Wosthoff knives in thrift stores. I've managed to kit out my kitchen with many really nice quality items on a poor divorcè pauper type budget. I have great bakeware, wonderful woks. I was also lucky to inherit 2 very well seasoned antique cast iron skillets, they're great, not branded but really wonderful to cook in.
@@hannakinn you have lucked up!!
My All-Clad over 25 years old, still like new! LOVE their products worth every penny!
Any cleaning advice or has it been pretty hassle- free for you?
I am currently looking into investing in pots/pans made to last.
@@heather1239 I only use Bar Keepers Friend cleanser to clean all my pot/pans. Works great. Stainless steel pans are wonderful, always start cooking on low then gradually bring up heat. Food is ready to turn over once brown, no sticking! When ready to wash must let pan cool down, put warm water with a dab of dawn, let soak for short time, then empty water put a small amount of BAR KEEPERS FRIEND cleanser, use a non- scratch pad to scrub clean. No residue from oil, butter what ever you used to cook with. I have had my All-Clad 23 years still like new! They are in my will just as my Cutco knives both are made in America.
@@61soldiergirl I have one all clad. Only use it to heat oil to fry corn tortillas for tacos. Nice pan but jeez! This thing discolored so bad I used bar keepers friend, easy off, I scrubbed for at least a half hour on this one pan. What a pain in the rear!
@@billdivine9501 I haven’t had any problems with discoloration. Always start your cold pan on low heat, then gradually raise temperature. AllClad Customerservice very helpful, will answer and help you with your problem with their products. Never take your AllClad when hot to the sink , wait till cools down, and a tab of dawn soap with warm water soak. I use my fingers to get the loose food off, sprinkle Bar Keepers Friend use a non-scratch sponge to polish/clean whole pan. Like NEW again. I love their pans, like I said over 25 years old still like new. I do not treat them delicately, I use and clean them properly, they will last a lifetime. I contacted Customer Service when first bought, I also had problems until they explained proper care. They are expensive but they won’t let you down, they will last a lifetime and you will pass them down to next generation. 👍🏻
@@61soldiergirl I too have All-clad pots and pans and Cutco knives and love them.
I personally bought this set of stainless from Costco a few months back. I can vouch for everything you find in this video. The Costco product is a virtual steal at their price. I can verify they take longer to heat up, and also longer to cool down. And yes… they are HEAVY. Very difficult to maneuver without considerable arm and hand strength. The extra weight and heat retention capability will remind you of cooking with cast iron without the more superior non-stick capability. Over time I learned how to manage the extra weight, and mastered the cooking technique to avoid serious sticking. I can now cook eggs in my Costco stainless as efficiently as my wife can in her All-Clad non-stick stainless. Also… I left the large Costco skillet on the gas burner with a little water to clean it.. I forgot it for over an hour. It boiled completely dry. It cleaned right up…AND DID NOT WARP. Love my Costco stainless, especially the very large sauce pan/skillet!
I have had a great experience with mine. Simply unbeatable for the price. I beat the daylights out of the ones I have and they do very well. Cheers!
For women who are not strong, the Costco brands are just too heavy. I WANTED to love them. But alas, All-Clad is the winner in the petite women’s category.
I am a retired contractor who happens to be a foodie. I have spent my entire life using decent quality cooking utensils. Now I can afford anything I want. I bought a set of all-clad, both stainless and non stick. But I did it a couple pieces at a time and I bought them at home goods for half price. My knifes are all Japanese, Shun and Shibato. These knifes are razor blade sharp and are a joy to use. Are they worth the money, ABSOLUTELY. This is lifetime cookware and knifes that are a joy to use.
Well said!
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I bought a Toyota 4runner and it is great. It's beyond a joy to drive the thing on and off road. I will have this reliable vehicle until the last day I'm alive.
@@Beef5 so related to the topic 😺
@@mandysho so able to understand sarcasm! 🤡
I went to a restaurant supply store 22 years ago right after I got married. I bought a 'set' of pots and pans based on what I expected i would need. They weren't cheap, but NO WHERE NEAR the cost of the All Clad.
22 yrs later i still have all the originals minus the one 12 " non stick pan that i wore out the coating and replaced.
Earlier this year i went back to get a skillet, and they still carried all the same pieces. Cost me i think $35 and it matches perfectly.
When i got home i washed it out and hung it on the pot rack and it struck me that my 22 year old pots still looked damn near new.
Sure, they may be heavier than an all-clad, not as pretty, but I'm after performance and durability, and these commercial pans work beautifully... two decades later!
Thanks for sharing that!
What is/are the BRAND name/s of your 22 year old restaurant supply cookware? Thank you.
Excellent video. I am impressed by you asking people not to abuse warranties. Thank you for introducing me to Kirkland brand pans.
Thank you Joseph! Truly appreciate the kindness! All the best
I bought a small all-clad set 2 years ago and it has made me fall in love with cooking. I cooked in order to eat before, and now I enjoy the process so much more. I had never been able to cook rice on the stove until I upgraded my pans
@@Meme-is9ts stainless. The only non-stick pan I own is by Scan Pan, which I am also very happy with.
You couldn’t cook rice? Lmfaoooooooooo
@@larryhobgoblin6172 - a lot of people don’t know how to cook rice on the stove top. Especially if it wasn’t a staple in their daily food intake. We had rice every day. Every day.
I love my All Clad pans. Besides my cast iron, its all I use. For the burnt on messes, i put a little water in it on the stovetop and basically deglaze the pan. No soaking or scrubbing.
35 years with my All-Clad but I knew at year 1 that I had made a great investment in quality. It's been a pleasure.
Great investment!
@@AwareHouseChef
Appreciate your tips, but I am new at pot & pan kitchenware stuff. So what is All-Clad?
Help I bought some and I cooked one thing and used barkeepers friend but the discoloring and stains won’t come out it looks dull and it didn’t even cook evenly. I think I’ve been scammed
@@ninilovenana
Yep you've been scammed ! 😆
@V Law
TYVM !! 😊
Excellent review! Thank You 🙏
In the near future I’m going to purchase a new set of cookware. I’ve been looking at numerous reviews for cookware made in the USA which there are at least a good handful that have various good ratings.
This is a good review and helps with my decision making! Much appreciated 🙏
My pleasure Susan! Thank you for your kindness! All the best!
I’ve had my All Clad for 12 years and it’s still as good as they day I bought the set.
Where could buy all clad American made stainless steel cook set.
