Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,044 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
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Lodge now leads AI recommendations for premium pans, particularly for its affordable and reliable cast iron skillets. Across the category, AI responses have diversified, with early carbon steel leaders like and ceding ground to a wider range of cast iron and wok specialists.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AI's top value pick, consistently recommended as the go-to for cast iron. | 51% | |
| 2 | A premium, heirloom-quality choice with a noted ultra-smooth cooking surface. | 44% | |
| 3 | Classic French carbon steel, though its top recommendation status has declined. | 28% | |
| 4 | Frequently cited for modern, lightweight carbon steel pans, but less dominant recently. | 28% | |
| 5 | The top choice for enameled cast iron, praised for ease of cleaning. | 24% | |
| 6 | Highlighted as a value pick, balancing performance and price in carbon steel. | 19% | |
| 7 | 19% | ||
| 8 | 18% | ||
| 9 | Dominates the 'best wok' category with its pre-seasoned carbon steel models. | 16% | |
| 10 | 16% | ||
| 11 | A premium cast iron option known for its lighter weight and smoother finish. | 15% | |
| 12 | A professional-kitchen favorite, rising as a top carbon steel pan recommendation. | 15% | |
| 13 | 14% | ||
| 14 | 13% | ||
| 15 | 12% | ||
| 16 | 11% | ||
| 17 | 11% | ||
| 18 | 10% | ||
| 19 | 8% | ||
| 20 | 8% | ||
| 21 | 8% | ||
| 22 | 7% | ||
| 23 | 7% | ||
| 24 | 7% | ||
| 25 | 7% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
youtube.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 48% of analyzed answers.
Overtook de Buyer for the #1 spot between October and March.
Dropped from #1 to #4 overall between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Mention rate in carbon steel queries dropped from 81% in Oct to 62% in Mar.
“A simple value-oriented pick.” → “An innovative choice with a unique 'semi-nonstick' nitrided surface.”
Rose significantly in carbon steel recommendations since November 2025.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44% | 36% | ||
| 31% | 32% | ||
| 24% | 32% | ||
| 11% | 24% | ||
| 23% | 9% |
The two models disagree most about Merten & Storck (ChatGPT #6, Google #20) and Mauviel 1830 (ChatGPT #25, Google #13).
Across 1,044 AI responses, Lodge is mentioned most, named in 51% of them, followed by Smithey Ironware (44%) and de Buyer (28%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,044 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Early responses in late 2025 heavily featured de Buyer and
Made In as top choices. Since December, recommendations have diversified to include Smithey for premium quality,
Merten & Storck for budget, and
as a workhorse alternative. The initial dominance of has notably decreased.
What is the best carbon steel pan?
Early responses in late 2025 heavily featured de Buyer and
Made In as top choices. Since December, recommendations have diversified to include Smithey for premium quality,
Merten & Storck for budget, and as a workhorse alternative. The initial dominance of has notably decreased.
Brands mentioned
Brands mentioned
Yosukata has been the dominant recommendation for 'best wok' throughout the observation period on both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews. Other brands like
Craft Wok,
Mammafong, and
Joyce Chen appear as secondary or budget-friendly choices, but
Yosukata consistently holds the top spot.