ProBond Luxe
ProBond Luxe
Pure Aluminium Core
Made In Italy
Flush Rivets 
Dishwasher Safe
Oven & Grill Safe to 600°F/316°C
Induction CompatibleThe most noticeable difference is the finish. ProBond Luxe features a gorgeous, mirror-polished exterior that truly shines in the kitchen, while ProBond Forged has a brushed finish that’s a bit more forgiving for everyday wear. Luxe is designed for those who love a radiant, display-worthy look.
Like any polished surface, Luxe’s brilliant shine can show scratches more easily than the brushed Forged finish. That said, the beauty is worth it for many cooks, and with a little care, Luxe will keep its stunning appearance for years. If you prefer a tougher, lower-maintenance look, Forged may be a better fit.
Not quite! The NEW ProBond Luxe Polished Clad Stainless Steel collection has an innovative super fine satin-finished cooking surface. This meticulous process is done to create a smoother and less porous cooking surface, and actually makes it easier to cook with and clean compared to the brushed polished interior of ProBond Forged.
It’s a subtle upgrade that many home chefs will appreciate every day.
Great question! This upgrade was heavily requested by our customers.
ProBond Luxe features Hestan’s signature chef-inspired handle borrowed from our Commercial Clad cookware line—the handle was originally designed by Michelin three-star Chef Thomas Keller. It has a flatter angle for comfort, a vented heat hole that helps the handle stay cooler, and best of all, it eliminates the little crevice that can trap food around traditional handles, like the ProBond Forged handle.
It’s another small change that makes cooking and cleaning much easier.
Yes! Good observation!
ProBond Luxe seeks to create a new standard in luxury stainless steel cookware—so we wanted to offer the widest variety of vessels possible. The polished ProBond Luxe line includes an expanded assortment of pieces beyond what you’ll find in the Forged collection, including larger format Stock Pots, and Rondeaus.
Think specialty items like a butter warmer, large format rondeaus and our extra large stockpots —each finished in a pristine, jewelry polished finish.
Luxe gives you more choices to build your perfect cookware collection.
ProBond® Luxe™ looks a lot like NanoBond®—what’s the difference?
You’re right, they both have that brilliant, showstopping shine!
The difference comes down to the titanium technology. Let’s look at them side by side.
Origin:
Both NanoBond® and ProBond® Luxe™ were designed in Napa Valley, and handcrafted in our Italian factories.
Molecular Titanium Finish
NanoBond and ProBond Luxe have a similar tri-ply construction with 18/10 stainless steel as the interior/cooking surface and our exclusive aluminum ProCore™.
Where NanoBond differs is that the 18/10 stainless steel is further protected by thousands of molecular titanium nano-layers that create an incredibly durable and impermeable surface that is 400% harder than stainless steel and is ultra-smooth—almost glass-like—making it more stick resistant.
Luxe doesn’t have titanium, but it brings you the radiant look and upgraded features at a more accessible price. It’s the perfect choice for anyone who wants shine and performance without stepping all the way up to NanoBond.
It should be said that Hestan NanoBond is still the best stainless steel cookware that money can buy.
Cleaning & Care
NanoBond will still be the easiest to clean because it has no pores; the titanium completely seals the stainless steel pores. ProBond Luxe features a newly updated super fine satin-finished cooking surface and base that take extra steps in the finishing process resulting in less textures, less pores compared to ProBond Forged, so it's easier to clean than typical stainless steel. It's very similar in feel and appearance to OvenBond.
Innovative ProBond Luxe Features
There are other advantages that were added from our collections onto ProBond Luxe that aren’t included in the NanoBond line. From the Thomas Keller Commercial Clad collection we used the handle—a welcomed feature that we may see on the NanoBond line someday.
ProBond Luxe is a wonderful alternative for people who maybe just don't want to reach for Nanobond quite yet, but wish to add high performance and an illustrious shine to their kitchen.
reddot winner 2025
ProBond® Luxe was honored with the 2025 Red Dot Award for product design - recognized by a global jury of 43 design experts for its mirror-polished beauty, peerless craftsmanship, and the kind of elevated performance worthy of the world’s finest kitchens.
