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Viking Cookware: As Good as All-Clad?

By trk

Last Updated: October 31, 2024

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Viking is known for luxury appliances, but they also make several lines of cookware and other kitchen tools. The brand is associated with high quality (and high prices), but does the cookware live up to the reputation? And is it still made in the USA? 

Here, we take a detailed look at Viking cookware. We review the different lines and discuss quality, performance, budget, and. more. Find out if Viking is the right cookware for you.


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Viking Cookware Lines at a Glance

Viking has several lines of cookware: they are masters at putting out lines that compete with the latest cookware fads, such as hybrid cookware, their newest release. The quality is good, but not all the lines live up to the Viking reputation. We describe each Viking cookware line in the table below. An asterisk indicates a line we recommend.

This is a long review, so if you want to jump to a specific line, use the Table of Contents above.

Prices are approximate and may change.

Viking Cookware Line

Features

Recommendation

Viking Contemporary 3-ply 10pc set

-Steel-alum-steel construction

-18/8 stainless cooking surface

-Induction compatible

-Glass lids

-Volume markings on deep pieces

-Stay-cool handle

-Oven safe to 600F/lid to 450F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $450 for 10pc stainless set.

Stainless set recommended with reservations: Good quality cookware, but you can get other good Chinese stainless for less.

Viking Professional 10pc Set

-Steel-alum-alum-alum-steel

-18/10 stainless cooking surface

-Induction compatible

-Stainless lids

-Stay-cool handle

-Oven safe to 600F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in USA

-About $1000 for 10pc set.

Not recommended. Too thin to heat evenly, and expensive. All-Clad Copper Core, Demeyere Industry5, or Demeyere Atlantis are better choices.

Viking Nonstick Skillet

-Anodized alum. w/PTFE nonstick 

-Induction compatible 

-"Metal utensil"/"dishwasher" safe

-Tempered glass lids

-Volume markings on deep pcs.

-Stay-cool handle

-Oven safe to 400F/lids to 350F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $120 for 10"/12" skillet set.

Not recommended. Good quality, heavy duty nonstick, and performance is good, but no better than less expensive nonstick like Anolon Copper Nouvelle.

Viking Cast Iron Skillet

-Enameled cast iron (matte/shiny)

-Induction compatible

-Oven safe to 400F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-10" skillet about $80

-Dutch oven about $130.

Not recommended. Oven safe to only 400F.  Go with seasoned skillets (Lodge). See our Dutch oven review for more info.

Viking Carbon Steel Skillet Set

-"Blue" heat-treated carbon steel 

-Induction compatible

-Stainless handle

-Oven safe to 450F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $70 each.

Not recommended: Nice pans, but the 450F oven rating is too low.

*2-Ply Hard Stainless

see it at Sur la Table (stainless lids)

Viking 2ply 11pc Set Red

-2 ply aluminum-stainless

-Stainless 18/8 cooking surface

-Induction compatible 

-Oven safe to 400F

-Red and blue

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $250 w/glass lids, about $700 w/stainless lids.

Recommended, but probably discontinued: Set pieces are good. No open stock available.

7-Ply Titanium/Stainless 10pc Set 

see it at Sur la Table

see it at Viking.com

Viking 7 Ply 10pc Set wTitanium

-7 ply s-a-a-a-a-a-Ti

-Induction compatible

-Oven safe to 600F; lids safe to 300F

-Good set pieces

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $1500 for 10pc set.

Not recommended: Too thin for the price (2.5mm). 

Viking 5ply Hard Stainless Sauce Pan

-ha-a-a-a-s 

-18/8 stainless cooking surface

-Induction compatible base

-Volume markings on deep pcs.

-18/8 stainless lids

-Oven safe to 500F

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $800 for 10pc set.

Recommended! Thick and heavy for excellent heating.

Viking Contemporary 3-ply 10pc set

-3 ply copper-alum-stainless

-18/8 stainless cooking surface

-Induction compatible

-Oven safe to 600F/lids to 400F

-Volume markings on deep pcs.

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $250 for 13pc set.

Not recommended: Copper layer is thin (probably plating). If you want copper heating, go with brand like Mauviel. If you want durability, clad stainless is a better choice (Viking Contemporary).

3-Ply Black and Copper Set

see it on Amazon

see it at Viking.com

Viking 3-ply Black and Copper 10pc Set

-3-Ply hard anodized alum-alum-stainless

-Domed, vented glass lids

-Oven safe to 600F; lids to 350F

-Induction compatible

-Volume markings on deep pcs.

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-About $900 for 11pc set.

Recommended: Like the 2-ply colored stainless sets above but with anodized aluminum exterior so it's got a higher oven safe temp and is more durable.

Viking PerformanceTi 12pc cookware set

-4-ply stnlss-alum-titanium-titanium

-Laser titanium nonstick cooking surface, chemical free

-Stainless lids and handles

-Oven safe to 600F

-Induction compatible

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Dishwasher safe

-Made in China

-12pc set $1500/10" skillet $280.

No recommendation: We haven't tested. Very expensive, but maybe a decent choice for people with nickel allergies. 

Viking Hybrid Plus skillet set

-Tri-ply stnls-alum-stnls base, PTFE nonstick coating and steel lattice overlay.

-Skillets only

-Stainless handles

-No lids available

-Oven safe to 500F

-Induction compatible

-Metal utensil and dishwasher safe

-Limited lifetime warranty

-Made in China

-10" skillet about $110.

Not recommended. A Hexclad knockoff, too expensive for a pan with a PTFE coating.

*Recommended by The Rational Kitchen.

Viking also makes some specialty cookware pieces you can find at different retailers:

Viking roasting pans 

Viking stainless Multipot cooker w/steamer 

Viking 3-ply stock pot 

Viking 8 qt. stove top pressure cooker 

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Who Is Viking?

Viking is an American manufacturer of luxury appliances owned by the Clipper Corporation. They are best known for their commercial-size gas ranges. In addition to ranges, Viking makes refrigerators, range hoods, dishwashers, and outdoor grills and cooking equipment. They've been in business since 1987.

