Made In Roasting Pan Review 2026: Is It Worth It?
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Stainless Clad Roasting Pan
- Performance27.6/30
- Build quality18.8/20
- Durability13.95/15
- Ease of use13.2/15
- Care and cleaning8.4/10
- Value and warranty8.8/10
- Limited Lifetime
- Free Shipping Over $149
- 60-Day Return Policy
Our Verdict: A Roasting Pan Built to Last
The Made In Stainless Clad Roasting Pan scores 90.8 out of 100, and it earns that score on the things that matter most in a roaster. Its 3-ply clad body browns evenly from end to end, it holds a turkey up to 24 pounds or a large cut on the included stainless rack, and owners rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 276 reviews on Made In’s site. A lifetime warranty and a 60-day trial back it up. The trade-offs are real but narrow: it won’t work on induction, Made In recommends hand washing, and it costs more than budget clad pans.
Score by criterion
Scores out of 100. Select a criterion to jump to its full section and sub-scores.
What stands out
Top strengths
- Warranty and trialValue and Warranty96
- Browning and even heatingPerformance95
- Capacity and roast resultsPerformance95
Main trade-offs
- Dishwasher friendlinessCare and Cleaning74
- Price vs rivalsValue and Warranty82
- Stovetop usePerformance86
Where it lost points
90.8 / 100 · 9.2 points lostIt lost the most points on Performance (−2.4), Ease of use (−1.8) and Care and cleaning (−1.6). Build quality and Value and warranty each lost 1.2, and Durability lost 1.05.
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- PerformanceNot usable on induction for stovetop gravy−2.4 pts
- Ease of useHeavy (8.6 lbs empty) with a large footprint−1.8 pts
- Care and cleaningMade In recommends hand washing−1.6 pts
- Build qualityOne owner report of surface scratches−1.2 pts
- Value and warrantyCosts more than budget clad pans−1.2 pts
- DurabilityLong-term owner evidence still limited−1.05 pts
Best for
- Roasting turkeys up to 24 pounds and other large cuts
- Gas or electric cooktops, so you can make gravy in the same pan
- Cooks who want a rack included and a pan backed by a lifetime warranty
Skip it if
- You cook on induction; Made In says it is not compatible
- You need cookware that can go in the dishwasher
- You want a pan that comes with a matching lid
What It’s Like to Own the Made In Roasting Pan
Here is how the scores play out in a real kitchen, from checking your oven before you buy to cleanup after dinner.
- Before you buyEase of Use 88
Will it fit your kitchen?
The pan measures 18.45 x 12.5 inches and weighs 10 pounds with the rack. Owners recommend measuring your oven and cabinet first; the upright handles help by keeping it narrow.
- Roast dayBrowning 95
Even browning and room for a big bird
It holds a turkey up to 24 pounds on the included rack, and the 3-ply clad body browns evenly from end to end, which is what owners report most often.
- Making gravyStovetop use 86
Pan sauce right on the burner
Set the pan over a gas or electric burner and make gravy with the drippings. It will not work on induction, which is why stovetop use scores 86.
- After dinnerCare and Cleaning 84
Easy to clean, by hand
Owners say cleanup is easy with a warm, soapy soak. Made In recommends hand washing, so it is a sink job, and the reason dishwasher friendliness scores 74.
- Years from nowDurability 93
Built to last and backed for life
Made In calls it warp-resistant and covers it with a lifetime warranty and a 60-day trial. Long-term owner evidence is still limited, so durability sits at 93.
Performance
If your main job is the holiday bird, this pan delivers where it counts: even browning and room for a turkey up to 24 pounds on the included rack. Making gravy on the burner afterward works well on gas or electric. The one real limit is induction, where it will not work.
Browning and even heating
The 3-ply clad body spreads heat across the whole pan floor, so skin browns evenly with fewer pale or scorched spots. Owners consistently report golden, even results on turkeys and roasts. That earns a 95.
Capacity and roast results
It holds a turkey up to 24 pounds, enough for a full holiday table. The included rack lifts the roast so drippings collect below for gravy. Big-bird capacity with the rack in the box earns a 95.
Stovetop use
The stainless interior is great for making gravy right in the pan on gas or electric burners. But Made In says it does not work on induction because of its flared bottom. That limit lands it at 86.
Where it lost points: not usable on induction cooktops, which limits stovetop use (Stovetop use, 86).
Build Quality
This is a properly built clad pan, not a thin single-layer roaster. Three bonded layers, a clean finish and a stainless rack in the box give it a professional-grade feel that owners notice. The only notes are one scratch report and its Thailand origin, versus Made In’s Italy and US clad line.
Materials and construction
Three bonded layers, stainless steel around an aluminum core, make this a true clad pan, not a thin roaster. It feels solid and will not react with wine or citrus in a sauce. Top-tier materials earn a 95.
Fit and finish
Owners call it well made and professional grade; we found one report of surface scratches. Note that this pan is made in Thailand, unlike Made In’s Italy and US clad line. That keeps it just under 95.
