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MAKO 5-Ply Non-Stick Essential Pan
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MAKO 5-Ply Non-Stick Essential Pan
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MAKO 5-Ply Non-Stick Essential Pan

The best non-stick pan you'll ever use, and the most versatile one you'll ever own.

$369.00
  • This price locked for current production run only.
  • Effortless cooking. Nothing sticks. Lasts 8x longer than traditional coatings.
  • Free from PFOA, lead and cadmium.
  • Works on all cooktops, including induction, and in the oven.
  • Easy to clean. Dishwasher safe when you need it.

Same day dispatch, order before 12PM AEST*

Why You'll Love It

This is the pan that earns its place on the stove every single day. Sear, braise, boil, fry, roast, slow cook. Your new go-to, from the very first cook.

5-ply Genius Copper: The gold standard of cookware.

The technology.

Five bonded layers of stainless, aluminium and copper for heat that's fast, even and consistent across the entire pan. No hot spots. No heat drop. Lined with the highest quality non-stick on the market. Lasts 8x longer than regular non-stick, won't chip or flake, and food glides off with ease. Nothing sticks.

The result.

Most pans run hot in spots, and most non-stick coatings that promise easy cooking don't deliver. The Essential Pan eliminates all of that. Unmatched versatility, effortless cooking. With the added confidence of a premium non-stick surface that actually lasts.

Built Different. Performs Different.

  • Non-stick that actually works: Genius Plasma coating lasts 8x longer than traditional non-stick. No chipping, no flaking, food glides off every time.
  • Cook with confidence: Free from PFOA, lead and cadmium. Safe, clean and built for everyday cooking.
  • Cooktop to 260°C oven safe: Start on the cooktop, finish in the oven, serve straight from the pan.
  • Lighter than cast iron: All the performance of a dutch oven, without the weight.
  • Easy to clean: Dishwasher safe. Hand washing recommended to extend the life of your non-stick coating.

What You Can Actually Cook

Not just one thing. Everything.

  • Perfectly golden eggs, flipped without fuss
  • Crispy-skinned salmon, lifted clean every time
  • Rich beef stew with a deep caramelised crust
  • Oven baked breads and pastries with a perfect release
  • Curries, stews and soups for the whole family
  • Shakshuka, risotto, stir fries. Weeknight to dinner party.

This is your everyday non-stick pan, performing at a whole different level.

Why have generations of chefs and cooks called this pan essential?

For centuries, chefs have relied on the rondeau or brasier for everything from slow-cooking to high-heat sautés and shallow frying, with the added benefit of effortlessly transitioning from stovetop to oven. 

Available in non-stick and stainless steel.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I love it more than my Le Creuset. Honestly, the PERFECT pan. It’s my go-to for braises as well as my long, slow-cooked things like ossobuco. There’s nothing it can’t do. The flavour you get is sensational.” – Soph V

It’s always been an essential part of any serious cook’s kitchen tools, which is why we called our upgraded version the Essential Pan. We've taken this culinary must-have and upgraded it with 5-ply technology & Plasma Non-Stick.

  • Unmatched Versatility:
    Whether you’re braising a rich stew, roasting vegetables, or simmering a hearty sauce, this pan does it all. It’s deep enough to simmer a rich sauce, wide enough to give you a golden sauté on chicken breasts, and versatile enough to shallow fry crumbed cutlets to perfection. 
  • More Space, More Flavour:
    The generous surface area prevents overcrowding, allowing for even caramelisation and deeper flavours. Render fat, then sauté, braise, and reduce—all in one versatile pan for a perfect one-pan meal.
  • Perfect Heat Distribution:
    Engineered with ultra-premium 5-ply construction to ensure exceptional performance. The result? Consistently perfect dishes that build on the tradition of the classic rondeau.

For generations, the rondeau pan has been an essential tool of chefs and home cooks alike. With the Mako Essential Pan, you’re getting this traditional piece of cookware upgraded with the very latest technology.

How is this cookware different?

Cutting-edge technology, refined design, and meticulous crafting for ultimate convenience.

  • Genius Plasma Non-Stick 2.0. Now with an exposed 5-ply rim*.
  • Highest-quality plasma non-stick
  • Free from PFOA, lead and cadmium
  • 5-Ply with Genius Copper construction for controlled, even heat distribution
  • Oven safe to 260°C
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Suitable for all cooktops, including gas, electric and induction
  • Premium gift packaging

Say hello to your forever kitchen with cookware that’s made to last.