You can read more about Viking appliances at their website.

Viking cookware is made by a subdivision of Viking called Viking Culinary. In addition to cookware lines, Viking sells bakeware, knives, stainless steel utensils, and heavy duty pot racks. 

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Is Viking Cookware Made in the USA?

Viking Professional 10pc Set

Viking Professional is beautiful cookware.

People assume that Viking cookware is made in the USA. Today, only one line is: the Viking 5-ply stainless Professional line. All other Viking cookware is now made in China, including the Titanium line, the new high-end PerformanceTi line, and the new Hybrid Plus line.

If you want to buy American-made cookware, the Professional 5-Ply line is the only Viking option. 

see viking professional cookware on amazon

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What to Look for When Buying Cookware

We go into detail about how to buy cookware--especially clad stainless cookware--in other articles, such as A Guide to Induction Cookware, Stainless Steel Cookware Sets: A Detailed Buying Guide, and The Top 5 Brands of Stainless Steel Cookware

In short, the factors we look at are:

  • Heating: thermal conductivity and heat retention.
  • Durability: how well it holds up to use and abuse.
  • Safety and stability: How safe and non-reactive the cooking surface is.
  • Design and usability: Subjective category that looks at weight, handle design, lids, pan shape, etc.
  • Ease of care: nonstick isn't necessarily the right pick.
  • Budget: Cost-per-year-of-use is more important than initial expense.

*Review: Viking 3-Ply Contemporary Clad Stainless Steel Cookware

Viking Contemporary 3-ply 10pc set

Overall Rating: 4.0

Heating Properties: 4.0

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 3.0

Design/Usability: 4.0

Budget: 3.0

  • 18/8 stainless cooking surface with induction-compatible exterior (18/0)
  • 3mm walls with thick aluminum interior for excellent, even heating
  • Angled Windsor shape
  •  Induction compatible
  • Tall, stay cool handles
  • Helper handle on deep sauté pan
  • Vented glass lids
  • Oven safe to 600F (lids to 450F)
  • Internal volume markings in deep pots (not skillets)
  • Sealed edges (dishwasher safe)
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

The first thing you notice about Viking Contemporary is how solid and well-built it feels. Or maybe that's the second thing after you notice how attractive it is, with its high gloss finish, bold signature Viking handle, and modern "Windsor" style angled walls.

The 10 piece set includes: 

  • 8 inch skillet
  • 10 inch skillet (weighs 2lbs, 14 oz.)
  • 2.4 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 3.4 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 3.6 quart sauté pan with lid
  • 5.2 quart Dutch oven with lid.

If you want a bigger skillet, you can buy a Contemporary 12-inch skillet separately.

Other open stock pieces are available, including a Viking steamer insert that works with 2-4 quart Viking sauce pans. (See steamer insert on Amazon)

The 3.6 quart deep sauté pan is a great piece.

What we liked:

The Contemporary pans have sides that angle outward in a Windsor design. This increases the amount of flat cooking surface: the 10-inch skillet's bottom surface is just over 8 inches (likewise, the 8-inch skillet has about a 6-inch cooking surface and the 12-inch has about a 10-inch cooking surface). 

The angled sides make it easy to get a turner in to flip food. 

The pans are heavy: the 10-inch skillet weighs almost 3 pounds (compare that to the All-Clad D3 10-inch skillet, which weighs just over 2 pounds). This is an indication of high quality cookware.

Contemporary pans are thicker than All-Clad D3: 3mm versus 2.6mm. This extra thickness means more aluminum, more even heating and better heat retention than D3. Our testing bore this out: these pans heat as evenly as D3 and hang onto heat longer. 

The pans are completely sealed, so there's no aluminum visible around the edge. This makes them dishwasher safe. 

The volume marks on the deeper pots are great. 

What we didn't like: 

You can see in the photo how high the handles arc above the pans. The tall handle stays cooler on a gas range, but some testers found the height made the pans hard to handle. 

We also don't like the vented glass lids. Stainless lids are more durable, and though the vents help prevent boil overs, you can't build pressure when you want to. Pressure helps food cook faster. 

Performance and Handling

We tested the 10-inch Viking Contemporary skillet and overall were pleased with the performance. The pan heated evenly, and heat retention was good. The temperature didn't crash too badly when we added food to the pan.

We pan seared a steak and got good results:

Pan Seared Steak Viking Contemporary

The sear from Viking Contemporary.

We made a stir fry, scrambled eggs, burgers, chicken breasts, and more, all with good results. Heat-up time was good and the heat was even. 

There was some sticking with the eggs (scrambled), but that is to be expected with stainless. Butter kept sticking to a minimum. 

Cleanup was easy. You can use an abrasive scrubby pad, which made quick work of the scrambled egg residue.

The handle is comfortable, looks good and makes it easy to stabilize the pot. However, as we mentioned, it's tall, and some testers thought it made the pan harder to use. On smaller pans, you may find the handle weight pulls the pan over so it doesn't sit levelly. (We didn't have this issue, but some Amazon reviewers did.)

We like that the deep sauté pan has a helper handle, but the 12-inch skillet should have one, as well.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Heavy duty 3mm walls for even heating and good heat retention
  • Design is attractive and easy to work with
  • Volume marks on deeper pots for easy measuring
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Induction compatible
  • Good set pieces
  • Completely sealed edges (safe for dishwasher).
Cons
  • Very tall handles
  • Vented glass lids
  • No helper handle on 12-inch skillet
  • Expensive for Chinese-made cookware.

Recommendation

Recommended, with a few reservations.

We were surprised how much we liked this cookware. It's beautiful, cooks evenly, and is built like a tank. It's expensive for Chinese-made cookware, but the quality is good. It should last a lifetime. 

buy Viking Contemporary cookware:

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Other Viking Tri-Ply Options

Some Viking 3-ply are available on Amazon that are not Contemporary. Some may be from the Sam's Club set, and some may be the last pieces of US-made 3-ply still around. It's hard to know for sure, but here are the links.

