We’ve all gone through a fair share of non-stick pans over the years—usually replacing them every 18 months when the coating inevitably chips or wears off. After upgrading to the Viking PureGlide Pro 3-Ply 10-Piece Set, I’m ready to say the cycle of throw-away cookware is over. This set is a tank, but it cooks with the finesse of a high-end French skillet.
Here is why this set has earned a permanent spot on my stove:
Built Like a Tank (Seriously, it feels indestructible) . From the moment you lift one of these pans, you can feel the difference. They have a reassuring weight to them without being unmanageably heavy like cast iron. The 3-ply construction (stainless steel exterior, aluminum core, and that unique titanium interior) feels incredibly sturdy. Unlike cheaper aluminum pans that warp when you look at them wrong, these sit perfectly flat on the burner. You get the sense that these are heirloom pieces intended to last a lifetime, not just a few years.
Metal Utensils? No Problem. The biggest game-changer for me is the durability of the non-stick coating. Viking uses a textured titanium surface that is chemical-free (no PFOA/PFAS), and they claim it’s safe for metal utensils. It releases eggs and delicate fish effortlessly, but I don’t have to baby it like my old ceramic pans. It’s the best of both worlds: the searing power of stainless steel with the easy cleanup of non-stick.
Smart Storage & Stacking One of my biggest gripes with 10-piece sets is that they often take over the entire kitchen. I was pleasantly surprised by how well these nest together. The frying pans and saucepans stack neatly, allowing me to store the entire set in one standard lower cabinet without it looking like a junk drawer explosion. If you have a smaller kitchen or just hate clutter, the “stackability” of this set is a huge unexpected bonus.
The Viking PureGlide Pro set is an investment, but one that pays off immediately. You get the professional heating performance Viking is famous for, combined with a non-stick surface that can actually take a beating. If you are tired of replacing your “durable” pans every two years, do yourself a favor and switch to these. Highly recommended!
Highlights from the manufacturer:
ADVANCED NONSTICK RELEASE: Titanium cooking surface with effortless release.
ULTRA-DURABLE, METAL UTENSIL SAFE: Use metal tools worry-free. Tested to withstand 5,000 cycles with a pizza cutter.*.
PURE, CHEMICAL-FREE COOKING: No Chemicals, simply pure performance.
3-PLY PROFESSIONAL GRADE: Multi-clad for fast uniform heating.
Viking PureGlide Pro 3-Ply Cookware is built for performance, featuring a stainless steel exterior, aluminum core, and titanium nonstick cooking surface that’s free from PFAS, PTFEs, and PFOAs. Crafted for versatility, it is compatible with all cooktops (including induction) and oven-safe up to 600° F. It’s designed to maximize heat transfer for energy-efficient sautéing, searing, and braising.
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Disclosure: Viking provided us with this set for testing, but opinions are and always will be totally our own. No financial compensation was involved.
