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Circulon Steel Shield S Series Open French Skillet 700550 review

Circulon Steel Shield S Series Open French Skillet 700550

CHOICE Expert Rating

88%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Balanced, very light weight.
  • Fairly comfortable, smooth rounded stainless steel handle. Handle tapers for comfort.
  • Full induction base area and sides.
  • Steel peaks protect non-stick grooves.
  • Thick base gives better control of temperature.
  • Fairly comprehensive instructions.
  • Claims to have a non-stick coating that doesn't scratch or flake.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Non-stick capabilities may not perform well, pan may need to be greased.
  • Base of pan may concave during heating causing the food to run to one side.
  • Possible hum when using an induction cooktop.
  • Handle has no non-slip grip.
  • Handle may not be comfortable for a larger hand.
  • Steel peaks on the non-stick coating can discolour.
  • The exterior sides and base are stainless steel, the base has ridges that can trap residue and be difficult to clean, the base and sides can discolour.
  • The area of the handle close to the exterior of the frypan can trap residue.
  • Metal spatula supplied is difficult to use as it can hit the metal peaks when sliding under food.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
88%
Performance score
90%
Durability score
100%
Ease of use score
72%

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Magnet capability (base/edge of base)
/
Flatness of base when heated
Concave
Measured diameter of base (cm)
18.5
Base thickness (cm)
0.5
Weight (kg)
0.91
Country of origin
Thailand
Website
circulon.com.au
Recommendation for metal utensil use
Yes (but not sharp-edged utensils)

Cost

Price
$180.00

Features

Body material
Stainless steel
Handle material
Stainless steel
Dishwasher safe
Yes (handwashing recommended)
Induction compatible
Oven safe
Yes (up to 260°C)
Non-stick lining
Lid
Sides (angled, curved, straight)
Curved

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