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Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 12-Piece Cookware Set

Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 12-Piece Cookware Set

Based on 55 comments across 1 community
TL;DR
Owners overwhelmingly treat this Tramontina tri-ply set as the smart-money alternative to All-Clad, praising its durability, even heat, and value, with many sets going strong after a decade. Like all stainless, it rewards good technique: preheat properly and food won't stick, and a little Bar Keepers Friend keeps staining and discoloration in check. The main gripes are handle comfort, an occasional loose rivet or pour-edge complaint, and a few outlier reports of warping.

85% of 55 verified owners recommend the Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad 12-Piece Cookware Set.

What 55 owners say
587 comments reviewed · scored on the 55 clearest verdicts
85%
Recommend
47 owners
10%
Neutral
5 owners
5%
Don't recommend
3 owners
Last 6 months:83% recommend(18 recent verdicts)→ holding steady vs older reviews
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What owners like
  • Outstanding value, often described as All-Clad-level performance for a fraction of the price · 14 · 25%
  • Durable, long-lasting fully clad tri-ply construction that holds up for years · 12 · 22%
  • Cooks well with even, well-retained heat once preheated · 6 · 11%
  • Cleans up to look like new with a little Bar Keepers Friend · 6 · 11%
  • Versatile and easy to live with: oven-safe, induction-ready (newer pieces), and dishwasher-tolerant · 5 · 9%
What owners flag
  • Staining and discoloration build up on cooking surfaces and exteriors · 5 · 9%
  • Handles can feel awkward to some and rivets occasionally loosen over time · 4 · 7%
  • Food sticks if technique is off, with fried eggs a common struggle · 4 · 7%
  • No drip or lipped edge on some pieces, so pouring liquids can dribble · 3 · 5%
  • Isolated reports of warping or deforming and shorter lifespan · 3 · 5%

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Reddit▼ don’t recommend

my sister has used has all clads for 20+ years. Tramontina ones lasted 3-5 years at different times they were deformed or handling became wonkier. now we all just buy all-clad.

Reddit▲ recommend

I got a Tramontina set (Tri-Clad) for $50 because the guy thought they were permanently stained. A little BKF and some elbow grease later and I had a practically new looking set. That Tramontina set is only around $230 new anyways and I think it's a great alternative to the more expensive All-Clad sets.

Reddit— neutral

Are the Viking pieces as good as the Tramontina? I didn't like the handles at all and I don't recall seeing any Viking sauce pots with SS lids at any of the stores I went to.

Reddit— neutral

Not commenter but I swapped out my most used pans from a similar Tramontina set for Demeyere. Still use plenty of that set still, though.

Reddit▲ recommend

I did a couple nights ago. Cooking was great! I love the feel of them. I have some ‘stains’ on the bottom of my pasta pot 🫣 but not on my pan the I cooked ground beef and pasta sauce!

Reddit▼ don’t recommend

Bought this set in november 2022, going to return them soon because the rivets are loosening so the handles have become ‘wobbly’

Reddit— neutral

I love my Tramontina but if you have induction make sure you only buy the new ones, the older ones don't work.

Reddit▲ recommend

For longevity, tri-ply stainless steel is the way to go. It’s indestructible and won't flake like nonstick. I’ve had my Tramontina set for a decade and it still looks new.

Reddit▼ don’t recommend

I have the same set, and honestly every time I use them for eggs its 50/50, i keep a small squeeze bottle of water next to oven now just to see if its hot enough (leidenfrost) but no matter what i do its always a mixed result. Cold oil, room temp oil, soft butter, cold butter etc etc, ive just resigned it to being a sear/fond sauce maker. Side note - Im pret

Reddit— neutral

No real difference in performance. The only functional difference would be which handle you prefer.

Reddit▲ recommend

Got a Tramontina set off of our wedding registry and have loved the pans! Keep some Bar Keeper's Friend on hand and you'll have clean, shiny pans for a long time to come!

Reddit▲ recommend

I just got the 12-piece version of this set a few weeks ago, and I absolutely love it. If you have the money to spring for the 12 or 13 piece, I’d recommend it. I do wish I had the 12” fry pan.

Reddit— neutral

Get the set with the flared rims. The straight rims pour terribly.

Reddit▲ recommend

They're the same thickness, use pretty much the same stainless steel quality, and the handles on Tramontina are far better. All-Clad is never worth the premium over nearly identical construction.

Reddit▲ recommend

I have the second set. Would highly recommend. They are about 7 years old now and look great except for the staining I have around the inside walls of the saute pan.

Reddit▲ recommend

I got the 8 piece Tramontina set with stainless steel lids for $200 on Amazon, and I ordered the 12 inch pan separately for like $40. I use every single one of them, but I’m someone who cooks frequently.

Reddit▲ recommend

Same got ours years ago and we cook A LOT and after a good scrub look brand new. Only gripe is no drip edge so when pouring out any liquid get a drip or two

Reddit▲ recommend

I was given an old tramontina sauce pan from the 70’s a few years back, and that thing has been solid for nearly 50 years, so I recently bought the Tramontina set you posted and I’m over the moon with it.

Reddit▲ recommend

Have had the tri ply tramontina for 5 years, put it in the dishwasher, whatever, and it’s been great. Also have some made-in stuff, but for the price tramontina has been wonderful and will likely buy more.

Reddit▲ recommend

I bought the 2 frying pan set in this series earlier this year and I've been very happy with them, especially for the money. You'll pay three times as much before you start getting noticeably better quality.

Reddit▲ recommend

Have the D3 and Tramontina, I haven’t noticed a big difference. In the rare occasions I’m feeling extra lazy, I feel safer putting the Tramontina into the dishwasher because it’s fully sealed vs. the All Clad.

Reddit▲ recommend

I have both- All Clad D3 set and the Sam’s 14 piece Tramontina set with the stainless lids. The only differences I notice is the Tramontina set I have doesn’t have a lipped edge like my All Clad and the handles.

Reddit▲ recommend

The ones with the stainless steel lids are Brazilian made and more expensive but I’d recommend getting the Brazilian made ones! I have the set and they are nice! Do not get the Chinese Made line they are not as good

Reddit▲ recommend

I have used both brands before and found the Tramontina set to be more durable over time. The Lagostina looks nice and has more pieces but the build quality of the Tramontina feels more substantial for daily cooking.

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