8 Best Stainless Steel Cookware Sets You Can Buy – menshealth.com

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Purchasing new cookware can be confusing. But we’re here to tell you that every guy needs a good set of stainless steel pots and pans. They’re perfect for searing steak, cooking meals evenly, and they look great too. Of course stainless steel requires more scrubbing, but a little bit of Bar Keeper’s Friend will keep them looking shiny and new.

Not sure which set is right for you? We scoured reviews to find the best nonstick cookware sets for any price range and cooking ability.

1

T-fal Ultimate Stainless Steel Copper Bottom Set

This beautiful set is made with copper on the bottom to help spread from the center out, resulting in more even cooking. You’ll get a steamer plus pans in every size, including a large dutch oven to make family-sized meals.  

2

Cuisinart 77-7 Chef’s Classic Stainless 7-Piece Cookware Set

Perfect for the guy who just needs a few basics, this set is a steal at less than $60. The “Cool Grip” handles won’t get scorching hot, and the tapered rims make pouring soups and sauces mess-free. 

3

Calphalon Classic Pots and Pans Set, 10-Piece Cookware Set

Making dinner is a breeze using this set designed with time-saving hacks like fill lines for easy measuring and lids with built in holes to strain liquids. The spouts and lids with the built in colander holes are just awesome,” exclaims one Amazon reviewer who plans on gifting this set to family. 

4

KitchenAid 10 Piece Tri-Ply Cookware Set

Rated the most user-friendly set by Good Housekeeping, these pans feature stay cool handles and are easy to clean. In fact, you can even throw them in the dishwasher. 

5

Anolon Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel 12-Piece Cookware Set

This set gets high marks from users for its easy clean up, durability, and, even heat distribution. “This cookware is built to last,” writes one happy Amazon reviewer. 

6

All-Clad Brushed Stainless Steel Cookware

At-home chefs who want to splurge on high-quality cookware can’t go wrong with this 10-piece set from All-Clad. These pots and pans are made with stainless steel and conductive aluminum for even cooking. Plus, All-Clad uses a stick-resistance finish so you won’t waste time scrubbing away food particles. There’s even a lifetime warranty so you can cook with confidence. 

7

Tramontina Gourmet Stainless Steel Set

Tramontina

$710.00

$306.94 (57% off)

This set will last you for years and even transform the way you cook, according to Amazon reviews. One customer says, “I ‘review’ very rarely but this pan deserves 5 stars.” The reviewer was wowed by the quality of this set, which comes at a fraction of higher-end brands. “This pan is every bit as nice as the very expensive ones, very substantial and well shaped,” they write. 

8

HOMI CHEF 14-Piece Nickel Free Stainless Steel Set

Stock your kitchen while on a tight budget with this HOMI Chef  collection. You get 14 pieces, including cooking utensils, large pot, sauce pan and frying pan. Customers rave about the customer service and care tips provided by the company. 

Melissa Matthews
Health Writer
Melissa Matthews is the health writer at MensHealth.com and has written for Newsweek, Men’s Fitness, Inc.