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Guy Fieri’s non-toxic nonstick Flavortown 2-Quart Saucepan excels at cooking, is easy to clean, and is a favorite of Amazon shoppers. Get it for $48.

The saucepan—also nonstick—performed well in our tests but didn’t blow us away. The pan is on the heavier side, and it comes with a glass lid, which does not retain heat as well.

Taller than frying pans but smaller than stockpots, the best saucepans are well-constructed, durable and easy to clean. Here are our top picks.