Lodge Cast Iron Round Griddle
Score: 85/100
Victoria Skillet 12-inch Black
Score: 82/100Rankings
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.
Victoria's 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet delivers even heating and a handy helper handle, with a pre-seasoned surface ready for use. Its heft and requirement for regular seasoning may deter some users. Best suited for serious home cooks who value performance over lightweight convenience.
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| ↓ lower better | 1.94 kgbest | 3.04 kg |
232 °Cbest | — |
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Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.94 kg | 3.04 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H × W × L) (cm) | 26.96 x 3.81 x 40.30 cm cm | 5.3 × 33.8 × 50.8 cm cm |
Handle Type | Integral | Long curved + helper |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Cooktop Compatibility | Stovetop (including induction), oven, grill, campfire | Stovetop, induction, 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”
Editors and professional reviewers emphasize the Victoria skillet's strong heat retention, durable cast-iron build, and thoughtful details such as the helper handle and drip-free spouts, positioning it as a premium yet affordable option for serious home cooks who value performance over lightweight convenience.
Everyday users consistently commend the pan's even heating, oven-to-stovetop flexibility, and long-lasting durability, while noting the need for regular seasoning and the heft of the skillet as the primary trade-offs.
