Cuisinart 622-24 Chef's Classic 10-Inch Nonstick-Hard-Anodized, Open Skillet

Finally wore out my previous skillet. This one looks the same, so far so good. May it last as long.

This review is not just a review for the Cuisinart 622-24 10" Non Stick Skillet I purchased on Amazon for $25.95, but also of the Cuisinart 10" Non Stick Skillet purchased from TJ Max that looks almost identical with part number 6622-24PP for $16.99 before tax. We've had an older 622-24 for several years now (over 5) and my wife wanted to get a new one because the old one had been scratched up enough that the non stick coating wasn't working as good as it once did, plus she just likes things that look new. I first went to TJ Max because sometimes you can get good stuff there for much less and found the pan that looked identical, but with a different part number on the pan. I wanted to see how different the cheaper pan from TJ Max was and bought it for comparison, but will be returning that pan because the one with part number 622-24 to me seems like a better pan and worth the extra $9. Just looking at them side by side you can't tell a difference, but when I weighed them the 622-24 pan purchased on Amazon was a little heavier. (34.53 oz versus 32.35 oz) The 622-24 seems like it is also just a smidge thicker when looking at them side by side. The main thing I noticed was the pan from Amazon has a label on the pan itself that says Quantanium which is supposed to be a premium coating so you can use metal utensils with the skillet. The one from TJ Max doesn't say that or has the sticker. The packaging sleeve with all the marketing material is similar and goes over all the same features, but have different presentations. The main Title difference is the 622-24 has "Chef's" in the title were the other does not which I'm assuming is because of the added Quantanium coating and reason the pan is a little over 2 oz more in weight. So now that you know that lets talk about the 622-24 pan performance. It has been a trusted skillet we've used for over 5 years and has impressed us enough to purchase another one to replace the one we use all the time nearly every day. I contemplated trying the new Ninja Cookware, but it is more money and figured I'd stay with what we know and what we've used for years so we don't have to change our cooking routines. We still use the old pan, but not for delicate items or items were we think it will be difficult to clean afterwards. The nonstick coating holds up well, but the pan will scratch over time despite the Quantanium marketing addition. The pan has a nice weight and look to it, but not as nice as other higher priced pans. Heat distribution is good too and will evenly cook an egg quickly and evenly. I do believe the cheaper pan from TJ Max will do just as good, but may not last as long. That is strictly my opinion though as I haven't cooked with it. I did want to add one more thing regarding my purchase on Amazon for the 622-24 pan I purchased. When it came in it had a scratch on the side rim of the non stick coating. Considering it will likley get a scratch like that in the future I decided to keep it instead of requesting a replacement, but did contact customer service and they were willing to give me a small discount on the pan because of the scratch which I am very appreciative of and also why I try to purchase everything from Amazon, because their customer service is really second to none in that respect. Well over 95% of the time they have met or went above my expectations with any issue I've ever had with anything. The key is to report it to them as quickly as possible. Hope this review helped someone and gave many the difference between the two pans because beforehand I couldn't find any info on the 6622-24PP skillet from TJ Max. Thanks!

I think I have finally found a frying pan I can love!

I did a lot of research before buying this pan back in 2007. It was rated as the best non-stick frying pan by Cooks Illustrated and was better than some other pans at twice the price. I love this pan so much, I have two of them now. The rivets have changed (smaller and different material) since I bought the first pan, but I can't say that it seems to make any difference. The 10" pan is a good size for cooking many things and the shape makes it easy to flip without utensils. The anodized material heats evenly, is just the right thickness and isn't too heavy.Handles and rivets are still in perfect shape and there's been no warping or peeling. Despite the claim that you can use metal utensils on this pan, I have never used metal or wooden utensils and only use a silicone spoon to avoid scratching it. I also have the Multiclad stainless 10" pan without any nonstick for those times I know I'll be using metal utensils. A couple years ago, I dropped a heavy pan onto the non-stick surface and it dented the surface, but even with the dent, it still hasn't flaked off or lost it's non-stick properties. I use a non-stick safe sponge to clean it and have never put this in the dishwasher. When the bottom of the pan or the area around the handle gets dirty, I use Barkeeper's Friend and a green scouring pad to clean these areas, but only these areas. I even use thin sheets of foam material to keep the pans from scratching one another when I stack and store them. In other words, I take very good care of them.I have a gas stove and usually cook at a fairly high heat setting. However, my gas stove doesn't get nearly as hot as some electric stoves and perhaps that's why my pans have lasted over 5 years now and still look almost brand new. Check out the image I posted of my used pans. I suspect that those people who've given this pan poor reviews because it loses it's non-stick or had it start flaking off have heated the pan way too hot. I know I've ruin a couple of non-stick pans, including an All-Clad, by doing that. If you don't overheat this pan and take reasonably good care of it, it should last you many many years.

This skillet is made out of aluminum, has about ~5 mm thick body which distributes heat uniformly, including walls. Compared to Cuisinart 722-24NS model (purchased together), this skillet is better for warming you food. However, it comes without cover, and this is a problem - how do you warm your food up without it?This skillet is good for frying as well, it is not sticky, and a small piece of oil will make you sure that you will be able to get your food from the skillet. Handle is pretty long and stays cold but, as for me, it is tooooo long, I have a problem to place the skillet into my dishwasher.Overall, it is a good skillet for casual usage.

For the first time in my life, (am quite Senior) I am going to be paying strict attention in using it, only wooden spatula, paper towels in it when storing and nothing touching the inside surface. "An Ounce of Preventation". I have never bothered before, cooking obviously not my strongest feature, would rather be Painting! This is so nice a d I do not want to be adding any oils or butter to clean up, plus less to ingest. Perfect Purchase. Highly recommend. Most "normal people") would not have to be so careful as I am going to do.