GreenPan's new Spectra cookware combines the benefits of stainless steel and ceramic.
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GreenPan Just Launched a New Line of Hybrid Cookware and It’s Seriously Nonstick
Published on May 22, 2025
I have a confession: I’m not a huge fan of stainless steel cookware. I admire our brilliant kitchen pros who use it for everything from frittatas to steaks, but when I try it at home, food sticks so badly that cleanup becomes a next-to-impossible chore. That said, I’ve always appreciated the durability, heat retention and—let’s be honest—the kitchen clout that comes with using stainless steel.
If you’re like me, hybrid cookware might be the solution. It combines the ease of ceramic nonstick with the durability of stainless steel. That’s why I was excited when GreenPan announced the launch of its new hybrid line: the Spectra cookware collection. The brand just dropped a 10-piece set, which is already earning praise for its sleek design and nonstick performance. I was lucky enough to get my hands on a set, and I am already impressed.
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GreenPan Spectra Cookware
This hybrid cookware combines the durability of stainless steel with the ease of ceramic nonstick.
What is GreenPan’s new Spectra cookware?
Spectra is GreenPan’s latest addition to its collection of nonstick, nontoxic ceramic cookware. The new line is made from 3-ply stainless steel with an aluminum core, offering durability and a polished finish. Much like other GreenPan products, Spectra touts the brand’s signature Thermalon ceramic coating, which prevents food from sticking without relying on harmful chemicals.
What sets Spectra cookware apart is a stainless steel pattern etched into the top layer of each pan. It’s designed to improve searing while making it easier for food to release, making it a true Goldilocks in the kitchen. We’re excited to see how it stacks up against HexClad, an editor-recommended competitor that offers a similar hybrid skillet.
Spectra can be used on all cooktops, including induction, and is oven-safe up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit (lids up to 425 degrees).
Editor’s note: I was recently sent a sample of GreenPan’s 10-piece set and have started testing it in my own kitchen. So far, I’ve been impressed with how quickly the pans heat up and how effortlessly food slides off. Cleanup is quick and easy, too. Plus, the stainless steel finish looks luxe on my stovetop. I’m excited to see how it holds up over time.
What’s Included:
- 8-inch frying pan
- 10-inch frying pan
- 3.25-quart saute pan with lid
- 1.6-quart saucepan with lid
- 3.3-quart saucepan with lid
- 8-quart stockpot with lid
- Melamine “Wonder” sponge for cleaning
About GreenPan’s Ceramic Cookware
GreenPan is best known for its high-performance ceramic cookware, all marketed as free of harmful PFAS, PFOA, lead and cadmium. That makes it a safer alternative to traditional nonstick coatings like Teflon that have raised health concerns in recent years.
That said, ceramic cookware traditionally isn’t designed for prolonged exposure to high heat. For best use, GreenPan recommends always preheating before adding oil or butter and cooking over low to medium heat.
And while we haven’t yet put GreenPan’s Spectra line through its paces, we’ve tested the brand’s ceramic cookware extensively at Taste of Home. In fact, after testing over 17 brands, we rated the GreenPan Valencia pan as our top pick for the best ceramic cookware.
Where to Buy It
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GreenPan Spectra Cookware
You can rest assured this new cookware line is free from harmful chemicals.
You can snag new Spectra cookware online at Greenpan’s website or at Williams Sonoma, where it’s currently on a steep discount from its suggested price. The 10-piece set is available for $600, and the 8-inch frying pan is available for just under $110.
