ScanpanProfessional 11-Inch Fry Pan

I have other Scanpan products. They are wonderful and being able to use metal utensils is a plus

I've been looking for a really good set of pans literally for years. I tried a number of brands and styles and ultimately was dissatisfied in some way - even the expensive ones had something I didn't like. Then when I was checking out a recipe on a cooks site, I saw that the site was sponsored by Scanpan. So as an experiment (and because my old omelet pan was shot), I decided to buy the 9 1/2" Scanpan fry pan. What a great pan! The heft is perfect, the handle well set and easy to hold, the non-stick is truly non-stick (even water just beads up on it), and it looks good on top of it all. I've already ordered the 12 1/4" fry pan and have made a list. I'll be replacing all my pots and pans with Scanpan professional over the coming months. Below are what I see as the pros and cons:Pros:- Great non-stick - when I make omelets, I don't need any butter at all. Burgers, chicken, steak, etc. don't stick at all.- Cleanup - the surface is so non-stick that a simple wipe with a paper towel gets it visibly clean; followed by a little soapy water, and you're done.- Easy to hold - it's well balanced, nice heft, and the handle is well shaped, it's very comfortable to work with.- Even heating - the pan heats up *very* evenly.- A pan I can put in the oven - unlike many non-sticks and many cheaper pans that have plastic handles, you can put all the Scanpan Professional pans in the oven when needed without worry. The pan even came with a little pot holder that slips over the handle for when you use it this way.- The handle doesn't heat up on the stove - even though it's metal and riveted to the pan with large metal rivets, the handle stays cool and comfortable to use.- Looks great - the stainless handle and the all-black pan just plain looks good.Cons:- Dishwasher - while Scanpan calls these pans "dishwasher safe" it's also "not recommended" that you put them in the washer. I tried it once and got a little of the outside black coating to come off - not so it was noticeable, but I got a little bit of black dust on the towel. According to Scanpan, repeated washings will cause spotting and splotching. The good news is that it cleans so easily that it's not a deal killer.- Purchasing - simply getting a hold of some of the pieces can be a challenge. I had to wait nearly 4 weeks for the 12 1/4" fry pan to come in as nobody in the country seemed to have it. Additionally, you're local stores probably aren't going to carry Scanpan, so if you're impatient, you're just going to have to learn to live with waiting for your cookware.- Price - this is not inexpensive cookware. It's not outrageous - lesser brands cost nearly as much - but to outfit a kitchen is going to cost you somewhat over $1k by the time you're done (for what I want, I'm just over $1,500, for example). Do what I do and buy a piece a month or so and it's not that painful though.- Lids - this is a personal choice, so it may not be a con for you, but I like glass lids - not the type Scanpan puts on the classic line, but the type they put on the CTX line. Well, the professional line only has stainless lids. I'd buy CTX lids instead, but the CTX line is *very* limited and they just don't have all the lids I'd need. But, if you like stainless lids, or just don't care, this wouldn't be a con for you.- Rivets - this is both a good news/bad news item - on one hand, the rivets assure that the handle won't come loose; they hold the pan well and make sure you get a long life out of the pan. The bad is that food can collect on them that needs some vigorous scrubbing to come off. So far, I've not needed to use a toothpick to get the food off the perimeter of the rivets, but it wouldn't surprise me if at some point I make something that does require it.So, all in all, this pan is the best fry pan I've ever had and all the other brands I've got are going to be getting donated away over the next few months as I completely replace them with Scanpan products.

This could have been 5 star frying pan if bottom was not so uneven, as you can see in the picture.

Heavy weight, excellent non-stick performance, and even heating.

The bottom of the pot is aluminum (non anodized) which oxidizes and turns your hands black when you wash it. What's worse is that it cross contaminates the aluminum to the inside of your other pots when you stack them. Obviously this is bad for your health.

Product stated that it was new. When I received pan there was no tape on Scanpan box. Skillet looked like a second or reject from line because of discoloration and rings on bottom of pan. Secondly, pan was dirty, not sure if was used. I contacted seller, Restore, just to find out what kind of pan I received because this was the first time owning a Scanpan. Figuring the price was cheap, it might be a second. Seller and I went through a long process of communication where they wanted pics and tracking info. When it came down to the nitty gritty, the Seller quit communicating.Now rating the pan. It is a nice pan. Nonstick. I don't use metal utensils. It never looks clean. It takes a long time to heat up. Cooks somewhat evenly. But my cheap $49 Contemporary Calaphon cooks just as well. The Scanpan is lighter than the Calaphon pan. Even though both pans are the same size supposedly, my Scanpan is smaller.

This replaces a Scanpan I've had for about 8 years, whose surface was looking quite worn. This one is higher quality than the previous one. It's a little heavier and the surface seems more durable. Time will tell. ... We also have All Clad stainless steel frying pans. We're using the Scanpan for many cooking tasks we formerly did in the All Clad, because the Scanpan cooks as well and is easier to clean.

I got an open box pan for a nice savings. It's working as well as a new one would, which means quite well indeed so far. I am using it every day, often more than once. Very solid build, light enough given its durability, and the surface is holding fine. This stays on the stovetop and is so easy to clean with just hot water and a quick wipe; I don't hesitate to use it for a single egg or a complete meal for the whole family. Get it for a nice versatile skillet for many different cooking jobs.

There is nothin I dislike about the quality of this product. It cooks evenly. It is made with a new handle design. I have replaced mine 3 times. Gave on to my sister and it’s her favourite pan too! Check out their San Pan video!

Over the years i have used many non-stick pans as I love cooking. Working with this pan ia such a breeze as it does not take too long to heat. Its thickness helps maintain the temp and makes cooking a breeze. Cleaning the pan is minimal efforts as all the food just slides off the pan. This is the best pan I have used and will consider other Scanpan products too.

Marvellous

I was able to fry some fish filet with it without using any oil! I did keep the temperature to middle only as per instruction which is definitely a cons...Very well build.

I've had many frying pans over the years and this is definitely the best! It really is non-stick but lighter than my previous Gastrolux, which makes it easier to handle being 32cm. It washes easily and although it says it is dishwasher safe, I usually wash by hand.