Lodge 5-Quart Dutch Oven
Score: 75/100
Overmont 5.5-Quart Dutch Oven
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Overmont 5.5-quart enameled Dutch oven delivers excellent heat retention, a tight-fitting lid, and comes with useful accessories like handle covers and a cookbook. Its heavy mass and hot handles, plus a limited one-year warranty, are drawbacks. Best for home cooks who value moisture-locking performance and included extras.
The Lodge 5-Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven is a pre-seasoned, heavy-duty pot with a lifetime limited warranty, offering classic cast-iron performance. It lacks an enamel finish and dishwasher compatibility, making it heavier to handle and requiring seasoning care. Ideal for cooks who value traditional cast-iron durability and versatility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 qt | 5.5 qtbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.78 lbbest | 13.29 lb |
— | 500 °Fbest | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
12.56 in | 13 inbest | |
5.5 inbest | 4.7 in | |
12.56 inbest | 4.5 in |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 5 qt | 5.5 qt |
Service(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | Lifetime years | 1 years |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Width (in) | 12.56 in | 13.0 in |
Height (in) | 5.5 in | 4.7 in |
Depth (in) | 12.56 in | 4.5 in |
Build & Design(5) | ||
Material | Cast Iron | Cast iron |
Weight (lb) | 12.78 lb | 13.29 lb |
Handle Type | Dual Loop Handle | Dual side handles |
Lid Type | Standard lid | Tight‑fitting |
Finish | Black | Cherry red |
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