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"Couldn’t be more happy with how stylish and functional this pot is. I am very selective over the brands I choose for my home, and this has made the list. I can’t wait to expand my collection."
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The 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.
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.
Eliminates the crevice where food and carbon can build up for effortless cleanup.
Tri-ply stainless steel construction with our exclusive pure aluminum ProCore delivers 35% greater heat conductivity than other clad cookware.
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 aluminum, 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 Barkeepers Friend and a soft scrubber.
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Our specialist and Cookware Concierge, Michael Kane, is available and happy to assist as your personal shopper. For shipping related questions please contact support@hestanculinary.com.
Overall rating: 4.9459147 / 5 from 869 reviews.
This ProBond Luxe 3-quart Polished Professional Clad Stainless Steel Soup Pot and Steamer Set is praised for its elegant design, exceptional build quality, and superior heat conductivity. Customers appreciate its easy-to-clean surface, sturdy construction, and perfect weight. The set is also noted for its dishwasher safety and compatibility with all cooktops, including induction.
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"Couldn’t be more happy with how stylish and functional this pot is. I am very selective over the brands I choose for my home, and this has made the list. I can’t wait to expand my collection."
"Excellent skillet. I use the 8.5-inch ProBond Luxe on my Wolf 48-inch induction range, and it performs beautifully. It heats quickly and evenly, the TITUM® nonstick surface releases food effortlessly, and it’s perfect for eggs and smaller portions. It feels substantial and well-made without being overly heavy, and cleanup is extremely easy. The polished stainless exterior also looks great on a high-end range. Very impressed with the quality and performance."
"I have to say, they are everything I read they would be. They were securely packed and once I unpacked them, they are so beautiful let them sit on the counter for a few days to just admire them! I have now used all but one so far. I love cooking with them! They feel so good in your hand, just love the handles. I am starting to get the hang of getting them not to stick. I’m sure that will become more natural over time. I’m hoping they inspire me to up my cooking game ;) I know there was probably something out there I could have gotten by with but I just kept coming back to these. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase!"
"Very happy so far - the pan is slightly smaller in appearance than I expected but it also holds a lot more food than I thought it would :) … so I’d say that balances out Still learning how to use stainless steel cookware but the features that hooked me initially have really impressed me during testing. The handle doesn’t get very hot at all in my experience, and the flush rivets are really satisfying to cook with… I liked the idea of easier cleaning but what I didn’t realize is that stirring would also be just a little more satisfying since my spoon didn’t bounce on the rivet heads. Not a crazy difference but I found that really satisfying. The handle is also very comfortable and the overall look of the pan is beautiful. In short, quite happy so far. Oh and the customer service was quick to respond when I asked to confirm the delivery date. Thanks!"
"I recently had shrimp and clams at a restaurant for my birthday and they were delicious. After returning home and checking on my steamer situation to replicate the restaurant experience, I knew I needed an upgrade. I have a few Hestan products, so I checked out their steamer. Wow, it looked great. I ordered it and have used it for both shrimp and clams and I could not be happier with its performance. Nanobond next?"
"This pan is an absolute delight to use. It is a perfect size to cook a bigger batch of dinner & it is so easy to clean. I’m very happy I purchased it & would recommend it to anyone. It’s not too heavy & easy to handle."
"This pan is amazing. I recently got a gas stove and. Found that gravies and sauces would cook up the side and stick in the corners of normal sauce pans. This one doesn’t do that. So far has been really easy to keep clean. Another one is my favorite pans. So glad I got it. Considering the 3. 5 qr essentials pan…"
"Eight Hestan pots, pans, and lids were purchased for my new kitchen, but an eight-inch non-stick fry pan was needed. I love the conductivity of this new fry pan and its handling on the new Wolf induction cooktop, as well as the ease of cleaning it."
"The large 3-quart size is ideal for everyday use, and cleanup is a breeze with standard dish soap and a little Bar Keepers Friend. The ergonomics of the handle and the overall design simply can’t be beaten. Among the Hestan lineups, the ProBond Luxe (Polished Clad) collection is easily my favorite and offers the absolute best value for the performance and craftsmanship you get."
"Hestan is the most beautiful and sturdy cookware, and that design on the handles is so pretty!! Now waiting for water droplets to dance on the surface is a new favorite activity :) I’m so happy Hestan was my first stainless set, it’s perfect for studio living too!"