Gotham Steel Frying Pan, 14-Inch

Technical details

The standout feature is its extra-wide 14-inch cooking surface, which gives you room to cook a larger batch in one pan instead of crowding a smaller skillet. A glass lid is included, so you can cover food while keeping it in view.

The pan has a triple-layer ceramic nonstick coating reinforced with titanium and diamond, an aluminum body, and an encapsulated base. The coating is described as PFAS-free. A riveted stainless steel handle and front helper handle provide two points of control when moving the pan.

There is a practical tradeoff to the larger format: a full skillet can be awkward to lift or store. The listing does not state the pan’s weight, so its handling when loaded is hard to judge without that measurement.

What it works with

This skillet is listed as induction compatible and oven safe, making it useful for stovetop cooking that may finish in the oven. The lid helps hold heat and moisture for covered cooking, such as simmering or steaming, while the clear glass lets you check progress without lifting it.

For a weekend breakfast, the broad surface could let you cook pancakes in a larger batch rather than taking turns in a smaller pan. It also suits family-size portions of sautéed vegetables or a stir-fry. If you usually cook for one or two and rely on compact cookware, the 14-inch footprint may take up more room than you need.

Usage tips

Use the flat cooking area for foods that benefit from room to spread out, such as eggs, fish, or vegetables. The sloped sides make it easier to move food around, while the lid is useful when you want to keep moisture in during covered cooking. The helper handle is there for two-handed control, particularly when the pan is full, take care when transferring it, since a large loaded skillet can be cumbersome.

The nonstick surface is intended to release food with little or no oil, and the listing says the pan is dishwasher safe. If preserving the coating matters to you, everyday care instructions are not provided here, so avoid assuming that every cleaning or utensil habit is recommended. It suits you if you often cook larger portions and want an included lid. Not the best choice if counter, cabinet, or stovetop space is tight, or you prefer a smaller pan for quick single-serving meals.

Before you decide

Does the pan include a lid? Yes. A tempered glass lid is included, letting you monitor food while it cooks covered.

Can it be used on an induction cooktop? It is listed as induction compatible. The product information does not specify compatibility details for other cooktop types.

Is it dishwasher safe? The listing says it is dishwasher safe. It does not provide additional care instructions for the nonstick coating.

Buying verdict

This Gotham Steel skillet makes the most sense when your usual pan feels cramped and you want a wide cooking area, a lid, and a helper handle in the same piece. Its nonstick coating and stated oven and induction compatibility cover useful everyday cooking needs, but the size is also the main compromise: it calls for room on the range, in the sink, and in storage. Choose it for frequent batch cooking or family portions, look at a smaller skillet if easy handling and compact storage matter more than cooking a larger amount at once.