The GreenPan Valencia Pro is one of the most popular cookware lines from the manufacturer. It is also our top recommendation for a ceramic cookware set currently. Let’s see why we think that if you are looking for a mid-priced ceramic set today, the Valencia Pro is a great buy.
As always, our reviews are based on a combination of our own tests and feedback from hundreds of other buyers and users of the products, in an effort to give you the most comprehensive information.
Available Sets and Individual Pieces
The Valencia Pro is sold in 3 cookware sets (a 4, an 11 and a 16-piece set), as a set of 2 fry pans, and individual pieces. You will find more size options for pans and saucepans under the same product listings.
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#1   | 1. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized, Ceramic Nonstick Set, 11-Piece - Base material: hard-anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#2   | 2. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Ceramic Nonstick, 10" and 12" Set - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#3   | 3. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, Frypan, 12'' - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#4   | 4. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 10" with Lid - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#5   | 5. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 4.5 Qt Saute Pan - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#6   | 6. GreenPan Valencia Pro Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan Set, 2QT and 3QT - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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#7   | 7. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 11" Grill Pan - Base material: hard anodized aluminum | Our Rating 9.3
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1. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Ceramic Nonstick Set, 11-Piece - Base material: hard-anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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2. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Ceramic Nonstick, 10" and 12" Set - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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3. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, Frypan, 12'' - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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4. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 10" with Lid - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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5. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 4.5 Qt Saute Pan - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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6. GreenPan Valencia Pro Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan Set, 2QT and 3QT - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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7. GreenPan Valencia Pro Hard Anodized Induction Safe Healthy Ceramic Nonstick, 11" Grill Pan - Base material: hard anodized aluminum |
Our Rating 9.3
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GreenPan Valencia Pro: Design
Grey might not be everyone’s favorite color but the space grey hue of the Valencia Pro line suits just about any kitchen style, from funky to elegant.
The hard anodized aluminum body features sleek and ergonomic riveted stainless steel handles. The lids – as opposed to the Paris Pro line – are made of glass, letting you easily monitor your food while cooking.
We are a fan of the overall design, it’s stylish as well as practical. Space grey is also a safe bet if you are buying the cookware as a present and not sure how the kitchen it will be used in looks like.
Materials
The Valencia Pro pieces are constructed from hard-anodized aluminum with a tough forged Magneto base for extra durability as well as induction capability. The enforced base means less chance of the bottom of the pans warping too.
Aluminum is among the most used base for nonstick pots and pans as its lightweight, not too sensitive and conducts heat really well.
The inner coating is the strongest Thermolon Minerals Pro surface from GreenPan. This diamond-infused ceramic nonstick layer is free of PFAS, PFOA, cadmium and lead. It means no toxic fumes, even if you accidently overheat the pan.
It is our opinion that even though this line is marketed as metal utensil safe, we don’t recommend using metal utensils on any ceramic coating. The weakest point of this type of cookware is the longevity, using wooden or plastic utensils will help extending the lifespan of the pans.
Usability
The Valencia Pro line is suitable for all cooktops including induction. The pots are also oven and broiler safe for up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit.
The food release properties of Thermolon are outstanding, if you take care of the cooking surface, it will serve you well for a long time. Whether we have cooked Bolognese sauce, bacon or baked pasta – the cleanup was easy.
Pay special attention to the temperature of the pans while cooking. Yes, the Thermolon coating does not release any harmful fumes even if it’s exposed to high temperatures but it will impact the longevity of the cookware.
You will always find some customers complaining about ceramic pans losing their nonstick properties very fast. The number one reason for this is overheating – especially if you are using them on gas stoves.
Watch out for the stainless steel handles getting hot during longer cooking sessions. Use a tablecloth to hold them to avoid a hot surprise.
Durability
Both the body and the cooking surface of the Valencia Pro pieces are made from hardened materials for increased durability. The Thermolon Mineral Pro surface is among the toughest ceramic coating from any manufacturer.
There are many users reporting using these sets for years without any issue. But you will inevitably see a few people complain about short lifespan too.
We have already mentioned overheating as main enemy of ceramic surfaces, this is usually the reason behind these complains.
Cleaning
The new Thermolon Mineral ceramic coating is enhanced with diamond dust and it’s marketed to be durable enough to be dishwasher safe.
While this may be true, we never clean our ceramic pots and pans in a dishwasher. We recommend you don’t do it either.
It really does not take much effort to wash these pieces by hand as even burnt fat comes off easily. In exchange, you will keep your set in a great working condition for a longer time.
Value
The Valencia Pro is a mid-priced ceramic cookware line. It is a healthy and durable option and if you are willing to take care of the pieces, it provides great value. Both the forged hard-anodized aluminum body and the Thermolon Mineral coating will serve you well in the kitchen.
Only buy this set if you can live without metal utensils and don’t mind the cleanup by hand. While it is scratch proof and tough, a ceramic coating is not stainless steel. There are plenty of cheaper options available on the market today if you can’t live without a dishwasher.
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GreenPan Valencia Pro: The Verdict
We recommend the GreenPan Valencia Pro line as our top choice for a healthy, yet durable ceramic cookware set. Both the construction and the performance are impressive for the price.
If you are an experienced cook who knows how to take care of your cookware, get it, you won’t regret it!
If you are buying it as a present for a new cook, choose a more beginner-friendly line, such as the Rio from GreenPan.
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