Watch This Review Before You Buy All-Clad
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- Опубликовано: 26 июн 2024
- All-Clad is one of the best, no doubt. But, watch this review before you buy All-Clad and you may save yourself a ton of money! In this video I perform a detailed review of copper core stainless steel sauté pans from both Costco (Kirkland) and All-Clad and I really put these pans to the test.
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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 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!
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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Purchased my first All Clad in 1982, still looks ad performs great have a kitchen full. Love em. .
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 !! 😊
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!
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 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.
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?
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 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 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
Stainless steel or non stick???
@@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
@@froggielovelove i just got wok , pan and pot ..all stainless steel ... i hope my food dont stick.
@@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.
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.
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.
I used all clad one time and started investing in it. It’s amazing. Cooks so nicely.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 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
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
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!
Twelve years ago we bought a SS set at Costco, absolutely love them. They're similar to these but different.
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.
No worries, I stick to All-Clad American made.
Thank you so much for this video. I was in the market to upgrade my cookware and I bought the Costco set today.
Thank you for sharing. You're welcome! All the best!
My All-Clad skillets and Cuisinart hammered cookware set is a great setup, all clad rated for 600 and the cusinarts for 500 oven temps. Spent $189 and $174 for both respectively
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!!
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.
My mother owns a set of All Clad for 25 years. She swears by them. Im gonna wait for her to hand them down!
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.
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.
4:15 Don't be that person who brought back a dead Christmas tree in January type person. True story.
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.
I'm a home cook who's been cooking since I was about 14. I worked at Williams Sonoma one year for the holidays and used their generous employee discount to get a set of All-Clad pans, though I didn't buy them in a set. 25 years later, those pans are going strong. They've never warped, the handles haven't come loose, and they are still shiny. They are pricey, but if taken care of, they will last for decades. Mine are the simple D3 stainless. No fancy copper in mine and I'm OK with that.
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 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!
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.
My mom got me a set of all Chad over 20yrs ago and they still look great!
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.
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!
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 absolutely love my All Clad Pots!
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!
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 had the tramontina kettles for years and love them.
These are the ones with metal handles and are 1810 stainless steel.
The bottom is tri clad and magnetic.
I've used them to brine beef and pork to make corned beef hams and all manner of things.
They are safe for this because of the 1810 stainless steel they are made with.
My biggest is 22 quart and moves down the scale to the smallest.
Had them for almost 20 years and I use the devil out of them for everything.
Some have strainer baskets.
And I make tamales in them.
Hot water bath canning as well.
Oven safe to 500 degrees.
I use the same All Clad stainless steel I purchased over 20 years ago. I have added more All Clad items like the nonstick. I've had other items by Cuisinart or Faberware; which I've thrown away because they never last.
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!
Very useful and seemed like a reasonable set of tests. I can't explain it but I can’t stop myself from subscribing to your channel. :-)
thank you Ken! I really appreciate your comments your kind words and that you subscribed! I wish you all the best! Have a healthy and prosperous new year!
i don’t have that problem and will unsubscribe as soon as i read the replies
Thank you for keeping things simple. I am a new subscriber. Your channel is great. Wonderful and useful information.
I just bought the Costco set! Thank you so much for this video!
My pleasure!
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.
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.)
This is seriously such an awesome and thorough video review. Subscribed immediately.
Thank you Grant! Welcome aboard. I appreciate your time and thank you for your kindness! All the best.
Really good video good audio could hear you got your point across very quickly. Thank you
Thank you Chris!
I will stay with my All Clad pans. Love them!
Why would you not?
I got my AllClad at Bed Bath and Beyond, best price I could find. However, mine are the three layer type. I didn't see the advantage of the 5 ply, neither did America's Test Kitchen. I do love the non stick skillets, they are the BOMB. Glad I have gas to cook with. I don't want to subject my body to all that RFI. Use Bar Keepers Friend like "Comet", dump it in the skillet without water and scrub with a wet sponge.
The flat ( or log ) setting on your camera is meant for you to color grade it. Better dynamic range, but less color. If you aren't going to color grade, just shoot on a different color setting.
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 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 😊
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.
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
Very informative, thanks so much!
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 am very happy with my choice. I feel that I have an excellent cookware set that will last a lifetime and I am considering adding these pans to my restaurant kitchen. Cheers! ruclips.net/video/lA8cWjaU8iQ/видео.html
Thanks!!
I cook with AlClad on our Jenair Professional Stove because they can take the heat. Never put any pan in water while hot as that will warp any pan. We use the Bar Keepers to clean our pots and pans in the powder form or liquid. We found this is the best recipe for Alclad or any stainless steel pan.
I've been replacing my non stick circular pans for all clad. It's been so nice.
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.
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!
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.
Wow, amazing. And I was gifted a set of All-Clad D5 for Christmas.
That's a wonderful gift!
A fun but comprehensive test between these brands. I just didn’t love the handles on the All-clad D3 sets. And the Kirkland set didn’t feel so great in my hands at Costco either.
I ended up with a Sardel full set during BF and am impressed so far. I’ll have to get out the IR temperature gun to run the uniformity test on the Sardels like you did.
Great video George!
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Demeyere cookware hands down beats all clad.
