– Circulon A1 Series with ScratchDefense Non Stick Stock Pot with Lid, 24cm

I absolutely LOVE my circulon Saucepan, I have been converted to this brand. The non stick is the best I have tried in many saucepans over the years. They are easy to clean by hand, I know they say they are dishwasher safe but can't bring myself to risk putting them in there, so I would rather hand wash them and I think I will have them for decades. The heat distribution is excellent, and the draining lids are a nice touch to make draining much easier. I know these are pricey but I really believe they are worth the price point as the quality is so high.

Took delivery of the pan a couple of days back and as I'm a 'one pot wonder' man, I'm 3 dinners in. First impressions are that it's a good sturdy and solid pan. I purposely did a paella on the first meal and left it well alone and there was absolutely no sticking to the pan. 2nd meal was a stir fry and again no issues. The only thing to be aware of is that the base is really solid and therefore heats up better than other pans. The chicken I've cooked has been tough which never happens, so very likely means I need to reduce the temperature of the pan which saves fuel. We'll give it a couple of months and have a look but so far I really like it.

The Circulon non‑stick pan is a standout in everyday cooking. Its durable, not heavy , scratch‑resistant surface heats evenly and truly lives up to the non‑stick promise—food slides off effortlessly with minimal oil. The pan feels solid, well‑balanced, and easy to clean, making it perfect for everything from quick stir‑fries to delicate eggs.

I bought the Circulon Scratch Defense Saute Pan with Lid 28cm - 4.7L back in March 2025 and purposely withheld my review. I’ve now had a good number of months to use it and can honestly say I wish I’d bought one sooner! Quite simply it is the best non-stick non-scratch pan I’ve ever had (I’m in my 60’s and have been cooking for years)! I’ve used it to sauté and fry, for making soup and stews and wouldn’t be without it. It is a tad on the heavier side but has a cleverly built in grab handle at the front. The graphite pewter finish is stylish and washes well. In fact I loved it so much I purchased the matching 21cm frying pan, use it frequently and hope to add more pieces from the collection in future. Don’t be put off by poor reviews criticising the non-stick surface. It’s superb! Respect the product - ie don’t use cooking sprays as most contain lecithin which can be nigh on impossible to remove once it builds up; wash the pan when cool. In my opinion the Circulon Stratch Defense Non-Stick range of products is top-tier. The cookware is a little pricey but worth it. My only gripe - it’s not possible to buy all of the products as individual items which is a great shame. Surely this option would provide extra revenue for Circulon whilst offering cookware to suit their customers’ preference and purse. I highly recommend this gorgeous range. It’s elegant, effective and an absolute delight to use in the kitchen.

Very good but to small

A heavy duty saucepan that feels sturdy but is not heavy. It heats evenly and quickly and is truly non-stick. Cleaning is extremely easy and done in a few seconds - I sweep a round head Circulon brush around the circular groved inner bottom of the pan. I use the pan on a low heat (electric mark 2) and rarely need more heat except to bring to boil, in which case, electric mark 3 works effectively. I am partial to Circulon and have several but this 18 inch Pewter colour is my new ‘go to’ item for virtually every meal. The cool handle and pouring rim are particularly useful though I think there could be smaller holes (a third set, perhaps?) in the lid that would be much more useful for straining smaller particles like lentils, beans and rice. Highly recommended for functionality, ease of use, durability and safety, it’s very good value for money if you can afford to pay the regular price. I purchased mine at a reduced cost from Amazon returns. I’m on the lookout for the same saucepan in the 16 inch and 20 inch sizes.

Brilliant little pan, non-stick and it *does not* wear off. My goto small pan, and we bought the larger version to be our goto bit pan. Worth the price!

Having given away our large collection of Hackman pans to a family member as we downsize, we needed to replace them with a smaller set. We already have Circulon baking trays and know their quality so this 3-piece set of “ScratchDefense“ pans was an obvious choice. They are said to be, and have proven to be, totally non-stick and highly scratch resistant. They are made of layers al steel and aluminium which makes them very fast to boil and suitable for all hob types including induction. The lids have built-in strainers which work very well – just make sure to keep the lid held firmly on when straining otherwise you vegetables might end up in the sink. They are dishwasher safe but we’d never choose put quality pans in a dishwasher by choice – they are actually ridiculously easy to clean by hand anyway. Highly recommended.

Alles gut. Die Pfanne eignet sich für viele verschiedene Gerichte.

Had this for a few weeks now and the quality of the coating and non-stick ability seem much better than other brands we’ve had in the past (including Tefal, aldi, Kmart) All others seem to have coating start to scratch and peel off after 6-12 months, even using non metal utensils. Here’s hoping that this one lasts longer, seems like it will. Surface wipes real clean after cooking. Looks like you don’t even need to wash it. Also seems pretty light for the size, wish is nice. But still weighty enough to retain heat. Would buy again at this stage.

Very good ok pan

Die Pfanne ist echt super, die Oberschicht sieht sehr gut und kann nicht gekrazt werden.

I picked up this Circulon set to replace my old mismatched pots, and they’ve been working really well so far. The non stick surface is the main thing I noticed. Food releases easily, even thicker sauces, and cleaning them is quick. I usually wash by hand, but I’ve tried the dishwasher and they came out fine. The heat distribution is even, which you can tell when simmering. No hot spots and no burning at the edges. The sizes cover pretty much everything I cook, from boiling pasta to making oatmeal. The straining lids are a nice touch and save me from pulling out a separate colander for small batches. The handles stay comfortable to hold, even when the pot is hot, and the lids fit securely without rattling. I haven’t had any issues with scratching and I’ve used metal utensils a few times without thinking about it. If you want a dependable set of saucepans that feel well made and cut down on cleanup time, this is a good choice. They look nice too, so I don’t mind having them out on the stove.