6.25-Inch Open Skillet

$34.99
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Cook with confidence using the small but mighty nonstick frying pan from the Circulon A1 Series. This mini skillet is versatile for single-serving dishes and dishwasher-safe for each cleaning. Circulon’s triple-layer ScratchDefense nonstick cooking surface lasts 130X longer than the competition with no scratching, peeling, or flaking.

SKU

81825
  • Body Material: Aluminum
  • Exterior Finish: Nonstick
  • Interior Finish: Nonstick
  • Handle Material: Cast Stainless Steel with Silicone
  • Lid Material: Tempered Glass

To see CA AB1200 disclosures for this product, visit our Product Disclosures page.

  • Dishwasher Safe: Yes
  • Oven Safe Temperature: 400°F
  • Induction Suitable: Yes
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
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A1 Series

- Thick aluminum construction
- Nonstick inside and out
- No-slip silicone handles that stay cool on the stovetop
- Convenient nonstick exterior

Scratch Free,
Worry Free. Forever.

Circulon ScratchDefense™ is a safer, tougher nonstick that's laboratory‑tested to withstand up to 200 years of everyday use.*

Us After
350,000 Scrapes

vs.

Them After
5 Scrapes

130x longer lasting than the competition

Than leading competitor nonstick in a metal utensil scratch test performed at 200°C/392°F

Experience Next-Generation Nonstick
with ScratchDefense™

Overall rating: 4.6559486 / 5 from 2799 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Cook with confidence using the Circulon A1 Series 6.25-Inch Open Skillet. Customers praise its versatile size, excellent nonstick performance, and even heat distribution. The pan is well-built and dishwasher-safe, with a sturdy and handsome appearance.

Summary topics

  • Pan Build Quality (38%): A substantial number of customers pointed out that these pans are great and well-built, making them highly recommended.
  • Skillet Performance (4%): It was noted by customers that this 12” skillet is the best they have ever owned.
  • Appearance (6%): It was observed by customers that the pan looks great and has a sturdy and handsome appearance. (Common opinion)
  • Product Quality (8%): Customers expressed appreciation for the great quality of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Nonstick Performance (4%): It was observed by customers that the nonstick pot is great, fantastic, outstanding, and spot on.

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Review highlights

  • "Perfect pan, great size cooks evenly and dishwasher safe for fast cleanup." — Michael M.
  • "The quality is way better than I expected, the color is attractive and the even temperatured cooking has been great!" — Alice M.
  • "No more food sticking, easy to clean, have been able to almost eliminate any oil in cooking" — Claire R.

Reviews

Great cookware set!

"I’ve had Circulon for years and decided it was time for me to get the Circulon cookware that could go in the dishwasher. I was able to get 30 percent or more off the cost of my order and now I’m loving my new pots and pans. To complete my set, I also ordered the 10 quart soup pot. Great choices and the only cookware for me, Circulon."

— Barbara S. (5/5)

My A1 Scratch Defense Blows My Old Circulon Away!

"I love everything about my 12 piece set. I’ve never liked plastic utensils and I’m loving the freedom to use metal utensils without worrying about ruining the pans. The redesigned silicon handles are comfortable to grip and don’t have any hot spots. These pots and pans cook food beautifully and nothing seems to stick to them. Cleaning them is a breeze, too! I’m very happy with my purchase!"

— Linda L. (5/5)

Excellent cookware, do far.

"I have been researching non-stick, scratch resistant cookware for a long while. After much research and customer reviews, I decided on Circulon ScratchDefense. I have only used them a few times now, but I am quite impressed with their performance. Just as advertised! They are not bulky heavy, and food does not stick on the surfaces. They clean up very easily and look great. My wife commented on how light they are compared to our old set. I expect these to last quite a while, considering the quality feel and construction. Glad I made these my choice for non-stick, non-scratch cookware. Nice to be able to use a variety of utensils on them without fear of damaging them (PS: I mostly used acacia wood utensils, but occasionally have used steel also. )."

— Donald H. (5/5)

Definitely a non stick surface.

"Definitely a non stick surface. They're easy to clean and have some nice features. My wife likes the lids with the pour holes to drain water and i like the nice grippy handles. Im glad I bought them."

— Chad C. (5/5)

ScratchDefense

"Excellent cookware. Extremely easy to cook in and clean. Beautiful to look at. I love the 6. 25-inch skillet, perfect for one egg and extremely cute!! I’ve owned and used Circulon products most of my adult life, since it first came out. Only disappointment, no 1-qt saucepan."

— Linda P. (5/5)

Cookware works great, even damaged

"I ordered a 10-piece Sratch Defense set that I've used a half-dozen times. Everything has performed very well. *One of the large lids was dented along the rim edge in the undamaged box, so that would mean it was dented at the production center and shipped anyway! I guess CIRCULON doesn't care enough to send out their best products as new."

— JONATHAN Z. (4/5)

SO FAR, THIS SET EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS!

"It has been over 20 years since I bought my last set of good pots and pans. Now retired with a collection of mismatched pots and pans I thought it was time to buy a new set. I wanted durability, nonstick, ease of cleaning, attractiveness and affordability (since I'm retired!) and the Circulon ScratchDefense description seemed to fit that bill. I ordered and they are every bit what I had hoped. Well packaged, nice weight, not flimsily light. After a couple of weeks' use I can add that they cook beautifully -- I've had nicely seared meats -- and clean-up even better. They are a joy! (I threw out all of my old pots and pans!) Thank you Circulon!"

— Mary E. (5/5)

Still the best in 50 years!

"I bought Circulon cookware in the 70s when I moved out on my own. I tried every new “best” cookware that came along only to return to my Circulon. Today in 2026 Circulon stands alone in my kitchen as the best cookware available."

— Linda W. (5/5)

good cookware

"I haven't had a chance to use the new cookware, but I have unpacked the box the cookware came in, and it was packed extremely well, and I am happy with the appearance of the new cookware."

— Dan P. (5/5)

Best nonstick pots and pans

"Love this line of pots and pans. These replaced ceramic ones I had that were not as nonstick as promised. So far I haven’t had to use any oil or cooking spray on these pans, and my food doesn’t stick."

— Stacey W. (5/5)

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