High-end cookware is a luxury to have and a joy to cook with. But it can also be cost-prohibitive for many people. And the reality is that there are many budget brands that produce cookware that rivals some of the big-dollar ones. Amazon Basics is one such brand, and we’ve compiled a list of its kitchenware items that look just as snazzy (and often perform just as well) as their more expensive counterparts.
Coveting a Le Creuset? This enameled dutch oven from Amazon Basics makes a fabulous stand-in. Need a cast-iron skillet? This one comes in at a fraction of the price you’d pay for an artisan model (and it’s pre-seasoned!). And if you’re looking to replace your old Teflon cookware with something ceramic, try this set of three frying pans that comes in at under $60.
No matter what you’re looking for, chances are you’ll find an affordable version thanks to our list of picks from Amazon.
10 Amazon Basics Kitchen Items That Look More Expensive Than They Are
- Statement Piece: When you think of enameled cast iron dutch ovens, Le Creuset often comes to mind. But Amazon Basics makes a $50 one that boasts the same 500°F heat tolerance as its French counterpart. While it doesn’t come in quite as many colors, it’ll still make a statement in your kitchen — $50
- Built for Braising: Speaking of Le Creuset resemblance, this covered round casserole skillet looks very similar to the former brand’s cast iron braiser. But at under $70, it won’t set you back nearly as much — $64
- Baker’s Best Friend: Silpat baking mats usually run around $20 a piece, but this set of two silicone baking mats from Amazon Basics comes in at $16 (making them just $8 a pop). They’re basically like reusable parchment sheets, letting you bake to your hearts content without all the wasted paper — $16
- Boom, Roasted: Stop in a high-end cookware store and you’ll easily pay over $200 for a good roasting pan. But this stainless steel model from Amazon Basics comes in under $70, and it even comes with a rack — $63
- Cast Iron: Artisan cast-iron skillets can easily run upwards of $100. But this 15-inch Amazon Basics version is under $50, and it even comes pre-seasoned — $45
- Indestructible: This 6-piece bakeware set is made of sturdy, durable carbon steel, and it runs at a fraction of the cost of big-name brands like Nordic Ware or Chicago Metallic. Plus, it’s nonstick! — $34
- Shiny, Shiny: This gleaming 5-piece set of stainless steel cookware is just as pretty as the ones from Viking or All-Clad. And it’s compatible with all cooktop types, including induction — $77
- Old School: This bestselling set of three glass baking dishes looks just like the Pyrex ones your mom and grandma used. And they all have lids! — $24
- New Favorite Egg Pan: Fried eggs don’t stand a chance against the slick surface of these nonstick ceramic skillets. You can get a set of three pans for under $60, and the creamy color will look so chic on your stovetop — $57
- Organization Station: These glass food storage containers are around half the price of similar sets from Rubbermaid. They can withstand temperatures up to 1,076°F, and the leak-proof locking lids will ensure nothing spills out in your fridge — $29
