Circulon Symmetry Hard Anodized Set

Circulon has quite a few hard anodized sets available in the market with different price points. The Circulon Symmetry is one of them but it is sold at a pretty steep price compared to some of their other models such as the Contempo collection. The difference in price could be due to a few factors but generally, the sets that are designed to be induction stove compatible would sell for more compared to those which are not.

Circulon Symmetry Hard Anodized Cookware Review

The Circulon Symmetry has 2 sets for you to choose from. One is a 11-piece pack while another offers a 9-piece cookware set with 2 bakeware items. Let’s take a look at the 11-piece set first:

• 1-quart saucepan with pour spout
• 2-quart saucepan with lid
• 3-quart saucepan with lid
• 3-quart saute pan with lid
• 8-quart stockpot with lid
• 8.5-inch skillet
• 10-inch skillet

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If you get the 9-piece cookware set, you will have to forgo the 1-quart saucepan and 8.5-inch skillet. As replacement, you will obtain 2 cookie pans measuring 10 by 15-inch. The price difference between the two sets is about $30 at the time of review. On top of that, there is also a Circulon Symmetry Chocolate to give you an additional choice of color apart from the more conventional black exterior.

If you are worried that your pots and pans may warp or become dented easily, then you should invest in a heavy gauge hard anodized aluminum cookware. That is how the Circulon Symmetry is constructed, making it highly durable and efficient in its heat conduction. It also has an impact bonded stainless steel base to make it suitable for induction stovetops.

Both the exterior and interior are nonstick for easy clean up. The cookware set uses the TOTAL® Food Release System which minimizes surface abrasion and an advanced 3-layer nonstick coating (Autograph™) from DuPont™. This coating offers excellent food release to minimize stickiness and very durable to the point that it is metal utensil safe.

The handles are made of stainless steel with the center portion wrapped in silicone for a more comfortable grip. The Symmetry is oven safe up to 400°F. The lids are made of tempered glass with stainless steel rims to lock in moisture and flavor.

Features of the cookware are better illustrated below:

Should You Buy The Circulon Symmetry Cookware Set?

Pros

1. Food release – Most buyers have only compliments for the nonstick coating. Food releases easily and you can cook anything with these pans without worrying about the clean up afterwards. No soaking or scrubbing is required too.
2. Thick bottom – The pieces have a thick impact bonded base which gives them a good weight and even heating. You won’t find food burning as easily compared to those thin pieces.
3. Sturdy – The pots and pans feel solid in your hands and the whole set weighs nearly 25 lbs, which is heavier than the cheaper T Fal Ultimate and Rachael Ray Hard Anodized II sets which weigh less than 20 lbs.
4. Nice-looking – The Symmetry collection has a sophisticated look with its graceful tulip shape. There is also the chocolate version for an alternative look to match different kitchen decor.

Cons

1. Expensive – The Circulon Symmetry cookware set is retailing for about $300 at the time of this posting. It is more expensive compared to their other models and to top it off, the features are more or less the same too among some of these product lines. For example, the Circulon Premier Professional has the same coating as the Symmetry but you can get it for much less at times. The same goes for the Circulon Infinite which even has a higher maximum heat tolerance of 500°F for the oven.
2. Coating flakes – While not prevalent, reviews that mentioned this problem do exist. A small number of buyers noted that the coating peels after an extremely short period of time ranging from a few weeks to a few months.

For the price that the Circulon Symmetry usually retails at, there are a lot of choices available. The features do not seem to differ much for hard anodized cookware at this price range either, if you are looking at a nonstick interior. The Anolon Advanced Bronze, for example, also share similar characteristics of the Symmetry.

Our view is that if you are not bias towards any one brand name, then let price be the determinant of your buying decision. All these cookware sets mentioned seem to be available at different prices during different times and as such, we would take this into consideration when shopping for a set. If the Circulon Symmetry is selling at a discount at less than $300 for the 11-piece set, then perhaps it is worth a buy. But at the time of this review, we would rather buy the Circulon Infinite as it costs about $50 less. We would be happy to give up the 1-quart saucepan for the 10-piece Infinite since the saucepan comes without a lid and can be purchased separately, if needed.

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