Matty Shellie

Best Stainless Steel Cookware 2024 Ratings. We put well over a dozen skillets to the test to find the best stainless steel pan that could be the reliable workhorse every kitchen needs. Everyone wants a cookware set that does it all;

We studied our equipment reviews to round up recommendations for the best stainless steel cookware, including skillets, saucepans, and stockpots. Stainless steel is more versatile than nonstick cookware because you can cook over higher heat without damaging the pan—critical for getting a good sear on meats.