Amazon's Best-Selling Pan Is Under $20? Let's Try It!

[@MeinCouch123]

this is definitely one of those items where the 1 year checkup is more important than the initial impression

[@sirreginaldthe4th]

Same china direct seller garbage. Probably a sponsored product on Amazon site. Stick to a cheap t-fal or calphalon or tramontina etc. "non-stick" pans do not last forever. I wouldn't spend more than ~$25 for a pan of that size.

[@rachelrose671]

I’ve actually had this pan for a year now and it is my absolute favorite pan to make eggs in!

[@allysman]

@@sirreginaldthe4th Love my T-FAL skillet.

[@Hashkei]

@@rachelrose671 agreed. I have one also. it's great.

[@Elvewizzy.]

I have the same pan, the issue that made mine un-usable within a few months is the metal ring at the bottom. Liquid gets trapped between the actual stone and metal causing burn marks on the metal and my induction plate (which is now permanently damaged) and the metal plate at the bottom had a mini explosion and detached itself from the pan. Never again.

[@Mpike9268]

I've had this pan for almost 4 years... Got it December of 2020. I did my best to take care of it, hand wash only etc... It's just now at the point where I need to replace it. Granted I could still fry stuff in it but eggs are starting to stick. But honestly it's the best pan I've ever owned. I will be replacing it with another of the exact same pan and this one will become a pan that I can 'care less' about. 11/10 rating for me. I'll stick with this style pan for as long as they exist

[@ShirlBussman]

Now that's an impressive review. 😊How was the handle?

[@usernameisusername]

Ty!!

[@Mpike9268]

@@ShirlBussman pan definitely has the longevity. No pan will last forever but I feel like I picked this one up for around 25-30 dollars. And for it to last me multiple years I'll take it

[@ShirlBussman]

@@Mpike9268 Thanks! ☺

[@therealgreenjar]

Good to hear. I’ve had mine for almost a year and it still works great.

[@Darkwolfe73]

I've spent 18$ just on a screwdriver that wasn't as good as what you got. And you got a good pan to boot!

[@MrMega200]

And that screwdriver likely cost the supplier like 50 cents to include with the package. At the end of the day you don't have to spend much to have a reliable tool.

[@Xxxero42]

I have that exact pan. My wife got it for me bc my old favorite fry pan was old and stunk up the house when I used it. Lol. I love it so much. The other day I made Brats in it for the first time. The way I make brats, is a cup (ish) of water, bring to a boil, put the brats in, cook, while flipping half way thru, until the water cooks out. Then keep cooking and flip again to get color on both sides. It's delicious but the end result in the Pan is cooked on fat from the brats. Cleaned up so easily! I love it!

[@rondesi001]

Huge Sensarte fan. The price is unbeatable and the quality is amazing. I've got the entire set of pots and pans and cook a lot. After a year they all still look like new and work just as great.

[@JinapherShakur]

They give you a screwdriver as well? That's cool as hell; some products don't even give you a battery, or charger. Lol. I'm sold!Lol ❤

[@lkayh]

And if they do give you a charger, the cord is like 3” long-exactly where do they expect you to set the device?

[@deadzio]

How many chargers do you need? All are universal now unless you are apple lunatic.

[@lkayh]

@@deadzio I’d still kinda like one to go with each device. They shouldn’t assume you already have one. And the cord should be at least long enough that you can plug it in and still sit the device on a table. That’s just #Duh territory.

[@rayray8687]

Ikr, I can’t find batteries for my frying pans anywhere!! It’s very frustrating.

[@rayray8687]

@@deadzio: I’m an Apple lunatic and will never again go back to a Windows based product. After decades of crashes, nag screens, blue screens, poor sound quality and ridiculously slow loading I threw the last one in the garbage several years ago and have never looked back. In our home we have multiple devices including one seldom used Android based phone, so we have one USB charger and several Apple chargers.

[@BigBoyJay_69]

Costco Business Centers have a 12" nonstick skillet for $20 that is oven safe up to 500 degrees and build quality is professional, as it's meant for restaurant settings. Best nonstick skillet I've ever owned.

[@YoojinKim-gt5fj]

Thanks for sharing 👍 😊! I've been looking for a new dependable & not expensive pan, so glad I read the comments 😊.