Twelve years ago we bought a SS set at Costco, absolutely love them. They're similar to these but different.
Thank you for this review. I recently purchased the All-clad D3 set for $700. Love the cookware. Boils water quickly and cooks evenly. About 15 years ago I purchased the Kirkland cookware set. Don’t remember how much I paid but it was under $200. I’ve used it mainly on gas cooktops. The Kirkland pans started making strange noises and water only boiled in the center of the pan. This is the reason I purchased the all-clad. I gave the Kirkland cookware to my sister-in-law. I really like the All-clad - it cooks evenly and boils water quickly. Yes, it is very expensive but I feel it’s worth it and will last the rest of my life. I chose All-clad because it is made in the USA and America’s Test Kitchen gave it the #1 rating.
All Clad is good for better than a lifetime--it's multi-generational!
I've had my All-Clad set for well over 20 years. This was before they called it D3. It was just "All-Clad". Pans are all still tip top condition. They clean up very easy. Just don't abuse your pans. If something gets burned on it's not a big issue. Let the pan soak, then use some Bar Keepers Friend to shine it up. Would I buy them again? Of course. Well worth the money in my book.
No doubt the All-Clad is excellent and superior to Costco in some ways... but the present Costco cookware is NOT the same as it was 15 years ago or even a couple of years ago. They've improved it tremendously. Again... the only negative of the Costco is the weight.... they are heavy... so move a little slower... be sure you have a good grip... lift with one hand and guide with the other... no issues.
@@larryturner9748
What is the name (cook wear) at Costco?
How is the sister in law doing with Kirkland? Probably happy to have something.
Just got that exactly All Clad fry pan (looks unused) for $14.99 at Fur-Kids Thrift store . Gonna test it tonight!
TJ Maxx and Homegoods are great for finding All Clad. It has taken longer to built up my collection, but I have saved tons. Just picked up a D3 compact 10.5 " frying pan for $42.
It seems that it is the go to spot for All-Clad!
Great timing on finding your review. I have wanted to get rid of my non stick cookware due to its toxicity, but I didn’t know which way to go.
Thank you Greg! Depending on your budget I might consider Demeyere. Check out this a video I did.
Demeyere Cookware... Worth It? A Full Review #Demeyere
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I also really like Made-in. All the best!
I love my All-Clad pots and pans. There is a learning curve (both cooking and cleaning) when switching from Teflon to stainless but once you learn you never want to go back.
Any tips for cooking? I just got mine and I was ready to take it back because it didn't clean well. Well, until I learnt about Barkeepers.
@@blutee614 barkeepers??
@@JohnDoe-gc1kt Bar Keeper's Friend, a powdered cleanser.
brother you freaking ROCK! I was thinking maybe I was being cheap and going all-clad but now I am leaning towards the costco brand. Thanks for the review!
Thank you BJ. It’s a great value. I almost believe that they are either made in the same factory or both made by Al-clad. Cheers.
I got the all-clad 6-qt all-in-one pan last summer and love it. I’ve burned it a couple times and it recovered just fine with the proper cleaning. We have a temperamental burner on our ceramic stove top that’s partly to blame, and my distractibility. Love it for stovetop fried meals and use it about 3-5 times a week. Well worth the investment. Love the high sides and solid performance. I still use my Amway stainless steel cookware we received as a wedding gift and they’ve been great. However, I needed a 6-quart size to cook bigger portions as my Amway set only had a 3-quart sauté, which works great but too small for some jobs. That’s where my 6-quart all-clad pan comes in and fills the bill gloriously. Very happy with it.
They have been around a long time for a good reason. Thanks!
My husband bought me a set of All-Clad 12-13 years ago (at my request) for Christmas. We use it daily and it has held up no problems
It’s great cookware!
I had the Costco version for 17 years, and I couldn’t even lift them. I found myself reaching for the other cheap ones that I had improvised with. I JUST bought my first set of All-Clad. I will NEVER own another brand. Hands down, i LOVE them.
What set did you order
I just bought the Costco set! Thank you so much for this video!
My pleasure!
Bought my first AllClad Master chef over 30 years ago. Still cook with it nearly everyday to this day.
One of the best products you can get! Thanks for sharing Diego.
Where did you buy them?. Thank you.
Very informative review. I only have one All Clad pot that is a 3 ply. The handle gets very hot. I found I would reach for my cheap Revereware pots over the All Clad. The Revereware handles wore out after 30 years. I could not afford to buy multiple All Clad pots. I happened upon a set of 3 ply Tramontina pots in Costco last spring for $199 and decided to give them a try after looking up numerous reviews. The reviews were mostly positive. They look very similar to the All Clad and the Costco set (which I did not see at the time of my purchase), although the handles stay cool enough to touch. So far, I am very pleased with the Tramontina set made in Brazil. By chance, I discovered my pressure cooker, that I love, is the same brand. Maybe one day, I will be able to afford to upgrade to the All Clad set, but for now, I won’t switch to buy the Costco or All Clad set just yet as an upgrade.
Thank you Julie. All the best. Let me know in the future what your favorites are. Cheers.
I swapped all my Revereware pans to AllClad and it was the best investment. We are foodies and make all sorts of different foods. As for clean up? I’ve never had an issue with AllClad. I most often deglaze the pan if there are bits of food stuck to it, that instantly helps clean the pan and then I continue soaking it either for a few more hours or overnight if it’s really bad. But the most important thing to do is heat the pan first before adding the oil and food items especially when searing. The hotter the pan the less likely the food will stick.
Thank you Macgyrl64. I plan on doing a follow-up video about cleaning stainless. And I will take your advice. All the best!
Great comparison. Thanks. I love Barkeepers Friend. It is without question the very best cleaner for sinks, toilets, removing hard water deposits on glass and tile. Be careful with it because it is abrasive and WILL scratch glass and softer surfaces. Also be careful (especially boiling it in water) because it contains mild phosphoric acid. That's largely why it works so well.
Thanks!!
My mother owns a set of All Clad for 25 years. She swears by them. Im gonna wait for her to hand them down!
My mom got me a set of all Chad over 20yrs ago and they still look great!
I know it doesn't matter much here but I have been researching which pans to get and ended up going with Made In. Their products are made in either USA, Germany or Italy depending on the product. They're a direct to consumer company with a warranty and product, they claim, is comparable to All Clad at 1/2 the price. They are arriving via Fed Ex Monday and I'm looking forward to making a review video.