Rack and hardware
A stainless rack comes in the box, so there is nothing extra to buy before your first roast. It lifts the bird for better airflow and easier carving. A complete setup earns a 93.
Where it lost points: one owner reported surface scratches, and this pan is made in Thailand rather than in Made In’s Italy or US facilities (Fit and finish, 94).
Durability
Everything points to a pan built to last: Made In calls it warp-resistant, owners report no warping, and a lifetime warranty covers defects. What is missing is long-term proof, since most owner reviews are recent. Heat and cool it gradually, as Made In advises, to keep it flat.
Warp resistance
Made In calls it warp-resistant, and we found no warping complaints from owners. A flat floor keeps drippings even and the pan steady on the rack. Heat and cool it gradually to keep it that way. Earns a 95.
Surface wear
We found one owner complaint about scratches, which affect looks more than cooking. Most reviews are recent, so long-term wear is still unproven. That puts it at 89.
Warranty backing
A lifetime warranty covers defects, so a pan you use a few times a year should be ready for many holidays. That backing offsets the limited long-term evidence. Earns a 95.
Where it lost points: long-term owner evidence is still limited, since many reviews were written soon after first use (Surface wear, 89).
Ease of Use
The upright handles are a smart touch: they make foil easy to seal and save width in the oven. The trade-offs come with the size. At 10 pounds with the rack and an 18.45 x 12.5 inch footprint, measure your oven and plan for a heavy lift when it is full.
Weight and handling
It weighs 8.6 pounds empty and 10 pounds with the rack, before the turkey goes in. A full pan is a serious lift, so have good mitts and a clear landing spot. The weight holds it at 86.
Handle design
Upright handles make foil easy to seal and keep the pan narrower in a crowded oven. They also give a secure, full-hand grip. One owner found them too high. Earns a 90.
Oven fit and versatility
At 18.45 x 12.5 inches, measure your oven and cabinets first, as owners suggest. It suits large roasts and vegetables too, but has no lid and will not work on induction. That lands it at 88.
Where it lost points: it weighs 10 pounds with the rack before any food goes in (Weight and handling, 86).
Care and Cleaning
Day to day, this pan is low maintenance: no seasoning, no coating to protect, and owners say cleanup is easy. The catch is that Made In recommends hand washing, so it is a sink job after every roast. If dishwasher-safe is a must for you, this is the biggest reason to look elsewhere.
Cleanup effort
Owners say cleanup is easy, even after a long roast. A warm, soapy soak loosens most residue, and a stainless cleaner handles the rest. Earns an 88.
Dishwasher friendliness
Made In recommends hand washing, so plan on a few extra minutes at the sink after a big meal. It is the main everyday trade-off and the lowest sub-score in the review at 74.
Ongoing upkeep
No seasoning, no coating to wear out, and the stainless interior handles acidic sauces fine. Beyond washing, it needs very little. Low upkeep earns a 90.
Where it lost points: Made In recommends hand washing, so this is not a dishwasher pan (Dishwasher friendliness, 74).
Value and Warranty
It is a premium pan that costs more than budget clad roasters. The terms help justify it: a lifetime warranty, a 60-day trial and free shipping over $149, plus a stainless rack in the box. Just know there is no lid, and owners note Made In does not sell a matching one.
Price vs rivals
It costs more than budget clad roasting pans. You are paying for the clad build, the rack and lifetime coverage, which adds up if you host every year. The price keeps it at 82.
Warranty and trial
A lifetime warranty, a 60-day trial and free shipping over $149. You can cook with it through a holiday before deciding to keep it. The strongest terms in the review earn a 96.
What’s included
The stainless rack is included, so it is ready to roast out of the box. There is no lid, and owners note Made In does not sell a matching one, so plan on foil. That gives it an 86.
Where it lost points: it costs more than budget clad roasting pans (Price vs rivals, 82).
In Summary: Is the Made In Roasting Pan Right for Your Kitchen?
If you roast a turkey, a prime rib or a big tray of vegetables a few times a year, this pan earns its spot in the cabinet. It scores 90.8 out of 100 because it does the core job very well: even browning, room for a bird up to 24 pounds, and a stainless rack in the box, so you can go from oven to gravy in the same pan.
In a real kitchen, plan around three things. It will not work on an induction cooktop, so you need a gas or electric burner for pan gravy. It is a hand-wash pan, so leave a few minutes at the sink after dinner. And at 10 pounds with the rack and 18.45 x 12.5 inches, measure your oven and storage space first.
What you get in return is a pan built to last, backed by a lifetime warranty and a 60-day trial, so you can cook a big meal in it before deciding to keep it. For most home cooks who host, it is an easy pick. If you cook on induction or need everything to be dishwasher-safe, look at other options.

About Made In
Childhood friends Jake Kalick and Chip Malt founded Made In in 2016 to sell the restaurant-grade pans Kalick’s family had supplied to professional kitchens since 1929 directly to home cooks. Chefs Tom Colicchio and Grant Achatz are investors.
Read our full Made In brand review- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- Austin, TX
- This Pan Made In
- Thailand
- Sold At
- madeincookware
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