Viking 3-Ply Stock Pot
Score: 87/100
Made In 5-Ply Stock Pot
Score: 88/100Rankings
Made In's 12-Quart Stock Pot offers a professional-grade 5-ply construction with rapid boil performance and a tight-sealing lid for large-batch cooking. Its substantial weight and wide footprint can be cumbersome in smaller kitchens. Best suited for serious cooks needing high capacity and durability.
The Viking 12-Quart Stock Pot offers professional-grade 3-ply construction, a lifetime warranty, and a high oven tolerance of 316 °C. Its substantial weight and premium price may limit appeal for casual cooks. Best for chefs and serious home cooks who demand top performance and durability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
11.36 litersbest | 11.36 litersbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.72 kg | 3.175 kgbest |
316 °C | 427 °Cbest | |
23.5 cmbest | 16.5 cm | |
33.02 cm | 36.83 cmbest | |
27.94 cmbest | 16.51 cm | |
27.94 cm | 31.5 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(7) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.72 kg | 3.175 kg |
Oven Safe Temperature (°C) | 316 °C | 427 °C |
Cooktop Compatibility | Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction | Gas, electric, induction |
Height (cm) | 23.5 cm | 16.5 cm |
Width (cm) | 33.02 cm | 36.83 cm |
Length (cm) | 27.94 cm | 16.51 cm |
Diameter (cm) | 27.94 cm | 31.5 cm |
Design(4) | ||
Material | Stainless steel | stainless steel |
Handle Type | Riveted stay-cool | looped |
Lid Material | Metal | stainless steel |
Construction | 3-ply | 5-ply |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers describe the Viking stock pot as chef-grade and award-winning, emphasizing its 3-ply clad construction, thick aluminum core, and magnetic exterior for rapid, uniform boils.
Home users consistently praise the pot for its outstanding bulk-cooking performance, even heat distribution, sturdy build, and attractive mirror finish.
“Boils water extremely quickly, especially on induction.”
“Buy-it-for-life quality: durable, perfect size, lid always fits right.”
Professional reviewers praise the Made In pot for its over-engineered 5-ply construction, 360-degree cladding, and rapid boil performance, noting it eliminates hot spots and delivers consistent results across gas, electric, and induction cooktops. Editors highlight the premium Italian craftsmanship, lifetime warranty, and the pot's versatility for tasks like blanching, canning, and stock-making.
Everyday users consistently commend the pot for its lightning-fast boiling, durable build quality, and ergonomic design, especially the low height and tight-sealing lid. The most common theme is the desire for larger capacity options, though no major functional complaints are reported.