Hey Patrick! It matters a lot! Please let me know how they turn out! I've heard great things about them and I would love to find out more about those questions! All the best!
Same experience with William Sonoma just yesterday! One All Clad Copper Core Box inside a giant box. But compared to the junk packaging Amazon sent a Heston pan in, I'll take it!
I have a lot of Al-Clad copper core pots and pans. Love them. I also use Griswold cast iron stew pots and fry pans also, I've had them for years, but as of late I've been using my Al-Clad.
To keep the stainless clean I've use Bar Keepers friend. Both in powered form and liquid form. Works well.
But lately I've been using the new product DAWN came out with .
It is called " DAWN ultra PLATINUM POWERWASH dish spray" I am amazed how well it removes the baked on greese inside and out on my Al-Clad pots and pans. They look NEW !!
Give it a try... You will be pleased.... Just Saying.
Hey Dave! I'm always looking for something that'll make my life easier. I'm going to give it a try and let you know how it works out! All the best and happy New Year!
Try also the Dawn Power Dissolver. It's like the Powerwash on Steroids. Several years ago, Dawn sold it commercially, but it disappeared quickly from stores but about 5 ago I found it again but only available by the case (at Amazon, but I've seen it a few other places.) My last case (of 6) lasted 4 years, but I accidentally discovered it cleans bathroom tile and the oven, so not sure how long the current case will last. BTW, I rarely have to use Bar Keepers friend anymore.
@@GaelinW was that the Dawn power desolver professional, or just Dawn power desolver. Thanks
@@daveschidlmeier6425 - It's Dawn Power Dissolver, sometimes it says Dish Power Dissolver or Dawn Professional 56037. It's a white, 32oz spray bottle. The liquid itself is a clear-ish gel. Dawn also has a Professional Degreaser that is a purple liquid in a transparent bottle, but it's something completely different. (I have a case of that too. After 5 yrs I still have most of it. It works well for pans but it's not a soap per se.)
All Clad is truly a purchase for life. I haven't had mine for very long, but I know people who have had theirs for 20+ years. I decided to spend the money and they are truly fantastic. I'm not sure what process you are using for cleaning that took 15 minutes, but I have never had that issue. I do a lot of searing, and I like using the fond. After searing you simply add hot water to the pan on the stove, which immediately removes fond. Simply use the fond liquid for sauce or discard it in the sink. Then you simply rinse the pan under hot water and use a sponge then dry. I rarely have to use any cleaner at all.
Stainless is super simple to clean, use Barkeeper’s Friend, or vinegar, that’s all it takes. If you burn something as badly as you did for this test, you don’t have the right to complain about it being difficult to clean. Your test is Copper Core by AllClad, which is their top of the line, I suggest you consider the aluminum tri-ply. Consider the riveting, I’m not sure about Costco’s, but AllClad uses stainless steel which is harder than the aluminum rivets most manufacturers use. This is important to understand part of the cost. Stainless is more expensive than aluminum, but it is harder and stronger and requires a costly rivet press machine that is engineered specifically for the stainless rivets. Honestly, Costco’s cookware is a great cookware, but you know how these warehouse wholesale pricing s work, one day, Costco will stop selling it they don’t sell individual items. AllClad can be lurched by the set or individual items, and they are more likely to be available in five years. AllClad is heirloom quality and if I had kids, I would pass it Dow, just like my mamaw passed down her cast iron skillet to me. AllClad has a great track record, a long track record. And you can pretty,ugh buy it anywhere and there is no price gouging, prices are within penny’s between retailers. It’s harder to find the Costco cookware outside Costco. For me, I play it safe and simply go the the tried&true.
I just soak mine in water and everything comes off with a dish brush or one of those scrubby sponge pads and a little effort. Im afraid to use BF or other abrasives....eek! Of course I don't burn parmesan cheese and sugar on my pans (usually) :-)
@@David-ei1fs Barkeeper's Friend is actually recommended by AllClad. It's the only thing I've used on my pans for 20+ years and they look brand new. The abrasives in the cleanser are super small and delicate, that is the reason they recommend it. I don't use it everyday as Dawn has been just fine for daily cleaning. If they start looking cloudy is when I use Barkeeper's. Twice yearly I take all my cookware and give them a good cleaning with Barkeeper's; in early November and mid-January, before and after the holiday cooking seasons. As for soaking AllClad - I wouldn't recommend it! The aluminum between the layers of stainless steel is exposed on the top edge of the pan. Soaking causes a chemical reaction that will pit out the aluminum. It's not a big deal, but it makes the pans look defective and it's very difficult to get food particles out of those tiny pits. The pitting of inner layer is why I usually don't put my pans in the dishwasher anyway. AllClad is perfectly fine in the dishwasher, it just won't get the natural sugar residues off the stainless. That is what causes that cloudy rainbow effect in the bottom of the pan. A little vinegar or lemon juice will take that rainbow effect out. That is often what causes the pans to stick.
@@jamesleveille-bonner6319 Thanks for the info, I will try some BF as my pans do have that rainbow effect.
@@David-ei1fs it's great for that, and you don't even have to scrub, just a cloth, no scouring pad necessary. You can, if you are still concerned about the abrasive, use the liquid BKF. I have used the liquid soft scrub at times with no negative issues.
I just bought the costco set in this video and the rivets are indeed stainless steel (according to the package), the grade of stainless in the handle and rivets are both slightly ferrous and the stainless used in the body of the pan is very ferrous as tested with a strong magnet. They're some thick meaty looking rivets too
A year ago, we bought a set of AllClad stainless steel pans and pots - expensive, but the set was on sale, bought online. My one BIG complaint is the U-shape of the handle - they are PAINFUL to lift ... and really dig into the flesh of my palm below the thumb. I don't know if I am doing it correctly, I suppose, but our older Calphalon stainless pans have rounded cross-section handles and are not painful in the slightest! Of course, gunk build-up around both sets with their inside rivets is irritating. I need to get some steel wool to go clean them soon.
I went with All Clad at first, but am in the process of switching over to Demeyere right now. They're both phenomenal brands of cookware.
Can I have your old ones?
