Viking Contemporary 3-Ply 8-Quart Stock Pot vs KitchenAid 8 Qt Stainless Steel Stockpot

Buy the Viking if you want a fully clad pot that heats evenly up the sides and can go from stovetop to a 600°F oven or broiler. Buy the KitchenAid if you want a lighter pot with a thick base, a colorful finish and a strong owner track record. The Viking's three-ply walls and sealed rim are better built for high heat and long simmers; the KitchenAid's single-ply body is lighter and easier to lift when full. Owners rate the KitchenAid higher, but on far more ratings, and both are dishwasher safe with induction support.

• Choose the Viking Contemporary if you sear, reduce or finish dishes in a hot oven and want even heat up the sides, not just the base.
• Choose the 8 QT Stainless Steel Stockpot if you want a lighter, colorful pot with a thick conductive base for stocks, pasta and everyday boiling.