Apex Hybrid Ceramic Nonstick Wok vs Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok: which is safer?
GreenPan Apex Hybrid Ceramic Nonstick Wok is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Our pick
GreenPan
Apex Hybrid Ceramic Nonstick Wok
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Ceramic nonstick coating (hybrid thermolon)
Confidence
72%
PossibleCoating degradation and microleaching
PossibleAluminum leaching from substrate
Misen
Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Wok
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
C 78/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 3
Material
carbon steel, pre-seasoned with oil
Confidence
92%
PossibleIron leaching at acidic pH
PossibleRust and corrosion if improperly maintained
PossibleSeasoning oil smoke point degradation
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