There's a major problem with Hexclad cookware

[@AlmightyAetius]

I bought a hexclad, absolutely my favorite pan I have ever used. Unfortunately my opinion is apparently tainted by actually testing the product and not just reading about it 2 year update: still use it everyday with zero issues.

[@deepaarun2988]

Couldn’t agree more. It’s my go to cookware along with my carbon steel ones.

[@stevehorn1471]

My thoughts exactly.

[@Cook-Culture]

It may work well today but soon it will wear out and become garbage. If you don't care about the impact to the environment, and like to replace expensive cookware, then you probably have the right pan.

[@xristinarose2409]

For how long do you have the pan if i may ask? Becaude brand new almost all pans are amazing imo, the main difference is that one gets bad in half a year while another may last 5y

[@AlmightyAetius]

@@xristinarose2409 I’m a little more than a year in now and still works like a dream. Better than the first day I got it.

[@thrithree]

I’m still using the cast iron cookware that my grandmother bought sometime in the 1930’s. It last forever.

[@RainCloud848]

❤

[@TheMonkeydood]

Wow!

[@3532PINOY]

100 percent agree. OUR HEXClad ONLY lasted for a year. what a waste of money.

[@stevebackart4047]

I am 4 years into my Hexclad pans, which see frequent use. They are fantastic, and aside from extremely minor scoring on the bottom from iron gas range grates, they look like new. I use these up to twice daily, As a career foodservice professional with over 40 years of experience, I can attest to their even heat distribution, efficiency of heat transfer, non-stick qualities, durability, ease of use, always cool handle, and easy cleaning. For daily use, cast iron is too heavy and is tougher to maintain. Stainless will last, yet clean up is more work. This brand provides a near perfect balance of usability and simple clean up. I have subsequently purchased all Hexclad pots and a wok. They seem like they’ll last decades. Not sure why the guy in the video is so energized to provide an unfavorable review, especially if he hasn’t tried the product. That’s just wrong.

[@Cook-Culture]

I'd sold nonstick cookware for decades. It works great until it doesn't. Once it wears out it's garbage, and ALL of it wears out. That's a problem. We can no longer claim ignorance to justify rebuying disposable cookware

[@stevebackart4047]

@@Cook-Culture My often-used 4 year old Hexclad cookware looks like new today. Yes, I care for it per Hexclad's instructions, yet its not a big investment in time or trouble. I get more enjoyment out of using this cookware than any used previously. While I own cast iron cookware, and it has advantages for high heat and searing, it is the LEAST used cookware in my kitchen. Why? For me, cooking is fun and I get the most reward when I use the HC brand. I think HC is unfairly classified as "disposable" as mine will likely last decades based upon the 4 year durability to date. Past experience with other non-stick brands, most from high quality names, had me change them every 2 years or so. That why I tried Hexclad in the first place. So far. it is living up to its brand promise. The ONLY wear I see, and it is minor and difficult to notice unless its a very close inspection, is the bottom surface Stainless Steel near the outer edges where it rubs against my stove top grates. This review comes from a frequent USER who has made the investment and should see big savings in total cost of ownership by not replacing cookware every other year. Aside from the totally enjoyable aspects of this cookware, I figure it will pay for itself by year 6 and be in use for at least two decades. That's not disposable.

[@Maradnus]

@@Cook-Culture i don’t care if you sold them for years.. There are plenty of people out there with 4 year reviews who actually use the product & are still happy with it. At leat they own one to know. What you are putting out is that you ate a Brussels sprout when you were 5 & hated it so will never eat one again. At least own one & use it & then when it fails you can clearly say, see just as expected my stainless pan is the better choice!

[@David-zh7rj]

There is no such thing as cookwear that lasts forever. Doesn't exist.

[@Maradnus]

@@David-zh7rj I have a cast iron pan and a stainless pan that my great great grandma use to use.. they will out live me!

[@canaanp]

The most amazing thing about this video is how you recorded in what looks like 480p but KZbin allows me to play it in 4k. I guess the other amazing thing is that you title the video as "My review..." but don't actually have one and admit you've never even used one. But yeah - "Kudos!" to you for reviewing something you've never seen or used.

[@Cook-Culture]

Yeah, recorded this one with my flip phone! Thanks for the comments.

[@mikethegreat4296]

I haven't watched the video, but here's why I'm going to go ahead and dislike it anyways: 🤡

[@toolbaggers]

You don't need to actually use the product if you understand the technology behind the product. I.e. I don't need to try out a time machine to "review" it to know it's BS!! It's the non-stick coating in the valleys that is the problem as they wear out but you didn't watch or understand the video.

[@mt0969]

Canaan, agreed. This dude records a video with his Alltel flip phone in the year 2022 about a product he's never used but "knows" all about the technology while wearing a shirt that literally says what he is. Meanwhile, I've just watched 10 videos of people who, after a year, are reviewing the pan they've ACTUALLY used, and it is still performing the way it should. Every pan has it's place, it is about technique, use, and care.

[@Cook-Culture]

Thanks, but I've done my homework: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@youtubeme7195]

By the way, did he say he never used one?

[@youtubeme7195]

He's younger and more fit than me, but When I was in The United States Marine Corps, i had a comment about people who would judge what I have accomplished while they never had. "Until you do, you can eat a dick."

[@Cook-Culture]

Never have, never will. I don't use toxic PTFE chemical pans.

[@iamtorrego]

That’s everything we needed to know.😂

[@justgivemethetruth]

I have a stainless steel pan, and a cast iron pan ... and they both work perfectly. I never have any problem cleaning them. I don't want anything to do with any industrial / chemical non-stick pan surface. I wish people would not make, sell or buy this stuff.

[@Cook-Culture]

Me too

[@norme2681]

With links to cancer, I would never use an non stick surface

[@dickjohnson5025]

Agreed!!! Stainless and cast iron only for me

[@matthewhuling8582]

Just recently I threw my stainless steel pan in the garbage, every time I cooked something in it, it was almost guaranteed to burn it or it would cook unevenly. Even if I use cooking oil and coat the pan before I put my food in it and literally stand there and watch it and stir it, it would still be cooked unevenly. I also tried using it on low heat, still sketchy results. So I bought Gotham Steel cooking set, so far I love it. Another thing with that stainless steel pan, when stuff burned on it, it was really difficult to get the stuff to break loose from the cooking surface and clean up. It was junk. I didn’t have any problem whatsoever chucking it in the trash can.

