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Cost

Price

$27

$40

$58

$280

$340

$210

$799

$429

$120

$99

$300

$25

$570

$600

$710

$280

$650

$179

$399

$825

$320

$379

$280

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Type

Dutch oven

Bread oven

Dutch oven

Bread oven

Dutch oven

Bread oven

Dutch oven

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating

77%

85%

70%

71%

69%

76%

84%

86%

81%

71%

79%

76%

77%

86%

82%

88%

82%

83%

73%

68%

70%

74%

77%

83%

Performance score

90%

100%

80%

85%

92%

90%

100%

97%

92%

93%

90%

100%

90%

100%

95%

97%

92%

95%

90%

93%

98%

Brown rice score

100%

80%

90%

80%

100%

85%

100%

90%

95%

85%

100%

90%

100%

Bolognaise score

85%

75%

80%

100%

85%

100%

90%

85%

100%

90%

85%

95%

100%

85%

90%

95%

Oven baked bread score

85%

100%

85%

95%

85%

100%

85%

90%

85%

100%

85%

100%

95%

100%

85%

100%

Chilli beef score

95%

80%

Not tested

95%

Not tested

100%

95%

Not tested

85%

100%

Not tested

95%

85%

95%

Ease of use score

68%

75%

63%

62%

53%

67%

73%

77%

70%

57%

70%

65%

68%

77%

80%

73%

60%

50%

53%

63%

67%

73%

Boil time (min:sec)

4 min 10 sec

3 min 36 sec

4 min 8 sec

3 min 47 sec

4 min 50 sec

4 min 1 sec

4 min 20 sec

3 min 35 sec

3 min 17 sec

3 min 46 sec

3 min 48 sec

3 min 50 sec

3 min 47 sec

3 min 48 sec

4 min 5 sec

3 min 34 sec

3 min 27 sec

3 min 45 sec

3 min 24 sec

5 min 24 sec

3 min 46 sec

3 min 12 sec

3 min 46 sec

Comments

Good points

Limited wear and tear of pot rim, only slightly dented.
OK size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
Round shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
5 year warranty.

Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Large sized stainless steel lid handle.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Round shaped bread oven is easy to clean in a domestic sink.
5 year warranty.

Limited wear and tear of lid edge after durability testing.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
OK size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Round shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.

Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
Oval shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Bakelite and stainless steel knobs provided.
25 years warranty.

Large 6.3L capacity.
Features spikes inside the lid, this may help with self basting when roasting meats.

Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability test.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Suitable for indoor and open-fire use.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Round shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.
The black exterior wonÂt show oil stains or marks that are a natural result of baking.

Only slight wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Good gap to grip knob on lid, when using an oven mitt.
Excellent cooking performance score.

Bread oven but can also be used on the cooktop.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability test.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Limited lifetime warranty.
Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side pot handles with fairly sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth dark coloured interior easy to clean, the base has smooth ridges may require extra attention.
Round shaped bread oven easy to clean in a domestic sink.
2 silicon oven mitts included.
The black interior wonÂt show oil stains or marks that are a natural result of baking.

Accessories included; silicone oven mitts and a wooden spoon.
30 day home trial.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
Good gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side pot handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Claims food safe SGS tested FDA approved.
Fairly comprehensive instructions with tips as well as online.
Lifetime warranty.

OK size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean, lid easy to clean.
Self basting spikes in the lid.

15 years warranty.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability test.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Lid handle is moulded onto the lid, no screw.
Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side pot handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Raw cast iron body and lid ok to clean if food not baked on.
Rough black coloured interior ok to clean, lid easy to clean.
Self basting spikes in the lid.

30 years warranty.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
OK size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean, lid easy to clean.

Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability testing.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
Good gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Round shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.

Bread oven but can also be used on the cooktop.
Lifetime warranty.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability test.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Smooth lid edges on lid handle are comfortable to grip.
Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side pot handles with fairly sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Satin black coloured interior easy to clean, if food not baked on.
Black exterior has a slightly rough feel ok to clean if food not baked on.
Round shaped bread oven is easy to clean in a domestic sink.
Manufacturer claims the satin enamel interior develops a patina over time to enhance baking performance.
The black interior and exterior wonÂt show oil stains or marks that are a natural result of baking.

Lifetime warranty.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented after durability test.
Limited wear and tear of lid edge.
Smooth edges on lid handle are comfortable to grip.
Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side pot handles with fairly sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Oval shaped Dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.

Limited wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Good gap to grip knob on lid, when using an oven mitt.
Excellent result for brown rice.

Cast iron handle on lid will not weaken overtime.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Features spikes inside the lid, this may help with self basting when roasting meats.

Limited wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Good gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Fairly comprehensive instructions online.

Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Limited lifetime warranty.

Self basting spikes in the lid.
Comprehensive instructions as well as online.
Enamel cast iron handles are secure as they are moulded to the bowl.
50 year warranty.

Good gap to grip knob on lid, when using an oven mitt.
Features spikes inside the lid, this may help with self basting when roasting meats.
Black interior hides the staining caused by baking and roasting.

Good size gap between handle and lid, easy to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Good sized side handles with sufficient gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Self basting spikes in the lid.
Enamelled cast iron body and lid easy to clean if food not baked on.
Smooth light coloured interior easy to clean.
Round shaped dutch oven fairly easy to clean in a domestic sink.
20 years warranty.

100 year guarantee.
Comprehensive instructions as well as online.
Cast iron handles on the pot are secure as they are moulded to the bowl.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented.
Made in Australia.

Lifetime warranty.
Fairy comprehensive instructions as well as online.
Cast iron handles on the pot are secure as they are moulded to the bowl.
Easy to grip the lid and side pot handles when using an oven mitt.
Lid can be used directly on the stove top to chargrill or use to roast on in the oven.
Limited wear and tear of pot rim, slightly dented.

Bad points

Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a Philips head screw driver.
Moderate wear and tear of lid edge, enamel chipped.
Handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.

Lid handle thread may weaken.
Moderate wear and tear of lid edge, enamel chipped.
Lid handle can twist and can loosen easily, can be tightened using a philips head screw driver.
Hard edged handle slightly uncomfortable to grip.
The domed lid is heavy, with a low-profile base that is lighter.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.

Significant wear and tear of enamel on the pot rim, some small chunks of enamel removed.
Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle can twist and can loosen easily, can be tightened with a flathead screw driver.
Handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Side handles do not have a sufficient enough gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Only 90 day warranty.
Side handles can become dangerously hot.

Moderate wear and tear of pot rim, enamel chipped after durability test.
Moderate wear and tear of lid edge, enamel chipped.
Lid handle sits fairly close to top of lid, only OK to grip when wearing oven mitt.
Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle can twist and loosen easily, can be tightened with a Philips head screw driver.
Slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Poor gap between handle and lid, difficult to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Small sized side pot handles with only OK gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.

Threading on lid knob can wear causing knob to twist and become loose.
Significant wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Large, heavy pot can be awkward to clean in a domestic sink.
The edge of the pot does not make contact with the hot plate, which may cause uneven cooking.

Wire handle on lid is uncomfortable to grip.
Lid handle sits too close to top of lid, difficult to grip when wearing an oven mitt.
Small sized side pot handles with minimal gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Very small sized side pot handles with limited gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Slightly rough raw cast iron exterior, lid only OK to clean, some crevices that can trap residue.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
The wire handle can discolour, looks rusted where it is attached to the cast iron lid. The base can form rust need to dry thoroughly, may need oiling.
Side handles can become dangerously hot.

Possible that threading of knob on lid may wear over time, causing knob to become loose.

Lid handle thread weakened and lid handle came off the lid, OK to screw back on.
Lid handle can twist and can loosen easily, can be screwed back on.
The domed lid is heavy, with a low-profile base that is lighter.

Lid handle knob thread may weaken overtime, lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a philips head screw driver.
Moderate wear and tear of pot rim, enamel has chipped.
Handle has slightly hard edges only OK comfort to grip.
Light interior can show cooking stains.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Crackling on the interior enamel surface may occur overtime.

Significant wear and tear of enamel on pot rim, large chunk of enamel removed from pot rim.
Significant wear and tear of enamel on lid, large chunk of enamel removed.
Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a Philips head screw driver.
Handle has slightly hard edges only OK comfort to grip.
Large round shaped Dutch oven is only OK to clean in a domestic sink.
Some browning baked on residue may be difficult to remove, need a soft scourer to lift.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.

Handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Black coloured interior can be difficult to determine whether your food is browning in the pan due to the lack of contrast and dark walls.
Oval shaped dutch oven is only OK to clean in a domestic sink.
Interior surface may need oiling after washing, due to discolouring.
Some browning baked on residue is difficult to remove, may need a soft scourer to lift.

Significant wear and tear of enamel on pot rim, large chunk of enamel removed from pot rim exterior and some inside after durability test.
Lid handle thread firm may weaken overtime. Lid handle can twist and can loosen overtime, can be tightened using a flat head screw driver.
Handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Good sized D-shaped pot handles, but no gap for fingers to grip.
Large round shaped dutch oven is only OK to clean in a domestic sink.
Some browning baked on residue may be difficult to remove, need a soft scourer to lift.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.
Side handles can become dangerously hot.

Moderate wear and tear of lid edge, enamel chipped.
Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a Philips head screw driver.
Slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.

