Jun 2026 Rankings
Best Dutch Ovens
We tested 18 products for harmful chemicals, real-world performance, and ease of use. Our top pick: Caraway Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven.
By Renée Torres, R3 Research Lead·Updated Jun 2026
18 products · 12 brands40+ hrs researchNo brand pays us
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| Product | Enamel Lead Compliance Level | Heat Retention Quality Rating | Product Weight (lbs) | Score | Price | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlock safety data | 9.9 | $195 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.8 | $380 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.6 | $239.95 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.5 | $280 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.5 | $399.95 |
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Renée's Take · Jun 2026
How I Tested 18 Dutch Ovens
I tested 18 dutch ovens from 12 brands across 4 safety checks, including Enamel Lead Compliance Level and Enamel Cadmium Compliance Level. Every product was scored the same way: material safety first, then real-world performance and ease of use.
What I found: The top picks pass third-party safety verification and hold up in everyday use. The dutch ovens I left off had unverified material claims, missing certifications, or hidden tradeoffs that matter day to day.
Here's what came out on top:
- 1.Caraway Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven · Caraway · 9.9/10 · $195
- 2.Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven · Le Creuset · 9.8/10 · $380
- 3.Vermicular Oven Pot Round 22cm · Vermicular · 9.6/10 · $240
What Matters Most?
The criteria R3 evaluates for every dutch ovens
Safety
Enamel Lead Compliance Level, Enamel Cadmium Compliance Level, PFAS-Free Verification Level
Efficacy
Maximum Oven-Safe Temperature, Heat Retention Quality
Usability
Product Weight
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Caraway Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven is our top pick right now. It scored highest across the 18 we reviewed on what matters most to families: how safe it is, how well it actually works, and how easy it is to use day-to-day.
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