Lodge Double 5-Quart
Score: 81/100
Crock-Pot Artisan Round Purple
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Lodge 5-quart cast iron double Dutch oven features a reversible lid that doubles as a skillet, providing versatile cooking options from stovetop to campfire. Its weight and lack of dishwasher safety may be drawbacks for some users. Great for outdoor enthusiasts and home cooks who value multifunctional, pre-seasoned cast iron.
The Crock-Pot Artisan 7-qt Dutch oven delivers flawless heat distribution and robust heat retention, making it ideal for stews, roasts, and breads. Its heavy weight, enamel fragility, and lack of dishwasher safety are notable drawbacks. Best suited for home cooks who prioritize performance and style over portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 qt | 7 qtbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.13 lbbest | 14.2 lb |
— | 500 °Fbest | |
11.15 inbest | 10.5 in | |
5.55 inbest | 5.5 in | |
11.15 inbest | 10.5 in |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 5 qt | 7 qt |
Performance(2) | ||
Heat Distribution | Even | Excellent |
Heat Retention | Excellent | High |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Width (in) | 11.15 in | 10.5 in |
Height (in) | 5.55 in | 5.5 in |
Depth (in) | 11.15 in | 10.5 in |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Material | Cast iron | Enameled Cast Iron |
Weight (lb) | 13.13 lb | 14.2 lb |
Lid Type | Lid converts to 10.25" skillet | Self-basting |
Finish | Black | Porcelain enamel |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Everyday users consistently praise the product's versatility, especially the dual-function lid, and its heat retention, while noting the need for hand washing and heavy weight.
Professional reviewers commend the Dutch oven for its flawless heat distribution, enamel that eliminates seasoning, and versatile oven-to-stovetop use up to 500 °F, describing it as a stylish, solid-performing kitchen essential.
“I think food just tastes better cooked in cast iron pan. The reason I chose this Dutch Oven was the versatile lid that also doubles as a skillet.”
“I use this 'upside down' for baking boules of bread. I put the bread in the lid and cover it with the deep base. This allows me to not have to reach down into a dutch oven to place my dough or retrieve it. Aside from that, it's classic Lodge quality cast iron.”
“Cooked my dish more quickly and evenly than imagined”
Everyday consumers consistently praise the pot for delivering tender meats, quick and even cooking of soups and breads, and its attractive design, rating ease of use and quality highly; recurring concerns focus on the heavy weight, enamel care requirements, lack of dishwasher compatibility, and occasional shipping imperfections.
