Wok vs skillet
A wok’s deep, sloping sides and a skillet’s lower walls offer different working room. A wide wok rim does not establish a wide magnetic base.
| Difference | Made In Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only | Made In 10-inch Stainless Clad Frying Pan |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Carbon steel | Stainless clad |
| Cooking surface | Seasoned carbon steel | stainless steel |
| Included shapes | Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only | Skillet |
| Nominal size | Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only: 13 in | Skillet: 10 in |
| Flat cooking diameter | Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only: 5.5 in | Skillet: 7.5 in |
| Interior depth | Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only: Not stated | Skillet: Not stated |
| Stated capacity | Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only: Not stated | Skillet: Not stated |
| Supplied lids | 0 | 0 |
| Pan oven limit | Not stated | 800 °F |
| Lid oven limit | No supplied lid | No supplied lid |
| Empty total weight | 3.5 lb | 2.25 lb |
| Dishwasher | Hand wash only (maker) | Dishwasher safe; the maker recommends handwashing |
| Induction | Works on induction | Works on induction |
What changes the choice
Use the wok’s sides for tossing space and compare the skillet’s flatter cooking area. Neither shape gives a universal serving count. Check the base against the stove, especially for induction.
Included components and measurements
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| Made In Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok, wok only | 13 in | 13.5 in | 5.5 in | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Made In 10-inch Stainless Clad Frying Pan | 10 in | 10.5 in | 7.5 in | 3.5 in | Not stated | 18 in | Not stated | 2.25 lb | Not stated | Not stated | Not included |
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