Tri-ply stainless steel construction with our exclusive pure aluminium ProCore delivers 35% greater heat conductivity than other clad cookware.
Eliminates the crevice where food and carbon can build up for effortless cleanup.
Interior flush rivets prevent food buildup, allowing for easy cleaning. Pieces nest neatly within each other for practical storage.
Sealed and flared rims, encapsulated in stainless steel to prevent exposed aluminium, delamination or separation.
Distinctive and display-worthy mirror-polished exterior is as beautiful to display as it is to cook with.
Unlike other stainless steel cookware, sealed rims prevent delamination making it truly dishwasher safe.
ProBond is dishwasher safe. Unlike other stainless steel cookware, ProBond's sealed rims prevent delamination making it truly dishwasher safe. Over time, stainless steel may stain due to oil build up. Any staining or residue can be scrubbed with the powdered version of Barkeeper's friend and a soft scrubber.
Overall rating: 4.8235292 / 5 from 119 reviews.
The Hestan ProBond® Luxe Stainless Steel Sauteuse Braiser & Lid offers a luxurious, mirror-polished exterior that enhances kitchen aesthetics and is easy to clean. Its tri-ply clad construction ensures superior performance and even heat distribution, while the induction-optimized base guarantees compatibility with all stovetops. The ergonomic handles, designed in collaboration with Chef Thomas Keller, provide comfort and safety. Built to withstand high temperatures, it transitions seamlessly from stovetop to oven. Dishwasher safe and oven safe up to 315°C, it promises durability and ease of maintenance.
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"Excellent quality, love the nonstick surface. The handle does not seem to get as hot as some other Hestan pans that I own. I think it may have to do with the opening where the handle meets the pan. My other Hestan pan handles do not have that opening in the handle."
"I was looking for a sauce pan that I can use everyday and be a go to pan. This pan is light, great handle and heats up quickly and hold the heat well. Highly recommended."
"Quick delivery. Great quality and easy to clean. Just the right size to prep dishes for the two of us"
"We purchased this pan as an add-on to our Hestan titanium-clad skillet set and we LOVE this pan . . . to the point where we are strongly considering upgrading our current Hestan pans to the Titum nonstick. The pan is lightweight, heats evenly, and sautés veggies with very, very little fat. It's also great for just general cooking. And non-stick -- you just try to make an omelette stick to this pan. Yeah, good luck with that. Sticking does NOT happen!!"
"This is our second Hestan skillet. The build quality is like rugged jewelry. The Titum coating is very tough. Have used it a few times and shows no wear with the use of metal utensils. Very happy with our purchase."
"I ordered the 8. 5” skillet and the 11” skillet, both pro bond luxe. Made from very good quality materials, I have used both skillets for eggs to steak. They are so durable and heat up evenly where everything cooks at same heat and time. I will be ordering other pieces of cook wear. Worth every bit of the money I paid for them."
"This cookware set delivers professional-level performance right at home. Heat distributes evenly, cooking is consistent, and the build quality feels incredibly solid. Cleanup is simple, and the set covers everything you need for everyday meals or special dishes. Highly recommended."
"The item was very well packed and shipping very fast. Its a pleasure to cook in one of your frypan! For sure Will buy more in future thank you"
"I'm a nonstick user returning to stainless steel pans. I ordered the Hestan Bond Pro Luxe skillets to try out before commiting to a whole set because these pans are pricey. The design, quality, and attention to details are phenomenal. I've used both the 8" and 11" skillets on our propane cooktop and realized that cooking everything on LOW HEAT with adequate fats such as butter or olive oil are necessary. Any tips on how to fry eggs with sticking, I'm all ears."
"I got a suggestions for this skillet from a friend who is into cooking and this was the best suggestion ever! I love this skillet, it is easy to use and clean, you just need to know how to maintain it. Will be ordering more in different sizes."
