What is the difference between the DeBuyer Iron pan and a cast iron pan?
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it is lighter..you have to cure it and not let it stay wet. Heat pan then place items in pan. The more it is used the darker it gets. I make stir frys , omlettes...I love that it is what a lot resteaunts use. and it is light..not heavy like cast iron. Don't scour it just add salt and recure if it gets a wet place. I rub it with a little peanut oil then leave on my stove
2084600
It's a little bit lighter (not much), easier to season, has a smooth surface for cooking, which makes it clean up quicker, and just seems to cook better. Easy to use and clean--I haven't used my cast iron once since buying it.
1121069
Carbon steel is LIGHTER than cast iron, stronger and, heats quickly. CI holds heat longer. Both can be used in oven. Both are excellent pans and can be used on open flame. Buy one of each I recommend the 10 inch carbon lodge for a good all around kitchen pan.
1723431
Yes. I see no difference from a cast iron pot with a lid and the baker, except the shape of the loaf.
1419772
Dear C.Smith, The only difference will be the spatula. Otherwise the cooking ability is the same. Thank you for allowing us to be of service to you. Sincerely, Tonia D.
89378
The iron skillet is only 1 pan. With this item you can use any pot or pan. It has endless uses.
589636
I believe the material of the grill surface is different-- aluminum vs. cast iron. I've been told that this makes a huge difference.
543162
It's aluminum with a non-stick coating. I would have preferred cast iron, but I'm quite happy with it. Works great.
220700
There is no diff in in the finish that I can see. Please note that that I have both series of pans and both are a treat to work with.
220702
The surface is the same wonderfully nonstick surface, but the shape of the pan and the handle are slightly different and more elegant. For cast-iron, I mean. :)
550588
Can't tell you the difference but can tell you it is the best pan I have ever bought and it is used more than any other pan I own
1792108
No they are different . BUT I LOVE them best set of pand heat even and cook quick. So easy to clean !!! I do not like the tops for cleaning as well but the pans are easy. I do recommend this set.
1922969
Cast iron woks take a long, long time to get hot. Had one and did not like it. Steel is better and 14 inches is more than enough for two.
1728259
TBH, I cook more with cast iron, but I've used my set to reheat soups and such for several months now and have had no issues. Purchased to replace a non-stick set, I really wasn't expecting much because of the price, and I'm pleasantly surprised by how well they perform and clean up. Don't forget to pick up some product like Barkeeper's Friend and they'll look brand new in seconds.
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I can't speak for the others. I can only tell you that ours is definitely cast iron. It's very heavy. We have a glass cook top and it takes a few minutes to heat up, but once it is heated it cooks great! I recommend cleaning it with mineral spirits and then scrubbing it with detergent BEFORE you start to season it. We love ours! Great wok for the price!
1443173
The original is aluminium and the replacement is cast iron. We bought two because of this
699570
Never having used the other,but it's also cast iron-so just looking at it I noticed first the difference in SIZE about two inches difference which though it doesn't sound like much, is good when considering grilling surface. Also, the other has higher sides which would promote more liquid to stay on the surface -- and make it harder to achieve "grill" effect. But either should work -hope it helps.
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I looked at both and I believe it is a matter of design, not function. The materials seem to be identical. In the time I have had these pans (I started with a saute pan to evaluate them) I have been very pleased both with the functionality and the design. This is an expensive investment, that from my early indicators will last many, many years.