What is the difference between this product and the Calphalon Contemporary Nonstick 12" Everyday Pan?
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You should reference the Calphalon.com website for more information. My understanding though is that the inside cooking surfaces are different. The Unison line uses all nonstick surfacing but has two distinct types: "slide" used in their omelet pans and "sear" used in the everyday pans. The Calphalon Contemporary has a nonstick surface but does not include the "sear" surfacing. If the pan has the sear feature it will be stamped on the bottom. You wouldn't find this on the bottom of an omelet pan because there is no need to "sear" an omelet. This feature is included in some of the Unison pans to specifically sear meats. It is really a great feature and worth the extra in price if you intend to pan-sear your meats. I just used mine tonight to cook some boneless, skinless chicken breasts and as always produced a beautifully seared and juicy meat.
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I bought the unison rather than the contemporary because the unison claimed to be oven safe to 500* F while the contemporary only claims to be safe to 450* I believe. I think the unison just looked like one step up in quality to me.
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I love it. I use it all the time. I have had it over 6 months and it is still like new. There was a local news station that had done a test on non stick pans and this simply calphalon was number one based on performance and price, that is why I bought it. I give it a 10!
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Yes, I have a 12" Calaphalon everyday pan. The lid fits perfectly. Calaphalon also makes a 10". I love the everyday pans as much as I do the GreenPans.
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Hi,This is really a question for the All Clad folks. The marketing didn't distinguish between the two. All I can say is that I think I bought the tri ply SS version, and I really like it. I do note that SS does not cook the same as Calphalon or cheaper teflon pans, and the response of the pan to heat (I use a gas stove) takes getting used to. It is VERY responsive.Robert
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Some of the Calphalon contemporary items are marked "dishwasher safe" both on the packaging and on the bottom of the item -- but there's a major BUT to this. You have to check the size of the item. For example, the 12" skillet, because of its flared sides, won't fit in my dishwasher. I have another item, not sure what it's called, a rectangular griddle pan that fits over two burners, with a similar problem. The handles are angled outwards and that makes it too long for my dishwasher. Smaller items, such as the 10" skillet, do fit and have been repeatedly washed with no difficulty or evidence of damage,
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I think it was the bigger skillet. I have several Calphalon types, two smaller skillets and a large and small sauce pan. I even put them in the dish washer sometimes and they are all excellent pans. I would recommend them to anyone.
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Calphalon's Unison nonstick cookware has been approved by the FDA, but you should know that they do use PTFE to create their nonstick coating.
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I have both the 28 and 12 inch Joyce Chen Pans. The smaller one is great for smaller jobs...veggies, eggs. My husband uses it to make his eggs and loves it...light weight, heats well, and is easy to use. We also have the larger one which is like my everyday pan. I have used it for years for everything from stir-fries, pasta sauces, sautéed chicken dishes, risotto. In fact I have 2 of them. Love these pans.
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I find the nonstick surface to be truly nonstick, comparable to Stonedine cookware and better than Kitchenaid and Cuisinart. I'm very happy with my wok and use it a lot for stir-frying.
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Yes, the T-fal Ultimate hard anodized 12 inch pan is vastly superior to this model in every way (save one). It is 1/2 inch smaller, but much more durable and FLAT. It's also a couple of bucks less.T-fal E93808. Only downside is, it's not induction compatible. For an extra five bucks they sell it with a lid.
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I'm not aware of the 10 and 12 inch pan pricing to appreciate the relative prices. For anything larger than the 8 inch we use a competitors flat surface wok style pan
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Sorry, I don't know. I didn't pay attention when I purchased it. I purchased it because I already had a T-Fal pan that I had received as a gift and I loved and I wanted to get another size. I can tell you they are great everyday pans.
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There is a slight difference in shape of pan. They are all three ply. Some models have copper bottoms and all are usable on indications stove tops. 10 inch pans can be used for omelets while a 12 in is too large for that purpose. However, both sizes are needed in every kitchen.
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I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually a silicone spoon or else the included spoon. I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually... » Read More I've had this for ten years and use it at least five days a week and I'm impressed that the non-stick coating still has only fine scratches. No planned obsolescence here. There are quite a few very fine scratches almost entirely at the curved "corners" at the bottom, still hardly anything either in the center of the bottom or the sides and no peeling of any sheets or areas whatsoever. Far better than my Analon non-stick cookware, for instance. It's a very high quality non-stick surface. No idea what the nonstick coating is made of. I'm careful to only use plastic utensils, usually a silicone spoon or else the included spoon. « Show Less
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I have two - one older (20 yrs) and this newer one you are asking about. Both are Kaiser. Both seem to be the same thickness and cook about the same. I do have to watch the newer one to make sure it doesn't get the crust too dark as it is just a little darker in color. You say your Calphalon is heavier, so you might want to watch the cook time in case it needs adjusting. Also, be careful you haven't bought Kaiser's cheaper version, which looks identical except of the lock; that one is noticeably thinner and isn't worth having. Good luck.
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Same rocket solid quality for all Calphalon Unison pans. The main difference is size: Larger size means heavier weight and larger space for storage.
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Not sure, there are 3 different stir fry pans in the Calphalon line. I suggest you visit a store near you and try the lid on the stir fry pan you have to make sure first, then order it online if that's what you plan to so. There is a contemporary stir fry pan, an infused anodized stir fry pan and a commercial nonstick stir fry pan. Better to be sure before ordering online. May save you the hassle of having to send it back. Just a suggestion. Happy Cooking with your Calphalon....I love mine. :)