[@justgivemethetruth]

@@matthewhuling8582 I mostly use my cast iron pan these days. With the stainless steel I've had problems like you describe when I cook on too high a heat, also similar to cast iron. There is no need to heat pans so hot. Took me a long time to learn that and change my habits.

[@helenalovelock1030]

So what is the best non stick pan if we need a non stick pan to use for pancakes and omlettes ?

[@JeremyFritchy]

I'm a big fan of honest reviews. More specifically for items that reviewers purchase themselves. There is no influence. However, you admittedly have never touched the item you're giving a review on. How is anyone supposed to trust that? One could assume you reached out to them for a review or demo and they denied you, so you're butthurt and leaving a bad review? Fwiw, nothing you ever purchase will last forever. So that's your reasoning for a bad review, because eventually they'll wear out? LoL. I've owned a hexclad pan for almost two years and use it nearly everyday. Is it a magic pan? Definitely not. Is it better than T-fal non stick? 1000% better. No warping, even heat distribution, durable surface (LESS prone to scratches), and oven safe. Aside from my cast iron skillet this is my second favorite pan.

[@Cook-Culture]

Hi, thanks. You missed the point of why I did not or would not buy this pan.

[@DyesubDave]

I agree with pretty much everything you said. EXCEPT ... I believe that Cast Iron will last forever. Unless of course you take a screaming hot pan and place it under cold water. (I've heard of somebody actually snapping a cast iron pan in half doing that.) Or perhaps until a meteor hits the Earth. LOL I appreciate this KZbinr sharing his knowledge of the process but admit I think he should still try one out. From reading comments it seems that some have had issues and others like yourself have used these for years. I really like my cast iron pans but they are a PITA to clean and maintain. I also have a set of 'The Rock' pans that seemed great at first but all the fry pans have food now sticking after using them for about 4-5 years. My buddy has had one 'Rock' pan for years and says he's had no issues whatsoever. So I think mileage may vary on all these things. I would like to get a really good set of quality pans but am still on the fence as to which way to go. I may try ONE of these Hexclad pans to test the quality / longevity. But of course that's how it started with 'The Rock' pans as well. 🙃

[@johnteske4981]

This was honest? He hasn't even cooked with them once, let alone years. So you automatically believe this guy but not Ramsey? What makes this guy the all knowing saint you have assumed he is?

[@HeavyInstinct]

This was not a "review". It's a recommendation based on science and what will very predictably happen eventually to any cookware that has a nonstick coating.

[@JeremyFritchy]

@@HeavyInstinct Read the video description. He called it a review himself. "In my review, I discuss why they have not solved..."

[@dc5duben96]

a good rule of thumb that i follow is if a celebrity is endorsing any product, i write it off as trash and avoid it, simple minded ppl buy into the hype

[@Cook-Culture]

Good rule.

[@BlockCylinder]

Totally clear. Thank you for a straightforward explanation.

[@hydrojet7x70]

What do you think about ceramic coated pans? We have a pan that says that it is hardened anodized ceramic. We got that because at the time we could not afford hex clad and don’t like nonstick. The ceramic pan seemed like a good medium ground. They are still working fine after one year of use no scratches, but thinking lately of getting hex clad until seeing your video. So, stay with the ceramic pan?

[@CHMPro]

Thankyou. I loved how factual this was. It's so fact, you didn't even have to try it. That's awesome. 💯

[@Cook-Culture]

Nope. I don't have to use any coated cookware to tell you that it will become jink.

[@magnetar2524]

@@Cook-Culture jink?

[@Alina-kz2sn]

A bit off-topic but do you have a review video of the Titanium Always Pan Pro? (It claims to be a chemical-free, non-stick pan.)

[@Cook-Culture]

Not yet.

[@joshuabarnhart9601]

I own these pans and I’ve been using them and I think they are amazing. I have 10 years of commercial kitchen experience. I have open restaurants. I’m not just some random dude standing in the kitchen. But by all means, let this one KZbin video make you decide what you wanna do. Lol

[@waynesmith6393]

What makes them so good? What makes them different from my all clad set? Worth getting a hexclad as my go to nonstick for eggs while my stainless works perfectly fine with nothing sticking at proper temp? Or is the difference miniscule?

[@GroarkBoysBBQ]

Very very happy with mine. 1 year of EVERY DAY use and no peeling or wearing out

[@lobi-wankenobi4872]

🤣 Awesome

[@JeffDietzphoto]

yea but see... you have actually owned and used the pans... so this guy thinks that makes you not credible... he instead wants you to believe him... the guy who admits he has never even had one in his hands before let alone every use one :) :)

[@scottthehazy-haymaker3705]

Carbon steel lasts a lifetime. No warranty necessary

[@rayphoto7358]

I bought mine 5 years ago as a gift to my wife. Last week noticed that Teflon started to peel off near rivet connection of handle. I’m talking about pod, not pan. Very disappointed since lots of Teflon strips are gone. Wandering…how much Teflon is in our stomach already 🤦‍♂️🤔

[@Cook-Culture]

Good question!

[@GrayRock7]

I've had my Hexclad for 2 years, use multiple times a day, and it's still going strong like new. Wouldn't use anything else.

[@cmvr9138]

Most cheap pots and pans lasts 2-5 yrs!! Wait 5-10 yrs and see how Hexclad is doing.

[@Rayzeo]

​@@cmvr9138Stop being a groupie and move along

[@cyndiflores6561]

What cast iron carbon steel pots and pans do you recommend

[@Rubypours]

I have had mine a year and love it. No peeling

[@Cook-Culture]

Great. It may never peel but it will wear out. Its just a matter of time

[@dalang8485]

“I’ve never touched it.” Thanks for being honest and not wasting my time by letting me watch the rest of the video!

