Forensic Comparison

Winco Tri-Gen 12-inch Stainless Steel Fry Pan VS Matfer Bourgeat 062005 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Round Frying Pan

REF #569
AAA

Winco Tri-Gen 12-inch Stainless Steel Fry Pan

Cost Per Year
$13.24/yr
MSRP
$151
Horizon
20.00 Years
Waste Factor
9x Units Avoided
Full Audit
REF #597
AAA

Matfer Bourgeat 062005 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Round Frying Pan

Cost Per Year
$8.29/yr
MSRP
$85
Horizon
50.00 Years
Waste Factor
10x Units Avoided
Full Audit

Financial Trajectory

Audit Winner
Matfer Bourgeat 062005 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Round Frying Pan
NPV Cost:$104
Day 1
$0$70$140$211$281Yr 0Yr 10Yr 20Yr 30Yr 40Yr 50
Winner
Disposable Baseline
MetricWinco Tri-Gen 12-inch Stainless Steel Fry PanMatfer Bourgeat 062005 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Round Frying Pan
MSRP$151$85
20-Year TCO$197$123
Cost Per Year$13.24/yr$8.29/yr
Waste Factor9x Avoided10x Avoided

Failure Threat Matrix: Winco Tri-Gen 12-inch Stainless Steel Fry Pan

  • Warping
    Risk: Low (Requires severe thermal shock)
    Allow pan to cool before washing. Do not plunge hot pan into cold water.
  • Polymerized Grease / Discoloration
    Risk: High
    Clean periodically with Bar Keepers Friend.

Failure Threat Matrix: Matfer Bourgeat 062005 11 7/8-inch Black Steel Round Frying Pan

  • Warping (spinning)
    Risk: Medium (on electric/induction)
    Always preheat gradually on low-to-medium heat. Do not use induction power boost.
  • Rust/Corrosion
    Risk: Medium
    Dry thoroughly on stovetop immediately after washing. Apply a thin layer of oil before storing.

Efficiency Verdict

Verdict: Tie. Both products offer similar financial efficiency. Since the savings delta is negligible ($4.95/yr), prioritize Warranty Terms and personal preference.