Product Specifications

MATERIALS
Stainless steel / Aluminium / Copper

MEASUREMENTS

  • 38cm /15" (full length)
  • 28cm / 11" (pan diameter)
  • 26cm / 10" (base surface diameter)
  • 5cm / 2" (handle length)
  • 10cm / 4" (depth)
  • 38cm / 15" (overall dimensions)

WEIGHT
2.7kg / 5.9lbs

Made in China

Use & Care

Download : MAKO Plasma Non-Stick Cookware Use and Care Guide

Dishwasher Safe: Our cookware is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. However, hand washing is recommended to extend the life of your non-stick coating.

Oven Safe: Our pans are oven safe up to 260°C (500°F).

Shipping, warranty & returns

The MAKO Genius 5-Ply non-stick collection comes with a 12 month warranty, which includes their lids.

Delivery is FREE for orders over $249 AUD and usually arrive within 3-7 business days (depending on your location). Please see our Shipping and Delivery and Returns and Replacement policies for more information.

Why MAKO?
Marion Grasby cooking with MAKO Steak Pan in a how to video

Why Marion Grasby uses Genius 5-Ply by MAKO

"It’s the perfect marriage of heritage and modern engineering. Classic, beautiful cookware upgraded with the latest in 5-ply technology. The ultimate tools for cooking."

MAKO Genius 5-Ply 28cm Essential Pan With Lid

HERITAGE AND SCIENCE

Genius 5-Ply marries the heritage of copper cookware with the best innovative engineering. Modern tools made for the highest performance.

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GENIUS COPPER™

Experience the power zone created by our ground-breaking Genius Copper™ technology. This innovative 5-ply construction ensures rapid heat conduction, unmatched temperature control, and a responsiveness that brings out the best in every ingredient.

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UPGRADE TO SMART COOKING

Genius 5-Ply isn’t just cookware—it's modern engineering at its very best. Tools that are meticulously made for a lifetime of precision cooking. 

MAKO Genius 5-Ply 28cm Essential Pan With Lid

DISCOVER THE GENIUS WITHIN

Perform like a professional . The MAKO Genius 5-Ply cookware range responds to your every move, ensuring that every dish is the best it can be.

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 31 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 31 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
Customers Talked About
Reviews Summary
Customers say this non-stick pan excels at even heat distribution and versatile cooking. Many reviews mention its effectiveness on induction cooktops and ability to replace multiple pieces of cookware. Users consistently praise the non-stick surface that remains effective over time and makes cleaning effortless. The pan's sturdy construction and 5-ply design receive frequent positive comments. Common feedback includes appreciation for its performance across various cooking methods, from stovetop to oven use. While one reviewer noted hot handles, the overwhelming majority find this pan transforms their cooking experience and becomes their go-to cookware choice.
31 reviews
  • C
    Clare
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    February 22, 2026
    5 Stars

    Love cooking with Mako

  • EM
    Elly M.
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    December 30, 2025
    This one item replaces all my stovetop cookware!

    Where has this been all my life! The MAKO Genius 5-Ply 28cm Non-Stick Essential Pan With Lid, truly replaces just about everything else I own in my saucepan/frypan/wok drawer! This beautifully made, quality cookware suits my favoured ‘1 pot’ cooking style, and since purchasing it only a month ago, it’s in constant use and literally ‘lives’ on my stovetop. I’ve used it both on my induction cooktop and a couple of times in the oven for a variety of curries, stirfries, soups, risottos, stews, pasta bakes, pasta sauces, schnitzels and more. The wide, super flat base and generous proportions are a dream to cook with and ensure an even cook (no burning hotspots). It’s also helped me understand and appreciate induction cooking features more too, by having functional cookware that responds so well and cooks food so evenly. I have the non-stick version, but I’m thinking about purchasing the regular stainless interior one too, to give me a handy 2nd pot and some flexibility when I don’t need a non-stick surface – depending on what I'm cooking.

  • A
    Anna
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    December 23, 2025
    5 Stars

    Great to cook with

  • NM
    Nina M.
    Flag of Australia
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    December 11, 2025
    love it !!!

    love my purches,will you please let me know if you got the same pot in size 32”?

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    CookDineHost
    December 12, 2025

    Hi Nina, we’re glad to hear you’re loving your purchase!

    At the moment, the Essential Pan is only available in the 28cm size, and we don’t currently have a 32” version available. If you have any further questions, feel free to let us know.

  • LM
    Lisa M.
    Flag of Australia
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    November 17, 2025
    MAKO Genius 5-Ply 28cm Non-Stick Essential Pan With Lid

    Arrived in good time. Solid construction, heat distribution & non stick great. A breeze to clean.