From Reddit discussions we collected, sentiment about Caraway cookware is mixed but leans negative. While some users enjoy the sleek design, non-toxic branding, and strong customer service, many criticize the pans for poor durability, staining, heat sensitivity, and inflated marketing-driven pricing.

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The Good

• Stylish and Aesthetic “Caraway is worth every damn penny!” (26 upvotes)
• Non-Toxic Appeal “Ceramic is not cancer causing like Teflon. Don’t pass off incorrect info. Good ceramic is PTFE, PFAS, and PFOA and metal free.” (24 upvotes)
• Responsive Customer Service “I can also personally say that Caraway has amazing customer care… A rep emailed me back in less than two hours and priority shipped a new package that arrived less than 48 hours later.” (34 upvotes)
• Great at First Use “I’ve had my Caraway pans for several months and they are still as good as new, and I cook a lot. I can still flick water in them and watch it bead up like on a freshly waxed car.” (34 upvotes)

The Not So Good

• Lacking Durability “And Caraway pans are utter shit. A fad brand that is as durable as a disposable Teflon pan.” (28 upvotes)
• Surface Wears Down Quickly “We are super careful with how we heat them and the utensils we used on them and they very quickly became scratched and lost their nonstick surface.” (14 upvotes)
• Prone to Stains “They also get stained very easily and can be difficult to clean.” (14 upvotes)
• Sensitive to Heat “The bottom of those pans (outside) cannot handle higher heat… the outsides have permanent flame markings. Nothing over a medium heat is recommended.” (29 upvotes)

Comparisons to alternatives

• Stainless Steel “Do yourself a favor and buy stainless steel.” (185 upvotes) “Stainless steel 100%… we fully expect to have our set for the next 15 years and maybe longer.” (25 upvotes) “Stainless steel is probably the ‘simplest’ because it’s lighter and much easier to clean.” (33 upvotes)
• Cast Iron & Carbon Steel “Also try stainless steel or cast iron and learn how to take care of them.” (42 upvotes) “Or carbon steel. It’s super nonstick once you’ve seasoned it.” (17 upvotes) “We do stainless steel, cast iron and 1 Le Creuset enameled CI, only.” (13 upvotes)
• Le Creuset & Staub for Longevity “For enameled cast iron that can transfer between stove and oven, I love my Le Creuset.” (29 upvotes) “I’m a Staub fan – made in France, like half the price of Le Creuset, very similar looks and durability.” (34 upvotes) “I really like Le Creuset… they cook really well and will last decades if you take care of them.” (51 upvotes)

The Verdict

Caraway pans look great on Instagram but underperform in real kitchens. While fans highlight their stylish design, smooth non-toxic coating, and excellent customer service, most users say they don’t last, stain easily, and are not worth the premium price.

For everyday cooking, Reddit strongly recommends investing in stainless steel, cast iron, or long-trusted brands like Le Creuset and Staub. Caraway may work as a starter set for light use, but serious home cooks call them a marketing-driven fad, not long-term cookware.

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