Lorraine★ 4.8 / 5
I bought it a month ago and have not had any issues with food sticking to it. It is a game changer in the kitchen.
Do your fried eggs weld themselves to the pan? Has the coating on the old one gone dull and scratched? And does the induction hob refuse to recognise half your cookware?
ChronaFlex is a 26 cm frying pan with a non-stick coating made with PEEK. According to the manufacturer the coating contains no PFOA, cadmium or lead, the base works on every type of hob, and the handle stays cool while you cook.
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A frying pan is used almost every day, and few things in the kitchen wear out as visibly. Every type has its weak point.
Thin coatings scratch, go dull and lose their release. Once food starts to stick, more oil goes in and the pan gets harder to clean every time.
Robust, but unforgiving. Eggs, fish and pancakes stick without enough fat and the right temperature, and cast iron has to be seasoned and dried with care.
A thin base heats unevenly: burnt in the middle, pale at the edge. Many warp over time, and plenty of them do not work on induction at all.
PEEK is a high-performance plastic that engineers use where parts have to withstand heat and wear. According to the manufacturer, the ChronaFlex coating is made with PEEK and contains no PFOA, cadmium or lead.
In practice, food releases from the surface instead of bonding to it. You can fry with little or no oil, and what is left in the pan afterwards comes off with a cloth. The manufacturer describes the pan as resistant to scratches, knocks and drops – we would still reach for wooden or silicone utensils, as with any coated pan.
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What everyday use looks like – based on the manufacturer's information, not on a test of our own.
Unpack the pan, rinse it with warm water and dry it. Heat it briefly on medium and try a fried egg without oil – the first test of the non-stick surface.
Wiping replaces soaking: once the pan has cooled a little, a cloth is enough. Get used to wooden or silicone utensils from the start.
Used without metal utensils and without extreme heat, the coating shows no change – according to the manufacturer, who describes it as resistant to scratches, knocks and drops.
Made with PEEK. Food releases easily, so delicate things like eggs and fish stay in one piece.
Induction, ceramic, gas and electric. No need to check the base when the hob changes.
According to the manufacturer, the base spreads heat across the whole surface, without hot spots.
The heat-resistant handle stays cool while you cook, according to the manufacturer.
Described by the manufacturer as resistant to scratches, knocks and drops.
Let it cool a little, wipe it out with a cloth. No soaking, no scrubbing.
Put the pan on the hob, let it heat up, add the food. The manufacturer lists frying, sautéing, browning, stewing and boiling among its uses. At 26 cm it is the classic all-round size.
Because little sticks to the surface, a cloth is usually enough once the pan has cooled down a bit. For anything stubborn, use warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft sponge. The manufacturer makes no statement about dishwashers, so we recommend washing it by hand.
The base is suitable for induction as well as ceramic, gas and electric hobs. That makes it a pan you can keep when the kitchen changes.
Let the pan warm up on medium heat, then add the food – with little or no oil.
Use wooden or silicone utensils only. That keeps the coating intact for longer.
Let it cool, wipe it out with a cloth or wash by hand with a soft sponge.
Avoid the highest setting, empty preheating and thermal shock – no cold water in a hot pan.
Properties of the pan types – not a test of individual brands.
| Property | ChronaFlex (coated) | Bare stainless steel | Cast iron |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-stick surface | Yes | No | Only when seasoned |
| Frying with little or no oil | Yes | No | No |
| Suitable for induction | Yes | Usually | Yes |
| Needs seasoning | No | No | Yes |
| Wipes clean with a cloth | Yes | No | No |
| Tolerates metal utensils | Better avoided | Yes | Yes |
The reviews below were published on the manufacturer's own website. They were not collected or verified by us.
I bought it a month ago and have not had any issues with food sticking to it. It is a game changer in the kitchen.
No more frustrating uneven cooking – every dish comes out well with this pan.
Easy to clean and cooks evenly. I really do not need any other pan in my kitchen.
It makes preparing meals for my kids every day a breeze. I would recommend it to any busy parent.
A friend suggested it to me, and since I have been using it I have not had a single scratch.
It withstands numerous uses without any damage, and the handle stays cool during cooking.
Source: reviews published on the manufacturer's website, which shows no critical reviews. Individual reviews are personal experiences and may differ.
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Yes. The manufacturer states that the pan is suitable for induction, ceramic, gas and electric hobs.
According to the manufacturer, the coating is made with PEEK and contains no PFOA, cadmium or lead – PFOA has in any case been banned in the EU since 2020. The manufacturer does not say whether it is free of PTFE or other PFAS, and we have no laboratory data of our own.
Let it cool a little and wipe it out with a cloth, or wash it by hand with warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft sponge. The manufacturer makes no statement about dishwashers, so we recommend washing by hand.
The diameter is 26 cm. The manufacturer does not state the weight or the height of the rim.
The manufacturer describes the pan as scratch-resistant. We would still use wooden or silicone utensils, which extends the life of any coated pan.
The manufacturer lists baking and roasting among the uses but gives no maximum oven temperature. Until that is stated, we would not put the pan in the oven.
The non-stick surface means little or no oil is needed. A few drops still help with browning and flavour.
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No. A silicone lid is offered separately at the seller's checkout.
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Yes, if you want an uncomplicated everyday pan that works on any hob – with reservations we spell out below.
Our assessment: for everyday frying – eggs, fish, vegetables, pancakes – a good non-stick pan is the most convenient tool, and ChronaFlex covers every hob. Like any coated pan, it lasts longest without metal utensils and extreme heat. We have not tested the pan in a laboratory of our own; the product details come from the manufacturer.
At checkout, the seller offers an extended warranty of one or two years for an extra charge. According to the seller's terms, it covers repair or replacement for wear and tear from normal use – not accidental damage or cosmetic scratches – with one claim per twelve months, and includes express replacement or a model of equal or higher value if the original is out of stock. It is optional, and your statutory warranty rights towards the seller apply regardless.
Non-stick frying pan, 26 cm, for every hob. Free shipping on orders over £59. The current price and availability are shown at the seller.
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