Kuhn Rikon Cookware - The Choices

Kuhn Rikon, a world-renowned cookware company, is a family owned business based in Rikon, Switzerland since 1926. In nearly 100 years we have gained huge knowledge, expertise and skills in designing, developing and producing cookware.

As well as the reassuring Swiss heritage our cookware is supported in the UK by a Limited Lifetime Guarantee* for domestic use and covers defects in materials and workmanship – read more here.

We offer you a choice of at least ten different ranges of cookware in six different material combinations, styles and price points - there’s something to suit everyone. Ranges include frying pans made of recycled aluminium, professional quality stainless steel and ingenious space saving cookware.

Here’s a brief summary of our main cookware ranges. You might also like to read our blog on How to Choose the Right Cookware which looks at the factors you should consider when deciding on the right pots and pans for you.

NEW LIFE – Recycled Aluminium

A new generation of environmentally friendly cookware that is made of 100% recycled aluminium, using production processes that minimise the impact on the environment. The pans are made from recycled aluminium sourced from Europe and manufactured by Kuhn Rikon in Switzerland – this not only ensures a top quality pan but also significantly reduces the amount of pan miles.

The 8mm thick base provides a stable pan that will heat up efficiently on any type of hob. Oven safe to 220°C. The three layer non-stick is durable, highly effective, easy to clean by hand and dishwasher suitable. The pans have stay cool, comfortable, ergonomic handles. 

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. There are three sizes of NEW LIFE frying pan.

EASY INDUCTION – Non-Stick Aluminium

Reliable everyday cookware that’s perfect for busy people as it’s so easy to use. The extensive range includes specialist items for the enthusiastic cook.

These aluminium pans provide good, even heat distribution and they are easy to clean. Solid yet light, forged aluminium with a non-stick interior and a hard wearing exterior coating. The pans have an extra thick 5mm full induction base for stability and even heating on all types of hob. The durable three layer, non-stick coating is reinforced with titanium particles.

All the saucepans and frying pans have comfortable bakelite handles with a hanging loop for storage. The saucepans and casseroles have vented ovenproof glass lids with stainless steel rims and bakelite lid knobs. The pans are suitable for all hobs and oven safe to 220°C. Easy to clean by hand but also dishwasher suitable.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. See the EASY INDUCTION range of frying pans, saucepans, casseroles and specialist items.

EASY PRO – Forged Aluminium with Non-Stick

Stylish cookware for busy households. These attractive, practical, easy to clean pans are similar to Easy Induction but this range has a tougher exterior coating and stainless steel handles. The pans are durable and warp resistant, yet lightweight forged aluminium.

The energy efficient ultra thick 5mm base absorbs and spreads heat rapidly. The pans have a tough, long-lasting, non-stick surface with titanium particles for added strength. The hard wearing exterior coating offers an attractive, practical and easy to clean finish.

The stay cool handles are stainless steel and are securely riveted to the pans. The saucepans and casseroles have vented ovenproof glass lids with stainless steel rims and handles. The pans are suitable for all types of hob, including induction and they are oven safe to 240°C. Easy to clean by hand but also dishwasher suitable.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. See the EASY PRO range of frying pans, saucepans and casseroles.

PEAK – Multi-Ply

This fabulous range offers great cooking and easy cleaning for the passionate home cook. A brilliant combination of stainless steel, an inner layer of aluminium and a non-stick coating - three of the best materials for looks, performance, care and longevity.

The 18/10 stainless steel provides durability, shine and easy cleaning. The aluminium layer gives fast, even heating throughout the pan. The tough, high performing interior non-stick is metal utensil safe, releases food perfectly and is so easy to clean.

The pans have stainless steel, riveted handles which will stay cool on the hob, provided flames are not licking up the sides. There’s an all round pouring lip for easy, no mess pouring. The saucepans and casseroles have vented ovenproof glass lids with stainless steel rims and handles.

Suitable for all types of hob, including induction and oven safe up to 240°C. Dishwasher suitable and easily cleaned by hand.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. See the PEAK range of saucepans, casseroles and frying pans.

CLASSIC INDUCTION & CLASSIC NON-STICK – 18/10 Stainless Steel

Great practical cookware that’s competitively priced and ideal for those setting up home. The polished 18/10 stainless steel pans are durable, look great and easy to clean. The pans have a fully encapsulated impact bonded base suitable for all hobs, including induction. There’s an all round rolled pouring lip, for easy, no mess pouring.