Lid handle thread may weaken. Lid handle can twist and can loosen easily, can be tightened using a flat head screw driver.
The domed lid is heavy, with a low-profile base that is lighter.

Lid handle thread may weaken. Lid handle can twist and can loosen easily, can be tightened using a flat head screw driver.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.

Possible that threading of knob on lid may wear over time, causing knob to become loose.

Need to apply a thin coating of vegetable oil after each use.
Cast Iron lid knob becomes hot during cooking.

Lid handle thread may weaken overtime, lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a philips head screw driver.
Lid handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Small sized side pot handles with only OK gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Cast iron black exterior and interior can be difficult to see any baked on residue.
Initial seasoning is a process but fairly easy to do, upkeep is needed overtime such as oiling.
Acidic foods weaken the seasoning avoid cooking these foods until the cookware is very well seasoned.

Lid handle thread weakened, lid handle can twist and loosen easily, can be tightened with a philips head screw driver.
Lid handle sits fairly close to top of lid, only OK to grip when wearing oven mitt.
Small sized side pot handles with only OK gap to grip when using oven mitts.
Reduced interior surface area due to curved corners.
Moderate wear and tear of pot rim, enamel has chipped.
Lighter interior can show cooking stains.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Evidence of crackling on the interior enamel surface.
No basting spikes inside the lid.
Noticeable enamel bubbles that seem to have popped exposing cast iron.
No instructions.

Borderline ease of use.
D-shaped handles on the sides of the lid have limited grip, lid handles overhang the side handles on the bowl.
Can be difficult to grip the lid handles when using an oven mitt.
Lid is heavy.
Significant wear and tear of enamel on handle, large chunk of enamel removed from pot handle but not inside the cooking area.
Lifting with a heavy load may not feel secure.
Lid only OK to clean, there are some crevices that can trap residue.
Black interior can be difficult to determine whether your food is browning in the pan due to the lack of contrast and dark walls.
Large heavy round shaped Dutch oven is only OK to clean in a domestic sink.
Interior surface may need oiling after washing, due to discolouring.
Initial seasoning is a process but fairly easy to do, upkeep is needed overtime such as oiling.
Acidic foods weaken the seasoning avoid cooking these foods until the cookware is very well seasoned.
Lid handles can become dangerously hot.

Possible that threading of knob on lid may wear over time, causing knob to become loose.
Moderate wear and tear of pot rim and lid edge after durability testing.
Some grooves and crevices on the inside of the lid can be difficult to clean.
Metal lid knob becomes hot during cooking.
Black interior can also be difficult to determine whether your food is browning in the pan due to the lack of contrast and dark walls.

Significant wear and tear of enamel on the pot rim , some small chunks of enamel removed.
Moderate wear and tear of lid edge, enamel chipped.
Lid handle thread weakened. Lid handle twists easily can be tightened with a Philips head screw driver.
Handle has slightly hard edges, only OK comfort to grip.
Baked on residue may require extra effort to remove.
Acidic foods can stain the light enamel.
Interior enamel can be easily scratched.

D-shaped handles on the sides of the lid have limited grip, lid handles overhang the side handles on the bowl.
The pot does not sit flat on the cooktop surface, moves easily, the cooktop base does not have full contact of the cooking zone.
Can be difficult to grip the lid handles when using an oven mitt.
Lid is fairly heavy.
Smaller side pot handles are only OK to grip especially when the lid is on.
Lifting with a heavy load may not feel secure.
Grey coloured interior can be difficult to determine whether your food is browning in the pan due to the lack of contrast.
Interior surface may need oiling after washing.
Initial seasoning is a process but fairly easy to do, upkeep is needed overtime such as oiling.
Acidic foods weaken the seasoning avoid cooking these foods until the cookware is very well seasoned.
Lid handles can become dangerously hot.
No basting spikes.

Black coloured interior can be difficult to determine whether your food is browning and to see any residue in the pan due to the lack of contrast.
Interior surface may need oiling after washing.
Initial seasoning is a process but fairly easy to do, upkeep is needed overtime such as oiling.
Baked on residue can be difficult to remove.
Acidic foods weaken the seasoning avoid cooking these foods until the cookware is very well seasoned.
Lid handles can become dangerously hot.

Features

Shape

Round

Round dome

Round

Oval

Round

Round dome

Round

Oval

Round

Round dome

Oval

Round

Oval

Round

Dishwasher safe

Yes (but handwashing is recommended)

Not stated

Yes (but handwashing is recommended)

Yes (but constant dishwashing can cause dulling of the enamel finish)

Yes (but handwashing is recommended)

Oven safe (up to °C)

250

260

180 for bakelite knob / 220 for stainless steel knob