Crofton Awesome Pan is Aldi’s Affordable Dupe of the Always Pan at 5x Less!

Cooking is a fun process, and it gets even more exciting when I cook with Aldi’s cookware and appliances. I bet it is the same for you, so we have to look at an exciting deal this week. A well-functioning nonstick pan is all we want now and then. Here’s the Crofton Awesome Pan available in the Aldi Finds. 

This morning, I grabbed one of the first pans from the shelf. Last week, I grabbed its stockpot variant, the Crofton Awesome Pot, which has been working smoothly for the past few days. I got the pan today, and it looks sleek and cute and is suitable for quick omelets and pancakes.

I also came across some other kitchen goodies this week. They’ll come in handy for your holiday feasts. Check out the Crofton kitchen tools such as the Wood & Silicone Utensil Set, the Roasting Pan with Rack, the Serving Tong, the Mini Ceramic Baking Dishes, the Bamboo Carving Board, and more. 

Meanwhile, let’s compare Always Pan and Awesome Pan and see if it’s worth the deal. Also you can see the pictures below of the comparison.

Crofton Awesome Pan

The Crofton Awesome Pan is now available as an Aldi Finds at $24.99. They are available in 3 colors: Matte Black, Green or om. 

The diameter is 10.25 inches, and the pan is made of non-harmful materials like PFOA or PTFE. The Crofton Awesome Pan features a Fusion Ti non-stick coating (ceramic & titanium) that allows easy release. It is made with a long-lasting Aluminum lid and a stay-cool Bakelite handle.  

The pan features a cast aluminum body that provides uniform heat distribution and is compatible with all cooktops, including Induction. Moreover, the Crofton Awesome Pan is oven-safe for up to 300℉ because of the handle. The Always says it is not oven safe because of the handle. You can, however, find people all over social media putting it in the oven though.

I needed a nonstick frying pan for frequent use, so I picked the right one with this purchase. I made biscuits and gravy today, so I used the pan to make the white gravy, and it turned out perfectly. The handle is sturdy and doesn’t heat up while cooking, and it is also super easy to clean up later.

Aldi’s Crofton Awesome Pan is a popular dupe of the classic brand Our Place’s Always Pans. Similarly, Aldi sold the Crofton Awesome Pot last week, an exact dupe of the Perfect Pot by Our Place. You can barely tell the difference, as Aldi is famous for making dupes. Honestly, it seems like a really good dupe, even though it’s too soon to know how durable it is. At $25, even if you only get a year or two, it’s worth it.

As we know, the Crofton Awesome Pan is available in the Aldi Find. It means that each store gets only one shipment of the pans. Once they are gone, you must wait at least a year before they return to the Aldi shelves.

Alternatives to Crofton Awesome Pan

It is a good idea to have more options before the purchase. To help you pick, I have listed some of the best Amazon alternatives similar to Aldi’s Crofton Awesome Pan.

Check out the Goodful All In One Pan. It is similar to Crofton Awesome Pan regarding looks and material used. The coating is PFOA & APEO free. 

Next, we have the Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Saute Pan. It is made of ceramic nonstick coating, designed to withstand the rigors of a professional kitchen, and perfect for everyday home use. The pan is suitable for gas, electric, and ceramic glass cooktops. It is oven-safe for up to 400°F / 204°C.

Finally, you must check out the Our Place Always Pan. It uses German 3C and CERAMIC Reinforced coating technology, which is 50% long-lasting, has excellent abrasion resistance, and is exceptionally long-lasting. They are PFOA & APEO free and come with an ergonomic bakelite handle. The optimal heating level is 300℉.

Is it a Good Deal? 

The Crofton Awesome Pan is a steal at $24.99 only. It is ideal over many other exact alternatives. The versatility, affordability, and efficiency of the Crofton Awesome Pan makes it “Awesome.” 

I highly recommend this over many popular brands; you save some cash and get the best deal in Aldi. 

Have you ever used the Crofton Awesome Pan? Comment below your experiences so it will help other readers make a decision.