The saucepans and casseroles have vented ovenproof glass lids with stainless steel rims and bakelite lid knobs and pan handles. Suitable for all types of hob and oven safe to 220°C. Easy to clean by hand but also dishwasher suitable.

Classic Non-Stick – the frying pans have a 3 layer non-stick coating toughened with titanium particles. Use these pans for easy, low-fat frying.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. See the selection of CLASSIC INDUCTION saucepans, casseroles and frying pans.

ALLROUND – 18/10 Stainless Steel  

Practical and functional everyday pans. Made of 18/10 stainless steel, Allround pans are durable, hard wearing and easy to clean. The saucepans and casseroles have vented glass lids with stainless steel rims. The stainless steel pan handles will stay cool on the hob provided gas flames are not licking up the sides. The saucepan and frying pan handles have a loop for hanging storage. 

All the pans can be used on any type of hob and are oven safe up to 240°C. The pans are easily cleaned by hand or in the dishwasher.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. The ALLROUND range includes unlined saucepans and casseroles, plus non-stick frying pans and a wok. 

DAILY – 18/10 Stainless Steel

Durable and hard wearing this rounded, shapely cookware, not only looks great but the design enables the pans to be stacked inside one another for space saving storage. Made of high quality 18/10 stainless steel with ergonomic, stay cool, stainless steel handles. The saucepans and casseroles have inner scale markings for easy measuring, they also have vented glass lids with stainless steel rims and handles.   

Efficient encapsulated base absorbs and spreads heat evenly on all types of hob. Oven safe to 180°C. Easy to clean by hand or in the dishwasher.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. DAILY is available in a choice of saucepans and casseroles.  

MONTREUX – 18/10 Stainless Steel

Swiss made cookware for the enthusiastic domestic cook or professional chef. These hard wearing, practical pans would stand up to any domestic or professional kitchen. 

The high quality 18/10 stainless steel is durable and easy to clean. The solid aluminium Superthermic sandwich base provides excellent heat distribution and retention.

The pans have ergonomic, stainless steel handles which will stay cool on the hob, provided gas flames aren't licking up the sides. The Montreux range is suitable for all types of hob and oven safe to 240°C. Easy to clean by hand or in the dishwasher.

Reassuring quality with Swiss manufacturing (hence lower carbon footprint) plus our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. The MONTREUX range includes saucepans, casseroles, a pasta pot and a sauté pan.

SMART & COMPACT – Space saving

Save time, save space and save money with this innovative cookware, a great range for anyone with limited space. This cleverly designed, yet simple cooking system includes dual function cookware and accessories. It’s space saving too – designed with storage and convenience in mind as the pots can be nested together.   

The 18/10 stainless steel pots have inner scale markings for easy measuring. The encapsulated, energy efficient base is suitable for any hob and the pots are oven safe to 220°C. The comfortable pot handles are silicone coated.

The lids can be used on the pot on the hob. You can also create an airtight seal with the lid so that food can be safely chilled or frozen in the pot – there’s no need for another storage container. The lids have an integral magnet that attaches to the base of the pot for easy and compact storage as the pots and lids stack inside one another with the lids attached to each base. The pots are oven safe but the lids are not as the heat would damage the magnets.

Reassuring quality with Swiss expertise and our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. See the SMART & COMPACT cookware and accessories.

BLACK STAR – 100% Spun Iron

Swiss made, hard wearing pans for professionals and enthusiastic home cooks. The heavy gauge, spun iron is a robust and durable material and is perfect for high heat frying and gentle braising. The iron is an excellent conductor of heat and will absorb, store and spread heat really efficiently.

The pans can be used on any type of hob, under the grill and in the oven, they’re also perfect for cooking over the barbecue or firepit. The cast iron handles are securely spot welded to the pan. These pans only need a light clean with warm water, they are not suitable for the dishwasher.

Reassuring premium quality with Swiss manufacturing (hence lower carbon footprint) plus our UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee*. BLACK STAR pans are available in a choice of single handle and double handled frying pans.

We hope this blog has helped you to select the right cookware for you. Explore our cookware for a closer look. If you want more general guidance read our blog on How to Choose the Right Cookware or contact us.

* The UK Limited Lifetime Guarantee applies to all Kuhn Rikon cookware purchased in the UK (excluding Duromatic Pressure Cookers). It covers any defects in manufacture or materials at the time of purchase which are later deemed to have caused a product failure. Products are guaranteed for normal domestic use only. For more information see Our Guarantee To You.