Anolon X Hybrid Nonstick

• Cooking evenness: This model was excellent for cooking evenness across the entire cooking surface. We expect all cookware in this set to perform similarly for this and other food.
• Food release: This model was fair in releasing multiple eggs from the frypan. Four eggs are cooked in the frypan consecutively. The pan is initially seasoned with vegetable oil prior to cooking the first egg. An Excellent score indicates that all four eggs slid off the pan without assistance; A Poor score indicates that scraping was needed to release any egg from the pan and some egg residue was left on the pan.
• Nonstick durability: This model was very good at withstanding up to 2,000 strokes using steel wool on the frypan's surface. This is done only on frypans with nonstick surfaces, simulating scraping with metal utensils and abrasive cleaners. This also predicts performance for other nonstick pieces in the set.
• Handle temperature: excellent at keeping temperatures low enough to touch without a potholder when used on the stovetop. You'll definitely need a potholder for sets scoring Fair or Poor. We also consider the size and shape of the handle when scoring.
• Handle sturdiness: this model was good for handle sturdiness, which gauges its resistance to bending or breaking under increasing force.

The Anolon X Hybrid Nonstick is part of the Cookware test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Frying Pan (Nonstick) models like the X Hybrid Nonstick are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Cooking evenness: A high score means the pan heats more evenly across its surface. A top-scoring model cooks food consistently, no matter where it's placed.

Nonstick food release: A high score means food cooked with no oil releases easily from the pan without sticking, making cleanup quicker and easier.

Nonstick durability: A high score means the pan's nonstick surface resists wear and stays effective over time. A top-scoring model keeps food from sticking even after repeated use.