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Le Creuset
Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt.
$455
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Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt is cheaper at $165. Every spec and price links to its source.
Caraway
Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt
$165Cheaper
Which is better: the Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. or Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt is the cheaper at $165.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. | Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $455 | $165 |
| Brand | Le Creuset | Caraway |
| Released | — | — |
| Capacity qt | 5.5 | 6.5 |
| Material | Enameled cast iron | Aluminum body with non-toxic ceramic-coated interior and stainless steel handles/base plate (not enameled cast iron) |
| Oven safe temp f | 500 | 550 |
| Weight (lb) | 11.4 | — |
| Interior finish | Light-colored smooth interior enamel for easy monitoring of browning; dishwasher-safe, no seasoning required | Non-stick ceramic coating, free of PTFE, PFOA, PFAS, lead, and cadmium |
| Diameter (in) | 11 | 10.5 |
| Induction compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Lid handle design | Tight-fitting lid engineered to circulate steam and self-baste; ergonomic stainless loop side handles; signature knob (Crucible knob on select colors) | Includes lid; stainless steel side handles designed for pot-holder grip |
Sources — Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt.: lecreuset.com (verified 2026-08-12). Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt: carawayhome.com (verified 2026-08-12).
What's the difference between the Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. and Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Capacity qt: Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. 5.5 vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt 6.5
- Material: Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. Enameled cast iron vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt Aluminum body with non-toxic ceramic-coated interior and stainless steel handles/base plate (not enameled cast iron)
- Oven safe temp f: Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. 500 vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt 550
- Interior finish: Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. Light-colored smooth interior enamel for easy monitoring of browning; dishwasher-safe, no seasoning required vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt Non-stick ceramic coating, free of PTFE, PFOA, PFAS, lead, and cadmium
- Diameter (in): Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. 11 vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt 10.5
- Lid handle design: Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. Tight-fitting lid engineered to circulate steam and self-baste; ergonomic stainless loop side handles; signature knob (Crucible knob on select colors) vs Caraway Dutch Oven, 6.5 Qt Includes lid; stainless steel side handles designed for pot-holder grip