[@Cook-Culture]

Good on you

[@panagouleas]

How can it be called a review if you’ve never seen or tried the product???

[@Cook-Culture]

Did you watch the video? It's pretty simple to understand

[@illyay1337]

My parents gave me a hexclad wok that had the coating wearing off. They got a new one for free because of the warranty. It sucks that the coating started wearing off but they seem to just give you a new pan with barely any questions asked.

[@bitswapper]

Bought a hexclad. Followed the seasoning instructions and it was non-stick. I always used either wood or plastic utensils. The non-stick wore off after a couple of weeks of daily use. Re-seasoned it according to the instructions. When the non-stick quality improved, I was tempted to think that it was just a matter of re-seasoning every couple of weeks. However with each successive re-seasoning the degree of improvement of the non-stick quality decreased until it made no sense to continue to re-season it. That was about 10 months or so into owning it, after it then owned me.

[@Cook-Culture]

Interesting to know. Thanks for the note

[@toolbaggers]

Even a $10 non-stick pan when new is non-stick. The only difference is how long long it lasts and how easy it is for the non-stick coating to wear out.

[@balldip]

My english is bad. What do you mean by after 10 months it owned me? Thanks

[@christhompson6010]

Well i dont feel too bad . Mine lasted 12 months before it failed. Still money down the drain

[@deepaarun2988]

Have owned a set for two years now and haven’t had any problems ever thus far. The griddle is also amazing as are the wok and skillets. Worth every penny paid.

[@VioletClaw816]

anyone knows where to find the serial number of these pans? Thanks.

[@stacy695]

I had to get rid of my cast iron/carbon pans due to increase in my blood iron levels. They were also too heavy. Recent studies have shown that these metals can accumulate in brain tissue. High iron levels are also very bad for heart health. Bummer because I loved cooking with them.

[@VividFlash]

What do you mean haha. Your body needs iron to produce red blood cells. You die without enough iron in your food. Most of your iron comes from meat or lentils.

[@jakobgasse261]

What if the valley’s are coated with ceramic (onyx)?

[@Cook-Culture]

Hi, the pans are already Onyx but ceramic coating would wear out faster than Tefon as it's less durable.

[@eatingwithselina8482]

I absolutely love my hexclad set especially the Wok but I have decided to switch to stainless steel and cast iron. I now have a stargazer pan, a Staub enamel pan and have always had a Le Creuset 3 set Dutch oven pans (has had that for 6 years) I bought a 5D all clad set of pots recently and I am about to gift all my hexclad to a family member who loves cooking in them. My Hexclad still looks brand new years later but to your point it’s probably because I baby all my cookware

[@Cook-Culture]

Good on you. Very few people look after their cookware properly and that's the #1 reason that they become garbage so fast.

[@jackle842000]

Try a starfrit the rock for much less money and see how it compares. Similar type design I believe and works great. If you know how to use cast iron then try a carbon steel skillet that's much lighter. What I've noticed about cast iron is that brown way better than the other junk with much lower settings even. I've went back to cast myself but would like to try a carbon steel as they're supposedly the same but lighter.

[@ec5318]

Can you tell me some tips for "babying" your Hexclad cookware? Does that mean no steel utensil even though they way it is ok? Limit leaving it soaking in water? Thanks if you can give me some tips.

[@jackle842000]

@@ishaa5948 that's simply not true at all. I seen claims about that with the lodge and was wary of buying them then just went ahead and bought them anyway. All you need to do is spread a thin layer of oil with a paper towel and let them get to smoking on medium to medium high heat then turn it down low before starting to cook with some liquid vegetable oil. And like all cast iron it gets better and better with each use when new. After two or three uses it doesn't stick at all just like a non-stick. That's normal for cast iron. The people that think they aren't as good as it used to be do not know how to treat the cast iron. And it would be better if you treated it again before using the first time but the skillet itself is every bit as good as the old ones I have some of both. Matter of fact the new lodge does better than my old ones that my grandparents had. People need to learn how to treat them properly. Also once you treat it barely put like a drop or two of oil and continue smoking it and when it's real good and ready you go to put the couple drops of oil to smear around and it'll bead up just like rain x on a treated window. Make sure not to use too high of heat but just enough to smoke it a little for a few min. Do this on the stove top before every use for a while and it'll build some thicker non stick layer. Do it every time you use a metal scoring pad. You don't have to do the long oven treatment very often when used like this. The key is the oil beading up when done properly. Do not use thick oil on the bottom cause that will not work. The oil should be thin as you can get it and still cover the bottom. The best way is the long oven treatment procedure but that's not necessary and takes forever. Also, you do need a very thin as possible layer of oil to cook with before adding each item to the skillets. Do these things and the new cast perform perfect. These slandering of new cast are from people that started out using already well treated older skillets and don't know how to get it there themselves I'm afraid. Good luck and enjoy your new lodge or any brand skillet! They perform awesome! I just bought new ones like a month or two ago and they're performing perfectly!

[@hepgeoff]

One thing that would concern me with any non-stick pan is what chemicals are leaching into my food from the non-stick material?

[@durkster]

I have 3 different sizes of the hexclad frying pans from around 3-4 years old. I never cook eggs with them. It won't work unless you use very low heat and oil. I'll cook eggs in my typical ceramic pan. I treat my hexclads like a carbon steel or cast iron pans and they are similar except they are extremely easy to wash/clean. I also like the fact that i can use metal spatulas and tongs and can stack other pans on top without worrying about scratching or chipping anything. Cooks a great steak cuz you can turn up the heat unlike ceramic pans. You have to choose the right pan for the right foods. Overall, love the hexclads!

[@JCS1248]

I agree. I have hexclads for non-stick use and demeyere atlantis for other purposes. Eggs should be cooked low and slow anyways in my opinion, but to each their own. This channel was one of my go to channels to decide on my atlantis purchase, however I cannot get behind a review where the person hasn't tried or tested them and is biased by previous experience with other brands and builds only. I personally think they perform amazing, so I am waiting to be proven wrong. Will they last forever, no. Do I have to muck about to get a really nice cooking experience without excessive oil, no. I would take this particular review with a grain of salt. You can spend $1,700 on an amazing stainless steel set, and if not used correctly or for the right purpose, will seem like an insane waste of money too.