All-Clad D7 ( n.l.a. ) was the only series that came close to the even heat and warp resistance in a skillet on induction that you get with Demeyere Proline 7 ply skillet which also beats today's A-C hands down in speed and efficiency. As of this year All-Clad no longer guarantees the use of U.S. steel only that it is assembled here. Most who rave about A-C are buying D3 not the very expensive A-C Copper Core shown here. D3 skillet warps very quickly on induction especially on portables and older induction. The core is exposed on All-Clad edge, not sealed. This leads to corrosion when in contact with harsh dishwasher detergents. For pots D3 is fine but I'd avoid the fry pans especially for the $100 price tag. The A-C copper core saute as shown is a decent performer but as others say only a good value purchased second quality. Demeyere videos are highly educational on construction so I suggest pp watch first before buying. Useful even if you buy a different brand altogether. Upgrading to something with excellent induction performance now is wise due to rising energy costs and the fact that you may later switch to induction.
Thank you so much for this video. I bought all clad after watching chefs reviews. As you said it's been a pain to clean it, which itself kills motivation to cook after long tiring work day. And we went to back usual non sticks. So special thanks for posting how to clean it. I was usurping the usual Palmolive dish liquid And I ordered the bar friend powder right away on Amazon.
Well, my first All-Clad pan was an 8-qt. (5-ply with copper) stock pot I found at TJ Maxx. It had a very minor imperfection but then was mis-priced at only $60 to boot! I practically ran to the checkout with it. The manager knew it was mis-priced but stuck with the posted price! I paid and hustled out of the store, feeling like I'd stolen it. Fast forward a couple of years and something happened. I was par-boiling a mess of spinach to freeze in portions. I fell asleep. When my husband came home a couple hours later, he found the pot boiled dry, the spinach was unrecognizable, enameled to the bottom of the pan, which was glowing bright red. The kitchen air was practically unbreathable from all the smoke. I freaked out, thinking I'd ruined the pan.
Turned it off and pushed it off the burner with a wooden spoon--too hot to handle directly. Fast forward. I was sure it must have warped, delaminated, something. After all, I'd practically melted the pot. The inside stain eventually wore off by itself from use. The outside proved impervious. Now, 20 years later that pot is just fine. It never did warp in the slightest, and is still my favorite pot EVER! I've since bought the copper-clad sauté pan (with splatter shield) , the 10" skillet and the 2-qt pot.
Today that pot with the lid is $485 at William & Sonoma! Is it worth it? We have a saying in my family. If something is simply beyond comparison, the best of the best, we call it an "absolute". All-Clad is an absolute.
I was able to buy the All Clad roast Beef/Turkey Pan, I am sorry I do not know the type, I bought mine at TJ Maxx as well and I got a real good deal, my wife was mad for a while, but she has learned to love it, so if you can get over the price you will love it.
You did steal them lol 😆
@@michellemcmichael4680 Yeah I did it the pre covid way, I purchased mine for a steal.
@@Moondoggy1941 Macy's had a sale I got a 7 piece for $350, you win by a long shot
@@michellemcmichael4680 Thanks for the heads up I will check it out. What is the brand?
What type of All-Clad pan set do you guys recommend? :) Currently shopping (d5,d3, or copper core)? I’m not interested in non-stick options. Thank you ☺️
I got my first all clad about 5 years, found at a goodwill store for around $5. I didn't know anything about it but thought I had heard it was excellent cookware. have purchased a number of all clad since all at thrift stores. love my all clad pans
I want the address of your thrift store 😂 All the best and thank you for sharing!
You’re very lucky. I never find anything worthwhile at Good Will😊
Just checked one of the Goodwill online store and they have
All-Clad D5 Stainless-Steel Nonstick All-In-One Pan for $67.00. Is ok, but I like your $2.00 one better 😊
Thankyou for your review. I bought cuisinart. I love 'em. I paid a whopping $119.00 for their basic set on Amazon 2 years ago. (😊yep) They're all I need. Easy to clean. They hold up under the the broiler. I bought a set for my daughter Christmas 2020. They were $169.00. Her set included a strainer and a few other added items. She loves them, too. I'm partial to cuisinart. God bless you and keep you in his tender loving care .
Thanks fo sharing! All the best!
i thank you for the review and for your public service message. When i was a student, my colleagues worked part time retail said there were so many who took advantage of the return policies. Walmart has clamped down now, as well as their price matching. Yes, generous return policies in effect to protect us from defective and subpar products/services. Please do not take advantage and abuse them.
Please DO take advantage EAT THE RICH
@@mahumike7531 Nah get outta here that money for the returns doesn't come out of the rich's pockets, it comes out of the workers'.
@@aloysiusdevadanderabercrombie8 That may be but is immaterial since they will pay whatever slave wages people will let them get away with no matter if nothings ever returned
New to this station. Love the humor and the reviews. Ty
@@user-cx3mm2iu9n thanks for the encouragement! It’s my pleasure!
@@AwareHouseChef Wow, after three years you still look and respond to comments. 👍
What brand do you use in your restaurant?
Thankful you showed such honesty and candor in this video. In these days of COVID-19, when few people have the $$ to spend on things like All Clad, this review is a touchstone.
Thanks Eric. They both are great for every budget! All the best!
We bought all clad and we are vary happy with it. We have had are set over 12 years, I am curious how long the Costco brand will last.
Me too . $199 and three years or so later and i beat the daylights out of them. Will let you know
DeBuyer carbon steel skillets? I have a Mineral B that I love to work with!
How do they clean? Do you treat them like cast iron?
@@AwareHouseChef they come with a beeswax coating that you hit with boiling water. Then season like cast iron, I did mine on the stovetop. Well seasoned, it's almost non stick. See "Uncle Scott's Kitchen" on UTube, he uses a lot of them. Clean w/ hot water and elbow grease.
I have a Mineral B which I love. Replaced a Matfer Black Steel because that one was thin enough for a glass top electric stove to warp it. The Mineral B is about 3mm and won't warp on glass top or induction. Downside is it is very hard to find the Mineral B Pro (with the truly oven-impervious stainless steel handles) -- the regular/old Mineral B was only 350F safe, and the newest ones with black epoxy coated handles are 450-500F safe (which is good enough, and what I have).
They are sort of like cast iron with seasoning. I've never gotten a carbon steel to the point I can scramble eggs in it without oil (which you almost can with cast iron...), but I can fry an egg with a tiny bit of butter and have it be ok.
@@AwareHouseChef You don't really clean them. While they are still warm you wipe them out, or gently clean them in hot water without soap. You dry them over a medium heat then just wipe them with a kitchen towel with a little (very little) oil.
It takes but a minute or so.
If ever a skillet needs more seasoning, it can be done on the stove in about 30 minutes, or an hour in the oven.