Viking 13pc TriPly Set Sam's Club

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Review: Viking 5-Ply Professional Clad Stainless Steel

Viking Professional 10pc Set

Overall Rating: 3.6

Heating Properties: 3.0

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 3.0

Design/Usability: 3.5

Budget: 2.0

  • 18/10 stainless cooking surface with induction-compatible exterior (18/0)
  • 3 internal layers of aluminum
  • Straight sides with pouring lip on skillets only
  • Induction compatible
  • Tall, stay cool signature Viking handles
  • Helper handle on deep sauté pan
  • Stainless lids, slightly domed
  • Oven safe to 600F
  • Internal volume markings in deeper pots
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • NSF certified (suitable for restaurant use)
  • Made in USA.

The Viking Professional line is Viking's flagship cookware line: built in the USA, with features desired by professional chefs, such as stainless lids and NSF certification. Unfortunately, the Professional pans are disappointing.

They're only 2.5mm thick--compare this to All-Clad D3's wall thickness of 2.6mm, the standard against which all clad stainless cookware is measured. At 2.5mm, Viking Professional is closer to a mid-level cookware brand (like Calphalon).

The 10-inch skillet weighs 2 lbs, 10 ounces. This is more than the All-Clad D3 10-inch skillet, which weighs about 2 lbs, 4 oz. But because the walls are thinner, we attribute the weight to the heavier Viking handle. 

Some reviewers complained that the handle made the 10-inch skillet not sit level, but in our testing, the skillet sat level when empty. 

The 10 piece set:

  • 8 inch skillet
  • 10 inch skillet
  • 3.4 quart sauté pan with lid and helper handle
  • 2 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 3 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 8 quart stock pot.

The 5 piece set: 

  • 10 inch skillet
  • 6 quart stock pot w/lid
  • 3.4 quart everyday pan w/lid (a sauté pan with two short handles).

Performance and Handling

The pans are too thin to heat well. They did okay, but there are other brands that perform as well for less, including All-Clad D3.

We used the 10-inch skillet to sear steaks, stir-fry, make scrambled eggs, burgers, chicken breasts, and more. High heat searing produced a decent crust, but if you're looking for a good steak pan, you're better off with a $25 Lodge cast iron skillet.

Cleanup was fine. The stir-fry residue cleaned off easily, and the eggs came off with a scrubby pad. 

The stainless lids are great, with comfy handles and a snug fit. We like the Viking handle, which stays cooler than other brands on a gas range because it's so tall. It's comfortable and easy to grip. Some testers found the handle too tall, but most of us thought it was one of the best features on all the Viking cookware. 

The 12-inch skillet should have a helper handle (as found on All-Clad skillets). This is kind of a big miss on a pan that costs close to $200. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • 18/10 satin finish
  • Stainless steel lids
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Induction compatible
  • Completely sealed edges (safe for dishwasher)
  • NSF certified (for restaurant use)
  • Made in USA.
Cons
  • 2.5mm walls are too thin for the cost of this cookware
  • Not great for high-heat searing (too thin)
  • Some testers disliked the tall handle made the pans hard to handle
  • No helper handle on 12-inch skillet
  • Very expensive, esp. for what you get.

Recommendation

Not recommended due to high cost and okay-but-not-great heating.

At this price, go with All-Clad Copper CoreDemeyere Industry 5, Demeyere Atlantis, or save and go with All-Clad D3. 

Viking Professional 10pc Set

Buy Viking 5-ply professional cookware on amazon:

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Review: Viking Hard-Anodized Nonstick

Viking Nonstick Skillet

Overall Rating: 3.3

Heating Properties: 4.0

Durability: 2.5

Safety/Stability: 2.5

Ease of Care: 5.0

Design/Usability: 4.0

Budget: 2.0

  • Hard anodized aluminum exterior with aluminum interior and PTFE nonstick coating (3 layers)
  • Available in black or gray (the gray is the same cookware but costs more)
  • Induction compatible base
  • "Metal utensil" and "dishwasher" safe (but do not do either for best results
  • Tempered glass lids (not vented, as some other lines of Viking lids are)
  • Volume markings on sauce pans and stock pots (not on skillets)
  • Stay-cool, ergonomic handle.
  • -Oven safe to 400F/lids to 350F
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

The Viking Hard Anodized Nonstick cookware is good quality, heavy duty anodized aluminum on the outside, a thick layer of aluminum that's covered with 3 layers of PTFE ("Teflon") coating; about 3mm thick.

This is good, but similar to other nonstick pans we like that are cheaper. 

The set price is higher partially because the Viking skillets are bigger: you get a 10-inch/12-inch combo in the 10 piece set, and the 2-piece combo sold separately also includes two big skillets; if you want the 8-inch skillet, you have to buy it separately. 

However, the Viking 8-inch nonstick skillet goes for around $50--about the same as All-Clad's 8-inch/10-inch Essentials set.

The glass lids are not vented, as they are on some other Viking lines.

We recommend buying skillets only, which benefit the most from a nonstick coating.

The 10-piece set of Viking Hard Anodized Nonstick cookware contains:

  • 10-inch skillet
  • 12-inch skillet
  • 2 quart sauce pan w/lid
  • 3 quart sauce pan w/lid
  • 4.5 quart sauté pan w/lid and helper handle
  • 5 quart Dutch oven w/lid.

Viking makes a steamer insert that works with all of their 2-4 quart saucepans. A steamer insert is an excellent piece that you will likely get a lot of use out of. (See steamer insert on Amazon)

Performance and Handling

Viking Hard Anodized nonstick performed well. The handles were less tall than on other Viking lines, were comfortable and had good grip. 

We made fried eggs, scrambled eggs, and fish--the foods we use a nonstick skillet for--and all came out well. Eggs didn't stick at all. Pans heated quickly and evenly. Residue wiped out easily. 