[@lifelvr9509]

This is a really important point if you love to cook. Not being able to finish in the oven makes a pan useless to me.​@@YoojinKim-gt5fj

[@ringtyler]

I was looking for one recently and the only one I saw from there was the Tramontina and it was good only up to 350. Maybe they have different options depending on where you are.

[@BigBoyJay_69]

@@ringtyler The Tramontina ProLine is the one I was referring to. The online listing does say online up to 350 degrees. But the inside of the box says up to 500 degrees without the silicone handle and up to 400 degrees with it. Think the online listing is wrong.

[@ringtyler]

@@BigBoyJay_69 awesome! thanks for letting me know!

[@kazem8781]

i bought this pan in 2021, it's still going. one of my favorite pans i've ever owned!

[@菜天下]

The vinchef deep frying pan is pretty good, too. It's got a lot more features.

[@PAINFOOL13]

I have the 8 inch one Heavy aluminum n the granite coating, been 3 yrs and still looks and works great 👍🏻 Always use oil on non stick pans imho..

[@notchipotle]

I agree, oil makes the food taste better too

[@satanlayton3973]

I have this pan. The 12 inch one. I've had it for 6 months. I like it. I never put oil in it unless what I'm cooking calls for it and I'm pretty sure I don't take proper care of it. And nothing sticks to it, the surface is still intact and I have no complaints at all. Money well spent if you ask me.

[@ian3314]

I have the smaller version of this pan. Had it for about 8 months, works great, and will be interested in the long-term prospect of the pan. I don't put any pans in the dishwasher, so I think that helps.

[@jabbaa6500]

From a fellow Las Vegas...great review! Oil the meats instead of the pan much easier, less oil and no spots missed.

[@annaleefinch7266]

Great tip!

[@sandybruce9092]

Never thought about doing that! Really appreciate the tip!!

[@Dyanosis]

To add to this - make sure you give your meat(s) a few minutes to absorb the seasoning before applying oil or you'll lose most of your seasoning.

[@sandybruce9092]

I’m glad you added that it can be used on induction cooktops - my stove died almost 2 years ago and it’s too expensive for us olders to replace for some time. But I have a couple portable induction units which work,perfectly but pans must have some stainless steel in their bottom for it to work! I’m going to check this one out! I like the looks and especially the handle, and I’m sure they I have a lid that will fit!

[@bobhill3770]

Most of mine are Crofton from Italy, via Aldi. They specify using the blue colored scrubbers, over the green ones. Different material, and less damaging to the nonstick surface. I have 1 pan, over 17 years, still nearly as good as new.

[@CindyPhillips-z7j]

Is the one you have had for 17 years from Crofton?

[@bobhill3770]

@@CindyPhillips-z7j yes, as they rotated them back into sales over the years, i had bought 4 more. In my defense, I thought I only bought 2 more. Gifted one to my daughter, and another to my wife, as she was living and taking care of her mom after her stroke. After her passing, I moved back in, and found the others when packing, still new in packaging. (Doh!)

[@debbieomalley3451]

I love the Crofton pans!!

[@roxannerickman2150]

I have had the 8" for 2 years use it everyday. I loved it so much my son bought the 10" he had used it a year and still works great.

[@lilacjay]

Your video brought me right back to when I had my little westie highland white terrier Rose. I used to cook her scrambled egg, she was a little old lady, by the time I rescued her. I hope that your duds were fed to good girl. Love your mature, calm and fair approach to all of what are sometimes these crazy things that you try, love your channel. Hugs from England

[@andrewzach1921]

This pan looks like a yes. Thanks for the video

[@TeaBurn]

I got tired of non-stick coated pans getting scratched when washing; good out of the box, but eventually wore out soon enough...So I now just use stainless steel, cast iron, and carbon steel cookware like pans and dutch ovens. Took some practice and time getting used to them (because food stuck a lot) but I'm glad I don't have to worry about microplastic coating bits like teflon getting into my food anymore, microplastics that will undoubtedly accumulate in the blood and family jewels (seriously, look it up). Cast iron and carbon steel are also healthy for you since they impart trace amounts of iron...supposedly good for women and people with anemia. Higher price, but cast iron will certainly outlive you in your lifetime if taken care of, even if they get ruined with rust because you neglected it; once you reseason it, it's as good as new. One of the few pieces of cookware you could pass on to your descendants, because they could last forever, as they're materials used since ancient times.

