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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 Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte is cheaper at $429.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
Staub
Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte
$429.95Cheaper
Which is better: the Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. or Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte?
The Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte is the cheaper at $429.95. Get the Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. for the stronger spec sheet, the Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte to spend less.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. | Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $455 | $429.95 |
| Brand | Le Creuset | Staub |
| Released | — | — |
| Capacity qt | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Material | Enameled cast iron | Enameled cast iron |
| Oven safe temp f | 500 | 500 |
| Weight (lb) | 11.4 | 14.22 |
| Interior finish | Light-colored smooth interior enamel for easy monitoring of browning; dishwasher-safe, no seasoning required | Black matte textured enamel interior for exceptional browning and food release; no seasoning required |
| Diameter (in) | 11 | 10.24 |
| 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) | Heavy self-basting cast iron lid with interior spikes creating a continuous 'rain' basting effect; nickel-finish steel knob; cast iron side handles |
Sources — Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt.: lecreuset.com (verified 2026-08-12). Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte: target.com (verified 2026-08-12).
What's the difference between the Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. and Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Weight (lb): Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. 11.4 vs Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte 14.22
- 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 Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte Black matte textured enamel interior for exceptional browning and food release; no seasoning required
- Diameter (in): Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 Qt. 11 vs Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte 10.24
- 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 Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte Heavy self-basting cast iron lid with interior spikes creating a continuous 'rain' basting effect; nickel-finish steel knob; cast iron side handles