Meet the new center of attention. The HexClad Dutch Oven takes top-of-the-line cooking performance and adds (and subtracts) where it counts. This 5-quart showstopper is half the weight of traditional Dutch Ovens, giving you maximum maneuverability to go along with HexClad durability. Patented Hybrid technology quickly and evenly distributes heat for perfect casseroles, roasts, breads, and braises — and makes it cinch to clean (by hand or in the dishwasher). The mirror-finished stainless-steel lid seals in moisture and flavor for superior stews, sauces, and simmers. There aren’t many pots in your kitchen that can do this many things — and look this good doing it.
Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 11 reviews)
Carter★★★★★
I've been using it for a few weeks now, and the heat distribution is incredibly even across the entire pot. It’s noticeably lighter to lift than my old cast iron, but still feels sturdy and keeps food hot at the table. No sticking issues so far, even with some sticky sauces.
Isabella★★★★★
I was honestly surprised by how much lighter this is than my old cast iron pot—lifting it with one hand feels effortless now. The tight-fitting lid seals in steam perfectly, making braised short ribs turn out incredibly tender.
Miles T.★★★★★
Browning a big batch of beef stew meat was so much easier than with my old cast iron—this pot conducts heat evenly without any hot spots. The lid fits tight enough that I barely had to add extra liquid during a two-hour braise. My only surprise was how easy it is to lift with one hand; it really is half the weight I'm used to.
Alexander M.★★★★★
I was skeptical about a lighter dutch oven, but this 5-quart beast sears meat just as well as my cast iron and is way easier to handle. The lid fits so snugly it practically locks in steam for soups.
Timothy★★★★★
The deep, even walls really hold heat well; my stew simmered perfectly after just a short preheat. It's noticeably lighter than my old cast iron pot, which makes lifting it with one hand a breeze. Very happy with this purchase.
Ruby★★★★★
Pulled this out of the box and immediately noticed how much lighter it is than my old cast iron pot—the handles stay surprisingly cool on the stove, too. Made a batch of chili that simmered evenly without scorching the bottom.
Avery P.★★★★★
Just made the most tender pot roast I've ever had, and clean-up was a breeze since nothing stuck to the surface. The lid fits so snugly that barely any steam escapes.
Avery★★★★★
I was looking for something lighter than my old cast iron pot, and this hybrid version is a game changer. The 5-quart size is perfect for family stews, and it heats up fast without scorching the bottom.
Jason W.★★★★☆
Picked this up hoping it would be easier to manage than my old cast iron, and the weight difference is very noticeable. It heats evenly and the 5-quart size is perfect for soups. Only wish the lid fit a bit more snugly.
James★★★★☆
I was actually surprised by how evenly the heat distributed across the bottom—no hot spots when I seared chicken for a stew. My only small gripe is the lid fit could be a tiny bit tighter, but for the weight savings over cast iron, it’s a solid trade-off.