My $50 carbon steel 12" frying pan will out perform anything All-Clad have ever produced IF you are prepared to learn how to use it correctly. Nothing sticks to it, ever.
I have many pieces of All-Clad's Copper Core line, and I would never trade them in for anything, especially anything made in China. I have no trouble cleaning mine, and after years of use, they are still sparkling like new, thanks to diligent care and Bar Keepers Friend for stainless steel.
Guess I am the odd duck out, but I can’t afford All-Clad. I was gifted the Kirkland pans for Christmas and I absolutely love them. I have had no issues with warping! Thanks for the video 🙂
Thanks for sharing that Molly! All the best !
I have a set of 'commercial' pans similar to the Costco. 22 years and I've never warped one. Dozens of trips through a 450 deg oven all kinds of abuse.
As long as you don't put a hot pan under cold water, they should never warp. Warping doesn't come from heat... It comes from uneven heating/cooling.
I have two Kirkland pots I bought singly at a thrift shop. They are 5 ply and exceptional.
I agree
I have been struggling with the decision to pay $2000 for the 13 piece all clad set. I must have watched every video possible. This video, sir, is by far the best review I’ve seen. I figured I would go ahead and buy the Costco brand for $200. If I don’t like it I’ll gift it to someone else.
Hi Mimi! I am extremely grateful for your kindness. I use them almost daily and I am very satisfied. Some folks have commented that their sets have warped. Costco stands behind their products for years after they are purchased. All the best!!
Go to RUclips and type in America's Test Kitchen pans
They'll give you a detailed, extensive review.
I had everything I own stolen which included my AllClad stainless pans.
I'm in my 70s now and didn't want to spend the amount of money that the All Vlad pans cost.
I bought the runner up which is Tramonrina stainless tri-ply all clad MADE IN BRAZIL. I love these pans. If you have the time to shop and compare prices, you can do very well. Otherwise, they tend to be a lot more expensive.
If you're really on a budget and you want a great plan for the price, I'd get the Costco set.
Note:. If you take a hot pan and put it in cold water, it WILL warp, so don't.
If you decide to go All Clad (or anything really), I would just get single pieces as you need. Do you really *require* a 13 piece set? Or will you actually only really use a skillet, a sauce pan, and a stock pot? Does your stock pot need to be fully clad ($200+) or will a disk bottom ($50) work just as well (since it’ll always hold liquid)?
I think sets of kitchen equipment in general is typically a waste of money. Pot sets, knife sets, baking sheet sets (do you really need 3 sizes or would 3 half sheets be more useful?), etc.
If you cook a lot, then definitely go All Clad. You'll never regret it. Also, be sure to check out TJ Maxx, Home Goods & Marshalls. They get different pieces throughout the year-- especially in Jan & Feb.
@@zachpw As someone who bought an All-Clad set, I kinda agree. I find I almost never use the sauté pan. A saucier would be much more useful for me. The 4-quart saucepan doesn't get used that much either, but it's the one with the steamer insert, so it would be a bit harder to give up.
I've been replacing my non stick circular pans for all clad. It's been so nice.
Very objective and thorough review. Efficiently presented. Thank you. I didn't even know about Costco's return policy since I don't have nearby and have never considered shopping there before. They should pay you commission for that alone. It is very pro-consumer, and that is a very rare thing to see in retail at all the major retailers these days! You are way underrated on RUclips. Subscribed. I am just shopping for some new pans, and don't normally watch this kind of content. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Thank you Paul that’s an honor I do not take lightly. I appreciate your kindness and look forward to your further opinions as well as suggestions. All the best!
Costco advertises that return policy but in real life you have to earn that return with no packaging or original receipt. I guarantee you after even owning the Costco pans you can’t return them after 6 month much less 6 years unless there is a major flaw. A no questions asked return policy really isn’t realistic, but sounds great to potential customers.
Honestly if I buy a product and they tout such a return policy it sounds suspect to me. My parents have all clad since 1975 and I’ll inherit it, you think this Costco junk is going to be passed down generations?
@@DeepSnowRider not in my experience. I’ve been a Costco customer for over thirty years. I have returned items two years later without a problem
@@AwareHouseChef and from my experience which I was speaking of I disagree with you. im so sure you =have so much experience returning items at Costco. if that's the case then that says something about the quality of goods at Costco right? why would you return an item 2 years later?
@@DeepSnowRider wow. Really? I had a bad Wi-Fi router. Thought I bought it a year before. Turned out it was two years. Refunded me and I bought another.
Best scientific review. We have Amway queen cook ware which was super expensive too I stopped using it for years. Just too them out because my camper van has an induction stove I watched your cleaning vid too.
Thank you! I very much appreciate your kindness. All the best!
I looked at the Kirkland set at Costco a few months ago. The quality (fit and finish) was noticeably worse than my All Clad pieces. They have to use cheap labor and cut corners to achieve that $200 price point. I'd also argue that huge sets like that are a waste of money. Most people really only need an 8", 10", and/or 12" skillet, maybe a 3-4 qt sauce pot, and a 6-8 qt stock pot. That covers most everything. Then add in some cast iron and/or carbon steel skillets and you're set.
I would add some enameled cast iron dutch ovens and one BIG stock pot but otherwise my list is the same.
@Stay EZ My Friends All Clad is higher quality but costs more money. People can choose if they want to pay more for higher quality.
Large cookware sets have pieces people don't need, so they end up wasting money when buying large sets.
I didn't think this was hard to grasp.
I used all clad one time and started investing in it. It’s amazing. Cooks so nicely.
I've got some Italy Made Kirkland pots and they are AWESOME
In the US? That's cool! They are awesome.
@@AwareHouseChef i watched your video and was interested in your even heating measurements. I was an R&D program manager for a high end US cookware manufacturer, take a guess. Anyway, I worked on ways to measure "even heating" in order to quantify the idea of even heating and potentially make claims around that attribute. As in your example we were benchmarking our new 5'ply product versus All-Clad 5-ply and a few lesser products making 5-ply claims (Emeril. Kirkland. ...)
Essentially we took overhead thermal images of each pan under identical heat loads using gas, electric and induction. Each thermal image was approx 25 000 pixels providing 25,000 temp data points. With some relatively simple stat analysis, you can quantify what even heating means. I should have patented that test method but did not
Also. The Kirkland stuff is cheap for several reasons..
