How does this compare to cast-iron griddles?
1610388
I am a huge fan of carbon steel and this is no exception. This warms quicker than cast and is a little less even on heating, but that allows you to take advantage of "hot spots". Only thing I would suggest is to use it on a grill, gas range, or wood cook stove. Not so great on electric ranges but that is what I use. Hope this helps.
1067547
It feels like Cast iron but is smoother heavy anodized aluminum. It works beautifully on a ceramic cooktop that is either off or high temp, otherwise impossible to regulate. It slips a little when shaking pans but you quickly learn to accommodate.
1695709
The term "surgical stainless steel" is nothing but marketing hype and is used to make a product sound like it is something special to people who don't know any better. It really has no meaning with regards to something like cookware. It is stainless steel. The griddle works great. I bought it for an RV because I didn't want the weight of cast iron. But I like the way it cooks so much that I went back and bought another one for home.
1922969
Cast iron woks take a long, long time to get hot. Had one and did not like it. Steel is better and 14 inches is more than enough for two.
2084600
It's a little bit lighter (not much), easier to season, has a smooth surface for cooking, which makes it clean up quicker, and just seems to cook better. Easy to use and clean--I haven't used my cast iron once since buying it.
286368
Three reasons: 1) The obvious answer, more pig iron (iron and steel mixture) by volume thus more cost. 2) Volume runs are cheaper because as a manufacturer you get more for your money with high volume when you set up the molds and manufacturing run. Lower volume runs cost more to produce because the setup cost is the same (These larger skillets don't sell in as great volume as the 10 inters- Less people buy them). 3) Remember that Lodge preseasons their cast Iron, see the video on their website. It obviously costs more to preseason larger cookware. Really, for 40 dollars on cookware that will last many generations, this is an incredible bargain, made right here in America.
442655
It does, but I don't recommend the pan: you'll be better served using a Lodge cast iron griddle instead. After 1 year of ownership this is what I've found:Oil runs to the edges of the griddle when it's hot.Some vegetable oils become gummy on this panThe non-stick surface isn't very good and it gets stickier as time goes on.I was a sous-chef and I've been cooking since I was 9 (I'm in my 50's) and know how to handle and care for kitchen equipment (I use All-Clad cookware) but this pan degraded quickly. I don't use it for much anymore and am awaiting my Lodge cast iron griddle, which I should have purchased in the first place. It does, but I don't recommend the pan: you'll be better served using a Lodge cast iron griddle instead. After 1 year of ownership this is what I've found:Oil runs to the edges of the griddle when it's hot.Some vegetable oils become gummy on this panThe non-stick surface isn't very good and it gets stickier as time goes on.I was a sous-chef and I've been cooking since I was 9 (I'm in my 50's) and know how to handle and care for kitchen equipment (I use All-Clad cookware) but this pan degraded quickly. I don't use it for much anymore and am awaiting my Lodge... » Read More It does, but I don't recommend the pan: you'll be better served using a Lodge cast iron griddle instead. After 1 year of ownership this is what I've found:Oil runs to the edges of the griddle when it's hot.Some vegetable oils become gummy on this panThe non-stick surface isn't very good and it gets stickier as time goes on.I was a sous-chef and I've been cooking since I was 9 (I'm in my 50's) and know how to handle and care for kitchen equipment (I use All-Clad cookware) but this pan degraded quickly. I don't use it for much anymore and am awaiting my Lodge cast iron griddle, which I should have purchased in the first place. « Show Less
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Either one is good as long as iron is heated it will work as well as one another. Of course because both are pourus the more you use the better it will work as thew oils will get into pours and make batter slip off better.
1912864
I hear cast iron is good but I am not a fan of them. I love the Calphalon non stick anodized. Cooks evenly and is a great product!
220698
I do not feel any difference in the surface of the Lodge Logic or the Pro-Logic cast iron pans.. I love the way they both cook....
1800705
I don't know how they compare but my husband is very pleased with this grill. It seems to be very sturdy and works great. Good size for food for 2-3 people.
699570
Never having used the other,but it's also cast iron-so just looking at it I noticed first the difference in SIZE about two inches difference which though it doesn't sound like much, is good when considering grilling surface. Also, the other has higher sides which would promote more liquid to stay on the surface -- and make it harder to achieve "grill" effect. But either should work -hope it helps.
1080074
lodge makes a griddle that comes close to fitting this grill. It's a little narrower, but it works and it's cast iron which is a much better surface than this grill came with and you can get it at most Walmart store for about $20.
167260
Hi, Yes I have my Lodge Griddle on my electric stoves elements: Front small element and Rear large element. The Lodge Griddle is Cast Iron and heavy. Frankly it stay there, I use it for direct cooking and inderect cooking with a small skillet. I have other Lodge products and have used them for years. Hope this helps.
1922972
I am not too sure of the difference between this and cast iron. I did have to season it before using. But, it definitely has room to feed 2 people.
19097
Nothing cooking wise when it comes to texture etc. The iron press in my opinon is easier. Just pour in mixture and wait for it to cook on its own. These for sure come out nice and thick!
880870
I've grown up using cast iron cookware...remember my grandmother and great-grandmother using nothing but cast iron on the old wood stoves... I'd recommend the 7qt - especially if you plan on only buying one size... SOOO many more options for dinner - and one can NEVER have too much fried chicken, right ?? ;-)