Performance-wise, these pans are as good as any nonstick we've tested. But they're not any better than brands that cost less. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • 3mm walls of thick aluminum for fast, even heating
  • Excellent nonstick performance
  • Anodized exterior tougher than stainless
  • Volume marks on deeper pots for easy measuring
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Induction compatible
  • Good-sized pieces in set (10"/12" skillet)
  • Open stock pieces and skillet sets available
  • Metal-utensil and dishwasher safe (though we recommend using wood or plastic and hand washing).
Cons
  • More expensive than comparable pans we've tested
  • No helper handle on 12-inch skillet
  • Like all PTFE nonstick, terrible for the environment.

Recommendation

Viking Hard Anodized Nonstick is as good as any nonstick cookware we've tested but it's no better than less expensive brands like Anolon Copper Nouvelle. The skillet set contains two large skillets (10 in./12 in.), which is great, but more expensive. Get skillets, not a whole set.

Viking Nonstick Skillet

Buy Viking hard anodized nonstick cookware:

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Review: Viking Cast Iron Skillets and Dutch Ovens

Viking Cast Iron Skillet

Overall Rating: 3.7

Heating Properties: 3.0

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 4.0

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 2.0

  • Cast iron body with enamel cooking surface and matte enamel exterior
  • Stick-resistant enamel (but not nonstick)
  • Induction compatible
  • Oven safe to 400F
  • "Spikes" on inside of Dutch oven lid for self-basting
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

You can see in the photos above that the skillet cooking surface is enameled, but so is the exterior. Viking uses a matte enamel for the outside which makes them look like bare cast iron. 

(The only non-enameled Viking cast iron we've found is the reversible griddle, which is a nice product but costs almost twice what the Lodge griddle of the same size costs.)

No seasoning is required, and they won't rust. 

Viking calls the enamel "stick resistant," another way of saying it's not nonstick. Enameled cast iron of isn't the same as the nonstick ceramic found on brands like GreenPan

Viking's enamel is oven safe to 400F--that's low for enameled cast iron, and is a big miss for a cast iron product, which should be safe at any kitchen temperature. 

see our enameled dutch oven review for more information

Performance and Handling

Other than the low heat limit, the performance and handling of Viking cast iron cookware is similar to other cast iron brands we've tested. Because cast iron is cast iron no matter how much you pay for it. You get durability, slow heating (because of the mass), and exceptional heat retention, making it excellent for high-heat searing and frying (skillets), and braising, bread baking, and deep frying (Dutch ovens).

Viking Cast Iron Reversible Griddle

The Viking reversible griddle is nice, but more than 3x the price of the comparable Lodge.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Enameled surface doesn't need seasoning
  • Extremely durable construction
  • Induction compatible.
Cons
  • Enamel coating great for Dutch oven, but not necessary on a skillet
  • Oven safe to only 400F (you can't use the Dutch over to make bread and probably should avoid high heat searing in the skillet)
  • Made in China, and more expensive than American brand Lodge.

Recommendation

The quality is good and the design is attractive, but the 400F max temperature limits the versatility of this cookware, so we can't recommend it.

The un-enameled reversible griddle is nice, but you can buy a Lodge griddle of the same size for less than half the price--and the Lodge griddle is made in the US.

Viking Cast Iron Skillet

Buy Viking cast iron cookware:

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Review: Viking Carbon Steel Skillets

Viking Carbon Steel Skillet Set

Overall Rating: 3.7

Heating Properties: 3.0

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 4.0

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 2.0

  • "Blue" heat-treated carbon steel (skillets only)
  • Medium weight, 14 gauge carbon steel (about 2mm thick) 
  • Induction compatible
  • Oven safe to 450F
  • Stainess Viking "stay cool" handles
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.
Viking Carbon Steel skillet, side view

If you want cast iron heat retention in a lighter pan, carbon steel is the way to go. The heat retention won't be quite as good, but it will be better than aluminum and better than most brands of clad stainless steel.

What we liked:

The stainless handle is a nice feature: it looks good and decreases the weight slightly. Pan shape is excellent for frying and sautéing, and the seasoned cooking surface gets better with use. At about 2mm thick, they're pretty standard gauge for carbon steel skillets, which range from about 1.5mm-3mm thick. 2mm is a sweet spot for carbon steel that provides decent heat retention without being too heavy. 

After several uses and a chance to develop seasoning, the pan did a great job with eggs. Both fried and scrambled cooked evenly and slid right out. 

The seasoned pans are easy to clean. Blue carbon inhibits rusting, but you still need to dry the pans thoroughly after washing. 

These pans are surprisingly light--2.7 and 3.5 pounds respectively. 

What we didn't like:

The 450F oven temp rating is too low. Carbon steel, like cast iron, shouldn't have heat restrictions. In all our years of cookware testing, this is the only carbon steel pan we've seen that has a heat restriction this low.

These pans are labeled "pre-seasoned" but they need more seasoning before use. This is true for most carbon steel pans, so it's not a big drawback. 

This is a minor point, but you can find carbon steel with welded handles that have no rivets to clean around. 

Performance and Handling

The stainless handle doesn't stay as cool on gas as Viking claims, but there's no such thing as a truly stay-cool handle on a gas stovetop. 

After a few seasonings and several uses, the pan became nonstick: eggs slid out of it with almost no residue, performing almost as well as new PTFE nonstick.

To sear a steak, we heated the pan considerably higher than recommended by Viking (about 580F), and the sear was excellent, with no visible damage to the pan. We can't recommend that buyers do this; it may not be safe for reasons we don't understand. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Medium gauge, 2mm walls make pans fairly light and easy to handle
  • Blue carbon steel resists rust better than untreated carbon steel 
  • Stainless steel handle
  • Induction compatible.
Cons
  • Won't retain heat as well as cast iron 
  • 450F oven temp restriction 
  • Rivets hard to clean around
  • Need seasoning and must be hand washed
  • Made in China.

Recommendation

Not recommended. We liked cooking with these pans, but the 450F oven rating is too low for carbon steel.

They can't compete with other carbon steel skillets, most of which have no upper temperature limit.

Viking Carbon Steel Skillet Set

Buy Viking carbon steel skillets:

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*Review: Viking 2-Ply Hard Stainless/3-Ply Black and Copper

NOTE: The 2-ply is no longer on Viking site, so is probably discontinued.

Viking 2ply 11pc Set Red

Overall Rating: 4.1

Heating Properties: 4.5

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 3.0

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 4.0

Viking 3-ply Black and Copper 10pc Set
  • 2-ply aluminum with stainless 18/8 cooking surface or "3-ply" anodized aluminum-aluminum-stainless black and copper with glass lids
  • Flared rims for drip-free pouring
  • Available in red and blue (though the blue seems to be out of stock everywhere)
  • Red and blue sets oven safe to 400F
  • Anodized aluminum set oven safe to 600F
  • Flared rims for drip-free pouring
  • Induction compatible
  • Dishwasher safe (hand washing recommended)
  • Sam's Club set has vented glass lids; other sets have stainless un-vented lids
  •  Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

These pans are great for someone looking for a colorful option. The 2-ply sets come in red or blue, and the anodized aluminum set is black with copper-colored handles. The black and copper is 3-ply, but the exterior layer is anodized aluminum, so it is has essentially the same properties as 2-ply aluminum/steel.

But for us, performance is the reason to go with aluminum/stainless cookware. The body of the cookware is thick aluminum with excellent heating.

These pans are induction compatible.

The Sur la Table set has stainless lids, but we've seen these sets with glass lids as well for a lower price. We prefer stainless lids, but it's hard to recommend them when you can get the same set for about half the cost with glass lids (if you can find it).

The black and copper set is expensive for a set with glass lids, but it's great cookware.

The 11-piece red and blue sets include:

The 11-piece black and copper set includes:

  • 8-inch skillet
  • 10-inch skillet
  • 2 quart saucepan with lid
  • 3 quart saucepan with lid
  • 3.5 quart sauté pan with lid and helper handle
  • 5 quart Dutch oven/stock pot with lid
  • Steamer insert for 3 quart saucepan. 
  • 10-inch skillet
  • 12-inch skillet
  • 2-quart saucepan with lid
  • 3-quart saucepan with lid
  • 7-quart Dutch oven with lid
  • 4-quart sauté pan with lid
  • Steamer insert for 3-quart saucepan.

Performance and Handling

These pans are excellent to cook with. The aluminum heats quickly and evenly. The stainless cooking surface is non-reactive and durable. The coated exterior adds color and makes these pans dishwasher safe (the red and blue sets are dishwasher safe, but not the black and copper). 

We don't recommend this line for searing steaks, as aluminum's strength is in its speedy heat and response times, but they'll work in a pinch because the aluminum is thick enough to hang onto heat pretty well.

The steamer insert is a great piece. Overall, the pieces in these sets are good sizes and most cooks will get plenty of use out of them. 

Note that the black and copper set has 10"/12" skillets, while the red/blue set has 8"/10" skillets. The black and copper set is also oven safe to 600F vs. 400F for the other set (probably because of the paint).

For all-purpose cookware you'll use for the majority of your cooking tasks, these sets are both great choices. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Thick aluminum walls heat fast and evenly, and hang onto heat well
  • 18/8 stainless cooking surface stable and non-reactive
  • Red and blue sets are dishwasher safe
  • Induction compatible
  • Steamer insert is great
  • Available in red, blue, or anodized aluminum with copper colored handles
  • Limited lifetime warranty.
Cons
  • No open stock pieces available and colors could be hard to match 
  • 400F is a low oven temp limit for stainless cookware (the black/copper set is 600F)
  • Made in China.

Recommendation

Recommended for anyone who wants colored cookware that isn't nonstick. Performance and build quality are excellent. 

These are great sets with fast, even heating and all the features of clad stainless cookware, including induction compatibility. The pieces are a good size--especially the large skillets in the black and copper set--and the steamer insert is great. The 400F oven temp limit is a drawback for the red/blue set.

Viking 2ply 11pc Set Red

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Review: Viking 7-Ply 10 Piece Titanium Cookware Set

Viking 7 Ply 10pc Set wTitanium

Overall Rating: 3.8

Heating Properties: 3.5

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 3.0

Design/Usability: 4.0

Budget: 2.0

  • 7-ply stainless exterior, 5 internal layers of aluminum, and a titanium cooking surface
  • Titanium cooking surface extremely stable, non-reactive, and 45% lighter than stainless steel
  • Induction compatible
  • Flared rims for dripless pouring
  • Oven safe to 600F; lids safe to 300F
  • Good set pieces including two large skillets
  • Made in China.

Note: this Viking steamer insert will fit any 2-4 quart Viking sauce pans and is an excellent piece.

At one time, Viking's 7-ply set was made in Belgium by Demeyere but is now made in China (not by Demeyere). Viking Titanium has some interesting features, but much like Viking's flagship Professional line (reviewed above), we were disappointed with it.

What we liked:

Unlike most cookware with the word "titanium" in the name, this 7-ply set from Viking actually has a titanium cooking surface. This is the primary feature that sets it apart from other clad stainless cookware.

Because of all the nonstick marketing you've seen, you may believe titanium is nonstick, but it isn't. Titanium is similar to stainless steel in appearance and performance, but about 45% lighter. Like stainless steel, it's sticky to cook on. 

Viking claims that titanium has "a natural inhibitor that has an antibacterial effect." We haven't been able to substantiate this, but can say that titanium is non-reactive once it forms its titanium oxide surface, which is pretty much immediately upon contact with air (what you perceive as pure titanium is really titanium oxide, the oxidized surface of titanium). This means you'll have almost no discoloration, pitting, or corrosion, even from highly acidic or alkaline foods, or anything else that can be hard on stainless cookware.

Also, the titanium cooking surface contains no nickel. So if you are concerned about consuming too much nickel, these pans are a good alternative to clad stainless steel cookware.