[@bosshogg6]

I bought a 12" frying pan almost a year ago. I like it. It developed a scratch and the coating is peeling off the edges. Not great, however, I contacted them with photos and they sent a new one free of charge. If they continue to honor the warranty, sending me a new one each year, I'm happy and would definitely not call it a scam.

[@bosshogg6]

Also, I did not have to return the original.

[@californiakayaker]

I use cast iron now, and have every size imaginable with lids. But, believe it or not, I'm always looking out for the top of the line cast iron product. That said, maybe I'm wishing for something not possible like light weight cast iron ect. What do you think ?

[@networkn]

You talk a pretty big game for someone who hasn't actually even seen one in person. You might be right, but it's incredible that you didn't at least TRY it before trashing it.

[@ArmadilloGodzilla]

Please don't beat around the bush, tell us how you really feel about nonstick.

[@MuscleAKAOzzy]

😜

[@Cook-Culture]

haha!

[@cmvr9138]

Does Hexclad have PFAS??? 😊

[@Cook-Culture]

Yes. All non-stick pans do. That's what makes them non-stick.

[@phatrick8848]

"I hate this thing because I hate all things like it, for I'm a contrarian." "Did you try the thing?" "no." "Have you literally ever touched the thing before?" "...no"

[@Cook-Culture]

Yes. Cookware that contains PTFE chemicals are all the same.

[@darklorddragonslaye1]

@@Cook-Culture DOes the Hexclad contain PTFE in its nonstick coating?

[@Cook-Culture]

@@darklorddragonslaye1 Yes, that is the nonstick. Some people state that it's ceramic but they are clear on their website that it's PTFE.

[@doubleganger2]

​@Cook Culture hexclad does not have ptfe

[@Cook-Culture]

@@doubleganger2 how is it nonstick?

[@alsukany]

You are absolutely right, my food stuck to it the first day I used it. I am returning it to Costco, I bought the 7-piece set!!!

[@Cook-Culture]

Oh no! Thanks for sharing

[@alsukany]

@@Cook-Culture Thank you Mr. Cook-Culture, I just returned it this morning to Costco, and they gave me back the $400 Dollars I spent on 3 pans. I am buying the Iron Cast pans you recommended in other videos on your channel. Thank you

[@Cook-Culture]

@@alsukany You will be happy. Good move.

[@mrp2209]

I was actually thinking about this pan on how can you actually use metal tools in it without damaging the non stick, now I know! In regards to the "warranty", I consider that a scam. Most people don't read the fine print or if they do, most of them don't understand it as it is so misleading. I guess this is yet another perfect example of good marketing and how can you sell a product using lies :) thanks for the video! keep it up, Jed. Cheers, Mihai.

[@Cook-Culture]

Thanks, Mihai! I hope all is well with you!

[@seanmoore1570]

What review what are you talking about he has nothing to review he never once touched one of those pants He's going based off of theories of similar pans he sold in the past hmm kind of looks like he's protecting those other brands by down shooting this one watch it again

[@man_hua_xi_you]

A lifetime warranty means the company will exchange for anything they cause the product loss it's desired useful means which includes normal wear and tears, scratches should be included. In this case, I think this company is misleading, in the business world, that is a scam. I am going to return my pans to Costco.

[@upnorthkenny9674]

If the hex clad wears out, does an air warranty allow you to replace it for free?🤷

[@Cook-Culture]

No. They only way that they replace the pan is if it fails due to a manufacturing defect. Regular wear and tear does not apply.

[@jonh2408]

Yes, it says right in the warranty that peeling of the coating or stainless steel hexagons IS covered. Provided there is no obvious cause such as knife marks from cutting in the pan or the such. And FYI we've owned this set for 2 years it still looks brand new (daily use). To say all cookware "eventually wears out" is an obvious statement. "Everything on earth gets older every year and isn't new anymore"... yes thanks tips

[@jonh2408]

If you enjoy having to scrub voraciously after cooking, not being able to touch the handle taking forever to heat up then yes, cast iron will last long longer, until they rust.

[@pahanin2480]

I love my hexclad. Their customer service is also amazing

[@subvertusinreallife5277]

What this guy is missing is that if you want non stick and you are not the only one using the cookware, everyone else will scratch and destroy it long before it wears out. I love it because I can get years of use before the Teflon goes naturally and stop throwing away pans after 8 months from being badly scratched. So if you are a good cook who takes great care of your product, yes, this guy is right, but if you want good cookware for your family he is dead wrong.

[@Cook-Culture]

Chemical coated cookware is a good choice for families?

[@subvertusinreallife5277]

@@Cook-Culture as a mechanical engineer, and some one who is familiar with doing research, yes, there is no substantiated data that shows the coatings on cookware are harmful.

[@Cook-Culture]

@subvertusinreallife5277 where does PTFE come from? What is done with the waste? How much PFAS is in your drinking water? How much PFAS is in your body right now? There is definitely enough evidence that shows harm of PFAS to humans. But hey, your pan is probably just fine.

[@monicajaramillo1384]

I got the best value set for $599 not more than most other sets I’ve seen for $1,200. I will probably get some pretty good use from them, I also own several cast iron pans that are my go to.

[@marcuspd7502]

Why don’t they make enameled stainless steel cookware which would have the indestructible and nonstick quality of enameled cast iron, but the quick, even heating and ability to control the temperature like stainless steel cookware?

[@Cook-Culture]

Good point. I think you're going to see more innovation over the next few years.

[@silvertogold4064]

I spent just under $700 for the 13 piece set at Costco about 1.5 years ago, beginning about 4 months ago, the sauce pan started flaking - tried claiming warranty and it quickly became such a pathetic hassle - I just returned them. Furthermore - I agree that a cast iron pan is equally as non stick - I went back to cast iron with 'no regerts'. 💸 🍳

[@dickjohnson5025]

Yup, no matter what, all the non sticks will wear and flake. I don’t want that crap in my food. Stainless or seasoned cast iron only, for me

[@disadadi8958]

"- I went back to cast iron with 'no regerts'. " I'd certainly regret spending $700 on cookware.