As an All-Clad owner (only bought on sales) I gotta say: these Kirkland pans are a steal given the price and that it’s also 5 ply (copper core). I would love to see a video on chef knife materials (I’m a huge fan of japanese Knifes made from VG10 steel)
Hey kyle! Thank you for the response. I would love to get into Japanese knives. I just don't have the time to tend to them. I kind of agree with you on the Costco pans. You really can't beat them for the price. All the best! And happy new year!
VG10 definitely is a step up from the German brands, but if you don't mind being careful about not leaving them dirty for too long, HAP40 semi-stainless knives aren't that expensive (for a Japanese knife). I'm kinda mad, some are cheaper than what I paid for my VG10 years ago.
@@jc3drums916 great to know about HAP40 steel - do you recommend any brands? Also do you prefer it to carbon steel?
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.
I needed this video. Thank you
My pleasure Kareem! All the best!
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!
I liked the review so I subscribed.
Thank you! Glad you're around. Hope to be of service! All the best
Thank you for the review!! Was looking super hard for review between All-clad and the Costco copy version
My pleasure. All the best!
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!
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 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 bought an All-clad set, and honestly it was the best investment I made. I just need a gas stove to really use it but so far I love it. :)
I always let my cookware have a good, long soak to soften any burned on gunk. After I finish cooking, I empty the pan and give it a quick wipe out with a paper towel. Then I add enough water to come up over the food line and let it soak for at least an hour (or even overnight). When I'm ready to wash it in hot sudsy water, I pour off the standing water and use a stiff plastic board scraper to scrape up the softened gunk off the bottom of the pan. Then I can wash it easily. If it is stainless steel, a little Bar Keepers Friend will shine it up like new. I realize this is not a practical regimen for a restaurant setting, but for a home cook, it works like a charm.
I've seen a lot of neg reviews for A-C non-stick sets and their slow cooker/crockpot type product. I bought (on Amz) an open stock non-stick 3 qt A-C pan (w/glass lid) especially because it claimed to be "induction friendly." Unfortunately, it only works on the smallest burner on my induction top so naturally, it doesn't heat evenly. It comes in handy for certain tasks but I'm not 100% satisfied with it, tho the n/s finish (after 3 years & being careful) IS holding up so far.
I haven't experienced using the All-Clad non-stick period I got to tell you though I am really happy with the Le Creuset
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.
I have been shopping Costco for 40 years. When it comes to their Kirkland brand I buy it without hesitation and with my eyes closed. I don't even compare them to anything else. They are that good.
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!
Thank you this is very helpful. Can you do a comparison on dutch-ovens please?
On the list now anjucob. Thanks!
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!!
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!
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?
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.
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.
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 really like the music and delivery of these vids. Great job. It’s nice to find RUclipsrs who deserve way more subs.
Thank you William. Welcome! Please let me know how I can be at your service in future videos. All the best!
I’ve had only two sets of pots in my entire life and wish bought the All Clad first because I would still be using them.
I love these pans and you should have done a food test maybe a cream sauce to test for even heat with no hotspots or make a toffee to see if it breaks.
There is so much more testing and comparing to do to really see the difference other than supporting American made products.
Thanks Lin! And testing you will see! it is a little challenging to get all of that in one video, and keep the attention span of my viewers. I own these pots and plan on using them in all of my videos. I will make mention of the continued results as I release future videos. Just a note, I am definitely against cheap cookware. You know, the ones you buy at a typical department store for a very low price, usually lightweight. That is not the case with the Costco brand. If they had an All-Clad label on them, you would think they were All-Clad. But, the true test is time. And I will be making comments about them as I use them
@@AwareHouseChef Thank you. I’m interested to also know if the Costco pots are sold open stock or only as a set.
The one downside to the All clad copper core is not enough size variation. After a 4 quart there is nothing but the eight quart stock pot. Just did my potatoes and they were a bit crowded in the 4 quart.
Thanks for testing them with food.
@@LinA-it9vd Costco is sold as a set but it is a decent set, not a bunch of useless items. They sell a different stock pot separately but it is not copper core
@@LinA-it9vd I purchased this set for my daughter and go to Costco regularly and I've only seen it sold as a set.
@Mighty Mike Already bought the copper core and love them. I bought a small set at a great sale price and added what I knew I would need as they went on sale at various places. Just have the saucier to go and I’m done.
So easy to cook with and even my toffee didn’t burn on the bottom.
I’m wondering just who would sell these used. That would be a fantastic find!
Thanks for your reply.
I just trashed 10 pieces of All-Clad that were around 10 years old because every piece had developed dangerously sharp edges where the the inner and outer layers were bonded. By sharp I mean that I could peel a carrot on the sharp edges. All-Clad claimed they must have been damaged by putting them in the dishwasher. Professional chefs are required by health regulations to use dishwashers rather than wash by hand as All-Clad said was required for their products. All-Clad promised three times to provide shipping labels to return a couple of pieces for evaluation. I am still waiting! I loved the All-Clad cookware but am not willing to be frequently cut by the sharp edges. I trashed it because I did not want customers of Goodwill to be hurt if they bought it. I understand there is a class action lawsuit about the problem.
Sorry about that.
Thank you for this review! I wanted to know all this.
Happy to be at your service! All the best!!
What an informative video. Thanks!
Thank you. Very kind of you. All the best!