Lodge Cast Iron Round Griddle
Score: 85/100
Victoria Skillet 10-inch
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Lodge L9OG3 10.5-inch Cast Iron Griddle offers a spacious, pre-seasoned surface ideal for pancakes, tortillas, and outdoor cooking. At around 4.5 lb, it can be heavy to lift, and occasional sticking requires proper oiling. Great for home and camp cooks who value durability and even heating.
The Victoria 10-inch cast-iron skillet is a preseasoned pan featuring extra-thick edges, dual pour spouts, and a long curved handle for ergonomic use. Its heaviness and lack of a lid or dishwasher compatibility are notable compromises. Ideal for cooks who want a versatile, cast-iron skillet for stovetop, oven, grill, and campfire cooking and don't mind hand-washing.
| Attribute | | |
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| ↓ lower better | 1.94 kg | 1.089 kgbest |
— | 2.03 Lbest | |
232 °Cbest | — |
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Build & Design(4) | ||
Material | Cast iron | Cast Iron |
Weight (kg) | 1.94 kg | 1.089 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H × W × L) (cm) | 26.96 x 3.81 x 40.30 cm cm | 5.3 × 41.4 × 25.4 cm cm |
Handle Type | Integral | Long handle |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Cooktop Compatibility | Stovetop (including induction), oven, grill, campfire | Induction, Gas, Electric Coil, Oven, Grill, Campfire |
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Professional reviewers commend the Lodge L9OG3 for its versatile, ready-to-use design, excellent heat retention, and broad heat-source compatibility, while noting the typical cast-iron sticking as a minor drawback. Its American-made heritage and PFAS-free construction add to its appeal for discerning cooks.
Everyday users appreciate the griddle's size, durability, and ability to handle breakfast staples and outdoor cooking, but recurring complaints focus on occasional sticking and the heft of the 4.5-lb cast iron piece.
“probably one of my favorite things in the kitchen”
“adequate surface area for larger tortillas with room to spare”
Professional sources, though limited, commend the Victoria skillet for its even heat distribution, ergonomic long handle that stays cooler, and the ready-to-use flaxseed-oil preseasoning. They also note its versatility on induction and other cooktops, but criticize the missing lid and its relatively heavy feel compared with lighter-weight alternatives.
Everyday shoppers generally praise the skillet's solid grip, immediate usability thanks to preseasoning, and deep capacity for sauces, while repeatedly mentioning the heaviness, need for hand-washing, and absence of a lid as common pain points.