[@rja12]

It's good you got rid of them once it started to flake. From another online review, "HexClad Cookware Is Coated with PTFE, a Type of PFAS “Forever Chemical,” While Telling Consumers They are Not Coated with PFAS". So you definitely don't want to be eating flakes of forever chemicals.

[@myteslatina]

Thanks for the video. My hexclad started to stick after 6 months and peel. I considered replacing them but now I'm looking into cast iron maybe ceramic or enamel coated.

[@Cook-Culture]

Go for cast or enamel but you will have the same issues with ceramic. Coated pans don't last.

[@norme2681]

I'd recommend trying a carbon steel maybe an affordable De Buyer. Season it and give it a good work out. Nothing against cast iron but carbon steel is lighter and heats up faster with the same result both will last a lifetime.

[@slowzhu]

Finally a truthful review. I got the set in Costco probably 3 years + ago when it first came in Costco. I usually use nonstick wok to cook on daily basis, pretty careful, never really scratch the surface. A regular nonstick wok last about 2 years. I was tired to buy pans over and over again, doesn't seem environmental friendly either, so I bought the Hexclad set. After using about three years, never over burn the surface, never use steel scrubbers, but the wok is done, I can see the scratches, and the color at bottom of the wok became different. I recommended many friends to buy it, now I'm telling them not to. Luckily I got the set from Costco, I returned the whole set. Now, I'm using a less than $20 nonstick wok, I can just buy another one when this one is worn out.

[@Baz.007]

You can return them used after 3 years?

[@Cook-Culture]

Try a traditional Chinese wok season it. It will be the most non stick pan you'll have

[@slowzhu]

@@Baz.007 Yes, it's Costco. The reason I return the set after three years and did not feel guilty is that the advertisement is a lifetime warranty, 3 years is really short compared with a lifetime

[@YouTube_is_complete-total_shit]

@@slowzhu costco did not pay, their company is very very very very good with contracting good deals. They never take a loss on bad inventory like this its on the manufacturer. Plus if anyone wants to toot their horn they better be able to hold to what they said. I use copper chef with silicone utensils and they are awesome. I like the black diamond ones but prefer the old school but they don't make em anyone and not like they used to, thinner layers and stuff. I do recommend copper chef as worse case you eat some copper and best case it lasts 10 years like I did for my mom and mine. Black diamond ones 3 years old still look new and I cook in em few times a week. Maybe more.

[@awakening1776]

This isn't a review at all lol.

[@Atlink]

Interestingly, the warranty specifically states that it won’t cover damage due to not properly seasoning, not taking care of it, etc. From other reports I’ve heard, the coating IS covered, as long as you take basic care of the pan. In that case I think complaining about a warranty when you don’t actually care for the product is the users fault, not the company’s. They can’t just hand out pans left and right.

[@Cook-Culture]

You are correct but it's what happens all the time. People do not understand how restrictive the manufacturer's instructions are.

[@mariemcmahel8618]

Thank you for your honest review even if you have not used Hexclad...I got mine at Costco and took it out of the box...then watched reviews and several were not good and your's was the nail in the coffin for it...It's back in the box and I will be first in line at Costco returns in the a.m. I will continue to use my pretty stainless set...that hex clad is just too darn pretty but right now $350 will buy alot of gasoline for my vehicle and a few groceries....

[@Cook-Culture]

Yes, a lot of money for a pan that you would need to replace.

[@sparkynm156]

Heh, There was no information in the box for seasoning, care, warranty, no paperwork at all. So I'm online looking to see how to season this pan... Watched this review... Think I will return it and go with Steel and Cast Iron...

[@iamtorrego]

@@sparkynm156mine got all the instructions on the box. It is even printed on the box. Sadly I cannot share the pictures.

[@sparkynm156]

@@iamtorrego Thankyou, but on closer inspection, the bottom was covered in grease and it was a used pan someone stuffed in the box and returned.. so I returned it and left it at that for now... sigh..

[@gphilpot1]

The issue I have with any pan is the center is always high which causes the oil to spread to the outside when the heat is centered in the pan. Always have to use too much oil when frying. Is there a better pan for this? But, glad I watched this review. Don't think this is the best option for me. I bought a super expensive Calphalon mega set and the coatings on the surfaces are destroyed. No metal has ever touched them and we used separators between the pans when stacking. But in fairness, we cook a lot.

[@aliciaderoo4919]

Use a dutch oven for frying. That's basically one of the best ways to fry with a lot of oil apart from a fryer.

[@MariEmily1]

I have the hexclad and I love them, you just have to clean them well with a lot of soap and water until there is no residue left from the factory. Then cure them well, put canola oil 2 or 3 tablespoons with a brush you spread it well or pam spray of canola in low for 10 minutes then with a paper towel you take out the excess oil and ready to cook and if you are not going to cook at the moment you clean it with soap and water and dry well and that's it! ❤️

[@mcjunieb]

Hexclad looks nothing like Scan pan or Swiss Diamond. I'm not sure what you mean here?

[@Cook-Culture]

Looks mean nothing. They all use the same toxic coating. PTFE. It's a PFAS chemical and will wear out.

[@thinkfaster]

The problem isn’t so much that the nonstick wears out, but that polymerized oils will eventually build up and become the new, stickier surface of the pan. This stuff is basically impossible to remove, therefore it doesn’t matter that the nonstick underneath is perfectly fine. This happens much more quickly if you overheat the pan, but it builds up even if you don’t. As a result, I’ve stopped buying scanpan and just get something cheap decent T-Fal for when I am lazy and want to use nonstick.

