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Krynken t1_ixojmyc wrote

Reply to comment by suckmydicktonight in BIFL Dutch oven: Le Creuset vs Lodge by DesignerAccount

I bought a lightly used Staub and it's my regular go-to. I love it.

For the life of me, I can't understand why people pay for Le Creuset.

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suckmydicktonight t1_ixokn76 wrote

Pretty colors, apparent reputation, product placement.

None that matters for food preparation.

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ErikRogers t1_ixopm2v wrote

Apparently they’re famously generous with their warranty

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gogozrx t1_ixoz298 wrote

With those prices, they can afford to be

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ErikRogers t1_ixozla9 wrote

That’s true. I just picked up a 35 dollar “President’s Choice” (Canadian grocery store private label) 5 qt enamelled. Really curious to see how it lasts. I have low expectations, but I’m game for being pleasantly surprised.

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edbrisson t1_iy9ozjo wrote

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I have this one -- in this thread because I'm looking to replace it. It's fine, does what it needs to, but found that it scratches pretty easily. Still, ours has lasted us 4 years, which isn't bad for only $35. May have lasted longer if I had a better idea of how to care for them properly when we first got it.

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ErikRogers t1_iy9pbor wrote

Mine has a small scratch already which is disappointing since I’m pretty gentle. 4 years certainly isn’t terrible for the money.

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snoop_ard t1_ixy4cq0 wrote

I recently changed all my kitchen set (I needed new ones anyways) into either All Clad, Staub and Le Creuset. I don’t buy sets, just individual pieces that fits my need. I want items that I can use for life.

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jezza_bezza t1_ixorlm5 wrote

IME it's easier to find Le Creuset on the used market. I got my 4qt for about $50. How can I say no to that?

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peace_love_bananas t1_ixothfp wrote

Staub also has the bubble texture on the underside of the lids so moisture is more evenly distributed. They are a smaller company that cares about their products and I’m now a fan for life.

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