5-Quart Saute Pan: Nonstick 5 qt. Pan with Lid

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5-Quart A1 ScratchDefense™ Nonstick Saute Pan with Lid

ScratchDefense™ A1 Series

5-Quart A1 ScratchDefense™ Nonstick Saute Pan with Lid

$109.99

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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 5-quart saute 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.

SKU

81835

Body Material: Aluminum
Exterior Finish: Nonstick
Interior Surface: Nonstick
Handles: Cast Stainless Steel with Silicone
Lid Materia: Tempered Glass

To see CA AB1200 disclosures for this product, visit our Product Disclosures page.

Dishwasher Safe: Yes
Oven Safe Temperature: 400°F
Induction Suitable: Yes
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Fast Shipping & 30-Day Returns

Trusted For Over 40 Years

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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

Experience Next-Generation Nonstick
with ScratchDefense™

Overall rating: 4.6548386 / 5 from 2790 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This 5-quart saute pan offers unbeatable nonstick performance, extreme scratch resistance, and fast, even heat distribution. Customers praise its durability, sleek appearance, and versatile size, making it a top choice for confident cooking.

Summary topics

Nonstick Performance (4%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the skillet, stating that it is the best they have ever had.
Lid Usability (4%): Opinions vary, but the lid is sturdy, easy to use, and well-made.
Product Size (5%): It was highlighted by customers that the size of the product is perfect, great, and versatile.
Product Appearance (6%): It was reported by customers that the product looks great and has a sleek and expensive appearance.

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Review highlights

"Perfect pan, great size cooks evenly and dishwasher safe for fast cleanup." — Michael M.
"The quality is way better than I expected, the color is attractive and the even temperatured cooking has been great!" — Alice M.
"No more food sticking, easy to clean, have been able to almost eliminate any oil in cooking" — claire r.

Reviews

Excellent cookware, do far.

"I have been researching non-stick, scratch resistant cookware for a long while. After much research and customer reviews, I decided on Circulon ScratchDefense. I have only used them a few times now, but I am quite impressed with their performance. Just as advertised! They are not bulky heavy, and food does not stick on the surfaces. They clean up very easily and look great. My wife commented on how light they are compared to our old set. I expect these to last quite a while, considering the quality feel and construction. Glad I made these my choice for non-stick, non-scratch cookware. Nice to be able to use a variety of utensils on them without fear of damaging them (PS: I mostly used acacia wood utensils, but occasionally have used steel also. )."

— Donald H. (5/5)

Definitely a non stick surface.

"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."

— Chad C. (5/5)

ScratchDefense

"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."

— Linda P. (5/5)

Cookware works great, even damaged

"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."

— JONATHAN Z. (4/5)

SO FAR, THIS SET EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS!

"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!"

— Mary E. (5/5)

Still the best in 50 years!

"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."

— Linda W. (5/5)

good cookware

"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."

— Dan P. (5/5)

Best nonstick pots and pans

"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."

— Stacey W. (5/5)

Favorite Pan by Far

"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."

— Katie C. (5/5)

3 pans

"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."

— Paul R. (5/5)

Q&A

Will the scratch defense A1 series kid fit the this pan: The diameter of the sauté pan is approximately 10 inches. The lid is 12 inches.
Can Circulon be used on gas stoves? I was told that’s why I have to replace mine so often because they should not be used on gas burners?: The Circulon ScratchDefense collection is suitable for use on induction stovetops, it is also suitable for use on glass, ceramic, gas and electric cooktops.
Does Circulon make a Wok?: Hi Peggy! Yes, in fact Circulon were a pioneer in designing and engineering the first flat-bottom wok - an important feature providing safety and comfort when cooking. In addition, the flat bottom wok ensures high-heat conduction particularly when cooking on induction. You can take a look at our wok options [HERE](https://circulon.com/search?q=wok&type=product).
What is the depth of the pan?: Thank you for reaching out to us. The overall depth is approximately 4-inches.