[@kellyname5733]

Me too think faster. I spent thousands on ScanPan, some nonstick and some not, but in all fairness I have gotten 20+ yrs out of them except for one dutch oven pan. I cooked a roast in a 350 degree oven and it was never the same again. The non stick stainless pans will last longer than I will be alive. lol. Im never going to spend thousand of $$ on pans again. Not in my budget anymore. I bought Brandani skillets at Home Goods that are both non stick and cast iron that is thin, light, and slick. I seasoned the ones that were not non stick with Ghee butter, 3 times at 400 degrees. Those pans are now non stick. Cheap too. The price range was $14, $18 and $25 each for the 2 wok's. Love, Love these pans. I just need sauce pans and I dont think anyone makes thin cast iron sauce pans. Anyone know of any one that does?

[@DenC.personalPage]

the reason i didn't buy hexclad is i learned the non-stick won't last. this guy is telling the truth.

[@weichiwoocheng]

I've literally never seen or used the thing. Here's my detailed experience and review.

[@eunoiavision7567]

He's right. The interesting thing about hexclad pans, is that the teflan flakes off in the tiny valleys, so that the design of the hex just becomes all silver (instead of silver peaks and black valleys) like the base of the pan. Which begs the question, why not just leave off the teflon?

[@deborahlanemcguire4315]

Kudos! I love straight-up honest reviews. Yours are among the best I've ever seen. I've learned so much from watching your videos. Thanks to you, I'm now a carbon steel/cast iron fan. I cringe to think of how much money I've wasted on non-stick pans.

[@TheAlphapuck5280]

Same. I use the Carbon Steel pans from Sur La Table. LOVE THEM and super affordable.

[@Cook-Culture]

Thank you. So happy to know that you find them useful

[@Cook-Culture]

Good on you!

[@colag1966]

REALLY??? YOU TRUST IN A GUY THATS DOING A REVIEW ON SOMETHING HE HAS NVR TRIED AND OR OWNED.. THATS KINDA LIKE TRUSTING THAT CAR DEALER SELLING YOU A CAR HE REALLY KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT AND YOU DRIVE OFF AND THE MOTOR BLOWS.. SO YA, GO RIGHT AHEAD AND TRUST AN IDIOT THATS DOING A REVIEW ON SOMETHING HE HAS NVR OWNED, USED OR COOKED ON . I HAVE SOME LAND TO SELL YA.. CALL ME TRUST ME

[@TheAlphapuck5280]

@@colag1966 either you are 80 years old or an asshole using all caps.

[@honestnewsnet]

What do you think of ceramic? Have you done a video on ceramic?

[@hepgeoff]

I always find it funny when a new non-stick pan comes out claiming it will last a lifetime, and commercials showing someone using a mixer on the surface, as if they're indestructible. Very misleading. I have a stainless steel saucepan I inherited from my mother that she got for her wedding back in the early 50's, and we still use it today. You will never be able to say that about a non-stick pan. Thanks, Jed, for more excellent content!

[@Cook-Culture]

Great to hear, Geoff. Thanks for the support!

[@woodstream6137]

My concern with these blue, red, copper, hex pans is the construction materials. They may advertise PTFE free, etc but how do we know this isn't just version 2 of the same cover-up and what kind of waste products are being generated?

[@Cook-Culture]

Unfortunately there is no way to trust the chemical companies but we can be sure that the pans will wear out quickly and become garbage.

[@woodstream6137]

@@huitrecouture are you sure? Google a few brands and see what you find. Hexclad admits to using ptfe, others like Gotham steel and red copper claim to be ptfe free. We'll never know what's behind the curtain. Any other fake outrage you need to let go of?

[@kham634]

I saw these at costco a few years ago before they blew up and even then I could tell that they were just a gimmick. Nothing beats a good set of stainless steel, carbon steel and cast iron!

[@dramatticdad7644]

Here is my review for something I have never used. Yikes bud.

[@Cook-Culture]

If you've used one non-stick pan you've used them all. Same results.

[@DolceArdore]

So… toxic coating + you need to season it too…. sounds like the worst of both worlds

[@Cook-Culture]

haha!

[@Cyfkycdrycvkb]

So what's the best material for close to non-stick performance?

[@Cook-Culture]

Many people start with and get great results from carbon steel.

[@relmore256]

It’s so nice to see someone taking their information from the internet vs. using the product. The internet truly is the greatest resource for accurately reporting things. I can’t wait to see your flat earth review.

[@Cook-Culture]

Howdy, if you had watched the entire video you would have learned why I made this video but here is the recourses need to understand why Hexclad, and all coated pans, are garbage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@sirwixalotful]

How can you say you don’t like them and you don’t have any to try and you’ve never tried them thumbs down thanks for nothing

[@Cook-Culture]

Pretty easy. Watch these: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqokn6cjcR3h6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@brightmoon7132]

I completely agree, and when I saw that the price for one skillet is 130$ plus 50$ for the lid I knew something is shady. Just another "as seen on tv" scam. I must say though, I have never understood why people want non stick cookware anyway. Give me a stainless pan and a can of cooking spray and I can do anything anyone can do with a non stick pan. The only difference is the stainless will last a lifetime. 😉 Thank you for the review, hopefully it will help keep peop!e from getting scamed.

[@Cook-Culture]

Thanks. Hopefully.

[@loydferrier3865]

BTW the hexclad has a lifetime warranty, again know the product you are talking about

[@Cook-Culture]

@@loydferrier3865 Hi, this is EXACTLY what I spoke about in the video. Take a look at the 'lifetime' warranty. I'm sure it's nothing that you think it is. hexclad.com/pages/warranty

[@waynesmith6393]

@@loydferrier3865 did you just skip the video and go to the comments to be angry?

[@CHMPro]

@@loydferrier3865 they don't cover your negligence.

[@falconflyer317]

What a crappy “review”. News flash: it’s not a review if you don’t use the product. Also a “I know how these are made and they suck” is also not a review. Oh and I’ve used what you recommended and hated it. Get off your pretentious high horse for a moment.

[@phipag1997]

Totally agree.

[@topfuelfan]

Glad I watched this. Not buying the hype even though Gordon Ramsey is seen with this pan in something or another. Heading back to the carbon steel pan search. Just something to bake a good burger on that will take the heat. I mainly use my non stick for low temp stuff like omelets.