We like the large skillets included in the set and the large, deep sauté pan, which is a versatile piece.

What we didn't like:

Our biggest complaint about the Viking Titanium is its thinness: this cookware is only 2.5mm thick, which is thinner than All-Clad D3 and costs twice as much. 

The thin layer of titanium is partially responsible for the thinness of this cookware. But good cookware needs a substantial amount of aluminum (or copper) to provide the heating you would expect at this price point--the amounts you see in Demeyere's cookware, for example (some Demeyere pieces have 75% percent more aluminum than All-Clad D3 or D5). Titanium doesn't have good heating properties, so this cookware should have a substantial aluminum core to provide good heating, but it's just average.

At around $1500 for the 10 piece set--and no open stock pieces available that we've found--this set is pricier than a 10-piece set of All-Clad Copper Core. There's not a lot that makes it worth this price.

The 10 piece set of Titanium cookware contains:

  • 10-inch skillet
  • 12-inch skillet
  • 2 quart saucepan with lid
  • 3 quart saucepan with lid
  • 4.5 quart sauté pan with lid and helper handle
  • 6 quart Dutch oven with lid.

This is sturdy, attractive cookware, but if you want to spend this kind of dough, there are better options. 

Performance and Handling

These pans were similar to the Viking Professional cookware in use, which makes sense because they have a similar build quality. They were fine for most kitchen tasks, but not heavy enough to hang onto heat as well as you expect at this price.

The titanium surface is similar to stainless steel: sticky.

Overall, the performance wasn't bad, but nowhere near what you should get at this price.

We weren't crazy about the rounded bottoms on every pan, including the sauté pan. They were nice on the sauce pans, but the sauté pan lacked flat cooking surface because of the curved bottoms. Not a huge issue, but noticeable.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Durable construction
  • Titanium cooking surface for lighter weight and superb stability (no nickel)
  • Stainless steel lids
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Induction compatible
  • Excellent pieces in set
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Limited lifetime warranty.
Cons
  • Not thick/heavy enough for the price
  • Curved sides means smaller cooking surfaces and less contact with burner (not great for induction)
  • Set only--no open stock pieces available (though this Viking steamer insert fits)
  • No helper handle on 12-inch skillet
  • Made in China.

Recommendation

Not recommended. People who buy this set will probably be trying to avoid nickel yet still get great quality cookware. If you aren't concerned about nickel, All-Clad Copper Core or Demeyere Industry 5 are both less expensive options and better quality. If you're concerned about nickel and have a big budget, we recommend Hestan NanoBond

Viking 7 Ply 10pc Set wTitanium

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Viking Hard Stainless 10pc Set (Sam's Club)

Overall Rating: 4.1

Heating Properties: 4.5

Durability: 5.0

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 3.0

Design/Usability: 4.0

Budget: 3.0

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Features

  • Hard-anodized aluminum exterior, with 3 internal layers of aluminum 
  • 18/8 stainless steel cooking surface
  • Induction compatible base
  • 18/8 stainless steel lids, slightly domed
  • Volume markings on deep sauce pans and stock pot
  • Oven safe to 500F
  • Grooved lips for drip-free pouring
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

This set is closest to All-Clad's discontinued LTD2 line. With a hard anodized exterior and 3 internal layers of aluminum, this set offers superb heating performance. Unlike All-Clad's LTD2 line, the Viking Hard Stainless is induction compatible.

There are pros and cons to anodized aluminum cookware. Pros are that anodized aluminum is extremely durable and that it improves the heating performance (stainless steel doesn't). Cons are that it must be hand washed because the dishwasher will discolor it. 

We like the hard-anodized exterior because of its durability, heating properties, and neutral color that goes in any kitchen. You may prefer the 2-ply line reviewed above that comes in red or blue.

Do not confuse the Hard Stainless with Viking's Hard Anodized Nonstick line, reviewed above; though the appearance is similar, the Hard Stainless has no nonstick pieces, and the lids are stainless steel rather than the glass ones on the nonstick set. However, if you want to expand either set with different pieces, they look enough alike that they could pass for being from the same set.

The 10 piece set (if you can find it) has:

  • 8 inch skillet
  • 10 inch skillet
  • 2 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 3 quart sauce pan with lid
  • 4 quart sauce pan/deep sauté pan with lid and helper handle
  • 5 quart Dutch oven with lid.

A steamer insert is an excellent add-on that you will get a lot of use out of. 

Performance and Handling

Viking 3 qt. Saute Pan Volume Markings

Volume marks on 3-qt. sauté pan.

We couldn't get our hands on a skillet so we tested the 3 quart sauté pan. Loved the helper handle and stainless lid. Loved that the 3 quart sauté pan had volume markings inside. Loved that even though it wasn't too heavy, it heated fast and evenly.

Also liked the handle, which isn't as tall as on some other Viking lines and has a more round than flat shape. It's comfortable and easy to grip.

Most of all, loved the performance: it heated up surprisingly quickly for how thick it is. It hung onto heat for a good amount of time, too: though this is not aluminum's strong suit, the mass allowed for pretty good heat retention.

In short, this cookware is superb for most tasks. You may want a nonstick or carbon steel skillet for eggs and fish (as always, the stainless is a little sticky without a butter or oil), but for everything else we found this cookware a joy to use. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Heavy duty 3mm+ aluminum walls for even heating and good heat retention
  • 18/8 stainless steel cooking surface
  • Stainless steel lids
  • Volume marks on deeper pots for easy measuring (including sauté pans!)
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Induction compatible
  • Limited lifetime warranty.
Cons
  • Seems to be being phased out (sets out of stock everywhere)
  • Only open stock pieces available and we haven't seen any skillets
  • Must hand wash to avoid discoloration
  • Expensive for imported (Chinese-made) cookware.

Recommendation

Recommended: Buy it if you can find it. It's expensive, especially for cookware imported from China, but this cookware will last forever and performs wonderfully.