[@deadzio]

You need special sponge to clean them. There is reason why sponges have different colors :) and microplastic is in the water anyway

[@TeaBurn]

@@deadzio There is nothing special about blue and green cellulose scours. I've tried it all. Also, I never drink water straight from the tap. Carbon filter+boiled before going into another pitcher into the fridge. If I had the money, I'd invest into a reverse osmosis filtration system to remove the fluoride too.

[@johnk6757]

@TeaBurn I just installed a RO system in my sink for about $110 (APEC from Amazon warehouse, one of the best sellers on Amazon and replacement filters look very reasonable and widely available) just saying, RO doesn’t have to be pricey

[@juggernautjerry9451]

I purchased this pan about 3 weeks ago. The pan is awesome and inexpensive. Great review!

[@xro5841]

Pink? Hell that's raw.

[@baronvg]

I’ve been thinking of James’ bean dip ever since watching this video 😂 I love simple recipes like that and I’ve been craving bean dip & chips since!

[@Bryan-T]

I paid 13 for a heavy duty 12'' nonstick pan from walmart. It's held up to daily use for about 6 months now. It's still going for the same price. I'll buy another when this one wears out.

[@sirreginaldthe4th]

They have a Mainstays brand 10" non stick pan for like $12 that is likely better than this one in the video. At least for it's non-stick properties.

[@sdell88]

I bought this pan in September 2023. It’s still as nonstick as when I first used it. I have all manner of pans with stainless Demeyere, Made In, Allclad and my favorite for high heat, carbon steel. This Sensarte is a must have and replaced all of my previous teflon pans

[@auntissie]

I've had this pan for over a year and LOVE it still!! Actually, I oved it so much, I also bought the same brand pot with lid... 💖🌷💖

[@johnmonk66]

Had it for two years now, rarely ever use oils, never had a problem, still as non stick today as it was when I bought it. A great product!

[@kenbrandon6434]

Glad you reviewed this one. I’ve been thinking of buying a set, with the only difference being, the set I’m looking at has detachable handles for easy storage, especially for rv’s, where space is at a premium. If you could review those or something similar, I’d appreciate it. I worry the handles may clamp on but still be wobbly, or issues with the lids design to work around the clamp.

[@mickm.121]

I have that fry pan for about a year. Still looks great and like new. Definitely a good buy

[@FlyGuyTy420]

Have this exact pan. Had it for about 6 months, it’s definitely worth every penny. This is so nice and love the textured grip. W pan

[@SuperChicken666]

I've had this pan for at least 8 months. It's my go to pan. Still good as new. I bought a nice glass lid for a few dollars at H-Mart, a local Asian supermarket.😊

[@grndezyns]

I've had mine for about 5 months. I use it 5+ days a week for bacon and eggs. It's starting to show some discoloration, but still releases eggs and easy to clean. As with most non-stick pans, let's see how it works after a year. That's why I decided to go with a cheap one, under $25, because regardless of the pan, they need to be replaced after about a year. Yeah, the screwdriver is a nice bonus!

[@daylemullaney8164]

I love your videos James. Thank you. And thank you for my new favourite super easy bean dip recipe. Delicious!!!

[@timlaunyc]

I've had the 10 inch one for almost 4 years, and it's taken some abuse, washes in the dish washer. The outside is permanently stained, where I would need to remove the finish to clean it with an abrasive. The handle has burn damage by the pan body. It still works fine with light oil. Just egg by itself will stick just like the video, but it can still be cleaned off with a paper towel. I've had to re-tighten the handle twice. I also bought the 11 inch skillet last year for shallow or southern style frying.

[@Wyse-Gaming]

Ughh, I bought the same exact pan 2 years and 6 months ago. This pan really is great, it's thick, cooks really well, and at one point I actually forgot I was cooking and it burnt so bad but it never stuck to the pan not even when it was all just crisp and black.

[@__aceofspades]

While the pan performs well, id personally pass on it. Its a no-name Chinese brand with unknown coatings that COULD leach into your food. Im not saying it will, but id rather buy a pan from a well known and trusted company if im going to cook food with the pan for years. Its just not worth the risk to me.

