Does it work on induction?

Yes. The base is induction-ready and also works on gas, electric and ceramic hobs.

Can the pot go in the oven?

Yes, once the lid handle is removed. Check WMF's oven temperature limit before use.

Is it dishwasher safe?

Yes. The body and lid are dishwasher safe after the handle is detached.

How does it compare with the WMF Perfect Pro?

The Premium line adds the detachable, heat-shielded handle and a more finished exterior; both cook the same way.

What is included in the box?

The 4.5 L pot, the lid with handle, and a steamer insert in most retail sets. Check the listing for the exact contents.

How often should the seal be replaced?

WMF and owners suggest replacing the gasket roughly every one to two years, or sooner if pressure drops.

WMF Perfect Premium 4.5 L Stainless Steel

Last price we saw

$216.69at Tiny Lux, last seen Nov 10

Prices change often: ask the agent below to check today's price at every store.

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Check today's price at Tiny Lux

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

Price facts

Last seen at $216.69 at Tiny Lux on Nov 10.

Our take on the WMF Perfect Premium 4.5 L Stainless Steel

The WMF Perfect Premium is a 4.5-liter stainless steel stovetop pressure cooker built around WMF's detachable lid handle, which lets the pot go in the dishwasher and into the oven without the handle. It works on induction and all other hob types, and the shielded handle stays cooler than bare metal. It suits households of three to five that cook beans, stews and braises often and want a German-built pot with a long spare-parts record. Against cheaper aluminum cookers it heats more evenly and resists staining, but it is heavier and its lid mechanism has more parts to learn.

Best forFamilies of three to five cooking stews, beans and braisesInduction hob ownersBuyers who want a dishwasher-safe stainless potCookers who value spare parts and long service life

Pros

Detachable lid handle makes the pot dishwasher safe and oven usable
Works on induction and every other hob type
Stainless steel body resists staining and holds heat well
Shielded handle stays cooler during long simmers
WMF sells replacement seals and parts for years

Cons

WMF Perfect Premium 4.5 L Stainless Steel prices at every store

Tiny LuxNew
Out of stock
$216.69Checked Nov 9
Visit Tiny Lux

Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.

WMF Perfect Premium 4.5 L Stainless Steel price history

Lowest price we've seen: $216.69 on Nov 10 at Tiny Lux. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the Perfect Premium line highly for build quality and even cooking, and many keep theirs for a decade or more. The recurring complaints are the learning curve on the lid and handle and the weight of the pot when full.

What people mention

Build qualityPraisedOwners describe thick stainless steel and fittings that still work after many years.
Lid mechanismMixedSome find the detachable handle and locking lid fiddly at first, though most adjust with use.
CleaningPraisedThe removable handle lets the pot and lid go in the dishwasher, which owners single out.

Questions and answers

Does it work on induction?: Yes. The base is induction-ready and also works on gas, electric and ceramic hobs.
Can the pot go in the oven?: Yes, once the lid handle is removed. Check WMF's oven temperature limit before use.
Is it dishwasher safe?: Yes. The body and lid are dishwasher safe after the handle is detached.
How does it compare with the WMF Perfect Pro?: The Premium line adds the detachable, heat-shielded handle and a more finished exterior; both cook the same way.
What is included in the box?: The 4.5 L pot, the lid with handle, and a steamer insert in most retail sets. Check the listing for the exact contents.
How often should the seal be replaced?: WMF and owners suggest replacing the gasket roughly every one to two years, or sooner if pressure drops.