Responsive Ultraply body
Three aluminum layers spread heat between durable stainless surfaces while keeping weight below three pounds.
CRISTEL
Castel'Pro® Ultraply® Frying Pan, 11 Inch
A French-made 28 cm five-ply stainless fry pan with three aluminum layers, a rounded profile, and an athermic fixed handle.
- Score
- 7.6/10
- Est. life
- 20 yrs
- Cover
- 50 yrs
Last-known catalog price
$259.99
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Product Overview
Castel'Pro Ultraply sandwiches three aluminum layers, including a reinforced layer, between an 18/10 stainless interior and magnetic 18/0 stainless exterior. The rounded, fully enclosed form is designed for quick temperature response, whisking, stirring, and clean pouring without exposed aluminum. T...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- CRISTEL
- OverviewProduct category
- stainless-steel-fry-pans-and-saute-pans
- OverviewSKU
- P28CPF
- OverviewMPN
- P28CPF
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 20 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Fully enclosed construction
The rounded edge leaves no exposed aluminum and supports hygienic, drip-resistant pouring.
Rounded working shape
Curved walls make whisking sauces, stirring, and utensil access easier than in a sharply cornered pan.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.3
CRISTEL documents five-ply Ultraply construction with three aluminum layers for rapid, even temperature response.
Feature Richness
6.4
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Build Quality
8.4
The manufacturer identifies 18/10 and 18/0 stainless surfaces, a fully enclosed rounded edge, and a riveted athermic...
Reliability Score
8.6
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Longevity
Durability Rating
8.8
CRISTEL documents all-hob compatibility, dishwasher and broiler use, and a high oven-temperature rating.
Wear Resistance
8.2
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Component Replaceability
5.7
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Design Timelessness
9.0
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Serviceability
Repairability
6.3
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Spare Parts Availability
5.7
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Warranty Coverage
8.4
CRISTEL states a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects and French manufacture for this line.
Service Network
5.9
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Value
Total Cost of Ownership
8.4
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Resale Value Retention
7.1
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User Satisfaction
8.2
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What cooktops can the CRISTEL Castel'Pro Ultraply frying pan be used on?
The pan is listed as compatible with induction, halogen, gas, ceramic, and electric cooktops. Its magnetic stainless-steel exterior supports induction use, while the multilayer construction is intended for even heat distribution across the listed hob types.
How should the stainless-steel pan be cleaned and prepared for first use?
CRISTEL says to wash the pan in very hot water with liquid dish soap before first use, then rinse and dry it thoroughly. The stainless-steel frying pan is dishwasher safe, and its rounded shape has no exposed aluminum, which the product page associates with easier maintenance.
Is the Castel'Pro Ultraply frying pan oven and broiler safe?
The stainless-steel range is listed as oven safe up to 550°F and safe for salamander-grill or broiler use. CRISTEL also advises avoiding thermal shock, such as moving cookware directly between a refrigerator and a hot oven.
Can the pan handle be placed in the oven?
The product page describes the handle as a fixed, riveted stainless-steel handle and separately states that handles should not be used in the oven. For oven cooking, follow the page's temperature guidance for the stainless-steel pan while keeping the handle restriction in mind.
What is the Castel'Pro Ultraply frying pan made from?
The pan uses five-ply construction: three aluminum layers, including a reinforced layer, are sandwiched between 18/10 stainless steel on the interior and 18/0 stainless steel on the exterior. CRISTEL describes the rounded, fully enclosed form as having no exposed aluminum.
What does the multilayer construction do during cooking?
CRISTEL describes the five-ply aluminum-core construction as providing rapid, even heating and precise temperature control, with fewer hot spots. The page advises reducing the heat once the desired temperature is reached to avoid overheating ingredients.
What warranty and country of manufacture are listed for this pan?
The CRISTEL USA product page lists the Castel'Pro Ultraply frying pan as made in France and displays a lifetime guarantee. The page's product information should be checked for the applicable terms and conditions before relying on coverage for a particular issue.
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