The New Nonstick
Carbon Nonstick™
Naturally nonstick without coatings or chemicals, and tough enough for high heat, metal tools, and daily cooking. All the ease of nonstick, none of the toxic energy.
The New Nonstick
Naturally nonstick without coatings or chemicals, and tough enough for high heat, metal tools, and daily cooking. All the ease of nonstick, none of the toxic energy.
Misen Carbon Nonstick cookware includes Carbon Nonstick Complete Sets with glass lids, Mixed Metal Cookware Sets that pair Carbon Nonstick pans with 5-ply stainless pieces, plus individual frying pans and a 9-inch griddle. If you are choosing between a set vs single pieces, or deciding on pan size and lid style, the guide below compares the options to help you pick the right fit.
| Option | Best for | Key details | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13-Piece Mixed Metal Cookware Set | Building an all-around cookware lineup with Carbon Nonstick frying pans plus 5-ply stainless pieces for sauces, pasta, and roasting | Includes 8", 10", 12" Carbon Nonstick frying pans with glass lids, plus 2 QT saucier, 4 QT all-purpose pan, 8 QT stockpot (all 5-ply stainless) and 13" stainless roasting pan; oven safe and induction compatible | $1,114.00 |
| 8-Piece Mixed Metal Cookware Set | Everyday cooking that mixes quick nonstick-style frying with a dedicated pan for one-pan meals and sauces | Includes 10" and 12" Carbon Nonstick frying pans with glass lids, plus 2 QT 5-ply stainless saucier and 4 QT 5-ply stainless all-purpose pan; tempered glass lids are oven-safe to 450°F | $649.00 |
| 6-Piece Mixed Metal Cookware Set | Starting with the core pan sizes for eggs, sautéing, and weeknight dinners, plus a small saucier for simmering | Includes 8" and 10" Carbon Nonstick frying pans with tempered glass lids, plus a 2 QT 5-ply stainless saucier with lid; induction compatible and oven safe | $439.00 |
| Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Complete Set + Glass Lids | Choosing higher side walls for saucier dishes and more versatile everyday frying, plus a square griddle for breakfast and searing | Includes 8", 10", 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick frying pans plus a Carbon Nonstick square griddle, and 8", 10", 12" glass lids; nitrided carbon steel with aluminum core; pans are heat safe up to 1100°F, lids are oven-safe to 450°F; hand wash only | $614.00 |
| Carbon Nonstick™ Complete Set + Glass Lids | Getting the classic Carbon Nonstick lineup for eggs, searing, and pancakes, with lids that let you check food without lifting | Includes 8", 10", 12" Carbon Nonstick frying pans plus an 11" square griddle, and 8", 10", 12" glass lids; nitrided carbon steel with aluminum core; pans are heat safe up to 1100°F, lids are oven-safe to 450°F; hand wash only | $614.00 |
| 8" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan + Glass Lid | Adding higher side walls to the 8-inch size for splatter control and saucier cooking, while keeping an easy-to-check glass lid | Higher side walls than the standard 8" Carbon Nonstick pan; pan construction is 3-ply nitrided carbon steel + aluminum core with stainless steel rivets; lid materials include glass with a silicone rim and stainless steel handle; induction compatible; hand wash only | $134.00 |
| 8" Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan + Glass Lid | A small, fast everyday pan for a single egg, smaller portions, and quick stovetop tasks with a fitted lid | 3-ply nitrided carbon steel + aluminum core construction; glass lid materials include glass with a silicone rim and stainless steel handle; pan is heat safe up to 1100°F and induction compatible; hand wash only | $134.00 |
| 9" Carbon Nonstick™ Griddle | Smaller-format griddle cooking like grilled cheese, quesadillas, or a couple strips of bacon, especially on compact stovetops | 3-ply nitrided carbon steel + aluminum core; low side walls for full spatula access; heat safe up to 1100°F and induction compatible; cooking surface is 8.2 × 5.2 in.; hand wash only | $129.00 |
Start by deciding whether you want Carbon Nonstick as a focused pan system or as part of a broader cookware lineup. The Mixed Metal Cookware Sets combine Carbon Nonstick frying pans with 5-ply stainless pieces, which can be a practical way to cover sauces, pasta, and oven meals in one purchase. If you mainly want Carbon Nonstick surfaces, the Complete Sets keep the assortment centered on frying pans plus a square griddle.
Next, choose between standard and Deeper frying pans. The Deeper Carbon Nonstick pans add higher side walls (updated based on customer feedback), which is useful for splatter control and saucier dishes. The standard Carbon Nonstick frying pans keep a more classic profile for quick eggs, browning, and everyday sautéing when you do not need extra height.
Size and coverage matter most after that. An 8-inch pan is a reliable small-pan staple, while larger frying pans in sets are better for family meals and batch cooking. For flat-top style cooking, the 9-inch Carbon Nonstick griddle is sized for smaller meals and smaller stovetops, while the Complete Sets add an 11-inch square griddle for more room to spread out.
Finally, plan around care and heat limits. Carbon Nonstick pans and griddles are hand wash only and heat safe up to 1100°F, while the tempered glass lids are oven-safe to 450°F and dishwasher safe. For routine and conditioning tips, use the Carbon Nonstick Care guide, and if you are comparing other materials too, browse the broader Cookware collection.
The main difference is the side-wall height. The 8" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan + Glass Lid is built with higher side walls for splatter control and saucier dishes, while the standard Carbon Nonstick frying pan keeps a lower, classic profile. Both use nitrided carbon steel with an aluminum core and are made to be ready to cook on day one.
No. Carbon Nonstick cookware is hand wash only, including the 8" Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan + Glass Lid and the 9" Carbon Nonstick™ Griddle. The tempered glass lids are dishwasher safe and oven-safe to 450°F, so you can clean lids in the dishwasher while keeping the pans on a hand-wash routine.
Yes, the glass lid design is made to fit multiple Misen frying pan lines in the same diameter. For example, the glass lid included with the 8" Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan + Glass Lid is specified to fit Carbon Nonstick frying pans, Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel frying pans, the 12" Carbon Steel wok, and Traditional Nonstick frying pans. Match by size for the best fit.
Choose a Mixed Metal set. The 8-Piece Mixed Metal Cookware Set pairs Carbon Nonstick frying pans and glass lids with a 2 QT 5-ply stainless saucier and a 4 QT 5-ply stainless all-purpose pan. If you want the most complete mix for big-batch cooking and roasting, the 13-piece set adds an 8 QT stockpot and a 13" stainless roasting pan.
The 9" Carbon Nonstick™ Griddle is described as a good fit for smaller meals like grilled cheese, quesadillas, or a couple of strips of bacon, and it is also a smart pick for smaller stovetops. If you want more room for multi-item breakfasts, a Complete Set adds a larger 11" square griddle alongside the frying pans.