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Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet vs Hario V60 02 Ceramic Coffee Dripper

By the numbers

LodgeHario
Amazon rating4.7★4.7★
Reviews164,17714,200
Price$24.32$24.50
Satisfaction score96%95%
Awards40
WarrantyNo official warranty - built to last foreverManufacturer
Made inUSAJapan

Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet

Pros

  • Virtually indestructible with proper care
  • Improves with age as seasoning builds up
  • Incredible heat retention and even cooking
  • Works on any heat source including induction and campfires

Cons

  • Heavy at nearly 8 pounds
  • Requires seasoning maintenance
  • Not dishwasher safe

Hario V60 02 Ceramic Coffee Dripper

Pros

  • Industry-standard pour-over geometry
  • Ceramic holds heat
  • Made in Japan
  • Filters available everywhere

Cons

  • Need a kettle and scale to use well
  • Single cup at a time

Our Verdict

Based on Amazon ratings, satisfaction scores from r/BuyItForLife sentiment analysis, award recognition from major review publications, and price/value, the Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet is our pick in this matchup. That said, both are community-vetted as buy-it-for-life products - either is a defensible choice. Read each product's full review before deciding: