Cuisinart Contour 12-Quart
Score: 87/100
Made In 5-Ply Stock Pot
Score: 88/100Rankings
Made In's 12-Quart Stock Pot offers a professional-grade 5-ply construction with rapid boil performance and a tight-sealing lid for large-batch cooking. Its substantial weight and wide footprint can be cumbersome in smaller kitchens. Best suited for serious cooks needing high capacity and durability.
The Cuisinart Contour 12-Quart Stockpot offers premium stainless-steel construction with even heating and induction compatibility. Its weight and the lid's lower oven-temperature limit are notable trade-offs. Ideal for home cooks who need a versatile, high-performance pot for large batches.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
11.36 litersbest | 11.36 litersbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.63 kg | 3.175 kgbest |
260 °C | 427 °Cbest | |
27.1 cmbest | 16.5 cm | |
27.3 cm | 36.83 cmbest | |
26.5 cmbest | 16.51 cm | |
— | 31.5 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(6) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.63 kg | 3.175 kg |
Oven Safe Temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 427 °C |
Cooktop Compatibility | gas, electric, glass, halogen, induction | Gas, electric, induction |
Height (cm) | 27.1 cm | 16.5 cm |
Width (cm) | 27.3 cm | 36.83 cm |
Length (cm) | 26.5 cm | 16.51 cm |
Design(4) | ||
Handle Type | riveted cool-grip stainless steel | looped |
Lid Material | tempered glass | stainless steel |
Construction | stainless steel with aluminum-encapsulated base | 5-ply |
Rim Type | tapered | angled |
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Professional reviewers and editors praise the Contour stockpot for its high-quality stainless-steel build, even heat distribution, and versatile stovetop and oven compatibility.
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Contour stockpot for its high-quality stainless-steel build, even heat distribution, and versatile stovetop and oven compatibility.
“Boils water extremely quickly, especially on induction.”
“Buy-it-for-life quality: durable, perfect size, lid always fits right.”
Professional reviewers praise the Made In pot for its over-engineered 5-ply construction, 360-degree cladding, and rapid boil performance, noting it eliminates hot spots and delivers consistent results across gas, electric, and induction cooktops. Editors highlight the premium Italian craftsmanship, lifetime warranty, and the pot's versatility for tasks like blanching, canning, and stock-making.
Everyday users consistently commend the pot for its lightning-fast boiling, durable build quality, and ergonomic design, especially the low height and tight-sealing lid. The most common theme is the desire for larger capacity options, though no major functional complaints are reported.