[@marthak8057]

We used ours for about 8 months. We threw it away yesterday. We could see scratches and marks all over. We did use a folk but only 2 or 3 times. Mostly rubber utensils. I wanted to love it because it was pretty. 😦

[@Frie_Jemi]

Could you look for a Bialetti Titan skillet. I got mine on sale with the 11" skillet/12" square griddle pan. ($30 for both) They have an odd rough titanium texture. It scratches with metal utensils but that doesn't affect the non-stick. There's no "layer" to scratch off. It's the titanium that does it. Anyway 2 years later, still perfectly nonstick . I'd love to see a freakin' review.

[@nellgwenn]

I have two of their pans and one pot. The smallest pan holds a lot. It's great for leftovers. It's very good quality.

[@Rebeccaac]

Great review! I feel like there’s criticism sometimes for buying cheaper products with less longevity but the price points of some brands considered durable and high quality are outrageous. I appreciate the affordability of a pan like this and wonder if the cost of some of the brands associated with durability used to be more affordable relative to income and cost of living.

[@rugan0723]

I've had this pan for a couple of months. So far, I'm really happy with it.

[@TenaTweed]

Bought this before I found your channel. Love it and the screw driver has come in handy...

[@EdHadder]

I Love Freakin' Reviews Videos 💗

[@hblanche]

I bought a set of three during the holiday season. Seven months later they look a little worse for wear; but are doing excellent otherwise. Great bang for the buck.

[@grahamjohnson4702]

The best review I have ever seen on this channel.

[@jencrochetingradtech5913]

I got a pan several years ago on Amazon that looks identical but different name. It’s been a great pan and held up great. I’ve bought my kids the same pan because I was so impressed. It was right at the $20 mark if memory serves. The brand is caannasweis

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

I bought a nonstick pan off Amazon last month. It was $50. I like it but it may be trash in a year. I just love my carbon steel wok though. My wife likes SS. I love cooking. Best wishes to all you guys and gals. 🙏

[@LindaB651]

Wow- that bean dip looks impressive! Thanks for the recipe, James!

[@heavenly5523]

I was impressed with the testing of the pan and the pan itself! well I'm sold I'm ordering this frying pan thanks 🤗

[@dragenzfyre01]

great review thank you, if you like dips, try 1 can Hormel no bean chili, 1/2 block of 4oz of Philadelphia cream cheese, taco blend shredded cheese ( add desired amount) 1cup, and some Frank's red hot. I use tortilla scoops and enjoy.

[@joecrawford9709]

I'm going to give it a shot

[@thefarsideofforty4012]

We have the largest one - the 12 inch saute pan with lid. Ordered 10/2023 and it's 8/2024 as I write this, so almost a year old. It's still going strong! Still just as non-stick as it was on day 1. It heats evenly and cleans up just as easily as demonstrated.

[@lits5984]

It’s easy to look good for a few months. It’s long term that separates the 20$ pan with the 200$ one.

[@ugon.1211]

Nice sizzle my snizzle was hilarious.

[@snurfbee58]

I got this pan a few years ago and still use it. I highly recommend, however, that you not use ANY utensils on it other than wood or silicon. There were a few situations where I used plastic and/or metal and only nicked the pan a little bit. Those nicks were enough to make things start sticking to it. There are still things we can cook in it just fine but pancakes and fried eggs are out of the question.

[@cryengine_x]

i have something that looks like this from target, paid about 23 on sale but its normally 30. i think it's ceramic and non stick at the same time so its like double non stick. i think some target customer reviews were saying the non stick wears off quickly, but i've already had it a few months and no issues, it's great.

[@evernhamanderson]

I have the "Carote" version of this pan. It does some things well and other things not so well. It is a weak performer on induction cooktops. If you use it on med-hi heat it just doesn't get as hot as other pans. However, this isn't necessarily a bad thing as this pan makes wonderful fried eggs, pot-stickers, and pancakes while on med to med-hi heat settings. If you try and up the heat level, the pan can't handle it and causes my induction top to turn itself back down a few levels. Always needs some lubrication for best results, but seems to offer good non-stick performance. Had it for two years now and the pan still works great and has a good surface condition. Starting to turn a bit brown in the center now though.

[@roberthoffman4713]

I purchased a generic non stick pan and it works great as far as being non stick. The biggest problem I have with it is on my gas stove if it's not just so the handle weighs enough that it flips the pan off the burner. I purchased an extra large granite stone pan because I had the size below it and it worked well. The larger one heats up very uneven, nothing seems to stick to it but because it heats so uneven it is hard to cook in it. They need to put a thick heavy disk on the bottom to distribute the heat better. That being said I've had some really expensive pans that didn't work well either.

