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The Best Cookware of 2025
The right cookware is essential for successful cooking. Beginners and pros alike can benefit from using high-quality cookware, whether it's cast iron or stainless steel. See which made the cut for the best cookware of the year.
The Best Cookware for Beginners and Pros Alike
Good cookware makes a big difference when you cook; without the right tools, you can't expect to make great meals. Whether you're just starting out or want to upgrade your existing cookware, these top picks from our experts are an upgrade no matter what's on the menu.
Best Stainless Steel Cookware
Your Price:
$899.95
Hestan cookware is a popular choice amongst professional chefs, and with good reason: their stainless steel pots and pans are known for great durability, strength and heat conduction. We love this ProBond set because it has every piece of essential cookware you'll needL 2 skillets, 2 saucepans with lids, a saute pan with lid and a stockpot with lid. Plus, Hestan ProBond cookware is compatible with induction cooktops and is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.
Best Nonstick Cookware
Your Price:
$599.95
The Swiss Diamond 10-piece XD cookware set is designed for superior nonstick abilities and is oven-safe up to 500°. This set contains fry pans, saute pans, saucepans and a stock pot at a reasonable price, making it a great choice for building your cookware collection from the ground up. You can use this set for everything from eggs and bacon to homemade sauces, securing our top spot for the best nonstick cookware.
Best Budget-Friendly Cookware
Your Price:
$399.99
Regular Price:
Comp. Value: $669.99
The Viking anodized 10-piece cookware set is great for shoppers on a budget and beginner cooks. With the same clean, modern appearance and reliable performance as Viking appliances, this set doesn't sacrifice performance for price. Each piece can be used on any kind of cooktop—even induction—and are also oven safe up to 500° (the lids are oven safe up to 350°).
Best Cast Iron Skillet
Your Price:
$24.90
Regular Price:
Comp. Value: $43.50
Lodge is known for their cast iron products, and a cast iron skillet belongs in every kitchen. The 12" size is our choice for the best of 2025 because it's not too big or too small. Its great heat retention yields great results, and you can use this cast iron skillet for searing, baking and more; it's oven safe or can even be used over a campfire. If you love cooking steak, this is a great option for reverse searing.
Best Dutch Oven
Your Price:
$459.95
Color:
Cerise
Our choice for the best Dutch oven of 2025 should come as no surprise. Le Creuset Dutch ovens are iconic for a reason, with incredibly durable construction and an array of fun colors to choose from. While the price may seem high, this Dutch oven is a great investment that you can use to simmer, brown and braise food; if you take care of it, this cookware should last you countless years. Plus, the enameled interior is easy to clean.
Find the Best Cookware at Abt
Great cookware makes a difference. No matter what you need, we're confident that at least one of these pieces will fit perfectly in your kitchen no matter your culinary skill level.
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