Deciding between this in the 6 Qt and the 7 Qt Calphalon Sauteuse. Anyone know why this pan is so much more expensive?
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I don't think they make a 7 quart unison. The 3 and 4 quarts are the most popular therefore they retain a higher price. Does this help
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Same rocket solid quality for all Calphalon Unison pans. The main difference is size: Larger size means heavier weight and larger space for storage.
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There is no comparison to the el-cheapo non-sticks. This pan is heavy duty, heats evenly, and is easy to clean. A lifetime warranty makes it way more attractive. I am glad I finally opted to spend the money for high end, quality cookware.
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Purely a function of supply and demand. The market place determines the price.
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This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many years. :)
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Cooking for 4 people, the 6 quart is adequate. I cook for two and it gives me leftovers. But if you plan to cook for 6 or 8 people, I'd get the 8 quart. Or buy the 6 quart and when you have more $$ get the larger size. I wrote an extensive review at ChezBettaydotCom.
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Kate, in my large repertoire of pans and lids, I haven't found one that fits well, this pan is for frying, you could use a screen over it if it spits oil on the stove, but usually you should have the heat turned down low enough to eliminate this.This pan cooks well with low heat.I ended up getting the 5.5 quart French oven which I like a lot better than the frying pan.You can slow cook anything in this pot and it comes out flavorful and tender.I know I got off the subject of the lid, because I couldn't find one, but the French oven is wonderful.
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The dimensions on Amazon are wrong on all 3 sizes of sauté pans. The 3 Qt. is 10.5 Diameter X 2.5 High and weight 4 lb. 4 0z. The 4 Qt. is 11.25 Diameter X 2.75 High 5 lb. 5 oz. and the 6 Qt. is 12.5 Diameter X 5.50 High 6 lb. 6 oz.* w/lids. I thought the sizes seemed off so I went on Williams Sonoma to check.
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Hi JMaine,I bought this pot last Christmas and I am getting another this December. They are great!!! Non-stick (without the unnecessary coating) is more like it. If ever something gets stuck in there, don't you worry. It comes off with one swipe of your dish sponge. If you are considering this pot I recommend that you do make that purchase. They are pricy but you won't regret your money.Good luck and enjoy your Le Creuset pot.
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B. Coomes asks the very same question I have. I got a 12" skillet and sent it back because it was warped in the middle and NOT flat. I now BADLY want this 5.5 qt. casserole to take it's place, but I see negative reviews for it as well, exactly like my review for the 12" skillet. That was exceedingly disappointing! Does anyone with a FLAT cooktop stove have a good review for this pan??????? I'm not ordering until I know that they are not ALL defective, and that I have a good chance with it.
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If you already have a good six quart crock pot that shifts to warm after the programmed time, then yes, I'd save my money. This is a decent cooker but at the end of the day, it's a glorified crock pot that browns and sautes. The only advantage I see about this one is the pot is lighter so it's easier to remove and clean than the heavier crocks, but at the same time, you have to be careful not to scratch the non-stick coating.
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I have both. The 8 qt cooks a lot of food and is probably best for a family of four.
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Thank you for your prompt response. What a bargain the Granite Ware is compared to Le Creuset and other pans!
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I think you are right in that they are trying to keep costs down. But they are already pretty cheap when compared to the "non-stick" pans you can buy now. You'd think there would be plenty of people who wouldn't mind paying the extra cost.
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Bruce, I have no idea where you got those prices. The 12 piece set sells at Sear's for $219.99 right now so your numbers seem high. I paid about $160 before taxes for my 10 piece set, wish I'd got the 12 piece. This cookware isn't magic but it is good, I love using it, highly recommended with the understanding, make the pans hot before adding the food. Good luck
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One has a porcelain cook well $50.99 this is the one I purchased. Clean up is easy and I think cleans up as easily as the stainless steel cook well. This would be a matter of personal choice the stainless steel cook well will probably last longer if you intend to use it a lot. I will use it occasionally and so I went with the less expensive one.
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I dont know if its 7 quarts. It's quite a bit bigger than most crock pots out there. Mine broke and I had to buy this one specifically to fit my KitchenAide model. There weren't great reviews on this bowl and I don't know why. People said it broke easily. Well...hello. It's ceramic and if you bump it carelessly against your granite countertop then yes it will crack, chip or break. I guess people struggled with it because it is bigger. I love it. I could have bought a different crock pot but nothing compares to this one with the bigger capacity and a rubber lined lid that can be removed and washed. I dont know if its 7 quarts. It's quite a bit bigger than most crock pots out there. Mine broke and I had to buy this one specifically to fit my KitchenAide model. There weren't great reviews on this bowl and I don't know why. People said it broke easily. Well...hello. It's ceramic and if you bump it carelessly against your granite countertop then yes it will crack, chip or break. I guess people struggled with it because it is bigger. I love it. I could have bought a different crock pot but nothing compares to this one with the bigger capacity and a rubber lined lid that can be removed and... » Read More I dont know if its 7 quarts. It's quite a bit bigger than most crock pots out there. Mine broke and I had to buy this one specifically to fit my KitchenAide model. There weren't great reviews on this bowl and I don't know why. People said it broke easily. Well...hello. It's ceramic and if you bump it carelessly against your granite countertop then yes it will crack, chip or break. I guess people struggled with it because it is bigger. I love it. I could have bought a different crock pot but nothing compares to this one with the bigger capacity and a rubber lined lid that can be removed and washed. « Show Less
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Ron, as many of the people responding to your question have done, I purchased the 6 Qt. as well. I often downsize my recipes to a serving for 2 or 3 and a great cook book for these recipes is America's Test Kitchen, "Cooking for Two, 2012". There are slow cooker recipes that work great in the larger slow cooker and come out just fine. I purchased this specific Cuisinart because of its oblong shape - makes it easy to cook meat or chicken on skewers. And, with the larger size you are prepared for the eventual times you want to cook a roast or larger meal. Hope this was helpful.
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i have used the 69610 for 5+ years now and expect another 20 out of it. it's designed for temperatures at or below 500 degrees. don't know much about the other one beyond what can be found on amazon. sounds as though the non-stick surface has a different formula. why would that make it $8 cheaper? who knows.
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I really depends on what you are cooking, or for how many, or do you freeze leftovers. I think the 6 quart isi the best for all three. I think this cuisinart size is best because of the options that it gives you. You can cook for one or a party.