The picture shows a pot holder being used. Does the lid get that hot that you can't handle it without one?
1505604
Yes, it can. It's more the steam heat on that particular item as you press, but the lids that don't have rubber over the handles do get very hot sometimes
996635
The handle on the lid will be hot as will the handles on the aluminum liner. But the cooker is great.
968004
They become hot when left over direct heat. Since I am the principle cook I really enjoy cooking with the set. I do use pot holders because my ceramic cooktop distributes the heat and the handles do become "warm". With that said, I am often using three burners at the same time.
218537
No the way it is designed there is an airspace between the SS exterior wall and the cooking vessel which is heated from the bottom. The lid will get quite hot but the sides are warm that is normal I think.
1597335
The metal stainless steel handle gets hot. Maybe not as hot as you would expect, but it does get hot. You do need to lift it with a hot pad. Of course all this depends on how long the pot is set on a hot burner. That said. this family loves the three pots we own. They do a great job evenly distributing the heat and are easy to clean. They also look great. I would not hesitate buying this pot again. (The heat on the handle is no big thing to us and the SS handle is very durable.) (We also have Lifetime Cookware we bought many years ago. From time to time they do need service in the form of new handles and knobs. However, you can grab them with no hot pad.)Marcia Bahr The metal stainless steel handle gets hot. Maybe not as hot as you would expect, but it does get hot. You do need to lift it with a hot pad. Of course all this depends on how long the pot is set on a hot burner. That said. this family loves the three pots we own. They do a great job evenly distributing the heat and are easy to clean. They also look great. I would not hesitate buying this pot again. (The heat on the handle is no big thing to us and the SS handle is very durable.) (We also have Lifetime Cookware we bought many years ago. From time to time they do need service in the form of... » Read More The metal stainless steel handle gets hot. Maybe not as hot as you would expect, but it does get hot. You do need to lift it with a hot pad. Of course all this depends on how long the pot is set on a hot burner. That said. this family loves the three pots we own. They do a great job evenly distributing the heat and are easy to clean. They also look great. I would not hesitate buying this pot again. (The heat on the handle is no big thing to us and the SS handle is very durable.) (We also have Lifetime Cookware we bought many years ago. From time to time they do need service in the form of new handles and knobs. However, you can grab them with no hot pad.)Marcia Bahr « Show Less
1342752
Yes, but for some reason, one of my lids, the handle gets hot. I have a feeling that it was a fluke, none of the others do.
1439856
You could with a pot holder or glove, however it was not designed for this use and would get hot and may permanently heat discolor.
477090
No, but the further down you go on the handle it will get hot. And one other thing to keep in mind, the inside of the pot the finish comes off. I returned the one I bought because of this problem.
924746
We have always used it in the oven otherwise the stone is too hot to deal with. Don't forget your pot holders.
1434409
No problem at all handling pans, pots, and skillets without a holder. Even the large pot can be picked up without mitten, although, if you're cooking something long term on gas, with heat going up beside pot handles could get warm.
857918
It withstands very hot temperatures, well!! However, it's just a habit of mine, to place a pot holder under a casserole dish or anything hot anyway!! This is a wonderful set!!
1643913
I have a handle holder that is more like a quilted potholder. I leave it on the handle of my pan which I use everyday. I like it better than these silicone ones that can get singed by the electric stove burners.
1223011
You don't need to. Just take out of microwave and put lid on it and it will stay nice and hot! I love this thing! I highly recommend!
1186782
In my experience, it depends on how high you're cooking. At normal general temps, the handles on the pots and pans themselves are generally not too hot to the touch, but if you cook with the lids on the whole time, the lid handles will need to be removed using a potholder.
1640678
I do not, I am very careful not to put any thing hot on it, if I do I have a pot holder on the bottom. I do use the extra space while getting everything ready for cooking.
1563320
YES HANDLE STAYS COOL ON STOVE TOP! Have never needed a pot holder. Never put in the oven.WE LOVE THIS PAN AND USE IT OFTEN!
1135244
not really- I always use potholders anyway- the cover does get hot from the steam and cooking. It will be plugged in = in 1 place so you wont be moving it- bu the cover does get hot. After cooking, after you have the food out let it cool properly before cleaning it