Best Cast Iron Griddle

This is the pan we'd point most two-burner households toward first. One side is a flat griddle for pancakes and eggs, the other a grill side for steaks, burgers and vegetables, and the listing describes it as pre-seasoned, PFAS-free and usable on gas, electric, induction, in the oven, on a grill or over a campfire. That spread of heat sources is the real selling point for anyone who cooks both indoors and out.

Owners report that pancakes cook well with very little oil, that it works on glass-top electric ranges, and that the heavy casting feels built to last, with the factory seasoning holding up. It also earns praise for turning a grill into a small flat top for food that would slip through the grates. A common complaint is the heat: the stretch between the two burners runs cooler than the ends, so it pays to warm the pan slowly over low heat and put slower-cooking food in the middle. Non-stick results are another point where experiences differ, and the weight divides buyers; the heft reads as reassuring to one cook and bulky to another.

Next to the Lodge Reversible Cast Iron Grill/Griddle Pan, this plate adds length, measuring 20 by 10.5 inches, and its description points to a slight slope that drains fat into a grease gutter, with loop handles at each end. It is the one we'd choose for cooking in larger batches, since it spans two burners and flips between a smooth side for eggs and pancakes and a ridged side for burgers and steaks. The listing also carries a lifetime limited warranty.

Owners report that it cooks pancakes and bacon well, gets very hot, and fits snugly over two burners, and they like it for indoor and camping use alike. A common complaint is cleanup: the flat side wipes down easily, but the grooved side collects residue and calls for a scraper or chainmail cloth. Another is evenness, since food sitting in the middle between the burners needs extra attention unless the pan is given a long preheat. The weight surprises buyers, though it is sturdy enough not to warp.

Cooks who find the Lodge Pro-Grid Reversible Grill/Griddle more than they need will find this round pan far easier to live with. It is a flat plate only, pre-seasoned, and listed for stovetops, ovens, grills and camp stoves, and its shape is a natural match for tortillas, pancakes and crepe-style batters. The spec sheet puts it at 4.65 pounds, the lightest of the pans on this page.

Owners report that it is durable, does not warp, and cleans up easily, and that the size works well for one or two servings and for camping. Reviews also show it handling pizza at very high heat and making dosas once the surface is seasoned further. A common complaint is the non-stick surface: one cook finds it excellent while another finds food sticks badly, and a smoother finish takes patience and extra seasoning. Heat distribution gets the same split reaction, and the handle gets extremely hot, so a grip cover is worth having.

At 21 pounds it is far heavier than the Lodge Cast Iron Square Griddle 11 Inch, and the 16 by 24 inch footprint is built for a grill or a multi-burner range rather than a typical kitchen stove. It has a ribbed side for sear marks and a flat side for traditional cooking, molded side handles, and a seasoned finish that the listing says resists rust.

Owners report that it fits well over two burners on commercial ranges and gas stoves, that it is large enough to cook for a group, and that it works nicely on outdoor gas grills, including for French toast and pancakes while camping. A common complaint is durability: owners report it cracking on first or second use. The weight is another sticking point, since it is hard to move once hot, and cleaning gets mixed comments. The warranty is a 90 day limited warranty, which is worth knowing before you commit to a pan this size.

Of the reversible plates here, this one sits closest in footprint to the Lodge Pro-Grid Reversible Grill/Griddle, at roughly 20 by 10.6 inches. It is pre-seasoned, oven safe to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, has user-friendly handles, and the listing says plainly that the pre-seasoned finish does not act as a non-stick surface and that the plate is hand wash only.

Owners report good casting quality, solid results on center burners, and strong performance for smash burgers, pancakes, barbecue and grilled vegetables, indoors and out. A common complaint is rust, with owners reporting that it can rust quickly and that the coating chips after early use, so drying and oiling right after every wash matters more here. Durability reports run in both directions: it is called solid, and it is also described as cracking after extended use. Cleaning and weight also divide buyers, and feelings about whether the purchase was worth it are not unanimous.

The square footprint puts the corners to work for grilled cheese, quesadillas and French toast, which a round pan like the Lodge Round Seasoned Cast Iron Griddle 10.5 Inches cannot match. It is listed as dent and warp resistant, pre-seasoned, and designed with low, spatula-friendly sides, a teardrop handle and an assist handle; the spec sheet puts it at 5.9 pounds.

Owners report that it handles pancakes, bacon, smash burgers and seared salmon, holds heat well, cleans easily, and arrives with seasoning that stays in place. A common complaint is evenness: the center can run hotter than the edges, and non-stick behavior differs from cook to cook, with food sticking in some cases. The low edges also let grease spatter onto the stovetop, the handle gets hot, and the weight is a lot for small hands. On a glass-top range, lift it rather than slide it.

Unlike the Lodge Pro-Grid Reversible Grill/Griddle, which borrows your stove's burners, this one brings its own heat: a 10 by 16 inch preseasoned cast iron surface with temperature control from warm up to 450° F. Grease pushes through a drain into a removable drip tray that is top-rack dishwasher safe, the cooktop lifts off the base for wiping, and the listing carries a three year warranty.

Owners report even heating with no cold or hot spots, tidy pancakes, and bacon, eggs and hamburgers that cook well, along with easy cleanup thanks to the removable surface. They also describe it as heavy duty and likely to last. A common complaint is the weight, which makes it cumbersome to lift in and out of storage, and non-stick performance is another area where opinions differ, with food sticking in some cases. At 22.2 pounds by the spec sheet, it is the heaviest item on this page.