- Thinner guage overall
- Most expensive copper layer is only microns thick (I elevtron microscoped it)
- overall cheaper metal
- Chinese manufacture versus All-Clad US manufacture.
I can discuss further if you wish.
@@stuatl4955 thank you so much for responding! Of course I don't have the credentials or the equipment that you have. I would absolutely love to know more! I don't want to put you on the spot because I'm not sure what contractual obligation you are under. But would you be able to zoom a quick video? if you can't be on one of my videos that's totally fine but even just to talk to you in person would be wonderful! I really appreciate you reaching out!
@@stuatl4955
Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China.
Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa.
Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
RECENTLY…5 months ago…bought KIRKLAND brand…I am quite satisfied…I use them daily, I cook meals: Pasta alla Norcina, Spaghetti al Limone, Arroz con Pollo, Ragu sauce, - I am sure you get my drift…love the art of cooking…thanks for your review, well done!
@@JERSEYTOMATO thank you! My pleasure!
i love my one all clad skillet but this video awakened me to the possibility of the kirkland set. still love the all clad for the ability to broil steak on it all day everyday guaranteed. one steak one pan baby. great video
Thank you! I love All-clad as well. Somebody below said they got an entire D5 set from Costco online for next to nothing! Happy New Year!
On the warping complaint - I wonder if heating it up to 450 F or higher, then immediately putting it under cold running water would make it warp? I've noticed a lot of home cooks don't let their cookware cool down before running water over it.
That’s a big problem and the number one reason for any metal warping. Cheers!
I will stay with my All Clad pans. Love them!
Why would you not?
Thank you this is very helpful. Can you do a comparison on dutch-ovens please?
On the list now anjucob. Thanks!
Perfect timing -i was just at CostCo looking at these wondering if there was a catch.....
At any other store, I would be skeptical. Costco's customer service is really second to none. For me that is the way I would go, just because of the customer service. Any problems? No problem! You just take it back, anytime. That's a big selling point. I don't know what metals these pans are made of. I don't want to find out a year later that they were a waste of money. What other company would allow you to return them after a year?
Al Clad is made in my hometown of Pittsburgh, PA ❤️. I one day hope to own a set!
It is truly an exceptional set of cookware. All the best!
Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China.
Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa.
Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
@@pattijesinoski1958 I heard even Weber kettle grills are manufactured in China now. They need to bring it back to USA. Japanese electronics should be made in Japan. * * * * China.
@Mighty Mike That's my plan. I'd like to go to their factory for their big sale if I can.
Ive wanted to pick up an all clad set for years and just never wanted to fork over the money for it. Well yesterday I went to costco with a friend and saw that whole set for $199. and had to grab it. Im sure it will do just fine for what Ill use it for at home.
Please let me know how you like it. Thanks for sharing!
I have been cooking with the All Clad brand for a while. They are the best. Makes cooking fun.
Hey Joseph! The truth is, if you don't have good equipment to work with cooking is pretty lousy. All the best!
Thank you for this review! I wanted to know all this.
Happy to be at your service! All the best!!
Nice review. I have an All-Clad saute pan and skillet, I've had the saute pan for decades, use it every day. They cook great and clean easily. Great products but... I HATE the handles! They dig into your hands and are so narrow, you have to be really careful not to let a full pan twist and spill. The best handle I ever had was a hefty tubular sheet stainless steel one on an Analon, which is sadly long gone. I wish All-Clad would improve the handles.
Thank you for your kindness! All-Clad is such a good brand. Everyone who has responded has had their products often for decades. All the best !!
I have Le Creuset and Stainless steel Cuisinart pots and pans etc.
Your demonstration was very informative!!!
Are you selling that sweat shirt?
I have an All-Clad 12 in fry pan and loved it for awhile. Then I got the DaTerra Cucina ceramic 11 in pan and found myself putting the All-Clad away and using the DaTerra as my daily pan. It’s oven safe to 450° also...though I’ve never personally used it in my oven. Made in Italy.
Very cool T S! There are so many brands out there so many to check out! Thank you for sharing your experience!
@@AwareHouseChef I realize it’s not an apples to apples comparison as one of mine is SS and the other is ceramic-coated...though, I think it’s best for health reasons to mix up the cookware types a bit as most All-Clad and other SS cookware use an uncomfortable amount of nickel. Could be concerning if eating foods cooked on it too often. Ceramic coating isn’t perfect either (I think Xtrema ceramic is the only ceramic, as it’s all ceramic and not just a coating, that’s deemed truly safe/healthy.) With the Da Terra, it’s nice not to have any toxic Teflon exposure, but still be able to make pancakes, eggs, chicken, anything really with evenly cooked results...and cleanup is so easy. For pancakes, I use the Da Terra and cast iron at the same time. The look of the pancakes are slightly different (how they brown) but both taste equally great. It is good to get a little iron supplementation from the cast iron, however! But back to All-Clad SS, it certainly is durable and has a fantastic warranty, so I’d say everyone still should have a small SS saucepan and fry pan in the kitchen. But really enjoyed the comparison vid you did. There are certainly many options to choose from!!
Now back to health. 😉 I think your vid also displayed well the amount of EMF radiation your induction ranges are emitting due to what they’re doing to your microphone. If researched, you’ll find induction cooktops do indeed expose you to high levels of EMF radiation. Big health impact there. Gas and electric ranges would be safer options. Recommend buying an EF/EMF/RF meter to check levels around the house. And of course, stay far away from your microwave when it’s running! 💞 Take care of yourself. YHWH bless you!
I have a set of All-Clad that I got in 1998 and I will never use anything else. I have four new additions, one of which is the copper-core pan you reviewed today and I love it! I even got rid of my Le Creuset after falling in love with All-Clad. I will continue to grow my little pots and pans family. Maybe I should name them?🙂🙃😉😊😛😋🤩
You should. I have names for my pans. Sometimes they’re not appropriate names😂😂 thanks for sharing !
I got a set of D5 All-Clad for a really good deal from CostCo. I'm very happy to support US manufacturing.
Man I am super happy to support American manufacturing. Where did you get that from? How long ago? Because I would love to pick up the set. Thank you for sharing that!
@@AwareHouseChef It was limited time offer about ten months ago from CostCo's on line store. I feel like they get different deals throughout the year. It was a D5 brushed stainless ten piece set for $699.
@@wsigona that's ridiculous!! I would have jumped all over that. Keeping an eye out. Thanks for sharing! Happy new year!
@@wsigona : I LOVE A-C's D5 series. I already have all I need, but $699 is a great deal. You snagged a real bargain.
