Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet with Silicone Handle Holder

Full review

Why it made the list

This is the larger sibling of Lodge's classic skillet, with a red silicone handle holder in the box. It was $26.68 on 2026-10-08, with 4.6 stars from 70,566 ratings on Amazon. The price came from a list view, and the page showed no price for the selected variant at one point, so confirm the price before you buy.

What you get

• A 12-inch pre-seasoned cast iron skillet with a teardrop handle
• A red silicone heat-resistant handle holder
• A seasoning that the maker says uses 100% natural vegetable oil, and a PFAS-free claim (manufacturer claims)
• A listing that says it is made without PFOA or PTFE
• A 1.89-liter capacity
• Use for searing, sautéing, baking, frying and campfire cooking, made in the USA

What buyers say

According to Amazon's review summary, customers find the skillet durable and versatile and say it works on induction. They praise it for searing steaks and cooking cornbread. They also say it is functional, easy to clean and well built, and that it gets better with age. Quality has about 7,225 positive and 672 negative mentions, durability has about 1,700 mentions and versatility about 1,500.

Opinion is divided in three places. On size (2,700 mentions), some call it perfect for one person while others say it is much smaller than expected. Weight (1,500 mentions) and nonstick (1,100 mentions) are mixed too. If you are on the fence, look at the measurements on the listing rather than the name alone.

How to use it well

These are general cast iron habits. Dry the pan completely after washing, wipe on a thin layer of oil and store it dry. Preheat before cooking. The handle holder is for stovetop use, so check the instructions before using it in the oven or on a grill, since silicone has temperature limits. Because the pan is heavy, use two hands when it is full.

Our score

8.0 out of 10. We start at 8.0. The 4.6 star average is under our 4.7 threshold, so no ratings bonus. We did not add the reviewer bonus because this is not one of our anchor picks. No negative theme is flagged for the pan, only mixed feedback on size, weight and nonstick, so there is no deduction.

Bottom line

A strong, long-lived pan with a helpful handle cover. The only real risk is size and weight, so check the dimensions against your stove and your wrists.