[@slow-moe3518]

I just bought this pan a few weeks ago. I was thinking that if it sucked it would just be 17 bucks lost but it has actually been quite good. Not sure if it's gonna last even a year but at this price just replacing it with a new one would not be a problem.

[@ww2069]

I just got this pan about 2 mouth ago and love it!!! Only thing is it takes little time to heat up. But other than that I love it!!!

[@erickandsuzanne]

I bought one in June 2023 and love it. I'm getting another one.

[@aisforannihilation1662]

I have a similar pan from tj Maxx/Marshalls by la sera. It's my favorite pan to use. Have had a few yrs, still non stick, perfect condition on entire cooking surface. I hand wash but it's also very easy to clean. Can get for $14.99 ish at home goods or TJ's & Marshalls. Burlington has some too. Similar brands fine too. Speckled surface. Love it

[@tangerinojoga]

I think the Oil part the manual says is about seasoning the pan (first time coat)

[@Saratoga1965]

I bought one of those pans from Amazon on your recommendation. I absolutely love it! I love cooking and nothing drives me crazier than cleaning up stuck on food. This thing works great. Everything slips around as though it was on greased ice. Thanks for the recommendation. Well done. I’ve been a subscriber for quite a while and really like your show. Entertaining and informative. Keep it up!

[@tshaffer9681]

Thank you for your channel and testing products. This seems like a decent pan for the cost.

[@chance20m]

We have that same pan. It's fine. Far from my favorite, but it usually gets the job done.

[@shannondore]

I have a pan that looks very similar, but it's not the same company, and I love it. I used it for just about everything except Steaks. I use my cast iron for them.

[@paulaitix77]

we bought one on sale and liked it so much we bought the whole set, so far so good!

[@kenbrandon6434]

From experience, I buy mid-range frying pans, know that I may need to buy a new one in a few years. Even the expensive ones can’t be relied on to be “forever pans”. My current favorites are a couple Imusa granite pans I got at Walmart on clearance. The first version I had did get ruined by a roommate who used metal spatulas and left it empty on a burner until it warped. Still, I liked it so much, I bought a replacement at full price. And moved as soon as I could.

[@MrMega200]

I was curious and the coating advertised on the listing is actually Ceramic. One commenter on reddit said the coating lasts for 1-2 years but that could be subjective. It's a really good deal for a pan.

[@markbrookes6557]

You talked me into it. I've spent more on other disappointing pans. I'm ordering one.

[@AlphaOfCrimson]

I have used a TON of different pans. I use the same pan every day and the non-stick would always wear off in 3-4 months. So, I would try a different pan every time to see if I could find a cheap one that actually lasted. I finally did from the brand T-Fal. After 7 or 8 months it was still going strong, so I bought a second one for when the first wears out. After another year, I am STILL using the original. So it has lasted almost 2 years of every day use at this point. The non-stick is getting worse but it's really not that bad. I would compare it to where most other pans would be at 2-3 months.

[@gerardmcquade9102]

i like how the pan looks aesthetically and the function looked great

[@mercster]

I have the 8" and the 12.5" Sensatre pans, they are great. I'm no master chef and I use them only occasionally, but for my needs they are great, affordable pans.

[@Bionicbabyy]

Love the review. Although, I stopped using nonstick pans based on a test I done in college.

[@thewebstylist]

Even thought it was tricky to find the purchase link (and wow bro you gave so many ads on your website, at least on my iPhone view) Just Ordered!

[@GoIrishND]

Just bought this in white granite. Excited to own this after your review!! 🤙🏼

[@JaniceWithTheTarlovCysts]

I'm in the market for a new set of pots and pans. I bought green life and it worked well for about a year. I recently had to replace everything and decided on Amazon Basics, which I'm regretting now. The 12" pan in Canada is $39.00 but a set right now seems like a good deal.

[@retluoc]

It looks so similar to the Granitestone pans. But he's right... my granitestone pan warped because I cleaned it too soon 😔. Unfortunately, the pan must be cool before cleaning because the cool water will cause warping of the metal due to rapid cool down.

[@homeboi808]

I have the 12” one, it’s held up well, I like that it’s decently hefty (it’s heavier than the larger Granitestone, which warped after the first use).

