Staub
The Staub 5 qt Tall Cocotte is a French‑made enameled cast‑iron Dutch oven with a matte black interior, designed for versatile cooking methods like braising, searing, and baking. It offers excellent heat retention, a moisture‑locking lid, and a taller profile that adds extra capacity without expanding the footprint.
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$229.99
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$256.64
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$149.95
Highest
$358.83
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers and editors describe the Staub 5 qt Tall Cocotte as one of the best‑qualified Dutch ovens on the market, emphasizing its matte interior for exceptional browning, its tall shape for added capacity, and its reliable moisture‑locking lid. They commend its versatility across all cooktops and its French craftsmanship, while noting the heft and smaller handles as trade‑offs.
What Users Say
Everyday users consistently praise the pot for its flavor‑enhancing browning, even heat distribution, and low‑maintenance enamel. Common themes include admiration for the attractive colors and the ability to use it on induction. Recurring complaints focus on the heavy weight, handle size, and occasional discrepancies in the published specifications.
Common Complaints
Weight makes the pot cumbersome; handle size feels small compared to competitors; slight inconsistencies in listed dimensions and weight across sources; recommendation to hand wash despite dishwasher safety.
What People Are Saying
“really great for browning”
“among the best qualified Dutch ovens”
How It Compares
vs. Le Creuset 5.5 qt Dutch Oven
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Staub for better browning and a compact footprint; choose Le Creuset if you prefer larger handles and a glossy finish.
vs. Staub 4 qt Round Cocotte
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Disadvantages
Opt for the 5 qt Tall when you need more capacity; stick with the 4 qt Round for a more compact, lighter option.
