Update on March 12, 2025: Added the Cuisinart MultiClad Pro skillet as the best less expensive stainless-steel option; added testing notes the Misen carbon steel skillet; updated prices and ...

and we think the Lodge Chef Collection 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet is the best. It's lighter than other cast-iron skillets, better at searing, comes with a good factory seasoning, and has easy-to ...

the best cast iron skillets are made to last. Shaped from molten iron, they are durable, hold their shape and never dull, provided they are properly cared for between uses. So unlike electric ...