Non-Stick Ceramic Cookware Size & Capacity Guide

Non-Stick Cookware Size & Capacity Guide

This guide breaks down cookware sizes, capacities, and ideal use cases, helping you choose the right pan or pot for every meal and household size.

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Built for Every Recipe

Choose the Right Size for Every Meal

From quick weekday portions to larger family meals, choosing the right pan size makes cooking easier and more comfortable. Gourmetific cookware is designed in a range of sizes and capacities to match how you actually cook, not just how recipes look on paper.

Understanding dimensions and usable capacity helps prevent overcrowding, spills, and uneven cooking, so you get better results every time.

Understanding Capacity

Each pan includes two capacity values. Real maximum capacity refers to the total volume the pan can physically hold. Ideal use capacity represents the recommended fill level for comfortable, spill-free cooking.This distinction helps you choose the right size for everyday use, not just what fits on paper.

Saucepans

7 inch Saucepan

Diameter: 18 cm (7.1 in)

Height: 9 cm (3.5 in)

Real maximum capacity: 2 L (2.1 QT)

Ideal use capacity: 1.8 L (2 QT)

Weight: 410 g (0.9 lb)

Ideal for sauces, reheating leftovers, grains, and small portions. This size is perfect for 1–2 servings, offering precise heat control without overcrowding or unnecessary cleanup.

Saucepans

8 inch Saucepan

Diameter: 20 cm (7.9 in)

Height: 10 cm (3.9 in)

Real maximum capacity: 3 L (3.2 QT)

Ideal use capacity: 2.8 L (3.0 QT)

Weight: 464 g (1.0 lb)

Ideal for soups, pasta, grains, and everyday family cooking. This size works best for 2–4 servings, making it a reliable choice for daily meals without overcrowding or frequent refills.

Frying Pans

8 inch Frying Pan

Diameter: 20 cm (7.9 in)

Height: 6 cm (2.4 in)

Real maximum capacity: 1.7 L (1.8 QT)

Ideal use capacity: 1.5 L (1.6 QT)

Weight: 342 g (0.75 lb)

Ideal for eggs, pancakes, sautéed vegetables, and quick meals. This pan is best suited for 1–2 servings, offering fast heat response and easy handling for everyday cooking.

Frying Pans

10 inch Frying Pan

Diameter: 26 cm (10.2 in)

Height: 5.6 cm (2.2 in)

Real maximum capacity: 2.8 L (3.0 QT)

Ideal use capacity: 2.6 L (2.7 QT)

Weight: 533 g (1.17 lb)

Ideal for larger portions, family meals, and everyday sautéing. This pan is best suited for 3–5 servings, offering ample surface area for even browning without overcrowding.

Saute Pan

10 inch Saute Pan

Diameter: 26 cm (10.2 in)

Height: 8.2 cm (3.2 in)

Real maximum capacity: 4.2 L (4.4 QT)

Ideal use capacity: 4.0 L (4.2 QT)

Weight: 679 g (1.50 lb)

Perfect for braising, simmering sauces, shallow frying, and complete one-pan meals. The higher walls provide extra capacity and control, making it ideal for family-size recipes and liquid-heavy dishes.

Grill & Breakfast Pans

Grill Pan

Diameter: 26 cm (10.2 in)

Height: 4.3 cm (1.7 in)

Ideal capacity: 2.5 L

Weight: 600 g

Base thickness: 4.5 mm

Designed for high-heat grilling of meats and vegetables.

The thick 4.5 mm base provides stable heat distribution, helps retain temperature, and reduces the risk of warping during intense stovetop use.

Grill & Breakfast Pans

Breakfast Pan

Diameter: 19 cm (7.5 in)

Height: 3 cm (1.2 in)

Ideal capacity: 0.3 L

Weight: 670 g

Base thickness: 4.5 mm

Optimized for eggs and small servings.

The compact size and thick base allow fast, even heating, making it ideal for controlled cooking of breakfast portions without overheating or sticking.

Every Size You Need

Made to travel as it cooks. These pieces fit into life on the move, whether you are in an RV, at a table, or cooking outdoors. Practical to carry, simple to use, and reliable on the go, so you can enjoy meals anywhere without giving up comfort or convenience.

Perfect for RV Life

Made for Small Kitchens and Big Trips

Space saving when stored, fully capable when cooking. Perfect for small kitchens, campers, and RV living. Stack them away in seconds for a clutter free kitchen or RV setup.

Stacked Storage Footprint

When stacked with pan protectors placed between each piece, the complete cookware set occupies approximately:

12 × 12 × 8 inches (W × D × H)
30 × 30 × 20 cm (W × D × H)

This estimate is based on base thickness, pan heights, and protective felt layers between pieces. Dimensions are rounded up to avoid underestimating required storage space. The stacked size guidance is intentionally conservative to ensure the set fits comfortably inside cabinets, RV kitchens, and compact storage spaces without tight tolerances. Actual stacked height may be slightly lower depending on arrangement and protector thickness.

Outdoor Ready, Anytime

Practical for Travel, Picnics, and Camp Cooking

This set is designed to stay compact when packed and fully functional when used.

With detachable handles and stackable pieces, multiple pans and pots store as one, making it easier to bring along for picnics, camping, or RV travel.

You don’t carry extra pieces. You carry the same cookware you trust at home.