Viking Hard Stainless 3 Qt Sauté Pan

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Review: Viking 3-Ply 13 Piece Copper Cookware Set

Overall Rating: 3.25

Heating Properties: 3.5

Durability: 2.5

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 2.5

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 3.0

  • 3-ply copper-aluminum-18/8 stainless cooking surface
  • Vented glass lids
  • Oven safe to 600F/lids to 400F
  • Volume markings on deep pieces
  • NOT induction compatible
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Made in China.

Whenever we review tri-ply copper cookware, we know we're in for a challenge. Tri-ply copper cookware typically has:

  • a copper exterior
  • an internal layer of aluminum, and
  • a stainless steel cooking surface. 

But actual configuration varies among brands, so it can be tricky to know how much actual copper a tri-ply piece really has.

Some brands have a thick layer of a millimeter or more, while some (probably most) have just copper electroplating, which adds that gorgeous copper color but isn't thick enough to add copper's excellent heating properties (the heating properties come from the aluminum).

see our copper cookware review to learn more about choosing copper cookware

Even if copper-plated, this doesn't mean cookware is poor quality or is going to perform poorly. A thick layer of aluminum provides good heating performance, even if the copper is too thin to have an effect. But there are a few problems with electro-plated "tri-ply" copper cookware that are important to understand.

One problem is that electroplating can wear off easily--sometimes with just one use or wash. The quality of electroplating can vary: in some cases, you can scratch the copper coating off with your fingernail.

Another problem is that buyers can think they're getting something they're not. If they're buying for copper performance, they'll be disappointed, because they're actually getting aluminum performance--which may not be bad, but it shouldn't demand the premium price of copper. 

Even if you're buying for the beauty of the copper, you'll be disappointed when the plating scrubs or cooks off the pans, which will eventually happen even with good quality electroplating.

So if tri-ply copper cookware is electroplated rather than having an actual layer of copper, buyers are likely to be disappointed.

If manufacturers don't supply configuration information--and most do not--it can be hard to determine without slicing a pan open and measuring the layers. However, there are some clues that can help us tell:

  • Thinness: How easy the copper coating comes off the pan.
  • Weight: Copper weighs more than aluminum, so a heavier pan means a higher copper content.
  • Price: High copper content is always going to cost more.
  • Performance: High copper content results in more responsive, more even heating than aluminum.
  • Appearance: You can sometimes see the layers if the edges aren't rolled over or sealed.

The last one, appearance, is one of the easiest to see, and the first one we used when looking at the Viking tri-ply copper cookware. Here's a closeup of the Viking tri-ply copper pan showing the stainless and aluminum layers:

Viking Copper pan closeup with callouts

You can see the stainless and aluminum layer, but not the copper layer, an indication of electroplating.

Because the other layers are visible but the copper is not, we suspect the Viking cookware is copper-plated. Several reviewers also complained of the copper coming off with one use, also making us think this is the case.

The price is another clue that these pans are merely copper-plated. $300 is a lot to pay for a set of cookware, especially Viking cookware. But it really is not; even good quality clad stainless cookware sets cost around this much (and some much more).

If a 6- or more piece set of tri-ply copper cookware is less than about $700, you're probably not getting much copper in the set.

This is the case with the Viking Tri-Ply Copper cookware. The copper layer is very thin and won't contribute much to the heating properties. And because the copper layer is so thin, it's going to scrub or cook off rather quickly unless you are very careful with it.

Copper is beautiful, but even if you just want it for its gorgeous looks (and not performance), you will probably be disappointed in this Viking Tri-Ply Copper set.

There seems to be no open stock pieces available, so if you want to expand the set, you'll have a hard time finding matching pieces. 

The 13 piece set has:

  • 8 inch skillet
  • 10 inch skillet
  • 2.25 quart saucepan with lid
  • 3 quart saucepan with lid
  • 4 quart soup pot/small stock pot with lid
  • Deep 5.25 quart sauté pan with helper handle and lid
  • 8 quart stock pot with lid
  • Stainless pasta insert (for stock pot).

Viking also makes a steamer insert that works with their 2-4 quart saucepans. A steamer insert is an excellent piece that you will likely get a lot of use out of. (See the Viking steamer insert on Amazon.)

Performance and Handling

We were careful using this cookware because of what we'd read about the copper coloring coming off so easily. We used only low heat settings to cook eggs, and did no more testing than that. With butter in the pan, scrambled eggs still left a bit of a residue, very typical of stainless cookware (no worse than usual).

Overall, heating performance was good--even at low heat, the pan heated evenly, but was no better than most other aluminum cookware we've tested (though prettier). We hate the thought of people buying these pans because they think they're getting copper performance. They heat like decent quality aluminum cookware, but not like copper.

We like the handle, though it's a little tall. We prefer stainless lids and non-vented glass lids. We loved the 5-quart deep sauté pan: it's a useful piece for most people.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Excellent price for "tri-ply" copper cookware set
  • Aluminum interior for good heat transfer
  • Volume marks on deeper pots for easy measuring
  • Ergonomic, stay-cool handles
  • Rolled edges for drip-free pouring
  • Limited lifetime warranty.
Cons
  • Copper exterior is probably electro-plated: won't add much to heating, probably will wear off fairly quickly.
  • NOT induction compatible (the hammered set is, if you can find it)
  • Vented glass lids (we prefer a lid you can use to create pressure when you want to, but count this as a Pro if you disagree)
  • Made in China.

Recommendation

Not recommended: This is almost certainly electroplated copper, meaning that you get the looks but not the performance of copper (reflected in the low price). If you want copper performance, you have to spend significantly more, and even if you only care about the appearance, it's not going to last because the copper plating is going to wear off.

We suggest you go with a real copper brand like Mauviel and skip the tri-ply copper altogether, unless the maker tells you what you're paying for. Or, if you want durable cookware, clad stainless is the better choice, and lower maintenance. 

