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From the inventors of hard-anodized nonstick cookware comes Circulon ScratchDefense™. Open up a new dimension in scratch resistance and unbeatable nonstick performance and longevity with ground-breaking ScratchDefense™ nonstick technology that applies aerospace-grade durability to eliminate scratching, sticking, and flaking for our most advanced nonstick yet. Cook with complete confidence using this dishwasher-safe 12-inch frying pan with a triple-layer nonstick cooking surface that lasts 130X longer than the competition and stands up to laboratory tests simulating 200+ years of daily wear and tear. An aluminum core delivers fast, all-over heat delivery and a thick, induction-suitable stainless steel base boosts durability and heat retention. Circulon ScratchDefense™ - EXTREME NONSTICK THAT WON’T SCRATCH. EVER.
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Limited Lifetime Warranty
Fast Shipping & 30-Day Returns
Trusted For Over 40 Years
Scratch Free,
Worry Free. Forever.
Circulon ScratchDefense™ is a safer, tougher nonstick that's laboratory‑tested to withstand up to 200 years of everyday use.*
Us After
350,000 Scrapes
vs.
Them After
5 Scrapes
130x longer lasting than the competition
Than leading competitor nonstick in a metal utensil scratch test performed at 200°C/392°F
Overall rating: 4.654343 / 5 from 2786 reviews.
This 12-inch frying pan offers unbeatable nonstick performance, scratch resistance, and durability. Customers praise its even cooking, quick heating, and excellent quality. The nonstick surface is highly rated, and the pan's design ensures long-lasting use.
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"I love everything about my 12 piece set. I’ve never liked plastic utensils and I’m loving the freedom to use metal utensils without worrying about ruining the pans. The redesigned silicon handles are comfortable to grip and don’t have any hot spots. These pots and pans cook food beautifully and nothing seems to stick to them. Cleaning them is a breeze, too! I’m very happy with my purchase!"
"Definitely a non stick surface. They're easy to clean and have some nice features. My wife likes the lids with the pour holes to drain water and i like the nice grippy handles. Im glad I bought them."
"Excellent cookware. Extremely easy to cook in and clean. Beautiful to look at. I love the 6. 25-inch skillet, perfect for one egg and extremely cute!! I’ve owned and used Circulon products most of my adult life, since it first came out. Only disappointment, no 1-qt saucepan."
"I ordered a 10-piece Sratch Defense set that I've used a half-dozen times. Everything has performed very well. *One of the large lids was dented along the rim edge in the undamaged box, so that would mean it was dented at the production center and shipped anyway! I guess CIRCULON doesn't care enough to send out their best products as new."
"It has been over 20 years since I bought my last set of good pots and pans. Now retired with a collection of mismatched pots and pans I thought it was time to buy a new set. I wanted durability, nonstick, ease of cleaning, attractiveness and affordability (since I'm retired!) and the Circulon ScratchDefense description seemed to fit that bill. I ordered and they are every bit what I had hoped. Well packaged, nice weight, not flimsily light. After a couple of weeks' use I can add that they cook beautifully -- I've had nicely seared meats -- and clean-up even better. They are a joy! (I threw out all of my old pots and pans!) Thank you Circulon!"
"I bought Circulon cookware in the 70s when I moved out on my own. I tried every new “best” cookware that came along only to return to my Circulon. Today in 2026 Circulon stands alone in my kitchen as the best cookware available."
"I haven't had a chance to use the new cookware, but I have unpacked the box the cookware came in, and it was packed extremely well, and I am happy with the appearance of the new cookware."
"Love this line of pots and pans. These replaced ceramic ones I had that were not as nonstick as promised. So far I haven’t had to use any oil or cooking spray on these pans, and my food doesn’t stick."
"I bought my first Circulon in 2018 and this was my second. Couldn't be happier with the quality, longevity, and amount of things you can use it for! Easy to clean and take care of, easy to cook with, and overall best quality for the affordable price. Highly recommend and will continue to build my collection."
"Bought th 12 before, buy wanted a smaller one to make eggs. Price 200, but was sale price 170, nice. These have better non stick and the heavy bottoms which I like. Great set, bought the 3 at sauce pan awhile ago, great pan. Great product."
