DIIG 12-Inch Glass Lid vs Lodge Cast Iron Skillet Lid 12 Inch

Buy the Lodge if you want a lid that holds heat, bastes, and works in the oven or over a fire; it is heavy cast iron built to last decades and owners praise its fit on Lodge 12-inch skillets. Buy the DIIG if you want to watch food cook and prefer a light lid you can put in the dishwasher. The DIIG is a generic glass-and-metal cover with a 4.5 rating from 147 buyers; the Lodge is a single-piece seasoned cast iron lid with no upper oven limit and a reputation for durability.

• Choose the DIIG glass lid if you want to see what is cooking, want a light lid, and plan to wash it in the dishwasher.
• Choose the Lodge cast iron lid if you cook in the oven, want self-basting moisture control, and expect the lid to outlast the pan.