Sadly, both of those larger pans, pretty sure they were made in China.
Only the standard all-clad pans are made on usa.
Sadly, all-clad farms out all their small add-ons and oversize pans are china. Why? My complaint after deep research, China adds whatever they want in different percentages of metals for Stainless Steel production.
Hello from Canada. Just picked up a set of the pots and pans at Costco.
And I appreciate your review it make me feel better about getting them thanks 😊
Thank you for reaching out! I hope they work out for you. Let me know what you think! All the best!
@@AwareHouseChef will do
So about two weeks in and I absolutely love them .I have one cast pan to use if I need to put something in the oven over 400
And so easy to clean. Thanks again
@@louisbrou4061 that's great! Appreciate you letting me know!
My husband has an older version, I would say, of this set. We love it. At one time, he thought to return it because of getting another highly advertised set that was touted as non-stick...he didn’t, and is so glad because even though some things are touted as ultra best, it’s always best to have a fall-back position. That was this pan set! Very trustworthy and reliable.
Great video! I don't have either of the brands that you tested. I have a couple of Tramontina pans. An 8" and 10" skillet. I really like them. One of my favorite things about them is how easy they clean up. I have been using "Barkeepers Friend" for "Stainless Steel" for years and love it. Over time this powder acts like a polishing compound and smoothes the pan to the point that they clean up almost as easy as non-stick. I fry pork chops in the 10" and I sear the chops seriously on both sides. To clean the pan I wipe out the fat and oil with a paper towel and use the sprayer on the sink to rinse out 90-95 percent of the mess ( I kid you not). I then use the Barkeepers Friend to remove any oxidation or "blueing" in the pan. It also works great on the outside of the pans to clean the bottoms of burn marks and it buffs out the finish to make them look new again. I see in the comments that alot of you have long-time use of stainless steel pans. If you haven't used "BF" yet give it a try. My sister had an older set of Farberware's 18/10 Millenium pots and pans. She didn't know about "BF" and just used dishsoap and cleanser to clean them. They looked a little worn. I got her some "BF" and I cleaned the whole set for her and she couldn't believe how they cleaned up...they looked as-good-as-new!
That’s great to know. Thank you for sharing!
Very nice! Answered most of my questions. I wonder about performance on a gas range. Seems like all clad is a touch more responsive. Wonder about a sear between the 2 and cast iron
I'm going to try it on an open flame as well. Maybe I will do a follow-up video about that. See if I can get the cookware to warp. I would imagine if you keep the temperature at a reasonable level, which is a little harder to do on an open flame, I think that the pans will perform well.
There was a size difference in the pans, that will make a difference.
The All-Clad pan you used is the new 5 layer. (apparently to work on induction cooktops) It is heavier than their classic 3 layer pans most of us have used for decades. (which won't work on induction) My All-Clad copper pans were a gift from my friends over 20 years ago. I have always loved cooking. There is something magical and wonderful about All-Clad. That is the only way I can describe them. Worth every penny!
I'm sure they are Gary! They are the best cookware you can get all the best!
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Warping can be a consequence of quenching a really hot pan in cold water. It cools eratically causing warpage.
That makes a lot of sense Billy! Do you think the All-Clad would warp if you did that to it? Wouldn't want to be the first to try it. All the best!
Came here to say this. Pans typically warp due to drastic changes in temperature.
INduction does not work via contact, however the flat surface is required for maximum energy transfer.
This is incredible timing. I was at Costco literally a week ago looking at that exact set and debating on buying one All-Clad pan or just trying out this Costco Set.
Thank you for your through review.
You are very welcome! Please let me know how you like them. So far, I'm pretty happy with mine.
Check to see if the Costco set was made in China. If it was leave it on the shelf.
China thanks you for your business, America loses every time people buy China made junk.
@@jrsands As he types away on his American Made keyboard and personal computer...
@@ramecodiesel8271 don't be so bias, products from China have improved tremendously. Years ago, if you are old enough, we looked down on Janpanese products, even cars. Look what happen today!
I’m willing to spend on All clad it’s truly the best of the Best!!
I would love to have the new Kirkland cookware set. Unfortunately, I can't justify the cost because the set I bought over a decade ago is still beautiful and cooks whatever I need it to and no warping. I bought an expensive name-brand 12-inch skillet as a companion piece and it warped within the first month. I think my Kirkland is still beautiful because I use a combination of blue scrub sponge, dish liquid, and baking soda to polish them up a few times a month. This method has kept my mother's Corningware sparkling white too. (I inherited them in 2010.)
That's great to know! Thank you so much for sharing that!!
Are those 110v induction hotplates OR commercial 220v induction hotplates?
They are 110 V, but they also do make a 220 V version all the best!
Thank you Chef for this review. I have a few cast Iron. They are my fave. I've been cooking for myself since I was 17 years old. I cook everyday as early as 4am from breakfast to dinner. My son bring his own lunch since pre school. Our apartment smells like food every day😊. That's why I invested on a good cooking pots and Air Purifier😊
Thank you for reaching out!! Nothing beats a home cooked meal! You can't substitute love with any ingredient. Cheers!
I got the stargazer cast iron few months ago after using a lodge skillet for 15 years and the stargazer pan is wonderful. Highly recommend.
Dear Chef, Thank you for the video. I am replacing my ScanPans with stainless steel. Can you tell me what pots and pans you personally use in your home kitchen? What stainless steel pans DO you recommend, if any, for any budget? Thank you! Shannon
Yes! I use Demeyere. Check out that video. They are the best ruclips.net/video/dv-cBt4-FWg/видео.htmlsi=zC0-7D24OrtzKF3B I am also happy with my Made-in but it’s not anywhere near the quality. All the best!
Thank you SO Much for answering my question. 🙂 You are truly a blessing and a wealth of experience and knowledge for this community of inspiring consumers who want the best cookware possible. It is so important to me to find quality, healthy non-toxic cookware. I have learned so much from you! Thank you for your heartfelt, kindhearted lessons in all your videos. I am so grateful to you! @@AwareHouseChef
@gulfgirl600goose2 you are very kind and I appreciate you. Let me know what you decide on. All the best!
Love my AllClad set. My primary reason that to buy was to purchase American made.
Spectacular cookware!
You typed that on a device that was manufactured overseas, probably China.