Viking 3ply Copper 13pc Set

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Review: Viking PerformanceTi

Viking PerformanceTi 12pc cookware set

Overall Rating: 3.75

Heating Properties: 3.5

Durability: 2.5

Safety/Stability: 5.0

Ease of Care: 2.5

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 3.0

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12 piece set about $1500

10-inch skillet about $280

Features

PerformanceTi is a new line, released in July, 2023. We haven't tested it yet, but if it does what it says, it will revolutionize the nonstick cookware industry: It is supposedly a nonstick cooking surface that is free of chemicals and toxins, or at least, it's "nonstick" once it's seasoned, and this is real seasoning, as you would do to a cast iron pan, not "seasoning" recommended for nonstick coatings. 

It seems similar to Hestan NanoBond, but that is not marketed as nonstick. It's very expensive, so it should do what it says. Reviews are few and far between, and they've been at both ends of the spectrum: some say it's great, some say it's crap. User expectations probably have a lot to do with whether people like the cookware or not. 

Since these pans require seasoning, like cast iron and carbon steel, we suspect it's not actually a nonstick surface, but rather, a stick-resistant surface. Which can be quite excellent, but you can get that same excellence in a $30 cast iron pan. 

We like the design. The skillets have a lot of flat cooking surface and the set pieces are good-sized. There's just a 12-piece available, which has: 

  • 8-inch skillet
  • 10-inch skillet with lid
  • 2-quart saucepan with lid
  • 3-quart saucepan with lid
  • 4.5-quart deep sauté pan with lid
  • 5-quart Dutch oven with lid
  • Steamer insert fits both saucepans.

Features:

  • 4-ply stainless-aluminum-titanium-laser titanium nonstick surface
  • Nonstick cooking surface is harder than stainless steel and anodized aluminum
  • Stainless steel lids and handles
  • Safe for metal utensils
  • Oven safe to 600F
  • Induction compatible
  • Dishwasher safe, hand washing recommended
  • Made in China.

Recommendation for Viking PerformanceTi Cookware

Since we haven't tested PerformanceTi cookware yet, we can't give a recommendation. It's expensive, and you can probably get a similar performance from seasoned cast iron.

Viking PerformanceTi 12pc cookware set

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Viking Hybrid Plus Cookware 

Viking Hybrid Plus skillet set

Overall Rating: 2.5

Heating Properties: 3.5

Durability: 2.0

Safety/Stability: 2.0

Ease of Care: 3.5

Design/Usability: 3.0

Budget: 1.5

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10-inch skillet about $110

12-inch skillet about $130

9.5-inch/11-inch skillet set about $200

Features

Viking is a master at good quality knockoffs. First they did tri-ply like All-Clad D3, then 5-ply like All-Clad D5, a 7-ply line that was made by Demeyere (but now made in China). This latest knockoff is meant to mimic Hexclad, which for some reason has become a popular brand, despite its many shortcomings (see our Hexclad review for more information). 

Features:

  • Tri-ply clad with nonstick coating and lattice steel overlay to protect the nonstick surface
  • Available in skillets only (so far): 8", 10", 12", and a 9.5"/11" set
  • No lids available
  • Safe for metal utensils
  • Safe for dishwasher (but wash by hand for best results)
  • Oven safe to 500F
  • Induction compatible
  • Made in China
  • Limited lifetime warranty.

Recommendation

Not recommended. Hybrid Plus is an overpriced Hexclad knockoff (also an overpriced brand).

Viking Hybrid Plus skillet set

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Viking Cookware FAQs

Here are commonly asked questions about Viking cookware.

Is Viking Cookware Good Quality?

Yes, Viking cookware is good quality. Even the lines made in China are well made and durable, and their nonstick is as good as any on the market.

Where is Viking Cookware Made?

Viking's 5-ply Professional line is made in the USA; all other lines are now made in China.

Viking used to have a 3-ply line made in the US but that has been discontinued. Their 7-ply Titanium line was once made in Belgium by Demeyere but is now made in China.

Is Viking Cookware Oven Safe?

All of Viking's cookware lines (and lids) are oven safe, but the max temp varies from line to line, so be sure to check the maximum temp for the line you buy.

Is Viking Cookware Safe to Use?

Yes. Viking cookware is as safe as other brands of clad stainless, cast iron, carbon steel, and nonstick cookware on the market.

Is Viking's PFOA-Free Nonstick Safer than Other Brands?

Nonstick coatings are made by a few manufacturers and sold to cookware companies. There are hundreds of different brands, but they are all made in the same factories around the world. All cookware sold in the US today is PFOA-free, and most makers have replaced the PFOA with GenX, a similar chemical. So the short answer is no, Viking's PFOA-free nonstick is no safer than other brands; for humans or for the environment.

Where Can You Buy Viking Cookware?

Viking's clad stainless lines are widely available at kitchen stores, at big box stores, and on Amazon. Some of their other lines can be harder to find, but you see all of their lines at Vikingculinaryproducts.com.

Products can go in and out of stock frequently, so check all the buying options; prices can vary too.

What Is the Warranty on Viking Cookware?

All Viking cookware has a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

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Final Thoughts Viking Cookware

Viking Hard Stainless 10pc Set (Sam's Club)

Viking cookware is good quality, but it doesn't always deliver on its luxury brand reputation. When you think you're paying for premium quality cookware, in most cases you're getting average or slightly-better-than-average quality and performance. All Viking cookware except the Professional 5-ply line is now made in China. 

We recommend the 3-ply Contemporary line and the 2-ply and 5-ply hard stainless lines with aluminum exteriors. These lines provide the best heating at the best prices. The other Viking lines are overpriced for made-in-China cookware that doesn't provide superior heating.

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About the Author

The Rational Kitchen (TRK) is a collaborative effort, but the founder, editor, and writer of most of our articles is Melanie Johnson, an avid cook, kitchenware expert, and technical communications specialist for more than 20 years. Her love of cooking and the frustrating lack of good information about kitchen products led her to create The Rational Kitchen. TRK's mission is to help people make the best decisions they can when buying kitchen gear. 

When not working on product reviews, Melanie enjoys reading, playing with her dog Ruby, vintage video games, and spending time outdoors and with her family.

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