Lodge
Lodge Cast Iron Skillet
Excellent
Our score: 84 / 100
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What we like
- Nearly indestructible — a well-cared-for one outlasts the person who bought it
- Cheap enough that "buying it wrong" barely costs you anything
- Comes pre-seasoned and usable straight out of the box
- Retains and radiates heat better than almost any other home cookware material
What we don't
- Heavy — the 10.25-inch pan alone is close to 5 pounds before food goes in
- Handle has no insulation and will burn you if you forget, every single time
- Factory seasoning is thin and needs building up with real use before it's genuinely nonstick
- Requires actual maintenance discipline — no soap-heavy dishwasher runs, dry immediately, occasional re-oiling
Specifications
| Material | Cast iron, pre-seasoned with vegetable oil |
|---|---|
| Pieces | 1 (single 10.25-inch skillet — not a boxed set) |
| Induction ready | Yes |
| Oven safe temp (F) | 500+ (broiler-safe) |
| Handle | Integrated cast iron handle with helper handle |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Warranty (yr) | Limited lifetime |