11 people have reviewed this model.
| About - Calphalon Contemporary |
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The Calphalon Contemporary is part of the kitchen cookware test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cookware models like the Contemporary are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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A high-end and expensive brand that is available in all materials-nonstick and uncoated stainless steel, and a smaller line in cast iron and copper. It's sold in almost all department stores, specialty stores, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Target, and numerous online retailers. |
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Dishwasher-safe |
Yes |
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Material |
Stainless steel |
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Consumer Reports User Reviews
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I'm not a whimp, but these are heavy!
1/9/2013
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Easy To Clean
Handle Stays Cool
Heats Quickly
Retains Heat
Cons
Heavy / Bulky
Best Uses
Large Kitchens
Comment:
The only two complaints I have for this product is that its too heavy and I think the handles need to be thicker with grip on them. Other than that, the pans are wonderful..just awkward. I'm giving them to my daughter who is younger and has more muscle. LOL
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Worth the hefty price tag
6/25/2012
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Easy To Clean
Non-Stick
Retains Heat
Cons
Handle Gets Hot
Heavy / Bulky
Best Uses
Small Kitchens
Comment:
After one year of almost daily use the pans look almost new and work just as good as when they were new. The glass lids are durable as I dropped mine a couple of times and nothing broke. The pan handles remain hot at the rivet point longer than you think.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
Best non-stick high quality pan
3/16/2012
Pros
Distributes Heat Evenly
Durable
Easy To Clean
Handle Stays Cool
Heats Quickly
Non-Stick
Retains Heat
Cons
Best Uses
Elaborate Meals
Gifts
Large Kitchens
Simple Meals
Small Kitchens
Wedding registry
Comment:
I am a new cook and looked for the best pots and pans for my wedding registry. There are so many good and bad reviews but I found this set to be the best for what i need. I have only bought the 13in fry/saute pan and LOVE it! I cook fish and vegetables everynight. I don't use olive oil and this is the best pan I have owned. I have only used 5x. It says on packaging and directions not dishwasher safe. I use a scrub brush and clean the 13in pan and lid in about 1 min. Easy to clean. Hard to store since it is big and you can't stack pans in it due to scratching. Lifetime warranty! handle doesn't get hot. You pre heat pan before putting food in. food cooks evenly even though this is huge and my flat top stove burner isn't that big. it is a bit heavy but what do you expect for 13in durable pan.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
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User has 10 Days of experience with this product
Calphalon 8-pc. Stainless Steel Contemporary Stainless
03/27/2008
Strength
The stainless steel is really heavy duty. Not easy to scratch.
Weakness
Not easy to take from the cook top when you have a lot of food inside the pan.
I am giving this product the one of the best because the stainless steel is really heavy duty. So, you don't have to worry about broken or scratch. No need to worry about the cancer like other cooking stuff that they put the chemical black surrounding the cooking area. Overall, this is the best product that I never have!
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User has 10 Days of experience with this product
Nice cookware set!
12/12/2007
Strength
Cooks evenly
Weakness
None found
I think this cookwear set is great. My food was cooked very evenly, the handles stayed cool. I would recommend this cookwear set to anyone! This is much better than my nonstick pans.
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