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Aldi Crofton Cast Iron Enamel Bread Oven review

Aldi Crofton Cast Iron Enamel Bread Oven

CHOICE Expert Rating

85%
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Good points

Good Points

  • 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.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • 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.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
85%
Performance score
100%
Brown rice score
0%
Bolognaise score
0%
Oven baked bread score
100%
Chilli beef score
0%
Ease of use score
75%
Boil time (min:sec)
3 min 36 sec

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Surface temperature of lid knob (°C)
48
Surface temperature of side handle (°C)
68
Weight (kg)
4.7
Weight without lid (kg)
2.1
Stated volume (L)
Not specified
Measured useable volume (L)
0.8
Base thickness (mm)
6
Measured external diameter of base (cm)
18.5
Seasoning instructions before first use
Wash in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
Warranty
5 years
Country of origin
China
Website
aldi.com.au

Cost

Price
$40.00

Features

Shape
Round dome
Dishwasher safe
Oven safe (up to °C)
250
Steam vent
Bowl material
Enamelled Cast Iron
Body material
Enamelled Cast Iron
Lid handle material
Stainless steel
Interior colour
Cream
Lip or spout
None

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