Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder - Dishwasher Safe Hot Handle Holder Designed for Lodge Cast Iron Skillets 9 Inches+ w/Keyhole Handle - Reusable Heat Protection Up to 500° - Black

Good quality and procects hand from the heat without slipping.

I recently purchased the Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder, and overall, I am very pleased with its performance. It provides excellent heat protection, allowing me to handle my hot cast iron skillet safely without any discomfort. This is a fantastic addition to my kitchen tools, especially when using my Lodge cast iron skillet in the oven or on the stovetop. One minor issue I encountered is that the fit is a little loose. I understand this is likely because it needs to be easily removable for cleaning, but the looseness can make holding the pan handle a bit of a challenge at times. It's not a dealbreaker, but it's something to be mindful of during use. As long as you are aware of this, it remains an acceptable and useful tool. Despite the slight fit issue, I still give it five stars overall because of the excellent heat protection and the convenience it adds to cooking with cast iron. The material is durable and easy to clean, which is a big plus. In summary, the Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder is a great product that enhances the safety and ease of using cast iron cookware. Just be cautious of the loose fit, and you'll find it to be a valuable addition to your kitchen.

Lodge silicone cast iron skillet handle fits skillet handle well, and handles heat well. Dishwasher safe makes it very easy to clean.

While not absolutely perfect, this is the best solution for hot cast iron handles I have come across. Pros: 1) Avoids the problem of forgetting the cast iron pan handle it hot and burning yourself. You can leave it on while using it on the stovetop. 2) This silicone holder has several advantages over a cloth handle holder or potholder: . a) You can leave this on a gas burner when using the pan. NOT something you can do with a cloth because of fire concerns. . b) The silicone material can get wet without losing its insulating qualities. . c) If it gets oily it can easily be washed and reused much quicker than cloth. It can be put in a dishwasher. Cons: 1) It fits kind of loose on a pan handle. This requires you to "be aware" of how to grip it right so the pan doesn't slip out of your grip. This is not difficult, just that the grip is not as solid as no holder at all. 2) While I haven't had any issues yet, the silicone could break down under extreme heat (more than 450 °F according to Lodge). This might only be an issue while using on a gas burner, as the heat can "lick up" and be more intense in the handle area than electric. I use gas, so I back the holder off a smidge from the edge while using on gas. This in turn makes the grip issue a little worse, but still usable. However, it is still better than no holder at all or cloth, as those have greater risks. 3) You can't leave it on when using a pan in the oven. The silicone gets too hot to touch. While you CAN slip it on the hot pan to take it out, you can also just use a regular glove or potholder. Not really a huge advantage for oven use. 4) A TIP I'VE LEARNED THE HARD WAY with a burned finger: the holder has a small hole in one side, place it "up" on a handle so you can see it. If it's on the bottom, you can inadvertently grab it and get burned by the pan through the hole. Ouch! Summary: Considering the extreme requirements for a handle holder, this is a good product and I can think of no better solution for a gas burner. Definitely saves you from a burned hand!

I bought this for a stainless steel pot and it works perfectly. The handle gets super hot, even when the pot is just sitting on top of the stove and the oven is on. This cover is easy to put on and off and allows me to grab and lift the pot easily without burning myself. It's a lot easier to use than a dish towel or an oven mitt which is what I was using prior.

The Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder is a simple but very useful add‑on if you cook with cast iron or any skillet with a metal handle. It does a great job shielding your hand from the heat of a hot skillet handle The silicone has a slight “grippy” feel, so it’s less likely to slip when you’re moving a heavy pan. It also makes bare metal handles more comfortable to hold. Just slide it over the handle—no tying, clipping, or adjusting. You can leave it nearby and slip it on only when you need to move the pan. Toss it right in the dishwasher or wash it quickly by hand. It doesn’t absorb oil like cloth mitts and dries fast Silicone doesn’t scorch, fray, or wear out quickly The Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Holder is a small, inexpensive accessory that makes cast iron cooking noticeably safer and more comfortable. It doesn’t replace oven mitts for every situation, but if you regularly use a skillet with a metal handle, it’s a practical,

The fit is loose and it still allows a lot of heat through. I stopped using this about a week after a I got it.

Works extant as it should. It doesn’t get too hot to touch unless it’s left in the oven for an extended period of time. It’s a nice color alternative to the standard red Lodge sells. Will buy another for any future cast irons.