Staub
Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte
$429.95
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Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte vs Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart
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.
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Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart
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Which is better: the Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte or Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart?
The Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte | Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $429.95 | — |
| Brand | Staub | Lodge |
| Released | — | — |
| Capacity qt | 5.5 | 6 |
| Material | Enameled cast iron | Enameled cast iron |
| Oven safe temp f | 500 | 500 |
| Weight (lb) | 14.22 | 16 |
| Interior finish | Black matte textured enamel interior for exceptional browning and food release; no seasoning required | Smooth, non-reactive light-colored enamel interior; no seasoning required; PFAS-free |
| Diameter (in) | 10.24 | — |
| Induction compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Lid handle design | Heavy self-basting cast iron lid with interior spikes creating a continuous 'rain' basting effect; nickel-finish steel knob; cast iron side handles | Moisture-sealing self-basting lid; stainless steel knob; wide cast iron loop side handles |
Sources — Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte: target.com (verified 2026-08-12). Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart: amazon.com (verified 2026-08-12).
What's the difference between the Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte and Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Capacity qt: Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte 5.5 vs Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart 6
- Weight (lb): Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte 14.22 vs Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart 16
- Interior finish: Staub Cast Iron 5.5-qt Round Cocotte Black matte textured enamel interior for exceptional browning and food release; no seasoning required vs Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart Smooth, non-reactive light-colored enamel interior; no seasoning required; PFAS-free
- Lid handle design: 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 vs Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven, 6 Quart Moisture-sealing self-basting lid; stainless steel knob; wide cast iron loop side handles