[@da900smoove1]

I went to the website several months ago and almost choked when i saw the prices because i stumbled into a Home Goods-TJ Maxx, and Marshalls during the Holidays and brought myself about 16-17 pieces of Viking 3ply Stainless Steel cookware over 4 weeks. I spent roughly $320-350 and then found some All-Clad Anodized Nonstick items (8) too......add in a Dutch oven and all told i spent a total of maybe $550 on loose free stock barely defective would not pass inspection or damaged in shipping return items

[@olivertwisted]

Those $25-$40 Viking tri-ply stainless pots and pans at Home Goods are a crazy good buy. I replaced a bunch of assorted crap with those last year.

[@kellyname5733]

I did the same at Home Goods. Bought Brandani thin cast iron pans some with non stick other without any coating. I seasoned the non stick pans with Ghee, 3 times at 400 degrees and they are now non stock. Still need non stick sauce pans. I bought many pans over a month period at different locations, I think 9 or 10 pans. Im never buying pans as long as I live cuz I have so many. Love it!. Dont think anyone makes them cast iron sauce pans??

[@ishaa5948]

Yes, they have some nice cookware at Ross too. I'm going to have to take a look at TJ Maxx.

[@ArcolaBridge]

I love my 17-in matfor Bourget carbon steel frying pan, it's a true Wonder. But I do have a very large All-Clad non-stick pan as well, it's just simply convenient for cooking eggs with a bit of water. Sadly carbon steel seasoning will be ruined if you put water in it.

[@Cook-Culture]

If your seasoning is strong enough water will be great!

[@hepgeoff]

Water has never ruined the seasoning on any of my carbon steel pans.

[@ArcolaBridge]

@@hepgeoff I do an intensive seasoning with avocado oil about five times letting the pan cool completely in between seasonings. Avocado oil is the best oil I've done this with, much better than grapeseed oil. If I put water in it the season comes off.

[@hepgeoff]

@@ArcolaBridge Interesting. I'm not sure why that would happen.

[@ArcolaBridge]

@@hepgeoff oil and water don't mix and when you boil them together water wins.

[@davidlam6177]

Thanks for this! The hill valley and the coating explanation was extremely helpful. I’ve known now any true nonstick surface will wear out and all the limitations on it. It’s better to get a cheap average one and replace every couple of years. Glad to know this would suffer the same issues.

[@Cook-Culture]

Hi David, better yet, get yourself a carbon steel pan, season it, get the same results as nonstick, and never replace your pan

[@sarachan]

@@Cook-Culture Regarding carbon steel, is it normal to wipe off brown residue after cleaning and drying over heat (before wiping a thin layer of oil)? Is it my seasoning coming off or is it rust and residual oil? Is it harmful to cook with next time?

[@26-CJ]

@@Cook-Culture thanks for your video. I have never used carbon steel pans. Could I ask what brand you would suggest for me. Also the other comment in this thread the person asks about brown residue after cleaning and drying their pan. Is that normal? I have seen someone on KZbin show that eventually their carbon steel pan was all black after many uses. Thanks in advance. Will subscribe If I get a reply.

[@williemills2657]

Thanks. You saved me the $179 I was about to drop on thier WOK. I will just get a traditional one and season it.👍

[@Cook-Culture]

That will last you forever and give you excellent results!

[@sarahmcalpine2058]

You are a good man for doing this one, kind sir. Thank you for "sticking your neck out" on the subject. 💯👍👍

[@Cook-Culture]

My pleasure! Thank you for the support.

[@TomCelar]

“I havent touched it,” then shut up.

[@zoopnfunk]

Reviews product without trying product: 🤣🤣🤣

[@Cook-Culture]

Fully. There is no need to buy garbage to tell that it's garbage. This pan is made to be disposable.

[@troywilliams4954]

This is ridiculous! You have a credibility problem. How do you expect anybody to listen to what you say in a video if you have not tried the product?? You sound like someone who say they have been to Mars, not physically however, but read and studied all there is to know on Mars!!!

[@bakk.]

@@troywilliams4954 Because the product is made with PTFE, which he has tried and done extensive research about. PTFE coatings are guaranteed to wear down over time. That is a known fact.

[@blacksheep7576]

The lifetime warranty is only voided by improper use or maintenance… If you’re using it as intended, when the coating wears off, they’ll replace it.

[@Cook-Culture]

In my experience dealing with companies that have "lifetime guarantees", there is no way to tell if the pan was used at recommended. I have been able to get pans replaced for customers only for the exact same thing to happen a few years latter. The issue here is that ALL coated cookware wears out and becomes garbage so it's wasteful to rely on a brand to replace garbage cookware. Stainless steel, cast iron and carbon steel cookware will last forever and work just as well or better.

[@jeffrbake]

@@Cook-Culture Although not a pan, I use Evariki backpacks that have a lifetime warranty. I send them a picture of the damage, as long as it doesn't look purposeful they replace it no questions asked.

[@Cook-Culture]

I've been questioned about how I can review a product without trying it. Watch these videos and you too will learn how to identify garbage cookware to help you not buy crap cookware. This video is 100% my opinion based on 30 years of industry experience. Anything I say in this video is my opinion of all coated cookware. These videos describe in detail my journey to best understand coated cookware. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqokn6cjcR3h6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@christhompson6010]

Lol...I'm not a scientist but spent 200.00 on a scanpan pot and the sales lady told me it would last forever. 3 years later i'm scraping the food and soaking the thing just to get it cleaned. All i did was boil water for grain like hot cereal. At this point i'm done with nonstick pots. Have already recycle a bunch of these things over the years. thinking of seasoning a cast iron pot so dont have to worry about this anymore

[@Cook-Culture]

@@christhompson6010 Thanks for the comments. That's why I made this critical review, which is not just about Hexclad, but all coated pans. For decades, retailers and manufacturers have told customers a false narrative that if you spend more, the pans will last longer. This is false. You are making a wise choice.