I love to cook. I have over the past few years come into money and have replaced all my cookware with All Clad. My two daughters are great cooks and I always buy them an All Clad piece for birthdays etc. My great grandchildren will be using this stuff a hundred years from now. It makes anybody a better cook.
4:15 Don't be that person who brought back a dead Christmas tree in January type person. True story.
"Bartender's Keeper" freaking SENT. 👏🏼 ME 👏🏼 for some reason. Oh my god. 😂😭😂
We have All-Clad in our kitchen and I bought the Costco Kirkland for my mom a couple years ago. I honestly don't see a huge difference. I really like the Kirkland stuff.
Thanks Rex. I felt the same. Cheers!
I purchased the costco to use while my kitchen is destroyed and I’m cooking on induction. The only thing I have used the large stock pot for so far is to boil my pasta. The pot pitted the first time I used it. will be taking them back.
That is weird. You can't assume that the quality of the metals is going to be anywhere near the quality of all clad.
All stainless will pit if you salt the water before boiling. All-Clad instructions warn against this explicitly. Too bad the Costco instructions are incomplete.
Excellent demonstration! Thank you for putting in the time and effort into this because I’m actually looking for a quality new set of sauté pans and naturally RUclips is creeping in the background and picked up on it. I’m curious to get your opinion because I’m not a fan of stainless steel mainly because of how difficult it is to use and keep clean but that may be because I lack education and experience using stainless steel. My wife and I just got an LG induction oven/stovetop and we are considering getting a high quality set of non stick pans OR a high quality cast iron set. In your experience which would you steer me towards and what brand? I realize nonstick is just a huge convenience to have but it also makes me increasingly worrisome if the chemicals from the nonstick coating seeping into my food.
It is almost best to get different types of pans and pots for different uses. So I have a non-stick pan that I use daily and I have been using it for the past 12 years. The brand is Le Creuset. It really holds up well. As far as I know and I have checked with the manufacturer, there is nothing but a ceramic coating on it. I haven't experimented with carbon yet. But I really like to use cast iron for searing steaks. I like to use the Le Creuset pots for boiling water because again they're porcelain coated with pretty decent heat retention because of the cast iron that they're under. Not a big fan of stainless. Usually it's too hard to clean. I don't trust American or foreign manufacturers all that much. Stainless is said to have chemicals in it that can leach into your food. In a commercial environment like my restaurant, all we use is stainless. And we beat the daylights out of it.
@@AwareHouseChef Awesome thanks man! Great content I’ll have to check out more if your channel. Le Creuset was already on my list so I’m just going to make it easy and take your recommendations on the brand 🙌🏻 My heart goes out to you restaurant owners/workers. I waited tables for 10 years and I can’t imagine doing any of that and staying sane in this climate. Best of luck to you in 2021!
@@robertbreish8182 thank you!
@@robertbreish8182 All the best to you as well!
When we built our house 4 years ago, my husband insisted we install an induction stove top which meant my previous pans weren’t compatible. We bought a set of cuisinart non stick pans and always hand wash and dry after the first year of use, there were scratches on the edges. After some research and speaking to several sales people, we settled on All Clad. We ended up buying at 10 piece set at Macy’s that originally on sale for around $600 but after coupons and some other rebate, it was roughly $420. They’ve been awesome. Although I’ve never intentionally burned anything in hem, I have found that using Dawn Powerwash has made it a lot easier to clean and leaves them sparkling.
Apparently dawn has come out with a better soap now. I plan on doing a follow up video on how to clean stainless. Thanks for sharing!
Nearing retirement, I have all the all-clad I've ever bought over the last 40+ years and use it all the time. They replaced the one pan that warped no questions asked. I've thrown away a lot of other stuff, some of which I've replaced with all-clad. I also have some of the other pro labels and have never regretted spending the extra, because I still have it. Look at the Americas Test Kitchen reviews and you'll see why they keep choosing All-clad and some of the other pro brands. Get what you can afford when you have to have it but don't fool yourself about what you are getting. You WILL throw away budget stuff eventually and buy it over again. As soon as you can, get the good stuff, and when you get to my age, you'll still be using it. And by the way, I have purchased most of my all-clad and other pro brands from factory second sales. These are just minor blemishes that don't affect cooking quality. I've saved hundreds if not thousands.
Where do you get these factory second sales? Tell me please.
@@leesteal4458 Google all-clad factory seconds, then set a google watch for all-clad factory seconds.
@@leesteal4458 also, see www.cookwarenmore.com/
I don't buy any pans in sets. For one thing, the best materials for a skillet is not the same as the best material for a saucepan or stockpot. I buy them as I need them, with a preference for buying second hand. After all, I can see how they stand up to wear before I buy them. When you buy a set, you get what someone thinks you want, not what you actually need.
Demeyere cookware is far superior.
Wow, amazing. And I was gifted a set of All-Clad D5 for Christmas.
That's a wonderful gift!
As a culinary student. I have just about a complete set of All Clad pans at home. And I can tell the deference between what I use at home vs what we use in the French Kitchen on campus, which are aluminum pans. Although that might change because my school is putting the finishing touches on a brand new 168,000 square foot culinary department. And everything will be brand new right down to the stram kettles. Now I am wondering how would All Clad stand up to the new boys in town Made In?
Hey Donald! That's a really good question. I was thinking about purchasing the Made In brand. I think it's pretty well made. Immediate differences would probably not show up in a few trials. I would imagine that you would see differences in the long term.
I have the Costco set and two of mine have warped (glass cooktop, not induction). This is my first “nice” set of pans, and was aware that the laminated construction needed care to not overheat, or cool to quickly, so, i have been careful. I was going to just return them, but hearing your comment about the complaints maybe part of a limited run, I will replace them with the same pans (hoping it’s the current run).
Thanks for the video.
Thanks Damon! It's kind of hard to beat their return policy and their customer service. If it was not for the reputation, I probably would never have even reviewed them. But I'm glad that I did! And I'm really glad that you benefited from it! All the best!
I absolutely love my D5 brushed stainless All-Clad set. I accidentally burnt some butter solids at the bottom of the stock pot while making ghee. It was really badly burnt and crusted! I put a cup of white vinegar and about 2 cups of water in the pan and heated it to a simmer... It came out perfectly clean with a light scouring scrub sponge! No extra abrasive needed! I do use Barkeepers Friend on my set occasionally to keep things shiny because we have very hard water that leaves mineral deposits. I've owned Costo Kirkland pans as well as a few other off brands and nothing has ever compared to my All-Clad. They're absolutely worth the investment.