Meet the Pan that Made Me Breakup with My Cheap Amazon Cookware

You know when you go through those ruts that make cooking seem like the biggest hassle in the world? That was me, just a few months ago.

Then, my best friend (an incredible cook) told me about the Always Pan 2.0 by Our Place. She said it was easy to clean and could do the work of 10 different cooking gadgets—in fact, she stopped using her old pans altogether.

With a testimony like that from a person like her, I decided to try it. Here's what I discovered when I compared the Our Place Always Pan 2.0 to the cheap Amazon pans I had been using for years:

1. Toxic-free & safe for everyday use

• Cheap Amazon Pans: Did you know many cheap pans are made with questionable materials? We’re talking PFAS (including PTFEs and PFOAs), lead, and cadmium—all stuff I don’t want anywhere near my food. PFAS can literally stay in your body FOREVER...and the worst part is, they are carcinogens, so they can be absolutely detrimental to your health. Goodbye cheap Amazon pans - I am not taking any more chances!
• Our Place Pan: Luckily, the Always Pan 2.0 doesn’t have any of those. In fact, it’s made with 100% post-consumer recycled aluminum and a nontoxic nonstick coating so it's completely safe for everyday use. That's a big win for me.

2. 10-in-1 versatility & clever design

• Cheap Amazon Pans: My old cheap Amazon pans could do maybe one or two things well. Fry an egg or cook some pasta, but that’s it.
• Our Place Pan: On the other hand, the Always Pan 2.0 can do so much more. Deep enough to roast a chicken and shallow enough to flip an egg, the Always Pan 2.0 is the gold standard for versatility. At 10.5-inch in diameter, this pan braises, sears, steams, strains, sautes, fries, boils, bakes, serves, stores - it’s like having 10 different pans in one. You can even put it in the oven up to 450°F! Talk about a space saver.

3. Easy clean up with nonstick coating that actually lasts

• Cheap Amazon Pans: Ever had a pan that starts to stick after a few uses? I know my so-called “nonstick” Amazon pans started sticking after the second week of using them. That's because the "nonstick" coating can literal peels off after a few uses on higher heat levels... There's nothing I hate more than having to stand over the sink, aggressively scrubbing off food scraps after cooking up a meal.
• Our Place Pan: This is not the case with the Always Pan 2.0, which features its advanced Thermakind™ ceramic nonstick coating that lasts 50% longer than other nonstick pans. No more ruined eggs or pancakes that stick to the pan! And because the food doesn’t stick, I can say with absolute certainty that I save sooo much time cleaning the dishes now that I upgraded. The Always Pan 2.0 is an absolute breeze to clean, and looks good as new with very little effort.

4. Saves me $ in the long run

• Cheap Amazon Pans: It's so great to buy pans for less than $30... until you realize that they last >6 months. Handles can break off, nonstock coatings can burn off, and they just slow me down in the kitchen.
• Our Place Pan: The Always Pan 2.0 usually costs $150, BUT IT'S ON SALE FOR A LIMITED TIME FOR $105! I totally understand that it's on the pricer side, but this pan can actually last a lifetime. Plus this isn't just a pan—it's an entire package! It comes with a modular steam-release lid, a nesting Beechwood spatula, and even a steamer basket and colander. On top of that, Our Place offers a 1-year limited warranty and 100-day trial, as well as free shipping and returns! To me it's a no-brainer—I'd much rather invest in a high quality pan once than have to replace cheap pans every few months.

My Verdict

Look, I get it. This pan isn't necessarily cheap, but when you consider the fact that the Always Pan 2.0 doesn’t use harmful chemicals and has 10 different functions, it’s a no-brainer. Oh, and did I mention how pretty it is?😍 PLUS, OUR PLACE HAS AN INSANE HOLIDAY DEAL that is still live for a limited time, so it's the perfect place to buy all your gifts! You can purchase the Our Place Always Pan 2.0 for $105 instead of $150, and check out the deals on their other products while you're at it - everything is up to 46% off!

Goodbye, cheap Amazon pans! We’ve been through a lot together, but I don’t think I’ll miss you.