CirculonA1 Series with ScratchDefense Technology Nonstick Induction Wok with Lid, 14 Inch, Graphite

I originally ordered the 10” pan and it arrived with one side dented badly. I returned it and then ordered the 12” pan because the 10” one was quite small inside. I’ve had the 12” pan now about a year and a half (possibly longer). It’s without a doubt the best non stick pan I’ve ever owned. I use the pan multiple times a week and the inside of the pan looks no different than when I bought it. It has no chips, scrapes, burned through areas or anything. I do only use silicone or wooden utensils with it and it’s always hand washed and dried. The handle is also in the same condition as new. I’ve used pans from T-Fal, KitchenAid, Calphalon, Cuisinart and various brands you’ll find at the big discount stores. I’d say none even come close to this when considering the non stick aspect. Generally not much will stick, but of course things will a little no matter what you’re using. But the clean up on this Circulon pan is great. Usually anything will just wash out and at most I’ll soak it on the stove top with some soap and water after things like messy burgers with some cheese. I’ve never once had a tough time cleaning the pan. Honestly they way I normally go through a “nonstick” pan I’m shocked just how good this coating is. It really does look like it did when it was new. So the only real knock I have on this pan is the outside, or at least the sides. The paint they use it either pretty thin or just not very durable. As I said I always hand washed and the pan is basically put away in a cupboard immediately after. I take good care not to bang them around and while they’re not dented, the paint on the outside has quite a lot of scuffing. Idk if that’s just from some knocking around in the sink or what but it’s not the best. This issue started pretty early on and just gradually increased. The bottom where it’s all metal is fine other than usual discoloration from the flat top stove which you’d expect. So if they had a better paint or powder coating (not sure which is used here) this would be a 10 star pan. With that issue said it’s still beyond a 5 star pan for me just because of the phenomenal performance and life span I’m getting out of it. So this is my personal review and opinions on this pan having owned and used it for a long time now. As a side note I also have one of the pots of the same series in the 3qt variety and I’m experiencing the same results on nonstick with that, but the outside still looks great likely because it’s smaller to handle and I usually wash, dry and store on the back of the stove.

The media could not be loaded. So far this pan is not only worth it but it has beaten all expetations that I've had for its function.The picture you see was taken right after cooking breakfast. We have been using this pan for 5 weeks and using it multiple times a day. The egg still slides out.I'm sure you have gotten a new pan and its non stick seems to disappear after a few times of use. This is not the case with this pan. I've been waiting for the shoe to drop and I'm starting to think that maybe it will never loose its non stick properties. I guess time will tell. We have not used any medal spatulas because why risk.Its well built with a heat protection coating on the handle and attached with two rivets that go through the pan which makes it strong. The forked handle really helps it not become hot. It also has a small hanle on opposite side of the pan which helps to move the pan when its heavy with two hands. I melted cheese and wanted to show you that it didn't stick. The last picture was taken after the cheese melted and I lightly washed the pan with a paper towel and it looks great.I'll update this review in a few months and see where we are.I'm back after 4 months of daily use and pan is working justbas it has the first week. I was messing around with the idea of buying another pan that was $190.00 dollars but I can't imagine it being better than this one.Another update, I bought the expensive and beautiful pan that I was thinking of getting and the expensive pan does not function as well as this one does. Its shiny and beautiful but the non stick doesnt compare with this pan and we are now using this pan for maybe a year now, also I wish I had bought a second one but too much time has passed since I bought the expensive one. I can't imagine any 1 and 2 star reviews other then maybe defects. You will love this pan

Best pan ever. This pan has been used heavily with metal utensils and never disappoints. No scratches or chips, but the bottom is starting to discolor (from using gas stove). It's quite thick, so it weighs more than most--this helps facilitate good heat distribution.The handles are the only real "con" I have for it: the exposed metal does get hot. The silicon only covers the main parts of the handle; the metal trim will heat up during use.But, it rinses clean as advertised. Food does not stick. (I often prepare grilled cheese grilling both the bread & cheese side with no issue) You don't have to use oil if you don't want to do so, but it actually speeds up the cooking process and enhances flavor imo.

Love this pan. We are going to build a Circulon set. No stick at all and cleans super easily. The non scratch surface seems like it’s very durable.

I've had this for a while now and use it almost every day. Please understand that this is a large, deep pan. And with the two handles, it's long. So it comes out of the dishwasher beautifully, I can't stand it up anywhere so it monopolizes the entire bottom of the dishwasher. That said, small price to pay for such a wonderful item. The bottome is perfectly flat and the heat distribution is wonderful. The lid is plastic but sturdy. The star of the show is the non-stick coating which is freakin' bulletproof. Not all non-stick coatings are created equally and this is top-notch. I've burned tomato sauce and rinsed it out. I'm going back to buy the rest of the set because now my other pans make me sad. If you can deal with the size, you can't go wrong with this pan.