Staub Cocotte 5qt Cherry
Score: 85/100
KitchenAid Seasoned Black
Score: 86/100Rankings
KitchenAid's 6-quart seasoned cast-iron Dutch oven offers exceptional heat retention, a self-basting lid, and universal cooktop compatibility, making it a workhorse for braising and baking. Its substantial weight and hand-wash-only care can be drawbacks. Perfect for serious home chefs needing a versatile, heavy-duty pot.
The Staub 5-qt Tall Cocotte offers premium heat retention, a self-basting lid, and tall capacity for larger batches while fitting a compact footprint. Its heft, small handles, and careful cleaning requirements limit ease of use for some cooks. Best suited for serious home chefs who value French craftsmanship and versatile stovetop/oven performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 qt | 6 qtbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.6 lbbest | 15.25 lb |
500 °Fbest | 500 °Fbest | |
9.45 in | 10.5 inbest | |
7.24 inbest | 6.5 in | |
11.89 inbest | 10.5 in |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (qt) | 5 qt | 6 qt |
Convenience(1) | ||
Dishwasher Safe | true | false |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Width (in) | 9.45 in | 10.5 in |
Height (in) | 7.24 in | 6.5 in |
Depth (in) | 11.89 in | 10.5 in |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Material | Enameled cast iron | cast iron |
Weight (lb) | 11.6 lb | 15.25 lb |
Lid Type | Self-basting | self-basting |
Finish | Black matte | Black |
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Professional reviewers and editors describe the Staub 5 qt Tall Cocotte as one of the best-qualified Dutch ovens on the market, emphasizing its matte interior for exceptional browning, its tall shape for added capacity, and its reliable moisture-locking lid.
Everyday users consistently praise the pot for its flavor-enhancing browning, even heat distribution, and low-maintenance enamel. Common themes include admiration for the attractive colors and the ability to use it on induction. Recurring complaints focus on the heavy weight, handle size, and occasional discrepancies in the published specifications.
“really great for browning”
“among the best qualified Dutch ovens”
Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the Dutch oven for its superior heat retention, even cooking, and the innovative self-basting lid that locks in moisture.
Everyday users express strong satisfaction, highlighting the even heating, durability, and versatile compatibility across stovetop, oven, and grill.
