Let's be real with each other. Does anyone really want to spend $100 on pots and pans? No. But do you want to be cooking and saving money you could spend elsewhere, like your wardrobe? Possibly also no, but that's adulting, and as they say, them's the breaks.
Cookware, while a higher ticket item, is of course, a necessity. Whether you have just moved out and are just setting up your own kitchen or are upgrading your stovetop starter set, we've rounded up the best cookware sets, big and small, all available at a range of prices on Amazon. It's one small step toward that Nancy Meyer kitchen of your dreams.
Le Creuset 5 Piece Signature Enameled Cast Iron Cookware Set
The rainbow hues and solid, well-made cookware in this Le Creuset 5 Piece Signature Enameled Cast Iron Cookware Set [1] ($525) will make you feel as if you're living in a new tax bracket, frankly.
AmazonBasics 8-Piece Non-Stick Kitchen Cookware Set
A solid set at an amazing price point, the AmazonBasics 8-Piece Non-Stick Kitchen Cookware Set [2] ($40) contains all you need to get that kitchen party started.
Hexclad Hybrid Nonstick Cookware 7 Piece Set With Lids and Wok
The Hexclad Hybrid Nonstick Cookware 7 Piece Set With Lids and Wok [3] ($450, originally $500) boasts all the elements of a gourmet cook's toolkit while also suiting your needs for everyday meals.
Rachael Ray 16344 Cucina Nonstick Cookware Pots and Pans Set, 12 Piece
We love the out-of-circulation '50s household turquoise hue of this sleek Rachael Ray 16344 Cucina Nonstick Cookware Pots and Pans Set [4] ($100, originally $150).
Cuisinart 55-11BK Advantage Nonstick 11-Piece Cookware Set
Budget-friendly and sleek in black, this Cuisinart 55-11BK Advantage Nonstick 11-Piece Cookware Set [5] ($62) upgrades any modern kitchen.
Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set
The Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set [6] ($32) features timeless cast iron pans you'll use constantly for decades to come.
Gotham Steel 20 Piece All in One Kitchen Cookware + Bakeware Set
This Gotham Steel 20 Piece All in One Kitchen Cookware + Bakeware Set [7] ($200, originally $300) is billed as a kitchen in a box — what more could you ask for?
8 Quart 18/10 Stainless Steel 4 Piece Multi-Cookware Set
The 8 Quart 18/10 Stainless Steel 4 Piece Multi-Cookware Set [8] ($31) is a multicooker stockpot that's perfect for everything from steaming vegetables to pasta creations and delicious soups.
The Pioneer Woman Vintage Speckle Cookware Combo Set
The 24-piece Pioneer Woman Vintage Speckle Cookware Combo Set [9] ($129) is essentially an insta-kitchen (and an Instagrammable kitchen) at mere dollars per item — and in a fetching turquoise.
Copper Chef Cookware 9-Pc. Round Pan Set
This Copper Chef Cookware 9-Pc. Round Pan Set [10] ($120) is the ideal gift for your friend who can't get enough of rose gold everything.
Circulon Premier Professional 13-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set
Who can resist the opulence (in addition to the practicality) of this Circulon Premier Professional 13-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set [11] ($262)?
GreenLife CW0004970 Soft Grip Absolutely Toxin-Free Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Set
For those concerned with off-gassing, the GreenLife CW0004970 Soft Grip Absolutely Toxin-Free Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Dishwasher/Oven Safe Stay Cool Handle Cookware Set [12] ($90) is an affordable, non-toxic set that ensures no fumes will be released even when accidentally overheated.
Michelangelo Granite Cookware Set
The Michelangelo Granite Cookware Set [13] ($130) offers 10 pieces and a carved-from-granite look that belies its affordable price tag.
Vremi 15 Piece Nonstick Cookware Set
The Vremi 15 Piece Nonstick Cookware Set [14] ($82) not only provides a veritable Crayola-eight-pack-esque style of hues to make over your kitchen, it also includes all the utensils you need along with your pots and pans.
All-Clad Brushed D5 Stainless Cookware Set
This stunning, silver All-Clad Brushed D5 Stainless Cookware Set [15] ($725) is an initial investment, but it's a well-constructed, high-performance 10-piece set that will stand the test of time.