[@Larkbringer]

i have the same 8inch Carote. wonderful pan for eggs and other small items. it does have a weird center of gravity when its empty but otherwise great cheap pan

[@homeboi808]

@@Larkbringer mines the 12” and don’t notice any odd center of gravity. I wish they made a 14”, I recently got a 14” Tramontina Pro fusion.

[@froggie6608]

My wife and I received a gift set of Nonstick Tramontina Cookware (8,10 and 12 inch pans) about 20 years ago. I have used them almost exclusively for all these years.They are still just like new. Even now, an egg will slide right out of the pan. Nothing sticks to this surface. I'm 76 years old and have never had or seen any cookware that can compare to this.

[@Twilliams60142]

I just bought one of these pans! It's hard to find an induction ready pan this size for 20 bucks! Induction cookware nowadays are about 40 for one pan! FYI: The 17.99 for this pan is a sale! Regular price: 30

[@GhostSaucer42]

Amazon does NOT deserve high status. They deserve their own category, solo and alone. Former Amazon associate here. LOL. Great review! Keep them comin'!

[@OneWildTurkey]

I have a much older pan that's similar, but even less expensive. When I fry eggs in it, I have to wait longer before trying to move them around. After the bottom finishes cooking, they always slide. With or without butter. Well, they did slide once without butter but I haven't tried it that way in a long time - ALWAYS with butter! ;-)

[@midnitetoker420]

I bought a Sensarte 12" Large Skillet around 18 months ago. Gets used regularly, and the pan is still in great condition. But I paid $40... Edit: I forgot that mine also came with a very good quality glass cover.

[@dami6722]

Thanks for the dip recipe too 🎉

[@Bacender]

Nonstick / teflon surfaces are a solved problem and literally any pan regardless of the price will work well out of the box. I would want to see how this holds up over a year of multiple uses a week.

[@thedeadgypsy]

Yep, this

[@bluephreakr]

_Except_ teflon has generated a _new_ problem that other non-stick solutions are trying to figure out.

[@nucleuscyborg5036]

Thanks Mike! I’ve been looking to replace the pans my mom got me when I moved out. Can you test their pots too?

[@mattsanchez4893]

I don't own this particular pan, but I do own several fairly inexpenisve non-stick pans that I've gotten from Amazon and they have held up quite nicely over the years. I may have to give this one a try, albeit a bigger version. BTW, It teally pays to take good care of them!

[@pjny21]

I have the smaller pan and it's pretty solid.

[@mastergwaha]

nice use of that other amazon spatula flipper combo!

[@frankgarcia3009]

They all works beautifully in the beginning. Do these tests again after 6 months.

[@KelliDowning]

That pan reminds me of my Carote granite stone removable handle cookware set.

[@ashkatleorock-jf8tl]

I got a set of those for Christmas. So far so good!

[@4biz]

WOW.THIS IMPRESSED ME.

[@justinl7496]

works like my blue diamond pans.

[@jross3r]

Thank you. Just purchased it.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

How are these pans with induction stoves ? do they work ok ? want to maybe get 2 or 3 of these in various sizes thx great review by the way cheers from Vulcan Canada

[@silmaril9621]

My experience has been to avoid washing nonstick coated pans in soap, as it removes the seasoning. Usually you can clean it just fine with a damp cloth or paper towel.

[@pinkiewinkie1548]

Sweetie, one important question from me: is there TEFLON in the pan?? Cause that is one of the things I'm really allergic of. Love your channel, thanks so much for all the reviews, warm greetz from an old rebel-Pinkie BTW: I use pans from the brand: GREENPAN!!

[@stevegee218]

They have a 10" crape pan that is great for pancakes and heating tortilla. Same non-stick coating.

[@pacerdawn5512]

It's not about how well these non-stick pans do right out of the box, it's how non-stick they continue to be over the course of a few months. For example, I love the Gotham Copper pans at first, but a few months later they have stuff stuck all over them and I had to throw them out. Meanwhile my Granite pan is years old and still going strong. It would be great if you could do a special "Pans months later" review as well. I know you do your "1 year later" stuff, but I'm more interested in the pans later than anything else.

[@isaacgame7304]

The main thing with adding oil is that you're mainly just using it for a better transference of heat. Both examples cooked well, but you can see how it didn't cook the entire bottom of the pancake when using oil in a non-stick pan. Let the non-stick do its job, works well.