[@balot1976]

Thanks. I was expecting this info but I want to hear it myself from the pro. I was about to buy the 14 pieces.

[@Cook-Culture]

Glad I could help

[@donhgr]

Going on two years they’re awesome pans

[@Cook-Culture]

Great, any non-stick pan should last 2 years. Let me know what you buy when they wear out.

[@vikramshinde9649]

What are your views on Caraway

[@redsand848evo]

If you understand how to use stainless, the All Clad factory deals are the way to go. I've built up a nice set over a handful of their specials.

[@ToukoMuto]

is there a website for the factory deals?

[@jerktrue1741]

These pans suck

[@petepuma7008]

These pans suck, because their manufacturing and customer service suck.

[@edgyguy8240]

Wow... what did Hexclad do to you? Kicked your dog?

[@Cook-Culture]

This is my beef: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqokn6cjcR3h6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@pandoraeeris7860]

My issue is the non-stick coating. They say it's non-toxic, but I'm skeptical.

[@Cook-Culture]

Nothing wrong with being skeptical about chemicals on your cookware

[@pjroyse]

Don’t use nonstick

[@jeremynachbar3205]

So what do you suggest besides cast iron? Some of us cannot cook with cast iron due to hemochromatosis.

[@Cook-Culture]

Uncoated stainless steel?

[@jeremynachbar3205]

@@Cook-Culture I was looking for something for my daily fried eggs. What’s your opinion on something like the La Creuset enameled cast iron? Is it worth the price? Does it last? I have a ton of vintage, great cast iron that I loved… until I found out I have the condition and it’s done a lot of damage to my body.

[@Cook-Culture]

@@jeremynachbar3205 I thought about enamelled for you but am not sure about leaching. I'd guess that it does not...? The quality of Le Creuset is excellent, and I'd also suggest Staub.

[@jeremynachbar3205]

@@Cook-Culture thanks for the info! I will try one of those for the eggs, and go with the stainless for others. I appreciate the advice.

[@johnteske4981]

so yo base your decisions on one review from a guy that has never used them? ooooooo kay

[@chesterwoodring3029]

If Gordon Ramsay made a meal for me I wouldn't eat it if he cooked in hexclad . Humans don't need fireresistant polymers leaching into our meals through ignorant design flaws of cookware. Virginia Dupont c8 toxin Teflon etc.

[@BellaPoodle]

Best pots and pans are LaCreuset. Healthy for our body. I never use non stick coating pans or pots. So unhealthy for us.

[@steelers1588]

So you're reviewing a product you never used and formed a opinion on nothing. how is anybody supposed to take your opinion serious

[@Cook-Culture]

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[@danieljackson-woods6225]

If you haven't used it personally then how can you say it's bad

[@Cook-Culture]

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[@Valentin-oc5nh]

but can i put a seasoned stainless steel in the dishwasher?

[@Cook-Culture]

Best not to. Use a chain mail scrubber

[@Valentin-oc5nh]

@@Cook-Culture 🤣

[@johnteske4981]

these pans are completly dish washer safe. speaking from expirience

[@YouLousyKids]

I'm not sure what the big deal is about needing to replace $40 teflon pans every two decades. "They will wear out!" Yeah, OK. I don't need pans to pass on to my grandchildren.

[@Cook-Culture]

If you could reduce your impact on the planet by .00001%, would you do it?

[@YouLousyKids]

@@Cook-Culture Given how much energy I'll expend seasoning the pans, it probably balances out. But I concede the point, if you'll agree that wasting a pan every few decades is like last on the list of ways to save the Earth. It's like turning the light off if you leave a room, and then you visit Las Vegas and they're expending a million gigawatts to light up Gordon Ramsay's restaurant. Are you making a difference? 🤨

[@colag1966]

R U JEALOUS U CAN'T AFFORD THEM??? I MEAN HELLO!! U HAVE NOT ONE GOOD REASON. AND NEVER HAVE EVEN TRIED IT... OH THATS RIGHT, YOU SOLD PANS FOR A LIVING LMAO SO THATS IT, YOU CAN'T AFFORD. SO MOVE ON DUDE WHOOOOOO CARES WHAT U THINK YOU SHOULDN'T EVEN HAVE AN OPINION, U NVR EVEN USED THEM BEFORE. DUDE, SET DOWN, SHUT UP

[@texaskd51]

Clickbait video

[@Cook-Culture]

What makes it clickbait?

[@jessecanty7367]

I bought Hexclad and go to any site to inform all that these are not even close to indestructible. I have had 3 pans chip and you will eat that crap in your food. I sent one in.. because of a warranty. No problem sent me out a new one and that week it chipped from cooking and dishwasher. Then another chipped, these are complete trash and that's my honest opinion. Do fall for it like me, everyone I know is aware and went as for as social media to inform others of this business and the problems I have had.

[@ml.2770]

I'm not sure I would pass off an opinion based on never using something as a review.

[@Cook-Culture]

These videos describe in detail my journey kzbin.info/www/bejne/imqokn6cjcR3h6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHbKgWlmjdGEqsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH-yi6qvnrOGkMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYeZZmmrhMZ7Zsk

[@neen79]

👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

[@General.Audience]

Best review, you just saved me money 🤑

[@ponce-87]

To make a review on a product you didn't actually use for yourself is completely ridiculous

[@Cook-Culture]

We all have. All non stick pans are the same. That's the point.

[@72Fortis]

My concern with this assessment is that you don’t address the common huge mistakes people make with their cookware, I don’t care how expensive or inexpensive it is. The biggest is not allowing a pan to fully cool after use and just throwing it under water, huge mistake. Secondly, many pans, especially quality ones don’t require being run through a dishwasher which can be a rough environment over time. I just received my hexclad and will judge for myself. Made In and La Creuset were on my watch list as well but were significantly more expensive.

[@Jojje94]

What are your thoughts after using the Hexclad for ~2 weeks?

[@Cook-Culture]

Howdy, the biggest mistake people make with coated cookware is high heat. That's what kills the surface. Unfortunately most everyone cooks at a higher heat that the surface can take and in a few years the surface is toast.